Schneider supplies Genie Evo for remote metering

The vacuum circuit-breaker technology reduces panel size and has a number of inherent safety features.

Schneider Electric was also able to offer a turnkey approach, supplying the complete package of hardware and the software necessary to enable Daresbury to carry out remote monitoring and metering.

A low-maintenance system, Schneider Electric's Genie Evo switchgear has a disconnector and earthing switch that are sealed in an earth-screened cast-resin enclosure containing controlled air, which eliminates the need for regular cleaning of the copper contacts throughout the product's life.

Incorporating Schneider Electric's Evolis vacuum circuit breakers, the Genie Evo is fully internal arc rated to 100 per cent of the switchgear's breaking capacity to ENA TS 41-36.

For advanced protection, the switchgear integrates Schneider Electric's Sepam relays, which offers comprehensive protection, metering, control, monitoring and annunciation functions.

For Daresbury Laboratory, the Genie Evo was supplied with a full SCADA and metering package.

To meet the requirement for remote switching for additional safety, a remote panel was installed that enables engineers to carry out the switching function.

In addition, the equipment can be remotely controlled and monitored via PC, using a standard web browser.