Switchgear and Paralleling Controls

Cat Cat Customizable Switchgear and Controls

Custom Switchgear and controls are design to provide a power generation, automation and distribution system specific to electrical needs.

customized sequences of operation

Multiple Utilities, Ties, complex failure responses for a site specific need

Diverse monitoring and dispatch

Available full time or on-demand remote factory access for troubleshooting and repair

Expanded controls for Auxillary Systems

Combined Heat & power, diesel aftertreatment & other power components communicate with Cat Switchgear

Technical Summary

Configuration	Application-specific switchgear with control logic designed to meet any customer's sequence of operations. Examples are 3+ Utilities, CHP applications, complex load shed schemes, etc
Modes of Operation	All modes of paralleling generator sets to each other and to other sources (utility, alternative fuels, wind, etc) can be supported. Caterpillar generation and control experts can design and program the most complex power schemes to meet your critical power needs
Application	LV and MV ( 208V - 38 kV) 50 / 60 Hz

Generator Protective Devices

ANSI Protective Devices

Per customer specification

Utility Protective Devices

ANSI Protective Devices

Per customer specification

Environmental Parameters

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Xlm switchgear

High Speed Supervisory Network
Automatic Start/Stop
Automatic “Dead Bus” Coordination
Automatic Power Factor Control when in Parallel with Utility Power
Programmable Load Shed / Load Add Functions
Networked Engine Communications
Generator & Utility Protection
Engine Tuning
Mode Selection
Selectable Auto/ Manual Control
Password Protection for Protective Settings and Setup
Load/No Load Test
Touch Screen (HMI) Display
NFPA 99/110 Compliant Alarm
Annunciation with Audible Horn
Engine Control mimic Screen with gauges for RPM, DC Battery Voltage, Oil Pressure, Engine Coolant temperature, Engine Hours, Number of starts