We need better power grids
Everything can be summarized in this simple sentence: with the switch to renewable energies, increasing amounts of energy must be transported. We therefore need more efficient power grids. But what sounds so simple is really quite complex. Because getting transmission and distribution grids retrofitted for this is a bit like open-heart surgery: while transformer stations and substation are being upgraded or newly built, “normal operations” must continue as reliably as they ever have.
In addition, the number of grid stations and substations that must be planned, designed and built worldwide is likely in the high six-figures, making it unfeasible with current design and production methods!
It’s a good thing that Eplan can also do energy. Our products meet the requirements for the electrical engineering design and production of transformer stations and substations. With Eplan, electrical engineers have the tools they need to design switchgear systems for various voltage levels – faster than was previously possible.
The traditional software functions such as single-line and multi-line schematics, 3D designs in the area of assembly layout and evaluations for terminal diagrams – as an example – are all taken into account. Requirements from production have also been considered and the data can be transferred exactly as is and used for manufacturing.
Eplan in the energy sector
- naturenergie netze
- Netz Burgenland
- EWR
“After the first project phase – the preliminary planning – we see considerable time savings during the actual conversion of the transformer substations. What’s more, that applies to every project.”
“Its widespread use by our suppliers, its easy and clear operation, the excellent documentation it provides and the future-proof nature of this technologically mature software have confirmed our decision to switch to Eplan.”
“Eplan has now become the basis of our services, and we appreciate every dynamic further development of all programs and digital applications. You could even say that Eplan has made a significant contribution to our high market position in plant project planning!“
New energy with Eplan – these are the benefits
- Support
- Security & effects
- Clear & meaningful
- Standardization & savings
- Consistency & efficiency
Support for the challenges of the energy transition
Eplan software can help grid operators further advance grid expansion. For the past twenty years, it has also been geared to the specific needs of companies in the energy sector. It digitalizes the planning of new facilities or conversions – thus speeding up processes.
Planning security & network effects
Eplan Electric P8 is a future-oriented software tool that is continually being improved and expanded. Additionally, electrical engineering with Eplan is widespread and many suppliers are already using the software.
The delivery of switchgear systems and transformers with Eplan documentation is also part of the standard repertoire of many manufacturers.
Clear & meaningful
The electrical engineering design of systems takes place in 3D design. This makes documentation meaningful and clear. EPLAN Electric P8 offers this added value in combination with Eplan Pro Panel.
Even so-called brownfield projects – i.e., the conversion of existing plants – can also be simplified using Eplan software. For instance, control and protection technology and interfaces to primary technology can be planned and designed.
Standardization & time savings
Our software helps establish the same formats and even fixed processes. The standardization of electrical engineering gets started in design and project planning. The fact that suppliers, system integrators and service technicians are all working on the basis of uniform specifications is yet another positive aspect.
Consistency & efficiency
Data is used consistently throughout the construction and manufacturing process. For instance, operators benefit from the fact that suppliers of protection technology and control technology systems can continue to seamlessly work with the documentation from the project planning phase and supplement it with their detail engineering.
Design and construction processes can therefore be completed in half the time. Even scheduled maintenance of service calls during operations are also accelerated.
- Combined expertise for the energy transition
- Efficient expansion of the energy landscape
