Engine Paralleling and Integration Control (EPIC)

OVERVIEW

The Engine Paralleling and Integration Control (EPIC) product line provides standard paralleling controls in a remote cabinet separate from the engine generator set and separate from switchgear (breakers and bus).

BENEFITS

Product Features

Easy Connectivity to Generator Mounted Electrically Operated Circuit Breaker or Freestanding Switchgear with Electrically Operated Breaker
High Speed Ethernet Supervisory Network
Redundant Master Technology
Bumpless Backup of Master Control Functions
Password Protection for Critical Settings
Automatic Start/Stop
Automatic Load and VAR Sharing
Automatic “Dead Bus” Coordination
Automatic Power Factor Control when in Parallel with Utility Power
Programmable Load Shed / Load Add Functions
Touch Screen (HMI) Display

Technical Summary +

Configuration
Remote modular paralleling control system (Master Control Panel for the first 2 generator sets and optional tie breaker, separate add-on control panels for up to 8 additional generator sets, utility paralleling control, and distribution control)
Modes of Operation
Emergency Standby with redundant master control, Utility paralleling, peak shaving, and closed transition to/from Generator Power (with optional utility control panel)
Application
LV and MV (208V-27kV)

Generator Protective Devices +

ANSI Protective Devices
15/25. 27/59, 81 O/U, 32, 40, 90 (Industrial Grade)

Utility Protective Devices +

ANSI Protective Devices
15/25. 27/59, 81 O/U, 32,47 (Industrial Grade)

Environmental Parameters +

Certifications
UL / cUL 508A
Control Panel Enclosure
NEMA 12
Operating Temperature
0°C to 55°C
Storage Temperature
-20°C to 60°C

Instant Auto Selector Switch

Allows user to return sysem to automatic in the event of a touchscreen failure

Generator Control Panel (for 3-10 gensets)

With breaker position indications and circuit breaker control switch

Utility Control Panel (for utility paralleling and control)

With utility close lockout switch, breaker position indications, and circuit breaker control switch

Supplemental Hardware 25 Device

Provides additional discrete synchronization protection

Data Table Interface

Accommodates interface with a building management system

Generator Demand Priority Control

An automatic priority sequencing function to modulate the number of gensets online to control load percentages per machine, assist with fuel efficiency, and maintain adequate reserve capacity