True energy efficiency for every applicationWith Power Factor Correction solutions

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You need reliable, cost-effective power optimized for maximum productivity

Our complete solutions blend quality products and expert services tailored to your needs

Performance without compromise. Schneider Electric innovation brings outstanding value and capability to your electrical distribution network

Reduce energy losses by up to 30%

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Power factor correction boosts your efficiencyPower systems sometimes need helpIn AC distribution systems, the maximum active power is transmitted to a load when voltage and current are in phase and undistorted. However, alternating current contains multiple components that fluctuate depending upon the load.

Harmonics: > additional factors include

the effect of non-linear loads such as those

created by modern electronic devices.

They can create harmonic distortion in

the power system that causes voltage

fluctuation and power quality problems,

resulting in increased operating costs.

Active filters can solve the problem.

Before correction After correctionReactive power (kvar) > is the product

of inductive or capacitive loads such as

AC motors, transformers, etc. and it

produces no productive work.

Active power (kW) > does real work in

loads such as motors, lights, heaters,

computers, and more. It is converted into

the mechanical force, heat, or light you need

to run your business.

Power Factor (PF) > describes the ratio

between kW and kvar and is the standard

measure of electrical system efficiency.

Utilities supply customers with watts but the

supply system must be rated for volts and

amperes. Power factor below 1.0 or unity

requires a utility to generate more than the

minimum volt-amperes necessary to provide

real power. This increases generation and

transmission costs, which are billed to

customers with poor power factor.

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Harmonic mitigation and PFC solutions offer a quick return on investment and multiple benefits:

Improve power system and 3-phase equipment reliability up to 18%Boost power quality to improve your business performance by reducing unplanned outages and the reliability of electrical devices across your entire power infrastructure.

Reduce utility billing penalties and lower operating expenses up to 10%Good power factor can lower power bills and reduce power losses in transformers and conductors.

Reduce your capital expenses up to 30%Optimize the size of your electrical system, avoid oversizing, and limit redundant capacity.

Reduce energy losses by up to 30%Optimize your power consumption and reduce total process energy consumption by reducing CO2 emissions.

High quality power = higher productivity

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100% performanceOptimized for today’s industrial and commercial enterprises

Many people believe optimizing power distribution systems

and achieving ideal power factor is complex and costly.

However, partnering with Schneider ElectricTM makes realizing superior

power system efficiency simple, safe, and economical.

For decades, Schneider Electric has designed, engineered,

and manufactured innovative electrical distribution solutions for

demanding applications worldwide. We’ve leveraged world-class

know-how into our comprehensive range of PFC solutions that perform

in commercial, industrial and utility facilities.

No matter your application and needs, complete peace of mind is built

into each precision engineered PFC solution. Outstanding value,

exceptional durability, and world-class performance that helps make

your business more profitable and reliable is just the beginning.

A strategic approach for your operations

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A complete solution, when, where, and how you want itPFC solutions from Schneider Electric include everything you need to ensure your power system is operating at its peak. Our expertise ranges from power system monitoring and problem diagnosis, to engineering, installing, and supporting the precise power factor control solution your facility needs to run at optimal efficiency and cost.

The quality and performance you expectAll our PFC solutions provide an excellent return on investment because they are designed and manufactured by Schneider Electric, using advanced manufacturing methods and premium materials. They are optimized to match your application needs and are engineered to provide superior performance.

Support when you need itSchneider Electric is the global partner you can count on to deliver the service, support, and access you need to be your most efficient. Our highly skilled sales, engineering, and after-sales support professionals are there when you need them.

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Comprehensive power factor correction and harmonic filtering solutions are designed and installed by power system specialists and are available for virtually every industry and application. All products are perfectly coordinated to meet all you medium- and low-voltage power distribution needs, are engineered to be scalable as your requirements evolve, and are optimized to provide maximum power system efficiency.

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Applications and key benefits of power factor solutions

IndustryAutomotive, Food &

Beverages, Microelectronics, Mining, Minerals & Metals,

Machines.

Benefits

Reduce harmonic distortion

Reduce voltage fluctuations

BuildingsHealthcare, Hotels, Industrial buildings, Life Sciences, Retail,

Residential.

Benefits

Reduce electricity bill by avoiding penalties

on reactive energy

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Applications and key benefits of power factor solutions

Energy & Infrastructures

Airports, Electrical energy, Oil & Gas,

Marine, Road Tunnels, Telecom, Water.

Benefits

Reduce electricity bill by avoiding penalties

on reactive energy Optimize system size

Reduce harmonic distortion

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Customer success stories at a glanceMinistry of Electricity and Water, Kuwait

Endesa, Spain

An additional 15% to 20% kVA network capacity discovered

Approximately 20% to 25% reduction in transformer losses

Power Factor boosted from 0.8 to 0.95

Payback

Payback

Schneider Electric solution

Faced with fast-rising demand, a distribution network running at capacity, plus transformer and switchgear difficulties, the Ministry of Electricity and Water turned to Schneider Electric for a solution that would leave electricity tariffs unchanged and keep them amongst the world’s lowest.

Endesa Group operates part of Spain’s medium voltage distribution network, generates 47% of its electricity and controls 43% of the nation’s distribution. Poor network reliability is not an option and decreasing reactive power losses a must.

Customer need

On the low voltage network, the Ministry of Electricity and Water installed 240 capacitor banks and 20 active harmonic filters in upwards of 75 substations. Advanced power quality meters remotely monitor each capacitor bank, and although rated for 50°C ambient temperature, outdoor capacitor banks are cooled to ensure uninterrupted performance even during the most severe temperatures.

To decrease reactive power losses and improve distribution network quality, a comprehensive and reliable automatic and fixed capacitor bank solution up to 25 kV was recommended.

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Customer success stories at a glanceMetrocable, Colombia

Power Factor CorrectionSolutions for Energy Efficiency

Power factor boosted from 0.65 to 0.99

Current harmonic distortion reduced from 43.7% to 7%

Payback

The Medellin Metrocable car system is driven by two 535 kW motors, with two 960 kW variable speed controllers that cause harmonic distortion and produce poor power factor.

To comply with utility regulations and provide the most effective, flexible and efficient solution, two AccuSineTM PCS active harmonic filters, rated at 300 A were installed.

Because each electrical installation is unique, one of a kind power factor correction solutions are our specialty.

Using a combination of high-quality, expandable and compatible equipment, we can precision engineer a solution that provides all the efficiency and reliability your power system needs for peak performance.

LV or MV solutions

Reduction of process-related voltage fluctuations

Power Quality: Harmonic mitigation to avoid voltage and current distortion

Varset Fast Thyristor switched capacitor banks

AccuSine PFV Fast electronic reactive power compensator

LV passive filters

Reduction of electricity bill

System size optimization

Reduction of power losses

Propivar TM NG MV capacitors

Capacitor enclosed banks

MV products and equipment

Varplus2

LV capacitorVarplusCanLV capacitor

Detuned reactorsLV capacitor

Varpact TM

LV modules

LV products and equipment

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Best-in-class technologies create significant benefits

Hybrid filters (combining passive and active filters)

MV passive filters

Open racks

VarSet TM

Capacitor banks (fixed, automatic)

VarplusBoxLV capacitor

Varlogic TM

Power Factor Controllers

For:

Food & Beverages, >Microelectronics, >Mining, >Machines, >Healthcare, >Hotels, >Retail, >Airports, >Electrical Energy, >Oil & Gas, >Marine, >Telecom, >Water, etc. >

AccuSine SWP and PCS active filters

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Best-in-class technologies create significant benefits

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Expert, single-sourced, end-to-end solutions

Engineering servicesFrom electrical system testing and troubleshooting that analyses and identifies problem areas, through design conforming to applicable standards, development, and maintenance of your low and medium voltage PFC solution, Schneider Electric has everything you need.

Installation and commissioningExpert installation and commissioning services provide fast integration with your systems and enable you to quickly attain maximum benefits from our modular range of PFC equipment.

Comprehensive product rangeWith a full range of power factor correction equipment spanning controllers to capacitor banks.

Quality and long lifePFC products and services from Schneider Electric are custom engineered with quality and a philosophy of continuous improvement built in.

Complete, turnkey solutions include everything you need, or you can tailor components and services to match your unique needs.