Press release 09 Hanover Fair
Contact person: Christian Renner
Tel. 06043-9655-69
christian.renner@linak.de
LINAK is an actuation and control specialist. At the Hanover fair, LINAK will present the latest solutions to the iSwitch range following its launch in 2008. The new products will enable network operators to automate power distribution switchgear units. The Danish company has set itself the goal to improve European distribution networks substantially and at the same time make them more efficient.
The system consists of three (3) components:
- a motor (iMotor™) which ensures motion,
- a control and communication system (iCom™)
- and a battery module (battery), offering the possibility of network-independent operation.
LINAK components allow a simple and quick retrofitting of existing manually operated Switchgear. Subsequently, solutions provided from LINAK allow an automatic remote control operation of the existing and predominantly manual electricity infrastructure.
Power networks must function reliably and without unforeseen occurrences. For these reasons, LINAK offers a complete and inter-coordinated system, including a motor-driven technology as well as the control unit iCom™. These components combined form the basis of the iSwitch system. iCom™ provides remote control and communication functionality using the Utilities existing Communication structure or by other means including GPRS technology.
iCom™ ensures reliable and intelligent Remote Control of the modern network system. This also includes the surveillance of the battery. In this role, the iCom functions as a monitoring system that checks the battery charge condition as well as its charging process.
In brief, the switchgear is in every given situation fully operable from the control centre. In addition local electrical control is available, via laptop, using the LINAK software NETLINK™ ensuring a safe and reliable interface for the operator and commissioning engineer.
The modern grid relies heavily on the availability of its equipment. The Battery pack provides continuous support to the iSwitch™ system during loss of local network supplies. This ensures that the Switchgear remains operable until the network disturbance has been rectified. Due to the comprehensive battery condition monitoring functionality of the iCom system, battery life is maximised. Due to its modular approach battery replacement is quick and simple.
The iMotor, the core component used to operate the switchgear, is based on LINAK’s world class range of industrial actuators. Linear motions are available and rotary motions are in development. With more than 25 years of experience in the making of actuator and adjustment systems, LINAK knows the importance of quality. Due to its robust housing the iMotor reaches the protection class IP 65.
For the German market, LINAK is presently developing a special motor, which distinguishes itself through its compact design. During the Hanover exhibition, LINAK will present the first iMotor-Compact prototype.
The unique design allows easy installation into so called compact-stations, thus making structural changes to the switchgear housing unnecessary.
The installation time for a complete iSwitch System amounts to merely one to two hours. The LINAK solution is flexible and suitable for many switchgear applications. The overlapping design makes it universally applicable and compatible with many existing electrical network switchgear installations. The mounting kit and switch adapter are system-dependent. Each singular module’s claim to fame is its robustness. This manifests itself due to the many years of experience LINAK has collected in industrial automation. In addition at being able to operate at temperatures between -30°c and 70°C (-22°F and 158°F) the iSwitch is a complete system which functions reliably and is practically maintenance-free.
Upgrading existing switchgear units with LINAK iSwitch pro-ducts offer network operators advantages such as accident hazard reduction and above all cost advantages. When applying LINAK systems, it is possible to remotely operate network units and at the same time it offers a monitoring function. This results in a more efficient operation and allows an easier and less time-consuming localisation of faults. This type of Automation reduces downtimes and this subsequently improves the quality factor. A higher level of quality has a positive effect on revenues; i.e. the bonus / merit-rating regulation within the incentive regulation. For end-users, this also means an improved electricity supply. The manual operation of the switchgear is expensive and involves high operational costs. Overall LINAK helps improve the German electricity network thus making the operation more efficient.
More information in the attached file:
2009-04-22_pm_09003_netline_hannover1eng.pdf
For further information, please contact your local LINAK subsidiary
or distributor.
Updated: 17 June 2009 11:57
