Statcom

At Jacob and Jacob, we take pride in supplying cutting-edge STATCOM solutions from AMSC, a company committed to tackling the complex challenges of today’s transmission and distribution (T&D) networks. With the world depending on reliable energy, AMSC leads the way in developing technologies that enable utilities to service the homes and businesses relying on them.

AMSC’s Utility Voltage Solutions

AMSC’s Utility Voltage Solutions are a suite of compact, efficient, and scalable FACTS (Flexible AC Transmission Systems) devices specifically designed to address the unique challenges facing today’s T&D networks. These utility-scale power electronics enhance power flow, reduce transmission losses, and minimize environmental impacts in a cost-effective manner.

D-VAR® Systems

The D-VAR® System is a STATCOM that provides a robust and cost-effective source of dynamic VARs (Volt-Ampere Reactive) for a wide range of operational needs. It can correct voltage instability issues on transmission networks, offer dynamic steady-state voltage and power factor control on T&D networks, protect industrial facilities requiring premium power quality, and support stable points of interconnection for distributed generation facilities and large-scale wind farms.

D-VAR VVO®

AMSC’s D-VAR VVO® is a distribution class shunt compensation system designed to offer fast and precise volt/VAR compensation, essential for applications driven by increased DER (Distributed Energy Resource) penetration. Building on over 20 years of experience in manufacturing and deploying D-VAR® dynamic reactive power solutions, D-VAR VVO features continuous control of reactive current. This power electronic compensator addresses dynamic response limitations and mechanical wear issues associated with conventional switched capacitor banks and tap-changing regulators.

Enhanced Grid Capacity

• Increased Transmission Capacity: Improves the flow of power across networks.
• Mitigates Costly Transmission Buildouts: Offers a compact and inexpensive installation solution.
• Low Environmental Impact: Designed to operate with minimal ecological footprint.
• Reduced Operating Costs: Achieves greater grid flexibility, lower operating expenses, and better returns on investment.

Applications

• Enhancing feeder voltage regulation performance.
• Low-cost upgrades for increasing DG hosting capacity and EV fast charging capacity.
• Quickly resolving flicker and power quality issues.
• Interconnecting solar/DG plants in existing feeders.
• Eliminating conservation voltage reduction (CVR) performance bottlenecks.

Performance Features

• Sub-cycle response and continuous control of current for precise management.
• Extremely low power losses, ensuring efficient operation.
• Meets stringent integrity standards for overhead distribution equipment, guaranteeing reliability.

AMSC’s solutions, supplied by Jacob and Jacob, stand at the forefront of ensuring utilities can deliver more power, more efficiently, and more reliably to customers. Our highly efficient, effective, and compact grid solutions are designed to increase power flow through enhanced stability, availability, quality, and reliability. Let us help you achieve greater grid flexibility, lower operating costs, and better returns on your investment