Story summary
Location: Central USA
Challenge: Convert three retired coal-fired generators to synchronous condensers to support voltage stabilization on the grid for safe, reliable electric power transmission
Solution: Eaton’s customized turnkey synchronous condenser conversion solution covering all aspects of the facility design and build process with a standardized approach that facilitates rapid deployment of conversions
Results: A successful synchronous condenser conversion and control system update ensuring all machines work together to support voltage regulation, enabling the utility to automatically respond to grid conditions for enhanced grid reliability