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2024 CE Code Training - Better Understanding of the Rules

CE Code training is intended to do a lot more than instruct about what changes have taken place since the last time Canada issued a national electrical code. We are producing a series of courses across Canada by one of Canada’s leading experts on the 2024 Edition of Canada’s Electrical Code to help electrical professionals on the effective application through an improved understanding of the intent of the rules. Also, our course will instruct electrical...

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Introducing Intelligent Power Today

Welcome to Intelligent Power Today Magazine, our publication that explores and explains the who, what, where, when, why and how of intelligent electrical devices, a collection of complex mechanical devices and sophisticated control systems used in industrial, commercial, and institutional...


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Integration of Generator Predictive Maintenance

The reliable and efficient operation of power grids relies heavily on the effective protection of generators. Traditionally, generator protection focused on reacting to faults after they occur. However, advancements in sensor technology, data analytics, and machine learning are enabling a paradigm shift towards integrating predictive maintenance into generator protection strategies. This article explores how these technologies are being harnessed to pro-actively identify potential issues and prevent equipment failures.

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Predictive Maintenance in Generator Protection

Predictive maintenance aims to anticipate equipment degradation and potential failures before they occur. This allows for preventative actions to be taken, minimizing downtime, maintenance costs, and the risk of catastrophic equipment failures.  Here's how it integrates with generator protection:

Advanced Sensor Integration:  Modern protection systems incorporate various sensors beyond traditional voltage and current measurements.  These sensors can monitor vibration, temperature, speed, and other critical generator parameters.  Continuous monitoring of...

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Coordinating Protection for Generator Safety

The reliable operation of a power grid hinges on the proper functioning of its generators. Protecting these critical assets from internal faults and external disturbances is paramount. However, achieving this protection presents a complex challenge – ensuring fast fault clearing times to...

Protecting Industrial Control Circuits

Addressing relay challenges with the modern technology BY MARK STEPHENS & ALDEN WRIGHT, Electric Power Research Institute In 2009, the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) began an effort to create improved alternating current (AC) “ice cube” relays that could withstand voltage sags...