Switchgear and Paralleling Controls

Cat Engine Paralleling and Integration Control (EPIC)

The Engine Paralleling and Integration Control (EPIC) product line provides standard paralleling controls in a remote cabinet separate from the engine generator set and separate from switchgear (breakers and bus).

Easy Connectivity

Industry proven Caterpillar paralleling logic control architecture that is an alternative to switchgear mounted controls

Modular and Backward Compatible

Simplified expansion of existing power plant and parallel generation capabilities

Redundant Supervisory Control

Available Redundant Master Controlller and supervisory networks provide high reliability

Specifications

Technical Summary

Configuration	Remote modular paralleling control system (Master Control Panel for the first 2 generator sets and optional tie breaker, separate add-on control panels for up to 8 additional generator sets, utility paralleling control, and distribution control)
Modes of Operation	Emergency Standby with redundant master control, Utility paralleling, peak shaving, and closed transition to/from Generator Power (with optional utility control panel)
Application	LV and MV (208V-27kV)

Generator Protective Devices

ANSI Protective Devices

15/25. 27/59, 81 O/U, 32, 40, 90 (Industrial Grade)

Utility Protective Devices

ANSI Protective Devices

15/25. 27/59, 81 O/U, 32,47 (Industrial Grade)

Environmental Parameters

Certifications	UL / cUL 508A
Control Panel Enclosure	NEMA 12
Operating Temperature	0°C to 55°C
Storage Temperature	-20°C to 60°C

EPIC- Engine Paralleling and Integration Control

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Benefits & Features

Product features

Easy Connectivity to Generator Mounted Electrically Operated Circuit Breaker or Freestanding Switchgear with Electrically Operated Breaker
High Speed Ethernet Supervisory Network
Redundant Master Technology
Bumpless Backup of Master Control Functions
Password Protection for Critical Settings
Automatic Start/Stop
Automatic Load and VAR Sharing
Automatic “Dead Bus” Coordination
Automatic Power Factor Control when in Parallel with Utility Power
Programmable Load Shed / Load Add Functions
Touch Screen (HMI) Display

Cat Engine Paralleling and Integration Control (EPIC)

Specifications

EPIC- Engine Paralleling and Integration Control

Benefits & Features

Cat Engine Paralleling and Integration Control (EPIC)

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Cat Engine Paralleling and Integration Control (EPIC) Switchgear and Paralleling Controls