COPA-DATA releases IEC 61850 whitepaper
International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) standard 61850 — communication networks and systems for power utility automation was introduced.
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International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) standard 61850 — communication networks and systems for power utility automation was introduced.
The standard is to provide a protocol for power plants and substations to allow communication and monitoring between devices and facilities.
Automation software supplier COPA-DATA is releasing a new whitepaper to provide a comprehensive overview of the standard and what it means for the digitalisation of power suppliers.
Digitalization has rapidly become commonplace in recent years, with more sectors turning to intelligent solutions to manage operations. Power systems and substations have always required reliable and effective communication systems to monitor supply and distribution, highlighting the need for a standardized protocol that could be used across all substations. This need was addressed by International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) standard 61850 — communication networks and systems for power utility automation.
IEC 61850 is a series of standards outlining communication protocols for intelligent electronic devices and equipment in substations and power plants. The standard was created to support automation systems and function along with their engineering, offering a unified method of communication.
The COPA-DATA whitepaper, entitled Successful digitalization in energy projects with IEC 61850: An executive overview, aims to clarify the importance of IEC 61850 and highlight its benefits — it not only provides a communication protocol, but a wealth of other important advantages to users.
“The whitepaper explains the standard and its implications for power suppliers — it not only improves substation communication, but can be used to create smart grids that meet changing demands in power supply,” explained Jürgen Resch, Industry Manager for Energy and Infrastructure at COPA-DATA.
Source: COPA-DATA
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