Energy Automation

A seamless integration of a diversified product portfolio, business processes, and networked services define Energy Automation (EA). One of the power centres in the Siemens portfolio, EA forms the nucleus of Siemens One solutions. From bay level to automation system, from primary technology to service, and from individual product to turnkey solution, EA opens up a world of options with its offerings.

Protection components
Sub-station Automation Components
Communication solutions
Control centre solutions

Protection components

SIPROTEC

Only one protection device – for various applications and numerous functions
Everything from a single-source – only one product family based on a unique protection platform
Only one DIGSI 4 – for all protection devices and all configuration and operating tasks
Maximum consistency
Save on costs for engineering, relay monitoring, distribution diagrams, as well as editors for interlocks
Protection based on experience: over 500,000 digital protection devices in use and over 10,000 devices with IEC 61850 interfaces in operation

SIMEAS

SIMEAS SAFIR – the network quality system for integrating data from various sequence of events (SOE) recorders
SIMEAS R – the power quality reference for high-performance SOE recorders
SIMEAS P – the standard for precise measurements at all voltage levels
Efficiency thanks to a high level of integration throughout the entire product family
Reliability through experience – more than 160,000 devices in use

Substation Automation Components

IEC 61850

IEC 61850 as the international communications standard for the automation of substations
Straightforward engineering
Ethernet functionality at 100 MBit/s, no protocol converters
First system already installed in 11/04 by Siemens
SIPROTEC devices are Class A-certified according to IEC 61850
Maximum flexibility and viability into the future
Internationally accepted interoperability
Worldwide experience derived from over 250 substation automation projects completed by Siemens PTD
Frost & Sullivan Technology Leadership Award 2006 “for trendsetting development work and verifiably outstanding performance”

SICAM

Faster, more reliable switching operations
Scaleable functionality
Station equipment based on industry standards (SICAM PAS) or subracks
Easy to use parametrization tools
Web-capable station devices
Proven communications with IEC 61850
Reliable, efficient control and monitoring of your switching stations
Customizable implementation and expansion
Configuration of various concepts as needed
Online changes during running operations
Unrestricted access to information
International flexibility

SICAM 1073

High-quality, scalable product family
Product concept matchedto the demands of multi-hierarchical networks
Telecontrol in energy automation and multi-utility environments
Multi-purpose communication options (based on IEC standardsor legacy protocols)
Compliance with standard requirements (IEC)
Consistent engineering tool for entire product family
Control stations relieved of time-critical automation tasks
International flexibility for configuration and communications
Cost-optimized operating mode, maintenance-free, long-lasting and with remote access
Online changes can be performed during running operation
Unlimited access to information

Communication Solutions

SINAUT Spectrum – control stations

High-performance applications and algorithms
Specific solutions
Open architecture
Comprehensive, field-tested functionality
Optimized facility utilization, minimal network loss, and higher supply quality
Rapid identification of network overloads and system malfunctions – reliable error correction
Complete integration into your company’s IT environment & corresponding operational processes
High level of supply quality through reliable, efficient network operations

Spectrum PowerCC – the innovative control center

Component-based, modular system architecture
Scalability of units from individual computers to redundant multi-server systems
Modern, user-friendly Windows interface
Implementation of standards and de facto standards
Open, standardized architecture and interfaces
Web-supported architecture with mobile data access
Flexible configuration, higher ROI and lower TCO
Flexible adaptation during the entire life cycle
More efficient network operations
Simple integration, expandability, and a high level of investment protection
Simple, flexible migration, IT integration and system expansion
De-centralized work – from tele administration to participation in energy trading

Communication solutions – the most advanced PLC technology with PowerLink

For analog or digital transmission technology
For the transmission of monitoring information via voice, fax, data, or video
Supports frequency planning at one- or two-channel terminals used for multiple purposes
Innovative data multi-plexer technology already on board
Secure, high-performance communications – throughout the network
Viable into the future with simple upgrades

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