Achieve energy efficiency without sacrificing performance (PDF

Achieve energy efficiency without sacrificing performance (PDF

Achieve energy efficiency
without sacrificing
performance
Solutions for water treatment plants
and pumping stations
Water: a resource
too precious
to waste
Wherever you are around the globe, water
has become a strategic resource. However,
the specific challenges surrounding water
stewardship and management vary from one
country to another.
• Access to clean drinking water
•Water pollution and treatment
•Regulatory, environmental, and cost issues
As a water manager, this challenging environment
is further compounded by increasing pressure to:
• Reduce operating expenses
•Curb energy consumption
•Provide a reliable drinking water supply
•Bolster equipment safety
•Align processes with shifting regulations
•Ensure long-term effectiveness over
the lifetime of your equipment
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Schneider Electric offers you
the flexible, efficient solutions
you need to meet your local water
management challenges, wherever
you are around the globe.
Smarter process control
for increased energy efficiency
Our solutions can help you cut your
facility’s operating expenses—namely,
energy bills—while ensuring optimal
reliability, availability, and safety.
Building smart energy
management systems
through innovation
EcoStruxure brings together five of
Schneider Electric’s flagship business lines
under a single architecture. This innovative
platform lets you build a unified environment
for your energy, process and machine, server
room, building system, and building access
management needs. Built on open standards,
EcoStruxure guarantees compatibility between
major applications and facilitates the integration
of third-party solutions. In short, EcoStruxure is
a holistic, integrated architecture designed for
the realities of today’s digital economy.
EcoStruxure integrates management
of electrical distribution, motor and pump
control, treatment, safety, and monitoring
for optimized management across your entire
infrastructure. EcoStruxure pulls in data like
geographical limitations, asset-management
needs, lab test results, customer interfaces,
and energy supply so you can make smarter
energy management decisions.
x2
Energy demand
by 2050
:2
Reduction in CO2
emissions needed
to curb climate change
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> Cut operating expenses
Better knowledge
of your processes...
Today’s water market is characterised by increasing pressure on costs from
both consumers and local governments. Responding to these demands while
maintaining optimal productivity is a real challenge—one that you can meet by
fine tuning capacity. But first, you need to know exactly how your equipment is
operating.
Start by reviewing the strategic components
of your processes
Wherever you are, global energy management
specialist Schneider Electric can assign a local
services team to help you take a closer look
at your processes and recommend measures
to help you get the most out of your equipment.
We start with a comprehensive audit of your
electrical installation, motor and pump control
systems, and processes to pinpoint specific
areas for improvement.
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Then, we work with you to determine your energy
consumption and carbon footprint targets and
recommend the best way to achieve them.
Our network of partners can also support you
as you roll out open, flexible solutions capable of
meeting your changing needs today and tomorrow.
...for optimal operation
Fine tune process management
with predictive control
Aeration is the most energy-intensive component of the wastewater
treatment process. And yet, traditional supervision systems are not
sufficient to achieve real savings. An Advanced Process Control (APC)
system can help change this by:
- Combining process constraints and complex interactions between
the different variables and actuators
- Predicting the impact of disruptions on operation
- Coordinating the movements of multiple actuators
- Taking advantage of all opportunities to reach the equipment’s full
potential in terms of quality and efficiency.
up to
35%
energy savings
when you combine
an audit with an
APC system
Core APC features are designed to substantially reduce process variability
to optimize the working range and ensure compliance with regulatory and
environmental requirements.
More efficient operation also means substantially lower electrical
consumption, which has a direct impact on your operating costs.
Predictive control
activated
Predictive control
switched off
On
Off
kWh
90.8
40%
152.2
Energy savings
• Visible results with
a direct impact on your
operating expenses
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> Reduce energy consumption
Improve
local performance…
Producing quality water and running equipment 24 hours a day
are energy-intensive activities.
Your challenge: to guarantee quality service while minimizing operating
expenses and reducing your carbon footprint.
Get more out of
your pumping stations
Schneider Electric solutions are flexible enough
to be adapted to any configuration and are
designed to be duplicated across multiple sites.
Our solutions are based on Schneider Electric’s
proven low- and medium-voltage electrical
distribution equipment, software, and services
plus variable speed drives and supervision
systems for enhanced motor control.
The goal is to optimize operation of your motors
and pumps by fine-tuning start-up and working
ranges. Not only do these improvements
lengthen the lifetime of your equipment;
they also ensure more energy-efficient operation.
< 2 years
Return on investment
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...and get more out
of the entire network
Improve distribution
network operation
Your job is to provide water around the clock.
And yet, you must also respond to challenges
and constraints like incidents on the distribution
network, water quality, and fluctuating
energy costs.
Our innovative software interfaces with your
remote management applications to optimize
hydraulics across the pumping and distribution
network. The software calculates in real time the
optimal configuration based on a comprehensive
set of data that includes fluctuations in demand,
disruptions or incidents, and energy consumption.
The software also factors in utility rates,
helping you smooth out consumption peaks,
and monitors the energy-cost-to-pump-efficiency
ratio, combining several pumping stations
to increase yield.
• Real-time monitoring of network operations in accordance
with forecasted performance
This independent system responds to the
requirements you set. It identifies disruptions and
adjusts operation to reflect changing conditions,
sending alerts so you can make the best possible
decisions in the event of an incident. The benefits
are clear in terms of energy savings, reduced
operating costs, and improved quality of service
to your customers.
• Operator management interface with detailed view
of each part of the installation
When used together, supervision
systems, process optimization,
and plant upgrades can help
reduce operating costs by
20%
• Comprehensive
reports and
IS integration
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> Guarantee a reliable drinking water supply
Provide access to safe,
clean water…
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...by preventing incidents
before they happen
You need real-time information on the status of your network so that
you can correctly identify potential risks and take the necessary action.
Remote management and smart data analysis can help you head off problems.
Manage and monitor
your stations remotely
Supervise your distribution network
to identify incidents and leaks
To manage your water distribution network
effectively, real-time information and remote
management capabilities are absolute necessities.
Today’s remote management solutions offer a
broad range of features and are suitable for a wide
variety of situations and environments.
Leaks and burst pipes are regular occurrences on any water
distribution network. Not only are these incidents costly; they can
also result in—sometimes serious—injuries or damage to property.
The best way to deal with them is to prevent them from happening
in the first place.
Schneider Electric is a global leader in remote
management solutions, offering a comprehensive
selection of equipment, software, and services
with applications across many industries.
Our solutions offer a full range of features:
- Continuous measurement, recording,
processing, and archiving of your plant
or equipment operation data
- Site-to-site communication via a supervision
system or web-based service
- Remote configuration, operation, and
maintenance
- Alerts to warn operators of any incidents.
Schneider Electric offers a solution capable of leveraging existing
systems and measurements to predict incidents. Our software
constantly filters and analyzes data from the remote management
system and uses geographical location data to assess risk and help
network operators make the right decisions.
The solution is delivered as a web-based application and requires
no installation of hardware or software. The system uses advanced
algorithms to detect network anomalies, water loss and faulty
equipment and send the appropriate alerts, including the exact
location of the incident.
The service is offered on a monthly subscription basis, so no initial
investment is required.
Remote management can substantially improve
equipment operation by helping you:
- Resolve incidents quickly for increased uptime
- Adjust equipment performance to local needs
- Coordinate multiple sites to meet demand
- Respond to situations without sending personnel
to the site.
Remote management is the most effective way
to improve performance while reducing operating
expenses.
• Round out your remote management system with
a tool capable of predicting incidents on your water
distribution network
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> Improve plant safety
Stay in control
of your facilities…
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...whatever happens
Plant safety is something you can’t afford
to leave up to chance.
Make supervision a key part
of the process
Video surveillance and presence detectors
are nothing new in the water industry. Both
techniques are frequently used for water treatment
and production plants as well as on water
distribution and collection networks.
However, surveillance does have its limitations.
Traditional surveillance systems cannot respond
to break-ins, vandalism, or other malicious acts.
Schneider Electric has developed an innovative
solution to this problem. By integrating process
management and security into a simple,
automated system, operators gain access to
real-time information and can respond right
away to any security breaches. For example,
if a pumping station is no longer functioning or
suddenly presents a danger to people or property
due to a malicious act, the operator can isolate
the station immediately.
Enterprise/
Business
Financial
Information
System
Resource
planning
Operations
Single or multi-sites
Energy Management
Information System
Supervision
& Control
Reporting
Energy and
Process
Optimization
Asset
Management
Redundant
System
Servers
Operation
Supervision
Hot Standby
Controllers
Laboratory
information
Security
Management
Engineering
Station
Plant Floor HMI
Network Video
Recorder
Access
Controllers
Devices
Remote
Input/Output
Protection Relay
and Connector
Circuit
Breaker
Badge
Readers
IP
Cameras
Speed
Drive
Energy
Monitoring
Protection
UPS
Intelligent Power
and Motor
Control Centre
Sensors
& Actuators
Smart Instrumentation
Power Monitoring
General Process Control
Remote
Pumping
Control
Plant Security
• EcoStruxure integrates safety into your process management system
Combine supervision
and video surveillance
Video provides information that supervision
systems cannot. By combining video surveillance
with a supervision system you can optimize
process management by:
- Rapidly confirming any decisions to be made
- Facilitating maintenance
This can help substantially lower:
- Operating expenses, by improving human
ressources management
- Capital expenditures, by replacing several control
systems with a single system
• Process management system with integrated video surveillance
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> Ensure the long-term effectiveness of your equipment
Make the most of your
facilities and equipment…
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…with our services
Whether you are looking to update your equipment, maintain optimal
performance, gain a better understanding of how your energy costs are broken
down, Schneider Electric works with you at every stage of your project, helping you
train your personnel and achieve maximum productivity.
Audit and consulting
If you are looking to upgrade your equipment,
we can audit your current systems and provide
consulting services to help you make the best
choices for your needs.
Ensuring effective operations
We can offer you tools and methods to
facilitate troubleshooting and control of critical
automation functions. The goal is to optimize
your preventive maintenance and help you
eliminate breakdowns and malfunctions on your
communication networks, high-power drives,
and process command-control systems.
You receive a detailed audit report with
our observations and recommendations.
Improving energy
efficiency
Our comprehensive service
lineup includes:
- Energy management consulting
- Demand response management
- Energy efficiency service
agreements
- Remote supervision
and control
Upgrading your equipment
> Feasibility studies: Our consultants help
you assess your options, identify potential
solutions, draw up the corresponding budgets,
and estimate the time needed to implement
the upgrades chosen. Our detailed, accurate
troubleshooting, expert recommendations, and
thorough feasibility studies give you total peace
of mind as you move forward with your project.
> Project management: Our consultants
assist you with engineering and implementation
of the chosen solutions. They provide
support with:
- Specifications (software standardization,
architecture design)
- Rollout and monitoring
- Training your personnel.
Measure
& analyse
Passive Energy Efficiency
Fix the
basics
Active Energy Efficiency
Optimize through
automation &
integrated control
Monitor,
maintain,
improve
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Maintenance contracts
Spare parts and repairs
You need your equipment to operate effectively
and reliably throughout its lifetime.
Whether you opt for one of our packages or pick
and choose your own combination of services,
our maintenance contracts are designed to help
you get the most out of your equipment.
- Maintenance hotline with priority access
to our expert support staff.
- Software upgrades you can download online.
- Spare parts from Schneider Electric stored
at your facility or at our warehouses.
- On-site response within the agreed-upon
timeframe.
- Product upgrades that go beyond simple
maintenance, taking into account upcoming
releases and leveraging the latest technological
advances.
To run your plant effectively, your people need
to be able to deal with breakdowns
and malfunctions quickly and efficiently.
We can help you minimize downtime by:
- Supplying you (from our inventory)
with tested, approved spare parts compatible
with your equipment.
- Repairing or refurbishing your equipment
to like-new condition.
- Performing standard exchanges for
some parts.
- Providing you (on a contract basis) with your
own inventory of Schneider Electric-owned parts.
> Limit downtime thanks to access
to our spare parts inventory.
> Eliminate risk due to obsolete
equipment.
> Avoid production shutdowns.
> Control maintenance costs by
optimizing your spare parts inventory.
> Lengthen the lifetime of your
equipment and maintain optimal
performance.
> Use original-manufacturer-quality
spare parts.
> Get preferred pricing on standard
exchanges and defective-parts
replacements.
> Enjoy continued access to spare
parts and repairs up to ten years
after a part is discontinued.
> Improve safety conditions.
30%
of the cost of
a liter of water
is attributed
to energy
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Training
To run your equipment effectively, your personnel
must constantly adapt to the latest technologies,
safety rules, and environmental regulations.
Training is crucial to ensuring that your
processes are safe and your equipment
is being operated as intended.
We offer a broad range of targeted
training programs:
- Training covering your specific equipment.
- Competency-management services including
individual training plans developed to ensure
that each employee reaches his or her personal
goals and can apply new skills on site.
Five-year multi-plant
modernization program
Hungary
Wherever you are, our proven global
training network can help.
> More than 50 training centers
worldwide using the latest training
methods.
> Professional instructors with both
industrial and classroom expertise.
> A broad range of standard and
custom training programs.
> Training on site or at one of
our centres.
> Assistance developing your
training program via our website,
local training catalogues, and our
network of specialists.
This aging network of water treatment
plants was no longer compliant with
environmental and energy consumption
standards. The operator was looking
for solutions to optimize the
20-year-old facilities.
> Our solution
We provided comprehensive project
management services that included:
- Auditing the existing architectures
at all five plants taking into account
the new standards and requirements.
- Preparing a migration plan.
- Developing a communication system
to be built by systems integrators.
- Testing and validation for rollout at
each facility.
- Training maintenance personnel and
providing 24-hour technical support.
> Customer benefits
- Reduced equipment downtime.
- Attainment of energy and environmental
targets.
- Fast return on investment.
- Increased performance and productivity.
- On-deadline delivery.
- A personalized schedule set according
to your timeframe and budget.
- A single contact for all your needs.
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