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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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Protection for Smart Grid Integration

The concept of smart grids is revolutionizing the power delivery landscape. Characterized by two-way power flow, distributed generation, and increased reliance on automation, smart grids present unique challenges for traditional transformer protection schemes.These developments necessitate a reevaluation of traditional transformer protection strategies to address the unique challenges posed by smart grid technologies.

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The Evolving Landscape of Smart Grids

Bidirectional Power Flow

Unlike conventional power systems, smart grids facilitate bidirectional flow of electricity, allowing consumers to both use and generate power. This dynamic introduces complexities in protecting transformers, as the traditional unidirectional flow models are no longer adequate.

Distributed Generation and Renewable Energy

The integration of distributed generation, particularly from renewable sources like solar and wind, requires transformers to handle variable power inputs. This variability can lead to fluctuating load conditions, necessitating more adaptive and responsive protection mechanisms.

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Protection Schemes for Commercial and Industrial Facilities

The strategies and recommended practices that apply to protection schemes for commercial and industrial facilities have evolved in the past decade. It is important that facilities managers and protection practitioners understand and embrace these developments. The key challenges arise from the new...