Energy management specialist Schneider Electric looks to provide data center operators with added power system intelligence with the launch of its new advanced electrical power analysis and simulation solution module for data centers.
The module is a result of a cooperative agreement between Schneider Electric and ETAP, an analytical engineering firm specializing in computer simulation of power systems.
The power analysis and simulation solution module for data centers combines Schneider Electric’s power monitoring systems with ETAP’s power system management and simulation software. It is designed to enable data center operators to analyze and understand the potential impact of changes they make to the power system through simulation. It
“In today’s complex data centers, operators frequently need to switch or change loads, perform switching sequences, or take electrical equipment out of service,” states a Schneider Electric press release submitted to ChannelPro-SMB. “With the power analysis and simulation solution module for data centers, data center operators can utilize predictive simulation using real-time data to help avoid costly power system outages that can devastate operations and the financial bottom line.”
The power analysis and simulation solution module extends the power management capabilities of Schneider’s StruxureWare Power Monitoring and SCADA software. In addition, tight integration between the StruxureWare real-time power monitoring systems and ETAP’s power modeling and simulation software enables the data center operator to run specifically customized pre-engineered “what-if” scenarios.
The system enables operators to add scenarios or fine-tune them periodically to address changing data center needs. The real-time simulation feature set includes power system analysis capabilities for load flow, short circuit, arc-flash and relay coordination.
“Using ETAP’s robust modeling and analysis engine together with real-time data acquisition has enabled us to add the intelligence behind Schneider Electric’s powerful monitoring suite,” says ETAP COO Shervin Shokooh. “We look forward to delivering an added level of reliability and operational peace of mind to data center owners, operators, and managers.”
