Visualization Software

Controlling and monitoring processes

In the automation industry, the approaches behind Industry 4.0 and the associated

dissolution of the rigid automation pyramid are widely discussed but rarely put into

practice. Unfortunately, solutions closely following this rigid principle are still frequently

found in the field. The visualization solutions from Bachmann take a different approach.

In order to advance digitalization in the field of automation, our products focus on

modern solutions.

Increasing complexity and the constantly escalating degree of automation in a wide

variety of systems demand future-oriented technologies to monitor and control processes

effectively. HMI and SCADA systems contribute significantly in this regard and guarantee

maximum security. Furthermore, future applications must be highly flexible, because in

the age of mobile devices, being tied to fixed operating stations is a thing of the past.

Due to their generic structure, the HMI and SCADA solutions provided by Bachmann

electronic, which are especially designed for professional automation and control center

technology, can be used in all application areas and industries such as energy, plant

construction and mechanical engineering, maritime applications or logistics.

The modern and efficient structure permits scaling from very small applications with

a few dozen information points up to large-scale plant technology with several hundred

thousand process variables. Top-quality user interfaces are produced by using pure

web technologies; thus eliminating the need for installation on HMI devices.

Visualization is available on all devices with a standard browser and is not constrained

by screen sizes and resolutions.

Grid measurement and protection as an integral part of a modular PLC system can be seen from two perspectives:

• Fully programmable and extensible measurement and protection solution:

API for sampling and all calculated quantities in connection with the open programmable CPU system permits flexible adaptation to multiple measuring tasks.

• Operational control (PLC) extended with grid measurement and protection:

Unifying the control system with grid measurement and protection leads to outstanding reaction time and is also cost efficient due to the reduction of unnecessary components and minimal introduction and training effort.

Safe. Fast. Stable. 

PLC integrated solutions for the energy supply

A scalable range of multifunctional grid measurement and protection systems are available as plug-in modules for the Bachmann automation system. The measurement of all characteristic grid variables such as voltage, current, power or frequency directly within the control system permits significant correlation with other operational data, as well as an excellent reaction time. The measured data is rapidly calculated without additional delay times due to fieldbusses or transceivers.

Each module type integrates with the entire M200 I/O portfolio and can be used multiple times per CPU. The PLC’s SSL/TLS secured authentication and authorization unit protects the grid measurement modules from unwanted changes and cyberattacks. All types of field busses, including SAE J1939 as well as OPC UA and RTU standards such as IEC 61850. IEC 60870-5-101/-103/-104. DNP3 or Modbus, are available to exchange data with grid operators, plant controllers or generation units.

Existing component certificates for grid-connected operation according to VDE-AR-N 4105/4110. ENA ER G99 and IEEE Std. C37.90 simplify the operational notification and compliance process. Maritime Class Approvals from DNV, BV, LR, ABS, RINA, KR and NK allow implementation on vessels and offshore installations. Compliance with UL/cUL and CSA make the devices suitable for applications in North America.

A coated version allows grid measurement and protection even in challenging environments with high humidity (condensation), such as damp heat in tropics or cold starts in polar regions.

Safety and efficiency of the electrical energy supply

The portfolio begins with the GM260. which is suitable for energy

monitoring according to ISO 50001. operational machine control,

and power consumption related fault detection. A remanent 4Q

energy meter per circuit calculates active and reactive power

independently from the PLC.

For use in power generation systems and virtual power plants,

the GMP232/x2 family adds extremely fast and accurate continuous

RMS measurements, fundamental extraction, and symmetrical

components while meeting the overvoltage category CAT IV according

to IEC 60664. Outstanding frequency accuracy of 1 mHz, with 12

updates per cycle ensures easy tracking even within weak microgrids

or island grid formation. Configurable digital protection functions ensure

grid code compliance and system self-protection.

The built-in fault recorder logs 10 kHz waveform data in COMTRADE

format according to IEEE C37.111 and IEC 60255-24. while also providing

continuous access to the samples by the PLC application programs.

Grid events are logged with globally-synchronized time stamps to analyze

any deviations with relation to other reference points. Harmonic analysis

directly on the module provides spectral data up to the 50th harmonic

along with related distortion factors, which allows an objective evaluation

of power quality.e GSP274 family adds automatic synchronization to the

busbar or grid combined with VDE-AR-N 4105 compliant network and

system protection (NS-Protection) that can withstand single faults.

The GSP274 module enables the safe, reliable and automatic synchronization

of generator units to the power supply grid. It also provides a number of

monitoring functions for generator and grid protection. The circuit-breakers

are tripped by the module directly via digital outputs and relays.

Additional digital inputs enable the monitoring of the relevant switching state.

The continuous monitoring of grid harmonics up to the 50th harmonic can

be used for direct reactions as well as for evaluating the power quality.

The module is provided with an integrated real-time data recorder for the

high-precision recording of up to 16 measuring channels during protective

tripping or synchronization. Error events are recorded continuously and

stored permanently with a high resolution time stamp. The internal time

base of the module can be synchronized to an external time source

(e.g. IEEE 1588 Precision Time Protocol), which supports the analysis

of the data from spatially separated measurement and protection devices.

The module is fully integrated in the Bachmann SolutionCenter.

Configurations can be created simply and stored for later reuse.

Both the measured channel values and also the derived values are made

available directly in the user interface. Commissioning and fault analysis

are simplified with tabular, vector and time sequence displays.

Event logs and recorded time sequences can be exported in CSV respectively

COMTRADE format. The integrated simulation function simplifies the

configuration of protection and monitoring functions.

Features

• Measurement of current, voltage, frequency, power, power factor, phase angle

• Measurement of grid harmonics up to the 50th (power quality)

• Synchronization monitoring / Synchro-check

• Monitoring functions for grid and generator protection

• Controls two circuit breakers

• Integrated real-time data recorder

• Integrated event logging

• 4Q energy meter

• Measured value simulation

The GMP232/x2 module is fully integrated in the Bachmann

SolutionCenter. Configurations can be created simply and

stored for later reuse. Both the measured channel values

and also the derived values are made available directly

in the user interface. Commissioning and fault analysis

are simplified with tabular, vector and time sequence dis

plays. Event logs and recorded time sequences can be

exported in CSV resp. COMTRADE format. The integrated

simulation function simplifies the configuration of protec

tion and monitoring functions.

Features

● Measurement of current, voltage, frequency, power,

power factor, phase angle

● Direct connection up to 1000 VRMS rated CAT III

● True RMS and fundamental RMS, symmetrical components

● High dynamic measurement / very low latency

● Measurement of grid harmonics up to the 50th (PQ)

● Configurable grid and generator protection

● Direct relay outputs for circuit-breaker/trip circuits

● Integrated real-time fault recording

● Integrated event logging

● 4Q energy meter

● Integrated mean value aggregation, grid statistics

● Measured value simulation

The GMP232/x2 enables the safe, reliable and fast meas

urement of all relevant values for three-phase electrical

networks. It also provides a number of monitoring func

tions for generator and grid protection. Up to 2 circuit

breakers/trip circuits are triggered by the module directly

via relay outputs. The continuous monitoring of grid har

monics up to the 50th harmonic can be used for direct

reactions as well as for evaluating the power quality.

The module is provided with an integrated real-time

data recorder for the high-precision recording of up to

24 measuring channels during alarm/protection events.

Error events are recorded continuously and stored with a

high resolution time stamp. The internal time base of the

module can be synchronized to an external time source

(e.g. IEEE 1588 Precision Time Protocol), which supports the

analysis of the data from geographically separated meas

urement and protection devices.

The GM260 module enables the safe, reliable and fast measurement of

all relevant values for three-phase electrical networks. 2 separate

three-phase branches can be acquired at a common voltage monitoring

point. The grid variables are calculated online in the module as True RMS

values including harmonics up to the 40th harmonic.

This is particularly useful for applications such as for operational measurement

on machines or the energy monitoring in plants and buildings.

As well as functions for determining the active, apparent and reactive power

for each phase, 2 separate 4-quadrant energy counters are directly integrated

in the module.

The GM260 module is fully integrated in the Bachmann SolutionCenter.

Both the measured channel values and also the derived values are made

available directly in the user interface.

Features

• Measurement of current, voltage, frequency, power, power factor, phase angle

• Input voltages up to 480 VL-L, RMS can be directly connected

• True RMS calculation online

• 2 independent 4Q energy meters

• Compact design for 2 three-phase branches