13.30 – 13.55
The reliability of industrial installations ultimately depends on the quality of the electrical power supply. We approach power reliability from fundamental engineering principles and consider the energy chain as one technically integrated system: from the energy source and distribution to industrial automation and end devices with power electronics. We demonstrate how different energy sources and system impedances influence power quality, short-circuit currents, and EMC behavior, and where challenges arise within the chain. External influences such as overvoltages and lightning are also addressed, including appropriate technical solutions. The focus is on cause-and-effect relationships and design choices that contribute to robust and reliable installations.
Speaker: Thijs van den Akker, Program Manager Technical Education, Phoenix Contact Academy.