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Bender offers safety with new INTERFACE PROTECTION SYSTEM
Renewables decoupling protection from UK specialist in electrical safety, Bender UK offers easy set-up and advanced safety for demanding industrial applications such as grid connection
displayed and customised using the illuminated liquid crystal multi-line graphic display on the device itself.
Features include a test function for the determination of the shutdown time, memory of the last 300 events and faults with real- time clock-calendar time stamp, continuous monitoring of phase voltage and line conductor voltage, and separate switching conditions after a threshold infringement. The device incorporates an RS-485 interface for data exchange and software update via BMS bus, and settings can be password protected. Bender UK Managing Director Steve Mason
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new decoupling protection system from Bender UK makes it easier than ever before to protect the critical link between renewable power electricity generating equipment and the National Grid. The VMD460 Interface Protection System is
compliant with the latest UK and European standards for the G59 Mains Protection Relay for photovoltaic systems, CHP (combined heat & power), wind turbines and hydroelectric power to provide a comprehensive solution to the requirements for renewable energy installations. Bender UK’s VMD460 simplifies
commissioning with a wide range of flexible settings and related parameters saved in pre- set basic programs, all accessed through the on board screen display and push button controls. It can therefore easily accommodate the
limits dictated by the DNO (District Network Authority) or plant-specific requirements
which typically include voltage, frequency, ROCOF (rate of change), and phase angle etc. VMD460 delivers external network and system protection by continuously monitoring phase sequence, voltage and frequency. If there is an infringement beyond the pre- set limits the relay isolates the connection between the public grid and the power generation system - instantly disconnecting the generator from the grid for total protection and peace of mind. A key advantage of the system is the fact that it does not require connection to a PC or other device to set up and commission, or change operating threshhold parameters. All of the required information can be
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A.key advantage of the
system is the fact that it does not require connection to a PC or other device to set up and commission, or change operating threshhold
parameters...”
explains: “VMD460 delivers total safety and programming capability in a single compact unit, and represents a step change in terms of functionality and ease of use. VMD460 builds on Bender’s strong track record for supplying mains protection relay systems, and is competitively priced against the previous generation products offering customers a huge leap in functionality without substantially increasing costs.” For more information on VMD460 and other electrical safety equipment designed for the renewable and power generation sectors visit:
www.bender-
uk.com.
The company addresses its customers actively by identifying their needs and developing
innovative solutions for safe handling of electrical power; thus the company ensures the protection of people and the safe operation of
machines, plants and systems. Bender UK is a globally operating technology
leader because customers around the globe rely on its products and solutions. Not least, the company’s active participation in the development of standards enables it to set new standards again and again.
Bender UK
www.bender-uk.com 01229 480123
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