Electrical Distribution Services from Schneider Electric Life-cycle Solutions to Help Keep Your Facility Safe, Reliable, Productive and Efficient Make the most of your energy SM
Schneider Electric offers a broad range of electrical distribution services to support the life-cycle of any manufacturer s equipment. Our solutions include: Engineering Services Solutions for OSHA and NFPA 70E Compliance Power System Design and Upgrades Power System Assessment Services Power System Analytical Studies New Installation Services Start-Up and Commissioning Spare Parts Extended Warranty Multi-Year Maintenance Agreements Engineering Studies Time-current Coordination Analysis Short Circuit Analysis Arc Flash Analysis Training Services Maintenance and Testing Services Preventive Maintenance & Testing Predictive Maintenance Solutions Infrared Windows Wireless Temperature Monitoring System (WTMS) Partial Discharge Monitoring Multi-Year Maintenance Agreements Additional Services Circuit Breaker Testing LV D.C. High Potential Testing Grounding System Testing Relay and Metering Calibration Rotating Equipment Variable Frequency Drive and Softstart Repair UPS and Battery Maintenance Modernization and Upgrade Solutions Switchgear Modernization Solutions Direct Replacement LV/MV Retrofill Solutions LV/MV Motor Control Center Upgrades Direct Replacement Units Retrofit OEM Bucket Additional Services Circuit Breaker Reconditioning Contactor Conversions for Motor Starting Applications Network Protectors Legacy Product Support and Upgrades Substation Solutions Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Maintenance, Repair, and Upgrade Power Transformer Services Instrument Transformer Services Substation Equipment VOX Outdoor Dead Tank Circuit Breaker Powersub Vacuum Circuit Breaker Type FVR Metal-Clad Switchgear Walk-In Enclosures Custom Solutions Match-in-Line or Custom-Sized Switchgear Solar Substation Design Complete Turnkey Solutions Emergency Preparedness Emergency Response 24/7 Temporary Generator Connection Emergency Action Plan Any brand. Any industry. Any time. 2
Nothing Operates Without a Reliable Flow of Electricity. Whether you are concerned with providing a safe workplace, increasing electrical reliability, boosting productivity or reducing operating costs, you can count on our nationwide network of professional engineers and qualified service representatives to help address your specific requirements. In addition, through our Projects and Engineering Center and Program Management Office, we provide full-service contract and project management capabilities to assist with complex or high-risk projects. The result is a streamlined, reliable project solution. Emergency service hours a day days a week 3
Electrical Distribution Services from Schneider Electric Engineering Services Schneider Electric Engineering Services provides industry-leading expertise to address all of your power system requirements to help ensure safe, reliable, and continuous power. For over forty years, our power system engineers have completed over 10,000 power system assessments, studies, and designs for our customers. We are focused on helping facilities manage their energy and solve complex power system issues that may involve equipment, automation, or the utility. Our professional engineers have in-depth knowledge of power distribution and control equipment with advanced expertise of calculation methods as well as industry codes and standards. Electrical hazards cause more than 300 deaths and 4,000 injuries in the workplace each year. (Source: ESFI) Arc flash mitigation strategies are available for any manufacturer s electrical equipment. 4 Solutions for OSHA and NFPA 70E Compliance Schneider Electric is a recognized leader in promoting electrical workplace safety and helping companies comply with the requirements of NFPA 70E. Basic compliance to NFPA 70E requirements is established with a five-step process: 1. Develop and Audit an Electrical Safe Work Practices Policy 2. Conduct an Electrical System Study to Determine the Present Degree of Arc Flash Hazards and Apply Equipment Labeling 3. Ensure Adequate Supplies of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Proper Tools 4. Conduct Regularly-Scheduled Safety Training and Audits for All Electrical Workers 5. Maintain All Electrical Distribution System Components In addition to the NFPA 70E requirements, Schneider Electric recommends a crucial sixth step to optimize the safety and performance of the power system. 6. Follow Strategies to Mitigate and Control Arc Flash Hazards, which may include: Overcurrent Protective Device (OCPD) Coordination Study Upgrade Switchgear with a Virtual Main Relay Infrared Viewing Windows Remote Racking System Wireless Temperature Monitoring System Power System Design and Upgrades We have the expertise to meet requirements for the most challenging design and upgrade projects. Our portfolio includes customers in every industry segment from data centers to steel mills. Projects can be customized from basic design consultation to feasibility studies to a complete turnkey solution. Our capabilities include: Substation Solutions Switchgear Modernization Control and Protection System Upgrades Generator Backup Design and Construction Power Factor Correction and Filter Design High Resistance Grounding Conversions Power System Assessment Services Our assessment services provide a roadmap to optimize future capital and operational expenditures. They are customized based on your need to reduce risk to your facility from: reliability issues, process disruptions, code violations or outdated workplace safety requirements. Included in this category are: Power Quality Analysis Technologies such as variable frequency drives (VFD) and robotic welders are designed to lower energy costs, but they also can give rise to unwanted harmonics and transients within an electrical system. Capacitor switching, motor starting, and ground faults within the utility infrastructure can also cause transients. The result may be only an annoyance or a shutdown that can cost hundreds of thousands of dollars. Our registered professional engineers will document the symptoms, examine damaged equipment, assess the power and grounding in the area, collect data using temporary monitors, and develop a report of findings that identifies the most probable cause. The report will include cost-effective mitigation recommendations to prevent future occurrences of the problem. Power System Grounding Evaluation Lack of proper grounding translates into an increased chance of fire, data and equipment losses, process anomalies, plant shutdowns, and workplace safety hazards. Components of a grounding system are subject to corrosion due to electro-chemical, electrolytic, or chemical reactions. Facilities that have sensitive electronic equipment are particularly vulnerable to disruptions. Our power system engineers will develop a scope of work to address your area(s) of concern.
Equipment Condition Evaluation, Risk Assessment, and Contingency Planning Electrical distribution equipment is subject to degradation due to age, environmental stresses, and heat. Our professional engineers produce a basic* equipment condition evaluation by visually inspecting the equipment during a walkthrough of the facility. For each non-optimum condition identified during the equipment condition assessment, a measure of risk can be defined. A contingency plan identifies a power system s key components (major assets) and evaluates available alternatives, in case of a major asset loss. It also produces an action plan to be implemented should a major loss occur. * A more detailed evaluation, which is performed by removing equipment covers, is most economically accomplished during the data collection phase of an arc flash study. Power System Analytical Studies Our analytical studies help ensure your electrical system operates as it was designed and intended. Each study includes a detailed report of findings along with corrective recommendations to help maximize the reliability and operational efficiency of your system. Our broad range of analyses includes: Protective Device Time-Current Coordination Analysis: Evaluates an electrical system s protective devices, including relays, fuses and circuit breakers, and the equipment to which they are applied. Short Circuit Analysis: Calculates the fault current levels throughout the power system. The interrupting duties of the devices being analyzed are compared with the available fault currents. Load Flow Analysis: Addresses present electrical system deficiencies or identifies system requirements to meet future demand. Harmonic Analysis: Found in facilities with a large number of non-linear loads (including electronic networks), a harmonic analysis identifies the sources of the power quality issues that can reduce system efficiency and increase operating costs. Motor Starting Analysis: The most significant effect of starting large motors is voltage sag, which extends the acceleration time, potentially causing thermal and mechanical stresses. This analysis calculates the voltage, current, and the accelerating torque of motors during the starting process. Switching Transient Modeling and Analysis: Determines stresses that system components are exposed to and recommends corrective measures. Reliability Analysis: Quantifies the probability that a system or component will operate as intended. These are typically performed for mission-critical power systems. Substation Ground Grid Analysis: Optimizes grid geometry and evaluates high-risk areas of the switchyard. Opportunities for risk mitigation are also identified. Stability Analysis: Evaluates various power system scenarios corresponding to switching actions or the initiation of a fault. They are typically applied to facilities that utilize large generators. We have over 100 strategicallylocated professional engineers who are collectively registered in every state of the U.S. to meet state licensing requirements. For more than forty years, our power system engineers have completed over 10,000 power system assessments, designs and analyses. 5
Electrical Distribution Services from Schneider Electric New Installation Services If you are installing new equipment, Schneider Electric Services recommends the following services to maximize your investment throughout the entire product life cycle. Our new installation services help reduce the risk of costly downtime and delays. 6
Start-Up and Commissioning Our start-up and commissioning services confirm that your equipment is installed properly, meets factory standards, and passes our stringent performance tests to help minimize downtime and delays in the future. Not only do we perform the standard electrical, mechanical, and visual equipment inspections, we also check the equipment and components to ensure they are set up and functioning correctly. Electrical testing is also performed to check insulation, current path, functionality, and sequencing to minimize costly downtime. Spare Parts We understand the criticality of your electrical equipment and the importance of having spare parts on hand to minimize downtime. Our services will evaluate your electric system, identify the equipment that is critical to your operations and recommend specific spare parts. In addition, we offer shipping management solutions that will consolidate your spare parts into one shipment to your site. Extended Warranty Although our electrical distribution equipment is among the most reliable in the industry, it is important to have an extended warranty plan in place. Schneider Electric Services offers numerous warranty options that provide customers the opportunity to protect their investment for years to come. In addition to our standard 18-month warranty, we offer long-term extended warranty coverage for all electrical distribution equipment including other manufacturer s equipment. Multi-Year Maintenance Agreements Our multi-year maintenance agreements are designed to help you avoid expensive downtime by minimizing unplanned outages and remedial action. Our preventive maintenance scope of work includes: inspections, cleaning and lubrication, adjustments, overcurrent protective device testing, oil testing, and electrical testing. In addition, having a maintenance agreement in place helps you comply with NFPA 70E standards and mitigate risks by ensuring that regular maintenance is performed on your equipment. Maintenance agreements can be customized based upon your specific requirements, such as: One maintenance agreement can cover all equipment. Billing can be structured to prevent fluctuations to your maintenance and repair budget. Flexible payment options are available for annual and long-term maintenance needs. Engineering Studies Schneider Electric offers engineering analyses for your electrical distribution equipment to help optimize performance and reliability and meet applicable requirements for short-circuit protection, overcurrent device coordination, and arc flash hazard identification. A protective device time-current coordination analysis is performed to provide power equipment with the required protection and minimize service interruption under overload or short circuit conditions. A short circuit analysis calculates fault-current levels throughout your electrical network to determine if the electrical equipment can withstand worst-case events. An arc flash analysis provides the basis for your facility s electrical safety program by identifying arc flash exposure levels at all points in your electrical system. Training Services Schneider Electric instructors are experienced engineers and technicians who are OSHA-trained and certified and have received extensive training on how to effectively adapt engineering codes, standards, and factory-approved documentation into a classroom setting and real-world application. We offer over 70 training courses, available regionally, on-site or online that include: Safety training for NFPA 70E including Arc Flash Training plus 10- and 30-hour OSHA Certification Courses Electrical distribution training for medium- and low-voltage distribution equipment, and distribution substation transformers Automation and control training for variable frequency drives, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs), and industrial communications Managing an electrical system and the energy it delivers requires: A comprehensive understanding of the system s normal and abnormal operation Knowledge of a wide variety of electrical distribution equipment The successful application of industry codes and standards 7
Electrical Distribution Services from Schneider Electric Maintenance and Testing Services Maintenance agreements can be customized based upon your specific requirements, such as: One maintenance agreement can cover all equipment. Billing can be structured to prevent fluctuations to your maintenance and repair budget. Flexible payment options are available for annual and longterm maintenance needs. 8 Preventive Maintenance & Testing An effective electrical preventive maintenance program can reduce your risk of an unscheduled outage by as much as 66% according to statistics from the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. The most common causes of electrical equipment breakdowns* include: Mechanical Failure Loose connections, overheating, load changes and/or additions Environmental Conditions Humidity, corrosive environments, dirt, or dust may require preventive maintenance more frequently than the OEM s recommended schedule Work Improperly Performed OSHA and NFPA require electrical equipment maintenance to be performed by qualified personnel * Source: Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company To help ensure reliable power, periodic maintenance, cleaning, and lubrication of electrical equipment is required. Our qualified field service representatives provide comprehensive maintenance and testing services with a scope of work that includes: Equipment inspection Overcurrent protective device testing Cleaning and lubrication Adjustments Oil testing Electrical testing, including insulation, current path, system function and others Predictive Maintenance Solutions Schneider Electric Services offers predictive maintenance solutions to detect early warning signs and help prevent downtime. Monitoring the condition of equipment provides trending data and alarming to help anticipate and plan maintenance activities. Infrared Windows Schneider Electric Services provides infrared windows that can be retrofit into any brand of electrical distribution equipment. Having infrared windows installed in existing equipment enables permanent access for inspection of electrical components without disturbing operations. More importantly, it removes the operator from contact with energized parts. Wireless Temperature Monitoring System (WTMS) WTMS provides 24/7 temperature monitoring of critical connections within electrical distribution equipment, even areas not seen by infrared cameras. Early detection of heat build-up alerts maintenance personnel of abnormal conditions before they result in forced outages. Sensors, installed inside equipment, transmit temperature readings through a receiver to software to be analyzed. Monitoring temperature in equipment provides trending data to help anticipate and plan maintenance activities, saving time and money. Partial Discharge Monitoring Partial Discharge (PD) is a localized electrical discharge in an insulation system. It is a leading indicator of insulation breakdown and occurs in electrical equipment under high voltage stress. Schneider Electric Services offers Partial Discharge Monitoring Technology to detect and notify facility engineers of impending insulation breakdown. Monitoring sensors can be furnished either in new switchgear or field installed by Schneider Electric Services during a planned outage. Sensors are wired to a monitoring unit, which can be tied into an existing SCADA system via open protocol. Schneider Electric Services will evaluate the monitored results against an existing database and provide a detailed report of findings. Maintenance Agreements Schneider Electric offers multi-year programs to help you comply with NFPA 70E standards and mitigate risks by ensuring that regular maintenance is performed on your equipment. Avoid expensive downtime by minimizing unplanned outages and remedial action. Maintenance agreements can cover: Power equipment Monitoring systems Automation and control equipment Hospital isolation panels Emergency management Facility management software Additional Services Schneider Electric Services also offers these maintenance and testing services: Circuit Breaker Testing (Low Voltage) D.C. High Potential Testing Grounding System Testing Relay and Metering Calibration Rotating Equipment Variable Frequency Drive and Softstart Repair UPS and Battery Maintenance
Having a preventive maintenance program in place can reduce the risk of unplanned downtime by as much as 66%.* * Source: IEEE 9
Electrical Distribution Services from Schneider Electric Modernization and Upgrade Solutions Facility managers are often faced with the choice of maintaining an aging (or obsolete) electrical installation or replacing it with new equipment to take advantage of current technology. Even equipment that has been well-maintained may need additional upkeep or upgrades. Factors to consider include the operating environment, availability of spare parts, reliability and the cost of ongoing maintenance. There may also be the need to increase the equipment s fault or continuous current rating. 10
Switchgear Modernization Solutions New design capabilities exist to modernize and extend the life of the active components of switchgear, i.e., circuit breakers, while leaving the existing switchgear structure intact. Schneider Electric Services offers direct replacement and retrofill options to upgrade existing equipment to current technology at a fraction of the cost of new equipment. Our direct replacement and retrofill solutions are available for any manufacturer s brand of low- and mediumvoltage switchgear. Both options are designed to improve reliability, reduce maintenance and increase equipment capabilities. Direct Replacement: Circuit breakers are designed to fit into the existing cubicle with littleto-no modification to the switchgear cell. Direct replacement solutions reduce downtime since there is minimal (if any) outage on the equipment bus. Low Voltage: A standard Masterpact cradle is installed into an adapter cradle to form one assembly, which is then installed into the switchgear cubicle. This cradle-in-cradle assembly locks into place and remains in the switchgear cell after the initial installation. The new Masterpact circuit breaker racks in and out of the adapter cradle. A new door is installed, however cell interlocks, the racking mechanism and the switchgear structure are not modified. Medium Voltage: Our Magnum medium-voltage replacement circuit breaker is designed to fit directly into the existing OEM switchgear. An adapter cradle is not utilized. Retrofill Solutions: The existing switchgear cell and bus are modified to accept the new circuit breaker. This switchgear upgrade option requires a longer bus outage, during which time the internal circuit breaker cell is modified to accept the new circuit breaker. A retrofill solution is often used in lieu of the direct replacement option for larger devices, such as main breakers and tie breakers. As with the direct replacement, retrofill solutions are available for any manufacturer s existing lowand medium-voltage equipment. Low Voltage Motor Control Center Upgrades Motor control center structures and internal bus work typically have a long life. Their unit racking systems are simple and most likely, in good shape. So why replace the entire motor control center when problems arise? Schneider Electric also offers direct replacement and retrofit options to upgrade low voltage motor control centers. Both options are designed to improve reliability, reduce maintenance and increase equipment capabilities. New direct replacement motor control center units are available for many common vintage and current style motor control centers. This approach minimizes outage time and reduces costs associated with having to match existing footprints for the removal and reinstallation of cables. Replacement units can be installed over an extended period, which provides an overall equipment upgrade on a limited maintenance budget. When a direct replacement unit is not available, Schneider Electric Services can retrofit a genuine OEM bucket with all new Square D components. The genuine OEM stab assembly is reconditioned to like-new condition and the bucket is painted white enamel. All work is performed by factorytrained personnel. Additional Services Schneider Electric Services also offers these maintenance and testing services: Circuit breaker reconditioning Contactor conversions for motor starting applications Network protectors Legacy product support and upgrades For both the direct replacement and retrofill modernization solutions, new cubicle doors are provided to match the existing equipment and new circuit breaker face. Square D replacement MCC unit installed in General Electric 7700 Series structure 11
Electrical Distribution Services from Schneider Electric Substation Solutions Schneider Electric serves utilities and large power users with high quality products and services for their outdoor substations up to 345 kv. Ranging from small jobs to turnkey design and build contracts, our broad range of capabilities includes: Engineering, Procurement, and Construction For all aspects of your substation construction, upgrade, and/or expansion projects, up to 345 kv Maintenance, Repair, and Upgrade Solutions to help reduce outages, lower costs, increase energy efficiency, and extend equipment life Power Transformer Services Proven service solutions to promote reliability and extend transformer life Instrument Transformer Services Testing services to minimize billing inaccuracies between new, high-accuracy meters and existing equipment Substation Equipment VOX Outdoor Dead Tank Circuit Breaker Powersub Vacuum Circuit Breaker Type FVR Metal-Clad Switchgear Walk-In Enclosures Products supported include: Bushings Power Switches Circuit Breakers: Oil/SF6/Vacuum Relays: Electromechanical and Electronic all brands and types Circuit Switchers Switchgear: Gas-Insulated Control Systems Transformers: PTs/CTs Isolated-Phase Bus Transformers: GSU/Power/Auxiliary to 600 MVA Custom Solutions Regardless of the application or location, our engineering, manufacturing, field service and project management teams can evaluate your situation and propose a cost-effective solution that minimizes downtime or lead-times. From custom switchgear, to solar projects, to complete turnkey solutions, partner with Schneider Electric for unique product requirements or complex power issues. 12
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Electrical Distribution Services from Schneider Electric Emergency Preparedness When unplanned outages occur, whether by natural disaster or other emergency, Schneider Electric Services has the expertise and resources to restore electrical power safely and efficiently for any manufacturer s brand of equipment. Emergency Response With a nationwide network of 400+ qualified field service representatives, we are ready to respond to your needs. Qualified field service representatives will assess the situation to determine if your equipment can be repaired, reconditioned, or replaced. If the latter, we will work with our plants to get new equipment onsite as quickly as possible. Our services also include project management and turnkey capabilities. Temporary Generator Connection Schneider Electric Services delivers turnkey solutions for temporary generator connection to your normal or emergency power system. A temporary generator connection improves your electrical system s reliability and is recommended where one of the following applies: Local governing body requiring portable generator connection provisions in addition to the fixedmounted emergency generators per NEC article 708.20(F)(6). The facility is designated as needing continued operation in the event of a widespread disaster and a temporary connection is acceptable to the governing entity. The facility can withstand short-term disruptions to electrical power but a long-term disruption will jeopardize the business. Emergency Action Plan 24/7 While natural disasters cannot be prevented, having a detailed emergency recovery plan can limit the financial and personal havoc they can cause. Schneider Electric engineers can help you create an emergency action plan to help restore power and normal operations as quickly as possible. Components include: Having a current single-line drawing of the electrical distribution system Identifying which electrical equipment is critical to the electrical infrastructure 14 Understanding which equipment must be replaced and that which can be reconditioned, if water damage has occurred
Life-cycle solutions for your facility s electrical system. Our solutions help: Maximize electrical reliability Extend equipment life Enhance workplace safety Improve energy efficiency In case of emergency, call 888-778-2733. We are available any time for any brand of equipment.
Why Choose Schneider Electric Services? As part of Schneider Electric, the global specialist in energy management, you can count on Schneider Electric Services to help manage the life cycle of your equipment, no matter what brand it is. We will be there to support you now and in the years to come with our engineering services, maintenance and testing services, upgrade and modernization solutions and more. Our nationwide team of professional engineers and qualified field service representatives is committed to providing you with innovative solutions, best-in-class customer service, advanced technical support, and exceptional quality in everything we do! Any brand. Any industry. Any time. Find out more about how we can address your specific needs: 888-778-2733 Visit www.sereply.com and enter key code p358v Any engineering services referenced herein shall be provided by Schneider Electric Engineering Services, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Schneider Electric USA, Inc. This document is for information purposes only and is not meant to be construed as an offer to provide engineering services. Schneider Electric USA 1415 S. Roselle Road Palatine, IL 60067 Tel: 847-397-2600 Fax: 847-925-7500 www.schneider-electric.com/us Document Number 1910BR1301 Our professional engineers are strategically located throughout the U.S. and collectively registered in every state Our field service representatives are qualified, as defined by OSHA and NFPA 70E Our culture of safety helps mitigate your risks Our North American Operating Division is the only company to simultaneously hold the Robert W. Campbell Award (2009) and the Green Cross Award (2011) Schneider Electric Services has been awarded 15 Operational Excellence Awards, 8 Perfect Record Awards, and a Superior Record Award by the National Safety Council Square D Services is now Schneider Electric Services February 2013 2013 Schneider Electric. All Rights Reserved. Schneider Electrc, Magnum, Powersub, Masterpact, The global specialist in energy management, and Make the most of your energy are trademarks owned by Schneider Electric Industries SAS or its affiliated companies. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners. 998-1185685_US