Client Challenge
The facility needed to combine a 400 kW solar installation with WAPDA grid power and a generator, but without synchronization, load sharing between sources would be inconsistent and power quality unstable.
TextilePV-DG SynchronizationCompleted Apr 2024
400kW Solar-Grid-Generator Synchronization for Shafi Life Style
Synchronization of a 400 kW solar power system with the national grid and a backup generator to deliver a stable, cost-efficient hybrid power supply.
Industry
Textile
Location
Pakistan
Solution
PV-DG Synchronization
Primary Outcome
Reliability Improvement
AI-Ready Summary
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- What it is: 400kW Solar-Grid-Generator Synchronization for Shafi Life Style is an pv-dg synchronization deployment for textile operations.
- Who it is for: Industrial teams that need reliable power automation, SCADA visibility, and measurable operating gains.
- Problem solved: The facility needed to combine a 400 kW solar installation with WAPDA grid power and a generator, but without synchronization, load sharing between sources would be inconsistent and power quality unstable.
- How it works: Automatrix's engineering team synchronized all three sources - solar, grid and generator - into a coordinated hybrid power system with automatic transfer switching and predefined load priorities.
- Results delivered: The facility achieved stable voltage and frequency regardless of active power source, reduced fuel and grid dependency, and gained centralized oversight of its hybrid power system.
- How to engage: Contact Automatrix Engineering via WhatsApp, phone, or quote form for a similar architecture review.
Existing Power / Automation Environment
Existing site architecture included mixed power sources and required structured integration for stable operations.
Scope of Work
Control strategy design, panel-level integration, commissioning workflow, and operational handover.
Solution Architecture
Automatrix's engineering team synchronized all three sources - solar, grid and generator - into a coordinated hybrid power system with automatic transfer switching and predefined load priorities.
Control Logic / Operational Modes
The system was configured to prioritize solar generation to reduce dependency on grid and generator, with automatic switching between sources and centralized monitoring to oversee load distribution and efficiency.
Safety and Protection Features
Protection and compliance controls included reverse power protection, configurable alarms, and controlled switching logic based on site conditions.
Components, Technologies, and Protocols
Components Used
- • SCADA
- • Generator Synchronization
Technologies
SCADAGenerator Synchronization
Protocols / Interfaces
- • Modbus
- • PLC-HMI integration
Results and Measurable Outcomes
The facility achieved stable voltage and frequency regardless of active power source, reduced fuel and grid dependency, and gained centralized oversight of its hybrid power system.
- More stable source coordination
- Improved power reliability
Visuals and Diagram Placeholders
Electrical SLD snapshots, HMI/SCADA views, panel documentation, and commissioning records.
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Project FAQ
What was the primary challenge in 400kW Solar-Grid-Generator Synchronization for Shafi Life Style?
The facility needed to combine a 400 kW solar installation with WAPDA grid power and a generator, but without synchronization, load sharing between sources would be inconsistent and power quality unstable.
How was the solution implemented?
The system was configured to prioritize solar generation to reduce dependency on grid and generator, with automatic switching between sources and centralized monitoring to oversee load distribution and efficiency.
What outcomes were delivered?
More stable source coordination, Improved power reliability
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