POWER-tek performs a forward-looking assessment of transmission requirements, taking into account present

Services for the wind generation industry Wind power is the fastest growing source of new electric power generation in the world. The cost of energy from large commercial wind plants in good wind sites is now competitive with that from more conventional sources, and costs are forecast to decline further

POWER-tek performs detailed evaluation of the requirements to connect proposed generation facilities, and identifies impacts and reinforcement options. We offer this service to transmission providers, system operators, developers and regulatory entities. POWER-tek reviews the existing and planned transmission system for capability to deliver power from potential generators to target markets. We offer

The transmission provider or regional transmission operator (RTO) may require an assessment of the impact of the proposed generator on the transfer capability of the network. Transfer capability is a measure of the transmission system’s ability to transfer power across constrained interfaces. It is the basis for allocating transmission use

The key to power system planning and operation is to study the system’s performance to find opportunities for improvement. POWER-tek has conducted planning and operations analysis for interconnected and isolated systems for clients ranging from large electric utilities to independent power producers and industrial plant owners. Typical POWER-tek projects include:

POWER-tek experts use advanced power system analysis package on stability simulations as well as other commercial tools to provide services on in-depth stability studies. System stability bottlenecks or constraints will be identified and cost-effective solutions will be recommended. POWER-tek will provide detailed simulations and analyses of the system under study

To meet the client’s service commitments POWER-tek’s deterministic and probabilistic reliability assessment and state-of-the-art computer models for use in planning and operation provide: 1. Generation system reliability 2. Transmission system reliability 3. Substation reliability 4. Local area reliability 5. System planning and design criteria 6. Technical reviews and audits 7.

Electricity distribution companies are under pressure to improve reliability and system performance, while dealing with the ongoing challenges of aging infrastructure and increasing customer demands for higher reliability and power quality. In addition, budget and investment constraints require electric utilities to manage their distribution systems ever more efficiently. POWER-tek offers

The motor starting function helps users understand the impact of machine start-ups on the network. POWER-tek provides services for calculating voltage and currents in the network when single or multiple motors are started in the system.

POWER-tek houses engineers with substantial experience with end-use power quality, and were major contributors to some of the ground-breaking power quality activities. Our analysis and modeling capability can be a critical tool in diagnosing and resolving many electrical problems on the customer side of the meter, and includes: Plant dynamics