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Paralleling Generator Sets

Your operation. Your decision.
Cat dealer expertise.
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Your power requirements are constantly changing.

The growing need for clean, reliable power for critical loads can quickly
outpace a facility’s system. Caterpillar is your one-source supplier for
integrated engine-generator paralleling controls solutions.
You have to design flexibility into your electric systems to accommodate
future growth. Trust your Cat® dealer for the support you’ll need to handle
any power challenge – from the simplest backup to the most complex
integrated systems.

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 Powerful Options
Your Cat dealer can help you decide if you need a
single generator set to integrate with an existing
system, several sets with controls and switchgear,
or something in between. We’ll help you choose the
paralleling controls solution to fit your operation and
get you up and running quickly.

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Looking Ahead
Expand your options by identifying and planning for potential growth on site.
Installing a smaller unit now and adding an extra unit when it’s needed gives
you more flexibility.
If the variation in load demand between peak and off-peak is great, the ability
to drop units off-line will help optimize your fuel consumption, giving you more
available hours of operation for your tank size. With a parallel system, you’ll
have the choice between simple, advanced, and custom methods to integrate
units that meet your expansion needs.

Getting Started
From the largest paralleled system to the smallest single generator set or
control unit, your Cat® dealer is able and ready to deliver the best solution.
They’re always there to help you assess your needs, answer your questions,
and lead you through the process.
Planning your solution:
• Basic site requirements
• Size of critical load and load fluctuation
• Reliability and maintenance considerations
• Owner operating costs
• Physical installation requirements
• Controls complexity

Parallel System Advantages

• Redundancy for critical loads
• Ease of expansion
• Lower cost of ownership

Single Generator Set Advantages

• Smaller footprint
• Higher starting skVA

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 Keep Things Moving
Using paralleled multiple units gives you more
flexibility in sourcing the size of standard generator
sets, which may be more readily available than larger,
custom systems. This means faster turnaround time
so you get the power distribution portion of your
project done sooner.

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Paralleling Options
Option 1: On-package Paralleling
• Generator Set Package Controller (EMCP 4.4)
– Auto/manual synchronizer
– kW/kVAR sharing
– Load sense demand
• Optional supervisory control panel for system HMI and communications redundancy
• Optional master control panel for touchscreen system HMI, communications redundancy,
and basic utility paralleling

Option 2: Controls-Only Paralleling

• Off-package paralleling controls
– Integration with on and off package breakers
– Compatible with current and legacy generator set package controllers
• System level HMI
• Utility paralleling
• Enhanced load control with priority load shed/add ability
• Custom systems designs available
• Capability for controls to be added to existing generator sets for site expansion

Option 3: Paralleling with Switchgear

• Traditional paralleling switchgear
• Utility paralleling
• Advanced load management
• Isolated breakers
• Touchscreen controls on switchgear
• Fully flexible design, products customized to meet individual site conditions
• Multiple incoming utility feeds
• Site integration
• Site monitoring and communications

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 Ethernet switch provided and
mounted in EMCP 4.4 SCP On-package Paralleling

1MW 1MW 1MW

• Genset
 mounted
electrically operated
• • •
breakers

Utility Utility Utility

Priority Priority Priority

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3

EPIC – with Single Utility Controls-Only Paralleling

Utility

1MW 1MW 1MW

Utility Utility Utility

Priority Priority Priority

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3

Paralleling with Switchgear

Utility A M-T-G-T-M Utility B

Bus A Bus B
T-1 T-B

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Power Systems Designed for Efficiency
• Tested interface compatibility
• Reliable, seamless, and harmonious componentry
• Decreased installation time
• Single source for service, parts, and sales saves time
and money

UTILITY POWER

REMOTE MONITORING

GENERATOR PARALLELING
SWITCHGEAR
RENTAL TEMPERATURE
CONTROL SYSTEMS

AUTOMATIC TRANSFER
SWITCH (ATS)
GENERATOR SET

COMPRESSED AIR

GENERATOR SET
RENTAL GENERATORS

n Remote monitoring/communication n De-energized n Energized

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GENERATOR PARALLELING SWITCHGEAR:
• Redundant (N + 1 Power)
• Load shed/buss optimized
• Parallels multiple generators to meet power
requirements
• Touchscreen operator interface panel

AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCH (ATS):

• Open and closed transition
• Delayed transition
• Bypass isolation

REMOTE MONITORING:
• Secure network – web based software
• Monitors and manages standby genset
• Alarm notification, fuel dispatch, system tests,
and alarm/event history reports
• Data collecting for troubleshooting engine
performance
• Remotely start and test equipment

GENERATOR SET:
• Diesel and natural gas
• Small footprint
• Cogeneration systems
• Sound attenuated packages Financial Services
RENTAL TEMPERATURE CONTROL SYSTEMS: Equipment Financing and Leasing:
• Heat/air conditioning units • Capital and operating leases available
• Air and water cooled chillers • Purchase option leases and rent-to-own
• Cooling towers • Construction financing
COMPRESSED AIR:
• Oil free air Electric Power Service:
• Oil flooded air
• Annual quarterly and monthly maintenance
• New and used sales
• Load bank and insulation testing
• Authorized Sullair service and parts center
• Emergency service 24/7
RENTAL GENERATORS: • Global network of certified technicians
• Paralleling capable
• Sound attenuated
• Trailer mounted
• Turnkey services

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Single Source Confidence
Your Cat dealer has all the equipment to help you design
the best system to keep your operation running smoothly.
With the complete integration of Caterpillar products and
support, you can be sure your electric power needs are
met. We’re built to exceed your expectations.
To learn more, talk to your local Cat dealer or visit
www.cat.com/powergeneration

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