PLB Group was about to invest heavily in a battery storage system to cope with grid congestion and power constraints. Our engineers carried out a detailed Power Quality measurement and immediately discovered sufficient spare capacity in the existing installation. As a result, we achieved full operational reliability without unnecessary capital injections.
Industrial end-users are increasingly experiencing problems caused by grid congestion when drawing or feeding power back into the grid. The consequences of these capacity issues range from power restrictions and voltage problems to long waiting times and heavy contractual penalties. PLB Group, a major company in the manufacturing sector, received the same independent advice from two external consultants. To smooth out peaks and prevent overrun, the purchase of a large-scale battery storage system would be unavoidable.
Before agreeing to this huge investment, the organisation sought assurance. There was a need for detailed insight into actual plant loads and the exact locations of any bottlenecks. In addition, the question was whether specific loads could be safely moved to another hall without exceeding limits. The aim was to establish conclusively whether a battery pack really was the only effective solution.
To arrive at a clear diagnosis, our engineers combined a contractual review with a thorough thermal and safety analysis. We assessed the contracted transmission capacity based on fifteen-minute averages in accordance with the GTV standard, as per EN 50160. This analysis immediately demonstrated whether there was in fact an overcapacity issue at the grid connection point.
At the same time, we used one-second measurement data to analyse short-term spikes that can cause unwanted tripping of fuses and protection devices. This proactive two-track approach pinpointed the nature and origin of the spikes. It provided a complete and factual picture of both the system perspective and the behaviour of internal components.
The measurement results provided immediate reassurance: all measured current values remained well within the contractual limits. There was no evidence of systematic overloading, and the installation was even found to have ample reserve capacity. Our engineers identified the actual internal bottlenecks and recommended the installation of a capacitor bank. This optimal reactive power compensation successfully reduces the apparent power (kVA) towards the active power (kW).
This data-driven implementation directly reduces grid and capacity costs and prevents cos φ penalties. Moreover, the measurement profiles showed that PLB Group could responsibly move specific activities to the targeted hall without creating new bottlenecks. Implementing these internal optimisations completely eliminated the need for a battery storage system and avoided an unnecessary investment of hundreds of thousands of euros.
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HyTEPS
Beemdstraat 3
5653 MA Eindhoven
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Harmonic contamination threatened the continuity of Schiphol's security lanes. HyTEPS analysed the risks and installed seven active filters to restore grid quality. The result is a stable installation and guaranteed operational security for millions of passengers.
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HyTEPS solved the failure of air compressors at Mannesmann by immediately eliminating harmful harmonic contamination. With active filtering and continuous monitoring, precision tube production is now fully stabilised.
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HyTEPS increased installation capacity at Naber Plastics by targeting reactive power. With a 400kVAr capacitor bank, our engineers immediately created space for additional machinery. This results in optimum power utilisation and maximum operational reliability.
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HyTEPS eliminates harmonic pollution in the Ruhr Tunnel by implementing four active filters. Thanks to 40% spare capacity, technical safety for Rijkswaterstaat is guaranteed under all circumstances.
HyTEPS restored installation capacity at Xella by targeting reactive power with capacitor banks. The solution offers Xella an immediate cost reduction and sustainable security in every kilowatt.
In an environment where tens of thousands of spectators count on continuity, downtime is not an option. HyTEPS secures Power Quality at Stadion Feijenoord, so that the transition to LED lighting leads directly to guaranteed performance without invisible risks.
Nijsen was struggling with high costs and lack of capacity due to reactive power. Our active capacitor banks eliminated the penalties and immediately created 550 amps of extra space on the transformers.
HyTEPS eliminated high-risk harmonic contamination at Nyrstar. Our specialist measurements provided an exact diagnosis and a guaranteed stable production environment.
HyTEPS eliminated electromagnetic interference in the Schiphol T2000 network after an integral EMC study. This approach restored system integrity and guaranteed uninterrupted communication for emergency services.
HyTEPS eliminated years of cable insulation damage on the Bumblebee due to a hidden ground loop in the complex offshore installation through a focused Power Quality. This proactive approach restores operational continuity and provides Allseas with the maximum reliability their operation requires.
Through targeted measurements and active filtering, HyTEPS eliminated grid contamination and blind current penalties at Mauser Packaging Solutions . This immediately provided 500 amps of extra capacity, allowing production to scale up safely without investing in a heavier grid connection .
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Van Munster Recyclers eliminated the reactive power penalty and immediately created additional capacity with a HyTEPS capacitor bank. Thanks to the immediate cost savings, this solution paid for itself within one year.
Hospital Rivierenland ensures safe care by working with HyTEPS to eliminate harmonic contamination in the installation. The deployment of Active Harmonic Filters now guarantees optimum Power Quality and maximum operational reliability.
For iwell's battery system, HyTEPS conducted an Arc Flash Compliance study to ensure electrical safety. The new settings reduced shutdown times by 75%, reducing dangerous arc flash energy to safe levels.
Despite own generation, SNB was struggling with high costs due to reactive power. HyTEPS optimised the installation with capacitor banks. The result: 1.75MW less grid load and a payback time within one year.
HyTEPS implemented an advanced monitoring system that gives CurTec real-time grip on energy consumption and Power Quality. This data-driven solution prevents blind power penalties and ensures a stable, climate-neutral future.
By deploying a 300 kVA capacitor bank, HyTEPS stopped monthly reactive power penalties at VDL Parree. This intervention increased efficiency and created additional capacity immediately, so the investment paid for itself within a year.
An independent Power Quality measurement at PLB Group exposed unused spare capacity. Through targeted optimisations, we avoided the purchase of an expensive battery storage system. This provides the customer with enormous cost savings, while maintaining security in every kilowatt.
