Generator and Industrial Engine Control Retrofit Options
easYgen 600/800
Deepsea Controls
Deepsea Controls
The easYgen-600/800 and easYgen-1600/1800 are designed for single generator sets used in standby or prime power applications. These controllers include purpose built algorithms and logic for a wide-range of generator control and protection functions. Available in either a compact or advanced feature package, the new easYgen is a smart control choice for serial standby genset production.
Deepsea Controls
Deepsea Controls
Deepsea Controls
The DSE6110 MKIII is an Auto Start Control Module suitable for a wide variety of single, diesel or gas, genset applications.
Monitoring an extensive number of engine parameters, the module will display warnings, shutdown and engine status information on the back-lit LCD screen, illuminated LEDs and remote PC. .
Caterpillar EMCP4
Caterpillar EMCP4
Caterpillar EMCP4
Cat EMCP 4 Upgrade Kits are ideal when updating EMCP 2 and prior Cat panels as well as competitive panels. Upgrade Kits are also a good solution when upgrading from an EMCP 3 panel to EMCP 4.3 or 4.4. A variety of upgrade kits are available for EMCP 4.2, EMCP 4.2B, EMCP 4.3, and EMCP 4.4. Kits are available ready to mount within an existing enclosure or as full enclosures with components already installed.
easYgen 3000XT
Caterpillar EMCP4
Caterpillar EMCP4
Woodward easYgen-3000XT Series controllers is a drop-in replacement for previous generation easYgen-3000 Series controls. Standardized software is simple to configure and easily customize with fast, secure interfacing to other controls and communications systems. Includes specifically designed algorithms and logic to start, stop, control, and protect the genset, circuit breaker and the utility. Allows standardizing on a single, affordable genset controller for distributed power generation. Applications from single stand-alone emergency backup power to parallel load sharing of multiple gen-sets in complex, segmented distribution systems with multiple utility feeds and tie breakers
Remote Monitoring
Stay in control, even when away
Why Remote Monitoring?
Monitoring a generator is not a new phenomenon, but the technology for doing so keeps getting better. Today’s remote generator monitoring systems bring all sorts of features to your fingertips including:
- Text and email notifications of system status
- Low fuel and real-time fuel levels
- Battery voltage and trends --- (see problems before a failure occurs)
- Utility power off/power restored
- Tampering/unauthorized activity
- Ability to remotely operate the generator
- Diagnosis and ability to clear alarms
Some states now mandate keeping records of when your generator runs, and for how long. A remote monitoring system is an automatic and easy means to create these reports. Your provider can also remotely control the exercise schedule to run the generator only on designated clean air days in jurisdictions where such rules apply.
Alerts can be sent to you directly, and/or to your generator service provider. When your service provider is alerted to generator fault conditions, it allows for quicker response and minimizes potential downtime. Generator monitoring also provides alerts when scheduled maintenance is needed allowing you and your service provider to proactively schedule generator maintenance.
How Remote Monitoring Works
There are three main means of communication with your generator system:
Ethernet / RS485 Hard-wired into LAN
- Pros
- No subscriber fees
- Reliable
- Generally part of a commercial installation tied to a Building Management System (BMS)
- Cons
- Difficult to set up initial communications between devices
- Requires site hardware to be backed up by UPS and a generator
- Assumes that internet access is available during a power outage
Wireless / Bluetooth
- Pros
- No fees (for basic reporting)
- Generally limited to residential applications
- Cons
- Limited range (Bluetooth less than 50’)
- Subject to interference in rain and snow
- Not available during loss of power and/or internet
*Cellular
- Pros
- Uses proven 4G Wireless Technology
- Works independently of local internet, hubs or servers
- Some systems allow the use of prepaid data/sim cards
- Commercial systems with built in modems
- Cons
- Cost for one time purchase of hardware
- Subscription fees
*The greatest level of flexibility and reliability is achieved with a cellular connected device. This applies to both residential and commercial applications.
Today, it’s easier than ever to monitor the real time status of your generator from anywhere. It’s one small monthly subscription that you won’t regret getting!