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Redefining power distribution through digitisation

chneider Electric, a global specialist in energy In case of power outage, customers can minimise downtime
management and automation, has announced the local and restore power quickly and safely using their smart phone. Key
Slaunch of the MasterPact MTZ, the next generation of high­ data is saved before tripping (measures, protection settings) and
power low­voltage circuit breakers, combining the company’s even without power, thanks to an NFC connection that gives a root
legendary performance and reliability with new digital cause explanation and step­by­step breaker reclosing and power
capabilities. The MasterPact MTZ will be available in South recovery instructions.
Africa from 1 December. MasterPact MTZ is future ready as it seamlessly integrates
MasterPact MTZ is the first air circuit breaker to embed within the Smart Panels architecture and can be remotely
accurate Class1 power metering, compliant and certified monitored and controlled with any supervision system to carry out
with IEC 61557­12. Energy efficiency is achieved thanks to predictive and preventive maintenance and asset and energy
accurate energy usage analysis, optimization, cost allocation management, thanks to its embedded Ethernet connection.
and assessment of energy usage trends. Energy management
is compliant with international regulations ISO 50001 and Providing a digital user experience throughout its lifecycle,
IEC 60364­8. MasterPact MTZ also offers unprecedented connectivity.
Building on its strengths, the MasterPact MTZ will offer the This includes:
same ratings, the same tripping performance and the same • Design single­line diagrams with Ecodial and switchboards
footprint for seamless, quick integration and retrofitting in with Ecoreal.
switchboards as the current MasterPact range. This seamless • Configure and order using the MyPact digital configurator and
transition from MasterPact NT/NW to MasterPact MTZ means ordering tool.
no switchboard redesign required and no need to run • Build, commission, and conduct factory­acceptance tests
switchboard recertification tests as per IEC 61439­2. In through Ecoreach software.
addition, the product offers easy integration in Smart Panels • Maintain and operate real­time using the full potential of
and connection to management systems with native embedded PowerStruxure that includes embedded web pages, Facility
Ethernet connection. hero, Facility Insights, Power Monitoring Expert, Power Scada
Anglophone Africa Buildings VP, Devan Pillay says: “The new Expert, and seamless integration into SmartStruxure building
MasterPact MTZ’s native ethernet connectivity, digital management.
capabilities and ability to be seamlessly integrated into our • Upgrade and customize at any time in the cycle with
EcoStruxure architecture, offers our customers superior circuit digital modules.
protection, while maximising efficiencies in energy management
and maintenance.” In addition, from planning to installation, operation, maintenance,
MasterPact MTZ protects equipment and activity against optimising and renewal, MasterPact MTZ can be managed through
cable overloads, short circuits and insulation faults. It offers Schneider Electric’s Field Services organisation. This expertise,
outstanding power uptime demanded by low voltage electrical combined with the native connectivity of MasterPact MTZ and
distribution networks, even in the harshest environments. It also Smart Panels, enables conditions­based maintenance, remote
offers excellent mechanical and electrical performance, going facility management, asset management and improved energy
beyond standards and withstanding the highest levels in voltage management services, providing significant cost savings in energy
fluctuations, electromagnetic disturbances, vibrations, shocks, and maintenance as well as advanced technical support.
corrosive and chemical ambience, and severe temperatures.
Customising MasterPact MTZ with digital modules can Key MasterPact MTZ benefits include:
also be achieved anytime, anywhere. Various advanced • A new industry first with embedded Class 1 metering, saving
function options are available with digital modules for project time and energy usage.
protection, measurement, diagnostics and maintenance. The • Improved mechanical and electrical performance, even in
MasterPact MTZ is scalable at any stage of the lifecycle from harsh environments.
design and configuration to commissioning (for last minute • Ability to monitor and control circuit breaker safely with a
changes) and operation upgrades, without power interruption smart phone as main Human Machine Interface (HMI), even in
or protection shutdowns. power outage.
Achieving safe and efficient day­to­day facility management • Stay notified of any event and prevent overloads through real­
is easier through connectivity to smart phones and operations time remote monitoring capabilities.
and analytic software. The interactive smart HMI reduces safety • Ability to customise circuit breaker with digital modules for
risk for local maintenance as no direct contact is required for ultra­flexibility and operational efficiency without downtime.
quick analysis and action through a secure Bluetooth connection. • Integrate MasterPact in Smart Panels seamlessly thanks to the
Quick view, self­diagnosis of protection setting and embedded Ethernet connection.
modification, energy consumption, power quality, phase balance, • Same footprint allowing easier upgrades and replacements
and health status are all available real time. In addition, for remote without any need for re­certification. n
notifications, the Facility Hero digital maintenance and collaborative
logbook allows proactive maintenance and ensures secure For more information on MasterPact MTZ, please visit
continuity of operation, periodic inspection, warnings and alarms. http://masterpactmtz.schneider-electric.com

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