Case Study · Power Quality
Stabilising Power Quality with a Static Var Generator
How a commercial & industrial facility reduced energy penalties and protected sensitive equipment with a right-sized SVG.
Industry
Commercial & Industrial
Focus
Power quality / reactive power
Challenge
Reactive power instability
Headline result
0.98+ power factor
The Challenge
When reactive power goes unmanaged, operational costs rise.
Inductive loads create power-quality issues that affect energy efficiency, equipment reliability and uninterrupted production.
01
Low power factor
Higher electricity costs and potential penalties.
02
Voltage instability
Fluctuations that put sensitive equipment at risk.
03
Harmonic distortion
Equipment stress, overheating and downtime.
What was needed
A faster, smarter response to changing electrical loads.
- Real-time compensation without disrupting operations.
- Better equipment protection and reduced avoidable energy costs.
Our Approach
A simple, structured process from study to monitoring.
Power Quality Assessment
Study the facility's load profile, power factor trends, voltage behaviour and harmonic levels to see exactly where and when reactive power problems occur.
Right-Sized Solution Design
Select and size a Static Var Generator (SVG) to match the facility's load behaviour: responding within milliseconds and able to both supply and absorb reactive power.
Seamless Installation
Integrate the SVG at the appropriate point in the distribution network with minimal disruption, tuning protection settings and control parameters to the facility's requirements.
Continuous Monitoring
Track power factor, voltage stability and system performance after commissioning, fine-tuning the setup to keep results consistent over time.
Results
Clear improvements across the electrical system
0.98+
Power factor achieved, stable under varying loads
Figures are indicative of typical outcomes for this type of installation, actual results depend on load profile and site conditions, and are confirmed through on-site assessment and post-commissioning monitoring.
Benefits
What it means for the facility
Lower Energy Costs
No power factor penalties, and reduced losses across the network.
Faster, Steadier Supply
Real-time compensation as loads change, with better protection for sensitive machinery.
Longer Equipment Life
Less electrical stress on motors, transformers and cables, with fewer nuisance trips.
Built to Scale
Compact, low-maintenance and freed-up capacity in existing infrastructure as the facility grows.
Reliable power quality is not just about avoiding penalties.
It's about keeping operations steady, equipment healthy and costs predictable. Talk to Xenvolt about a power quality assessment for your facility.
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