5 Benefits of Load Sharing & Paralleling
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Published: 14th Jun 2022

5 Benefits of Load Sharing & Paralleling

5 Benefits of Load Sharing & Paralleling

5 Benefits of Load Sharing & Paralleling

14th Jun 2022

When it comes to expanding worksites, farming applications and mining operations, there is a growing demand for access to stable, reliable and expandable power. Load sharing and paralleling generators now play a key role in supplying uninterrupted power for a range of applications, no matter the requirements.

Here, we’ll explain what generator load sharing is and the 5 key benefits it can bring to your operation. 

What is Generator Load Sharing & Paralleling?

Generator Load sharing and paralleling refers to having two or more generators connected to one another and working together to synchronise the power supply. The combined power output is connected to a bus bar or main distribution channel which delivers the output to the facility.

The key to a successful synchronisation is to ensure that specifications like voltage, frequency, phase sequence and phase angle/rotation.

Some manufacturers are now making synchronisation easier for users to integrate due to the growing demand of paralleling systems. Some can be connected via a communications cable and using integrated control systems to manage the synchronised load. Automatic load monitoring features are also available in order to achieve optimal efficiency. With that being said, setting up a paralleling system is best completed by a qualified generator technician. For more information on the right power system, reach out to our expert team.

5 Key Benefits of Load Sharing & Paralleling

Here are 5 key benefits of generator load sharing and paralleling:

Increases Reliability

Load sharing systems are designed to pick up and redistribute the load if one of the generators fails. As a result, it omits the risk of the entire power system shutting down if one generator trips or fails. In this case, the remaining generators will pick up and equally share the load. The power system won’t experience disruption.

More Efficient

Electrical loads never run at a constant level. So, when there are variations in the power demand, it usually results in compromising on efficiency during times when the load requirements are low. This not only drops efficiency levels but can also cause fuel problems, such as underloading as well.

As a standard rate, generators are their most efficient when the load is running between 75% - 100%. Load sharing enables the generators to run optimally and is designed to handle variations in the load very well. This maximises efficiency, fuel costs and maintenance expenses.

Continuous Service

Generators need to be taken offline during maintenance and servicing. Load sharing systems allow one generator to be taken offline for any maintenance while the remaining generator/s continues to run. This omits the need for seeking out additional rental equipment to use in lieu of the original generator, but it also eliminates the risk of having to completely shut down the system.

Meeting Load Requirements

Load requirements change frequently throughout the operation. Load sharing omits the risk of paying for a large generator that never reaches its optimal capacity or a small generator that may not meet the load requirements. As such, a paralleling system allows you to adjust the load throughout the operation depending on the number of generators you need.

Increased Capacity

Load sharing systems give the worksite/business/project to add additional power to the facility as it grows. Paralleling generators means that users can determine the optimal load balance to maximise fuel efficiency - something that cannot be accomplished with a single large-scale generator. This not only provides flexible scalability options but it also can minimise capital expenditure by reducing the upfront and ongoing costs to power the generator. 

What are the Applications for Load Sharing?

The benefits of generator load sharing means that operations have stable, reliable power to keep equipment running, when and where it’s needed. Because of this, load sharing makes the most difference in applications experiencing interchangeable load demands and where access to ongoing power is a must:

Power plants: Power requirements easily shift throughout the day with a huge demand for ongoing energy from communities.

Construction sites: Worksites use a range of equipment throughout the operation. Load demands can easily shift throughout the day depending on the job. Load sharing helps maintain efficient, stable power that can meet differing load demands without compromising on efficiency or fuel costs.

Healthcare facilities: Facilities like hospitals or care facilities require high load requirements and a reliable, stable backup power system to keep critical equipment going in the event of power loss. Load sharing provides this stability.

Mining operations: Mining operations require large-scale, reliable power and are often in remote locations with no access to the grid. Load sharing systems have the capacity to meet large-scale load requirements, provide continuous power and ensure equipment and operations remain on schedule without disruption.

Need a Power Solution? You Can Rely On Us.

With years of experience servicing the mining, construction industries, Blue Diamond Machinery has the equipment you need and can rely on. We not only offer expert advice and industry-leading warranties, we provide an all-encompassing power solution. We will customise and install your power solution to your specific power demand requirements, wherever you are. Get in touch with our team today.

When it comes to expanding worksites, farming applications and mining operations, there is a growing demand for access to stable, reliable and expandable power. Load sharing and paralleling generators now play a key role in supplying uninterrupted power for a range of applications, no matter the requirements.

Here, we’ll explain what generator load sharing is and the 5 key benefits it can bring to your operation. 

What is Generator Load Sharing & Paralleling?

Generator Load sharing and paralleling refers to having two or more generators connected to one another and working together to synchronise the power supply. The combined power output is connected to a bus bar or main distribution channel which delivers the output to the facility.

The key to a successful synchronisation is to ensure that specifications like voltage, frequency, phase sequence and phase angle/rotation.

Some manufacturers are now making synchronisation easier for users to integrate due to the growing demand of paralleling systems. Some can be connected via a communications cable and using integrated control systems to manage the synchronised load. Automatic load monitoring features are also available in order to achieve optimal efficiency. With that being said, setting up a paralleling system is best completed by a qualified generator technician. For more information on the right power system, reach out to our expert team.

5 Key Benefits of Load Sharing & Paralleling

Here are 5 key benefits of generator load sharing and paralleling:

Increases Reliability

Load sharing systems are designed to pick up and redistribute the load if one of the generators fails. As a result, it omits the risk of the entire power system shutting down if one generator trips or fails. In this case, the remaining generators will pick up and equally share the load. The power system won’t experience disruption.

More Efficient

Electrical loads never run at a constant level. So, when there are variations in the power demand, it usually results in compromising on efficiency during times when the load requirements are low. This not only drops efficiency levels but can also cause fuel problems, such as underloading as well.

As a standard rate, generators are their most efficient when the load is running between 75% - 100%. Load sharing enables the generators to run optimally and is designed to handle variations in the load very well. This maximises efficiency, fuel costs and maintenance expenses.

Continuous Service

Generators need to be taken offline during maintenance and servicing. Load sharing systems allow one generator to be taken offline for any maintenance while the remaining generator/s continues to run. This omits the need for seeking out additional rental equipment to use in lieu of the original generator, but it also eliminates the risk of having to completely shut down the system.

Meeting Load Requirements

Load requirements change frequently throughout the operation. Load sharing omits the risk of paying for a large generator that never reaches its optimal capacity or a small generator that may not meet the load requirements. As such, a paralleling system allows you to adjust the load throughout the operation depending on the number of generators you need.

Increased Capacity

Load sharing systems give the worksite/business/project to add additional power to the facility as it grows. Paralleling generators means that users can determine the optimal load balance to maximise fuel efficiency - something that cannot be accomplished with a single large-scale generator. This not only provides flexible scalability options but it also can minimise capital expenditure by reducing the upfront and ongoing costs to power the generator. 

What are the Applications for Load Sharing?

The benefits of generator load sharing means that operations have stable, reliable power to keep equipment running, when and where it’s needed. Because of this, load sharing makes the most difference in applications experiencing interchangeable load demands and where access to ongoing power is a must:

Power plants: Power requirements easily shift throughout the day with a huge demand for ongoing energy from communities.

Construction sites: Worksites use a range of equipment throughout the operation. Load demands can easily shift throughout the day depending on the job. Load sharing helps maintain efficient, stable power that can meet differing load demands without compromising on efficiency or fuel costs.

Healthcare facilities: Facilities like hospitals or care facilities require high load requirements and a reliable, stable backup power system to keep critical equipment going in the event of power loss. Load sharing provides this stability.

Mining operations: Mining operations require large-scale, reliable power and are often in remote locations with no access to the grid. Load sharing systems have the capacity to meet large-scale load requirements, provide continuous power and ensure equipment and operations remain on schedule without disruption.

Need a Power Solution? You Can Rely On Us.

With years of experience servicing the mining, construction industries, Blue Diamond Machinery has the equipment you need and can rely on. We not only offer expert advice and industry-leading warranties, we provide an all-encompassing power solution. We will customise and install your power solution to your specific power demand requirements, wherever you are. Get in touch with our team today.

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