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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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Benefits

Easy Connectivity

Industry proven Caterpillar paralleling logic control architecture that is an alternative to switchgear mounted controls

Modular and Backward Compatible

Simplified expansion of existing power plant and parallel generation capabilities

Redundant Supervisory Control

Available Redundant Master Controlller and supervisory networks provide high reliability
  • Environmental Parameters
    Certifications
    UL / cUL 508A
    Control Panel Enclosure
    NEMA 12
    Operating Temperature
    0°C to 55°C
    Storage Temperature
    -20°C to 60°C
  • Generator Protective Devices
    ANSI Protective Devices
    15/25. 27/59, 81 O/U, 32, 40, 90 (Industrial Grade)
  • Technical Summary
    Application
    LV and MV (208V-27kV)
    Configuration
    Remote 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 Operation
    Emergency Standby with redundant master control, Utility paralleling, peak shaving, and closed transition to/from Generator Power (with optional utility control panel)
  • Utility Protective Devices
    ANSI Protective Devices
    15/25. 27/59, 81 O/U, 32,47 (Industrial Grade)
Instant Auto Selector Switch
  • Allows user to return sysem to automatic in the event of a touchscreen failure
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