Power quality problems and solutions range from very simple to extremely complex, as do the types of electric power variations that cause power quality problems. In addition the issues are compounded when a solution for a harmonics related problem may do very little to resolve a voltage sag problem. This course is the follow-on to last years highly successful course detailing on the “how and why” equipment is upset by power variations. This years course will include a short primer from last years course and in depth analysis of the powering requirements for different types of electronic equipment categories ranging from PC’s to variable speed drives, to elevator controls. Updated real world case studies will be included to support the presentation material and show examples where costly problems have been successfully resolved. The course will draw from a wealth of over 600 successful site audits conducted over the past 15 years into virtually every power quality area of interest. Attendees are encouraged to register early and email any cases they have that are unresolved to the instructors at least two weeks in advance of the course. Applicable cases will be selected for discussion and possible resolution during the class using a time proven systematic investigation methodology. Attendees will also work through some pre-developed materials to better emphasize the concepts presented.

This full day course covers:

Overview of power systems and power quality/reliability from different systems Case studies on quality variations and how those variations impact:

Ø Commercial buildings and equipment

Ø Variable Speed Drives

Ø Programmable Controllers

Ø Information Technology Equipment

Ø CNC machines

Ø Injection Molding Equipment

Ø Continuous and Batch Processes

Ø High intensity discharge lighting

Ø Power conditioning equipment

Ø Surge protective device application

Ø Classroom exercises and case studies

Speaker: Douglas Dorr EPRI PEAC

Speaker: Vladimir Basch BG&E