Engine Paralleling and Integration Control (EPIC)

Engine Paralleling and Integration Control (EPIC)

The Engine Paralleling and Integration Control (EPIC) product line provides standard paralleling controls in a remote cabinet separate from the engine generator set and separate from switchgear (breakers and bus).

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NameTypeValueUnit Value (Imperial)Unit NameUnit Value (Metric)Unit Name (Metric)
ConfigurationtextRemote modular paralleling control system (Master Control Panel for the first 2 generator sets and optional tie breaker, separate add-on control panels for up to 8 additional generator sets, utility paralleling control, and distribution control)
Modes of OperationtextEmergency Standby with redundant master control, Utility paralleling, peak shaving, and closed transition to/from Generator Power (with optional utility control panel)
ApplicationtextLV and MV (208V-27kV)

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EPIC- Engine Paralleling and Integration Control

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Cat® Extended Service Coverage (ESC)

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Tech-Link Switchgear Remote Access System Service Tool

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Paralleling Switchgear Application & Installation Guide

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Cat® Switchgear Advanced GUI / HMI Operator Interface

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Features & Benefits

Product Features
  • Easy Connectivity to Generator Mounted Electrically Operated Circuit Breaker or Freestanding Switchgear with Electrically Operated Breaker
  • High Speed Ethernet Supervisory Network
  • Redundant Master Technology
  • Bumpless Backup of Master Control Functions
  • Password Protection for Critical Settings
  • Automatic Start/Stop
  • Automatic Load and VAR Sharing
  • Automatic “Dead Bus” Coordination
  • Automatic Power Factor Control when in Parallel with Utility Power
  • Programmable Load Shed / Load Add Functions
  • Touch Screen (HMI) Display

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Technical Summary

NameTypeValueUnit Value (Imperial)Unit NameUnit Value (Metric)Unit Name (Metric)
ConfigurationtextRemote modular paralleling control system (Master Control Panel for the first 2 generator sets and optional tie breaker, separate add-on control panels for up to 8 additional generator sets, utility paralleling control, and distribution control)
Modes of OperationtextEmergency Standby with redundant master control, Utility paralleling, peak shaving, and closed transition to/from Generator Power (with optional utility control panel)
ApplicationtextLV and MV (208V-27kV)
ANSI Protective Devicestext15/25. 27/59, 81 O/U, 32, 40, 90 (Industrial Grade)
ANSI Protective Devicestext15/25. 27/59, 81 O/U, 32,47 (Industrial Grade)
CertificationstextUL / cUL 508A
Control Panel EnclosuretextNEMA 12
Operating Temperaturetext0°C to 55°C
Storage Temperaturetext-20°C to 60°C

Standard Equipment

Instant Auto Selector Switch

  • Allows user to return sysem to automatic in the event of a touchscreen failure

Optional Equipment

Generator Control Panel (for 3-10 gensets)

  • With breaker position indications and circuit breaker control switch

Utility Control Panel (for utility paralleling and control)

  • With utility close lockout switch, breaker position indications, and circuit breaker control switch

Supplemental Hardware 25 Device

  • Provides additional discrete synchronization protection

Data Table Interface

  • Accommodates interface with a building management system

Generator Demand Priority Control

  • An automatic priority sequencing function to modulate the number of gensets online to control load percentages per machine, assist with fuel efficiency, and maintain adequate reserve capacity

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