Close and charging motor control circuits for a power circuit breaker explained in detail
This technical article deals with schematics of close and charging motor control circuits for a medium-voltage circuit breaker. The proper functioning of MV switchgear depends on control circuits. For the switchgear to operate properly, the integrity of these control circuits… Read more
Feb 13, 2023 | By Edvard Csanyi
Switchgear interlocking system and arc protection that you MUST consider in the design
There are at least two safety requirements that medium-voltage switchgear MUST fulfil: an interlocking system and an arc protection system. Yes, these two systems are crucial in terms of safety because they protect not only the operator and other substation…...
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Jan 30, 2023 | By Edvard Csanyi
A case study of a new 220 kV Gas-Insulated Switchyard (GIS) design for a generation plant
This technical article describes detailed planning and design phases of a new 220 kV Gas-Insulated Switchyard (GIS) in a 450 megawatt (MW) coal-fired combined heat and power plant (CHP) that was being considered for Ulaanbataar, Mongolia. The project is assumed…...
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Jan 23, 2023 | By Edvard Csanyi
The life of a power substation project: Design, construction, erection and commissioning
This technical article covers numerous substation project design elements, lists the steps of the construction process, and examines the environmental impacts and impact mitigation strategies for power transmission and distribution substation projects. Most projects suffer due to lack of capability…...
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Jan 16, 2023 | By Edvard Csanyi
How to design the power supply for data centres and airports while megawatts of loads rise fast
The first choice for service and distribution voltage is almost always 480 volts. Why is that? Well, it’s because it’s traditional, it has a safe design and specifications are already written around 480 V. UPS and backup aggregate equipment are…...
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Dec 26, 2022 | By Edvard Csanyi
Failure cases of LV/MV electrical equipment and what should have been done (to avoid them)
Generally, the useful life of power system components heavily depends upon the level of care given to them and their duty cycles. For example, a circuit breaker on mainly switching duty can last 40 to max. 50 years. The majority…...
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Dec 19, 2022 | By Edvard Csanyi
Inside the Modern Digital Low Voltage Switchgear: Devices and Communications
Low voltage switchgear is one of the significant pieces of equipment utilized for power distribution in electrical systems of all types of process and chemical plants. There is a migration from conventional low-voltage switchgear to the current digital version due…...
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Dec 12, 2022 | By Shibu P.R.
Grounding of mine power distribution systems
The application of electricity to the mining industry is a distinctive area of both mining engineering and electrical engineering. The difficult environment, the dynamic power loads, the cyclic and mobile operation and stringent safety requirements that characterize mining, all place… Read more
Nov 07, 2022 | By Edvard Csanyi
Learn how to interpret and design single-line diagrams (SLD) for complex projects
A complex project comprises loads ranging from small loads such as sockets and lights to higher loads like Air Handling Units (AHUs), Fan Coil Units (FCUs), motor pumps, and other high motor-driven loads. Loads connected to the project are gathered…...
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Oct 31, 2022 | By Mohammed Ayman
The most common Gas-Insulated Switchgear (GIS) faults and a case of 220kV CB cubicle
Over decades since its inception, GIS switchgear demand is still prevalent in these present times due to its compact built, reliability, and maintenance advantages compared to conventional Air-insulated switchgear. Even the strong negative effect on the environment when its gas…...
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Oct 17, 2022 | By Lark C. Cosedo
How to prepare an enquiry for a power transformer: Design and tendering tips
Nothing is more crucial during the early phase of a transformer inquiry than a complete and explicit listing of all requirements that must be met from both the manufacturer’s and the user’s perspectives. The IEC standards include detailed requirements that…...
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Oct 10, 2022 | By Edvard Csanyi
Procedures and activities during the design and tendering phase of HV project engineering
Before getting into the project engineering phase, power system planning with the focus on basic design aspects of main power system components must be performed. Based on recommendations resulting from various studies, the project engineering phase, mainly covers the design,…...
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Sep 26, 2022 | By Edvard Csanyi
The art of a low voltage switchgear design: The case study and practical experience
LV panels are metal-enclosed switchgear that provides a three-phase power distribution to supply electric power at voltages up to 1000 volts, current up to 10000 amps, and a frequency of 50HZ or 60HZ. LV panels are always connected at the…...
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Sep 19, 2022 | By Mohammed Ayman
Top 20 recommended courses on EEP Academy for electrical engineers and students
Nowadays, it’s simpler than ever to learn and study. Since we launched the EEP Academy, thousands of electrical engineers, students, technicians, and many others have joined the ranks of those who are fervently seeking information and experience. The courses we… Read more
Sep 12, 2022 | By Edvard Csanyi
Instructions for generating specifications and selecting the main components of an HV substation
From the point of making specification, high voltage substation is pretty complex. There are dozen of substation equipment that must be specified and selected out of hundreds of manufacturers. This article will help a little bit with some fundamental instructions…...
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Sep 05, 2022 | By Edvard Csanyi
