Building
intelligence
into
power
networks
Advanced fault detection and handling
means repairs can be managed
quickly and cost effectively, as well as
reducing the impact on call centres
and improving customer messaging.
Intelligent load shedding allows the
utility to make instant decisions in
critical situations; reducing or
eliminating the need to shutdown
areas to prevent grid collapse.
WHAT CAN SMARTGRID TECHNOLOGY DO?
SmartGrid services can be considered as the next
generation of SCADA systems.
SCADA has been already been in use for many years to
measure, monitor and control the electricity plant.
SmartGrid services use Internet Protocol Technology to
enable distributed control of electricty networks, making
the grid both intelligent and self-organising. It gives utility
operators the capability to see, monitor and manage all
parts of the network, beyond the substation right down to
the meter.
Information is accurate and available instantly, and allows
not just monitoring but real control and two-way
communication between suppliers and customers.
Demand response can be automated, with intelligent
metering and billing for dynamic pricing and service
control.
There are many exciting applications, available now and planned for the future, that combine the
reach of the power grid with the best of ICT and IP systems; creating a new generation of Power
Utility systems and services.
Internationally, there are numerous hardware and software manufacturers, each using different
technical solutions to deliver intelligence to the grid. We at Smartgrid2 are already a part of this
community, and can help you find out more, from newsgroups to technical whitepapers, industry
reports to regulator rulings. If you would like to find out more, please contact us now.