Low-Voltage Competence - Industrial Automation · Low-Voltage Competence ... system SIVACON switchboard and motor control center ... mastering the complex requirements in the field

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Whether in industrial plants or functional buildings: Every technical system depends

on its reliable supply with electric power. Even short failures may entail severe conse-

quences. This is why systems are called for which help you to be on the safe side and

master all requirements and application cases.

Low-voltage components by Siemens facilitate the competent control over your sys-

tems – whatever your specific power distribution requirements may be. We have been

committed to advancing the progress in this field for more than 150 years. The experts

working at our competence centers are dedicated to a clear goal: The development of

products, systems and solutions which offer full reliability at all times.

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Systematically controlled power distribution

Siemens offers a unique and integrated portfolio for the entire field of low-voltage power distribution – from a single source. Our portfolio is the most comprehensive on the market and includes switchboards, busbar trunk-ing systems, switching, protection and measuring devices as well as intelligent solutions for power management. Thanks to our components’ consistency, modularity and intelligence, you can benefit from numerous advantages – over your systems’ entire service life.

Our high-class products and systems form part of Totally Integrated Power, our technological platform for integrat-ed, efficient and safe power distribution in functional and industrial buildings. Our portfolio is rounded off by our comprehensive and reliable service and support offer.With our systematic support, you no longer need to worry about your power distribution.

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Power management system SIVACON switchboard and motor control center

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Safety for persons and machines

Short circuits, fire, arcs – how to avoid risks

In buildings and industrial plants, safe and efficient power distribution

is absolutely indispensable even under extreme conditions. This

necessitates the smooth functioning and perfect interaction of the

employed components. Optimum example: Our low-voltage products

and systems which support state-of-the-art safety and efficiency.

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Thoroughly tested

To respond to the continuously increasing safety require-ments, we offer type-tested components for low-voltage power distribution – in accordance with IEC/EN 60439-1 and -2. Your advantage: Maximum safety and reliability.

Fit for all eventualities

An essential characteristic of our switching and protection devices: High short-circuit strength for eased troubleshoot-ing and reduced fire loads. Our SIVACON 8PS busbar trunk-ing systems present a perfect example.

Our products and systems are always the best choice also with regard to personnel safety. Already the standard version of the SIVACON switchboard offers the proof of maximum personnel safety thanks to tests under arcing conditions.

Earthquake-proof and seaworthy

You are always on the safe side with Siemens components, even in regions prone to earthquakes or under harsh open sea conditions. With our SIVACON switchboards, you can even remain calm in extreme situations: The boards are earthquake-proof and seaworthy and are able to master waves and motor vibrations on board of ships or on oil platforms – which is confirmed by the Type Approval Certificate issued by DET Norske Veritas.

With type-tested products and systems

Automated production processes require maximum

system availability. With their flexibility and short conversion

times, the SIVACON motor control centers as well as

the communication-capable switching devices contribute a

decisive share to this goal.

Appealing design and high functionality are the main

requirements for infrastructure applications. SIVACON

switchboards and busbar trunking systems combine safe technology

and high-quality industrial design.

Certified by DET Norske Veritas: SIVACON is suitable for the safe

power distribution on ships and in offshore applications.

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Integrated communication creates the prerequisite for assuring

maximum transparency: Data can be centrally displayed and

evaluated, possible faults localized and rectified faster – efficiently

and comfortably. By knowing when, where and how much power is

consumed, you are not only enabled to optimize your power flows.

This degree of transparency furthermore facilitates a considerably

increased availability of your systems – a chain of advantages which

you can fully utilize with our portfolio.

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Integrated communication

Our low-voltage components facilitate maximum transparency in your system. Our communication-capable SENTRON circuit breakers and multifunction measur-ing devices can be directly connected to PROFIBUS DP. A further option supporting Totally Integrated Automation: Integrated communication via Ethernet/Internet – for example for fast and efficient remote diag-nostics and parameterization.

Also the SIVACON S8 switchboard can be completely integrated in the communica-tion architecture of Totally Integrated Auto mation for automation in all sectors. It provides the control level with diagnos-tics and operating data.The advantage of this consistency is obvi-ous: You are informed on the state of your system at all times and are immediately alarmed in case of faults – no matter where you are. Even maintenance works can be comfortably initiated from afar.

Intelligent power management

Power costs money – today more than ever. This is why you have to continuous-ly improve your systems’ efficiency. Our innovative and future-proof power man-agement system supports you with free-ing yourself from the power cost spiral. Thanks to continuous data acquisition and evaluation, our power management add-ons for the SIMATIC PCS 7 process control system and the SCADA system SIMATIC WinCC make the power flows in your sys-tem highly transparent, allocate costs ac-cording to consumers and monitor power limits – from the infeed to the consumer. Our multifunction measuring devices fa-cilitate the targeted identification of sav-ing potentials, the effective utilization of power resources and the early detectionof critical operating states.

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Easily solved

We offer a series of tools for mastering the complex requirements in the field of low-voltage applications even more easily

and efficiently: From your system’s efficient and far-sighted planning to its easy and fast installation and efficient and highly

available utilization, down to its flexible adjustment to changing requirements.

Improved comfort through integrated tools

Maximum planning reliability

The dimensioning of electrical power distributions for functional and industrial buildings has never been an easy task and was never more complex than today. Our intelligent planning tools such as SIMARIS design smoothly solve this task. This di-mensioning software reduces the expendi-tures for your system’s overall planning – and supports you with the selection of required components.

Global competence network

Our certified SIVACON technology part-ners are available worldwide to support you on site with their expert know-how of distribution boards. Due to our close cooperation, we developed SIMARIS SIVACON especially for these experts to support the sale and production of SIVACON switchboards. It allows for the realization of type-tested and reproducible combinations from up to 40,000 modules. The advantages: Maximum quality, effi-ciency and safety – from configuration to construction, down to production.

Easy mounting and maintenance

Thanks to their compact and modular de-sign, low-voltage components by Siemens can be mounted comfortably, flexibly and rapidly – for all applications and per-formance ranges. Also maintenance and retrofitting are considerably eased by our clearly structured product ranges with low variance and uniform accessories.

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How it all fits together

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Power management system

With our power management add-ons, the power flows can be monitored from the infeed to the indi-vidual consumers. The target is aimed at ensuring a cost-favorable operation of systems in terms of energy – both in industrial plants and functional buildings. Various power distribution products can be integrated in our power management system with the add-ons SIMATIC PCS 7 powerrate and SIMATIC WinCC powerrate. Such devices include the SENTRON PAC3200 power monitoring device and other communication-capable switching, protection and measuring devices such as SENTRON circuit breakers and the SIMOCODE pro motor manage-ment system.

Your advantages at a glance:p Implementation of energy-efficient measures

through identification of power-intensive con-sumers

p Improved power cost awareness through cost-by-cause cost center allocation

p Reduced demand rate of the power procurement contract through limitation of load peaks

p Assured quality of electric power through con-tinuous monitoring and analysis

p Optimized maintenance expenditures through analysis of the application of power distribution components

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The compact and powerful SENTRON PAC3200 power monitoring device detects power values for electrical feeders or individual consumers and displays numerous electrical parameters such as current, voltage and power.

Your advantages at a glance:p Flexible applicability thanks to large function

and performance scope, UL/CSA approval, high degree of protection (IP65) and multiple languages

p Minimum space requirementsp Easy operation and sound readabilityp Rapid mounting

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SIVACON S8 switchboards

Maximum safety and modern design are now combined to an efficient solution – with SIVACON® S8. The new generation of switchboards stands for maximum person-nel and system protection and features an appealing design.

Your advantages at a glance:p Safe operation

– Type-tested standard modules (TTA)– Arc-resistant locking system

p Flexible applicability– Accurate integration in modern room concepts

– Busbar positions on the top or rear up to 7000 A – Individually adjustable internal separation – Cable/busbar connection from the top, bottom

or rearp Efficient technology

– Space-saving erection surfaces – Combination of various connection systems

in one section – Up to 48 withdrawable units per section – Subsequently adjustable door hinge through

universal hinge – Ventilation system with high efficiency degree

and maintenance advantages

SIVACON 8PS busbar trunking systems

With SIVACON busbar trunking systems, all load requirements can be reliably and safely mastered – from the transformer to the main distribution board, down to small consumers. A total of six type-tested systems with planning software is avail-able. As a unique option on the market, the LD and LX systems offer a type-tested connection to SIVACON switchboards.

Your advantages at a glance:p Safety:

– High short-circuit strength and low fire load – Improved planning reliability – Type-tested connections to SIVACON switch-

boardsp Efficiency:

– Minimum space requirements – Clearly structured mains layout – Rapid mounting – Easy retrofitting in case of spontaneous

changes regarding installation sites or consumer ratings

p Consistency:– Complete range from 25 A to 6300 A for

workshops, office buildings and production halls – Communication-capable components

SENTRON switching, protection and measuring devices

SENTRON circuit breakers are both suitable for the protection of individual machines or entire plants, for the disconnec-tion of systems and communication with the service staff. The comprehensive product portfolio ranges from the uni-versally applicable 3VL molded-case circuit breakers down to the particularly flexible SENTRON 3WL air circuit breakers.

Your advantages at a glance:p High flexibility in terms of planning, configuration and

mounting thanks to modular and compact design as well as comprehensive accessories

p Cost-saving remote diagnostics via Internet/Ethernetp High transparency through communication via

PROFIBUS DPp Powerful global logistics and rapid service

SENTRON switch disconnectors

Maximum quality, continuous advancement and reliable operation in millions of applications worldwide: Our range of SENTRON switch disconnectors offers solutions for all requirements – from reliable disconnection and switching under load down to protection against overloads and short circuits with and without fuses.

Your advantages at a glance:p Million-fold tried-and-tested technology, advanced in

accordance with practical requirementsp Safety for all applications, from line to personnel

protectionp Easy, practical and time-saving applicationp Smooth integration in overall concepts for low-voltage

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