About Power System Consulting

Power system study is a comprehensive analysis of an electrical power system, which includes a variety of aspects such as design, operation, and maintenance. The study involves a detailed analysis of the system's performance and the identification of potential issues that could affect the system's safety, reliability, and efficiency.

The power system study typically involves the following steps:

Load Flow Analysis: This involves calculating the voltage, current, and power flow in the system under steady-state conditions. The analysis helps to identify potential issues such as overloading of equipment, voltage instability, and low power factor.

Short Circuit Analysis: This involves determining the fault current levels that can occur in the system under fault conditions. The analysis helps to select the appropriate protective devices such as circuit breakers, fuses, and relays to protect the system and equipment from damage.

Protective Device Coordination: This involves selecting the appropriate settings for protective devices such as relays, circuit breakers, and fuses, to ensure they operate in a coordinated and selective manner to protect the system and equipment.

Arc Flash Analysis: This involves determining the incident energy levels and arc flash boundaries that can occur in the event of a fault, and the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) that should be used by workers to protect them from potential hazards.

Power Quality Analysis: This involves analyzing the quality of power in the system, including factors such as harmonics, voltage fluctuations, and flicker. The analysis helps to identify potential issues that can affect equipment performance and lead to downtime.

Overall, a power system study is an essential tool for maintaining a safe, reliable, and efficient electrical power system. It helps to identify potential issues and provides recommendations for improvements that can increase the system's performance and lifespan.