HGP Controller Customers can opt for a Monitoring Solution which can be used in conjunction with the Controller to Monitor Generation and Status Data. The data can simply be stored locally on a PC at the Turbine House or can be sent on to an SCS Website to allow the data to be viewed over the Internet. Alerts may be set up to let Users know when potential problems occur. Optional Remote Control functionality allows near real-time control of many of the HGP functions simply by using a Browser via a PC or Mobile Device.
Overview of system (click on the images for a larger view)
The Monitoring Website allows a user to display generation and performance data from the HGP Installation. Historical data from the past 30 days is kept on the website and may be displayed in a tabular form or graphically. The data to be displayed is User selectable and allows the monitoring of Power, Head, Generation, Voltages and Actuator statuses. The site requires a User to log on to ensure that the data is not visible to the general public. Further Users and logons can be created by the owner of the Generation Site or delegated to trusted users.
Optional Remote Control functionality allows a 'virtual' display of the HGP Control Panel and remote access to the Control Panel buttons. Other consolidated functions are available via push buttons and access to individual functions may be controlled on a User by User basis. Remote control allows the user the ability to download detailed information about the Controller. Downloadable information includes the configuration of the Controller. Given this information, it is then possible to remotely change the configuration which can save on costly site visits when fine-tuning the system.
Whilst purchase of Monitoring is Alerting is optional, SCS highly recommend its use as an aid to diagnosing and fixing issues without the need to go to site.
The list below shows the advantages of having a monitoring solution over an HGP only system: