The invisible brake on your sustainability

Many organisations are investing heavily in solar panels, heat pumps and fleet electrification. This is a logical step towards a CO2-neutral future. However, what is often overlooked is the impact of these power electronics on your internal electrical installations. Without proper conditioning, these systems introduce pollution - such as harmonics and reactive current - into your network.

The consequence is paradoxical: while you invest in renewable generation, the efficiency of your internal distribution decreases. Cables get hotter, transformers lose capacity and sensitive equipment fails sooner than the manufacturer promises. This is energy waste in its purest form. For the Plant Manager, it means technical headaches; for the CEO and Finance, it means lower Return on Investment (ROI) and unnecessary capital destruction. HyTEPS analyses and optimises your Power Quality so that your sustainable ambitions do not founder in technical constraints.

What we do

Our engineers look beyond symptoms. We tackle the cause of energy loss. This is how we contribute to your sustainability strategy:

Engineering

Increase energy efficiency

Any form of electrical contamination, such as harmonics, causes extra current to flow through your cables. This current does not provide work, but it does cause physical heating (Joule losses). In large industrial plants or data centres, this can amount to percent of total consumption. By filtering this pollution, we directly reduce your kWh consumption and thus your CO2 emissions. You only pay for energy that you actually put to good use.

Extending equipment life

Circularity is an essential part of CSR. When your equipment - from transformers to LED lighting and motors - is exposed to poor Power Quality, it ages faster. Capacitors dry out and insulation material degrades due to heat. By optimising voltage and current, you significantly extend the technical life of your assets. This prevents premature replacement, reduces e-waste and improves your CAPEX planning.

EMC

Optimising capacity (grid congestion)

Blinding current and harmonics take up valuable space on your transformer and main connection. This makes your installation appear 'full', while some capacity is wasted on useless power. In times of grid congestion, this is crucial. By optimising Power Quality, we 'create' space on your existing connection. This allows you to add charging stations or heat pumps without expensive reinforcement or waiting times at the grid operator.

Compliance and Reporting

With the advent of the CSRD (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive), companies have to report transparently on their sustainability performance. An optimised electrical installation contributes to better energy performance indicators. Moreover, compliance with Grid Codes and standards (such as EN 50160) ensures that you are not liable for pollution towards the public grid. We make sure you are and stay compliant.

The concrete benefits of Power Quality optimisation

Investing in Power Quality is investing in the continuity and profitability of your organisation. For financial managers and boards, our approach delivers the following strategic benefits:

  • Reduction of Operational Expenses (OPEX): Less energy loss and fewer breakdowns mean directly lower monthly costs.
  • Deferring Investment (CAPEX): By extending the lifetime of your current installation, you postpone expensive replacements for years.
  • Preventing Production Stoppages: Unplanned downtime costs money. A stable voltage guarantees a continuous production process.
  • Reducing CO2 footprint: A more efficient installation reduces your direct and indirect emissions, contributing to your climate goals.
  • Warranty protection: Many machine suppliers invalidate warranties if it turns out that the supply voltage did not meet standards. We prevent these discussions.
Installation maintenance

Why polluted power causes heating

It may sound abstract: 'pollution' on the grid. But the physical consequences are very tangible. An ideal electrical signal is a perfect sine wave. Modern equipment (such as frequency converters and LED drivers) distorts this wave. We call this harmonic pollution.

These harmonics have a higher frequency. A well-known physical phenomenon, the skin effect, causes higher-frequency current to move to the outer edge of the cable. This reduces the effective cross-sectional area of the cable and increases its resistance. The result? Heat.

This heat is energy that you purchase, but is lost before it reaches your machines. In addition, this heat accelerates the ageing of the insulation of your cabling and transformers. By filtering harmonics with our active filters, we eliminate this extra resistance. Your installation 'cools down', efficiency increases and risks decrease. You literally get more security in every kilowatt.

Projects

Real-time Power Quality insight secures production of 290,000 tonnes of zinc

By tackling unexplained outages with high-end monitoring, HyTEPS ensured continuity at Nyrstar. Real-time insight into Power Quality now prevents unnecessary downtime.

Structural cost reduction through elimination of reactive power penalties at VDL Parree

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.

Production outages eliminated by stable Power Quality at Mannesmann

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.

Rijkswaterstaat ensures tunnel safety with 40% spare capacity

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.

Maximum operational reliability for Amphia: 100% grip on Power Quality

Our engineers analysed Power Quality with continuous waveform recording to ensure maximum safety. Thanks to continuous monitoring, all risks are now under control and care continuity is guaranteed.

4MW solar panels integrated without grid pollution at KLM

HyTEPS integrated 4 MW of solar panels at KLM Schiphol without risk. By eliminating grid pollution with Active Harmonic Filters, we ensure maximum operational reliability and a stable installation in Hangar 14.

Extra production capacity through Cos Phi optimisation at Naber Plastics

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.

Continuity in passenger flows through EMC control

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.

Preventing unplanned downtime by eliminating harmonic pollution at Nyrstar

HyTEPS eliminated high-risk harmonic contamination at Nyrstar. Our specialist measurements provided an exact diagnosis and a guaranteed stable production environment.

5MW plant safely expanded without grid congestion risk

To prevent downtime at the new 5MW plant, HyTEPS preventively implemented two Active Harmonic Filters. This assures ARN Recycling of a stable energy network and maximum business continuity.

No room for error: how Zentrys guarantees 24/7 continuity

HyTEPS ensures the operational reliability of Zentrys through targeted arc scanning and selectivity testing. With digital simulations, we eliminate invisible risks for maximum continuity and a safe working environment.

Maximum grid capacity through targeted reactive power compensation at Xella

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.

From unexplained outages to maximum operational reliability: Power Quality at Vencomatic Group

Conservation at Vencomatic inadvertently led to harmonic contamination and failure of critical equipment. After a proactive Power Quality measurement, our engineers implemented Active Harmonic Filters, which successfully stabilised the plant and ensured operational reliability.

Grid analysis at PLB Group prevents unnecessary battery investment

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.

100% care continuity through optimal Power Quality at Rivierenland Hospital

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.

Optimisation of grid capacity and operational reliability at OVET B.V.

Grid congestion and complex Power Quality issues threatened to stall OVET B.V.'s expansion plans. HyTEPS implemented an advanced monitoring system that provides exact insight into consumption and peaks. This allows OVET to safely expand and make maximum use of existing capacity without the risk of outages.

100% operational reliability for taxiway lighting at Schiphol Airport

HyTEPS identified the risks to the taxiway lighting at Schiphol Airport through accurate measurements. With the subsequent solution, the continuity and safety of this critical installation is fully guaranteed.

National security of supply secured with large-scale Power Quality monitoring

HyTEPS continuously analyses and validates Power Quality data from the entire Dutch power grid. Our customised software transforms this complex data stream into reliable control information for optimal security of supply.

Sustainable expansion without grid reinforcement at Clondalkin Flexible Packaging

HyTEPS ensures continuity at Clondalkin with a system that combines energy insight with automatic HACCP recording. This eliminates risky manual checks and maximises operational reliability.

Optimal operational reliability through data-driven energy monitoring

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.

1.75 MW of power released and direct cost reduction at SNB

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.

100% Proactive Reliability for the Eastern Scheldt storm surge barrier

For absolute operational reliability of the Eastern Scheldt storm surge barrier, our engineers carried out a proactive Power Quality analysis on behalf of Heijmans. Through strategic measurements, we mapped the electrical installation, preventing potential problems and ensuring that this crucial Delta work is always ready.

500 amp extra capacity and complete elimination of blind current penalties at Mauser

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 .

550 Amp released power: from capacity problem to growth space

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.

Safe innovation: Arc calculation for the world's fastest charging battery

Our engineers performed specialist arc simulations to ensure the safety of InMotion's unique battery pack. Thanks to this concrete analysis, the team is now working on ultra-fast charging technology with the right protective equipment and complete certainty.

Halving harmonic contamination increases operational reliability at Thialf

Thialf was struggling with unexplained failure of critical variable speed drives. HyTEPS implemented Active Harmonic Filters, which successfully reduced the harmonic pollution (THDu) present to below 4%. Supplemented by permanent monitoring, this now ensures an extremely stable and reliable installation.

Direct cost savings and extra capacity for Van Munster Recyclers

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.

Communication stability ensured by elimination of EMI at Schiphol Airport

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.

Full operational reliability through elimination of grid contamination at Sappi Maastricht

Sappi Maastricht eliminated costly production downtime by targeting harmful harmonics with a Power Quality diagnosis and active filtering. This investment fully restored operational reliability and paid for itself within a year due to the guaranteed continuity.

Maximum operational reliability for offshore giant: ground loops eliminated

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.

75% Faster shutdown times for safe battery storage at iwell

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.

Fault-free LED transition for De Kuip stadium

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.

Frequently asked questions about Power Quality and sustainability

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Poor Power Quality, such as harmonic contamination, causes additional heat generation in cables and transformers. This is pure energy loss. Eliminating this reduces your kWh consumption and therefore your direct carbon footprint.

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An inefficient installation consumes more energy and causes additional CO2 emissions due to losses. Through optimisation, you contribute directly to your sustainability goals.

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ROI consists of three parts: direct energy savings (lower bill in the case of blind power penalties), avoided costs due to outages (production stops) and deferred replacement investment (CAPEX). The payback period often varies between 1 and 5 years.

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Electronic components and insulation materials wear faster due to heat and voltage spikes. By stabilising the voltage and keeping it 'clean', you avoid these stressors, making equipment last years longer.

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Absolute. In addition to preventing downtime, you reduce energy losses (I²R losses) in your cables and transformers. This contributes directly to the water board's CO2 reduction targets.

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It always starts with insight. A thorough Power Quality measurement reveals savings opportunities. Based on this, we make a business case and a technical plan of action.

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Sure. We engineer solutions to cope with grid congestion, such as battery storage integration (BESS), local generation and smart energy management systems.

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Absolutely. We are not an inspection agency that just diagnoses a problem. We recommend concrete solutions, such as harmonic filters or capacitor banks, and can also supply and commission them for you.

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Traditional capacitor banks only compensate the fundamental frequency (50Hz). In modern networks with lots of electronics (harmonics), these banks can even resonate and explode. HyTEPS offers solutions that work safely even in dirty grids.

Take the step towards a sustainable and reliable installation today

Don't wait for energy loss or outages to depress your bottom line. Take responsibility for your electrical infrastructure. Our engineers are ready to analyse your installation and identify your savings potential.