Renewable Energy Solutions
The rapid growth of renewable generation presents unique protection challenges. Inverter-based resources (IBR) behave differently under fault conditions than conventional synchronous generators, and grid codes increasingly demand specific protection and ride-through capabilities. VA-TEK provides test solutions purpose-built for the renewable energy sector.
Solar PV Plants
Utility-scale solar installations require comprehensive protection testing at the point of interconnection and throughout the collector system. Our VT-RP Series test sets verify:
- Interconnection relays (voltage, frequency, sync-check)
- Anti-islanding protection schemes
- Feeder protection coordination
- Inverter ride-through settings (LVRT, HVRT, FRT)
- Power quality and harmonic compliance
Wind Farms
Onshore and offshore wind installations present additional challenges including long cable charging currents, complex collector networks, and harsh environmental conditions. Our solutions cover:
- Distance and differential protection for wind farm collection systems
- Generator and transformer protection testing
- Offshore platform testing (compact, portable instruments)
- Frequency and voltage ride-through verification
Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
BESS installations introduce bidirectional power flows and fast response requirements. Testing must verify:
- Charge/discharge mode protection transitions
- DC-side and AC-side protection coordination
- Grid-forming and grid-following mode testing
- Islanding and microgrid protection schemes