Utility interest and emphasis on the modeling of generators and their
associated control equipment is driven by several factors including
deregulation of the electric utility industry throughout North
America and the blackouts in Western and Eastern power grids
Tests are performed on generators and their control loops for
the following reasons:
- confirm dynamic response of generator controls during initial
commissioning
- locate problems during troubleshooting
- develop accurate mathematical models
- satisfy regulatory requirements
Kestrel offers a complete package of generator testing services
from development of initial test plans to actual performance and
complete documentation. This service offering is complemented by
an array of software, hardware and training products to assist
utilities in increasing their competence in this increasingly important
area. Our specialization in these areas and decades of field test
experience has made us one of the primary contractors for NERC
and Regional Compliance testing throughout North America.
Kestrel is in contact with the designers of all new major generator
control systems and has been instrumental in championing the integration
of special test and control features, including the integral of
accelerating power-based stabilizer into many new systems. Detailed
design knowledge coupled with our extensive tuning and testing
experience provides us with special insights into the practical
implementation and setting of generator controls on all types of
generator designs.
Kestrel has tested over 600 generators since our inception in
2000. Together with our partner organizations, we can mobilize
trained personnel to any North American location. |
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