Title :
Retrofit of 22 pipeline pumping stations with 3000-hp motors and variable-frequency drives
Author :
Rossmann, William C. ; Ellis, Robert G.
Author_Institution :
Delta Hudson Eng. Ltd., Calgary, Alta., Canada
Abstract :
Learning experiences encountered on a large variable-frequency induction motor drive installation are reported. The drives were widely dispersed at multiple locations and generally fed from very weak power systems. This paper discusses several different and unusual interferences and power quality issues encountered with different electrical utilities and makes suggestions with respect to specifications, logistics, installation and field measurements for the benefit of future projects
Keywords :
electricity supply industry; harmonic distortion; induction motor drives; maintenance engineering; power supply quality; power system harmonics; project engineering; pumping plants; variable speed drives; 3000 hp; Canada; Learning experiences; electric utilities; field measurements; installation; interference; logistics; pipeline pumping stations; power quality; retrofit project; specifications; variable-frequency induction motor drive; weak power systems; Centralized control; Control systems; Couplings; Electric variables control; Induction motors; Petroleum; Pipelines; Power system harmonics; Pressure control; Valves;
Journal_Title :
Industry Applications, IEEE Transactions on
