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infrastructure while adopting smart grid components and advanced These tools can then automatically, in real-time calculate the
software. Upgrading to intelligent, connected technology reduces shortest and least resistant path to the flow of electrons.
losses while optimally utilizing the existing energy resources and Furthermore, field-proven components also work together.
giving distribution operators more control over their network. For instance, a smart transformer, including a serial transformer
working together with the conventional active part, a set of low-
Examples include: current LV contactors, and a PLC to control operations can provide
The advanced distribution management systems, which can serve stability and reliability by simplifying maintenance, keeping voltage
as the core of any strategy for minimizing losses and actively output within a specified range, and allowing easy adjustments as
managing distribution networks. ADMS is a comprehensive toolset/ needed.
platform for distribution management and network optimization. Finally, addressing losses from the demand side, through
Its functionalities give network operators the ability to reduce technology like smart metering, presents significant loss reduction
losses by providing a comprehensive view of the distribution opportunities. For example, a report estimated that energy
network for more accurate loss detection, voltage optimization, consumption could be reduced by 2,8% if homes used smart
and real-time situational awareness for monitoring, controlling, meters, combined with home display units. This could then
and coordinating interconnected assets. In addition, merging reduce distribution network losses by 5,5% due to the decrease in
multiple functionalities into a complete network management consumption. In addition, the use of these demand response tools
solution, distribution operators can reduce losses by identifying could potentially reduce losses by around 3% by moving some of
and solving voltage fluctuations caused by DER. the load from peak to off-peak period.
Another example is efficient components like high efficiency,
low-loss transformers. These can significantly improve both load Get started on improving grid efficiency
loss and non-load loss performance. They can actively manage For a more in-depth look at how distribution networks can start
losses and power dissipation by dynamically reconfiguring the to improve efficiency and reduce losses, read our use case “Grid
grid using software built to estimate loss, like ADMS and analytics. efficiency – reduction of technical losses.”

Differential transmitter performs

under pressure

obold differential pressure Kobold PAD & PAS key features:
transmitter models PAD and PAS Performance
Kare microprocessor-based, high- • High reference accuracy: ±0,075 % of
performance transmitters which have calibrated span (optional: ±0,04 % of
flexible pressure calibration and output, calibrated span)
with automatic compensation of ambient • Long-term stability (0,125 % URL for 3
temperature and process variable years)
configurations of multiple parameters and • High rangeability (100:1) for range 4-0
HART protocol communication.
Applications are varied and include Flexibility
media like steam, gases, liquids and other • Data configuration with HART
critical media. Pressure, flow and level configurator
measurement are done by the application. • Zero-point adjustment
The input of all data for sensors is added,
modified and stored in EEPROM. Reliability high-performance processors for flexible
As an option, the Kobold PAD-F is also • Continuous self-diagnostic function application in absolute and differential
available as a flow meter with a totalising • Automatic ambient temperature pressure measurements. In addition,
function in the PAD transmitter, enabling it compensation these models achieve excellent long-term
to check the flow rate and totalising flow. • EEPROM write protection stability with capacitive or piezo-resistive
Flow rate is measured by using differential • Fail-mode process function sensors.
pressure without compensation of • CE EMC conformity standards (EN
temperature and static pressure. The 50081-2, EN 50082-2) Contact Instrotech,
body of PAD-F is the same as the standard Phone 010 595-1831,
device, except for the terminal block which Kobold’s PAD & PAS transmitters have sales@instrotech.co.za,
has two more pulse output terminals. excellent reference accuracy thanks to the www.instrotech.co.za

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