A Guide To Power & Energy Distribution Management For Building Complexes
Can you survive without electricity in this modern, uber-connected world?
The pace of life today demands constant upgrades in technology and efficiency. Owing to the invention of energy distribution systems; continuous, stable electricity supply is a must.
For the common man, choosing the right energy distribution system may seem like a daunting task.
Not anymore.
At Legrand, we pride ourselves on being energy positive. We anticipate your needs with technologically advanced products, investing as much as 5% on Research & Development to deliver superior electrical and digital building infrastructure. Now, that’s what we call “Living the Advantage”.
Guaranteed, investing in and managing an electricity distribution system is a tedious task.
But who says that simple solutions to complex problems won’t work, or that the right solutions are always expensive?
As global specialists, we are continuously striving to reduce the carbon footprint and make our products energy-efficient.
In this article, we’ve put together a list of essential information about primary distribution systems in buildings for you to feast your eyes on.
How Can You Make Your Building Energy Positive?
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The functioning of electricity grids in apartment buildings is usually straightforward, but commercial buildings are a whole other story. They require a primary and secondary energy distribution system grid. High amounts of energy consumption is a huge factor, and therefore, understanding the distribution system in commercial buildings is a task undertaken by electrical engineers.
Let’s take a look at the operation and performance of electricity grids in apartment buildings:
The Department of Electricity transmits electricity from the national or state power plant and provides it to the end consumer. Usually, this voltage varies from 11Kv to 30Kv.
Distribution transformers, located in several vicinities, reduce the high voltage to 120 or 240 volts for end-user consumption. For apartment buildings, hiring a dedicated transformer is advisable as it reduces the load on shared transformers.
After the transformer reduces the voltage, known as a voltage drop, the energy is transferred to a distribution panel, also known as a DP. The DP is nothing but a circuit breaker panel. Additionally, there are reading meters that calculate energy consumption by each apartment.
From the distribution panel, electricity is provided to each apartment in the building. There is a tiny surge protector box; i.e. a circuit breaker in each flat. It allows users to control the energy supply in their houses.
At Legrand, we boast a range of high-performance MCCBs, at competitive price points in the energy distribution family. Our DRX MCCB gives users the best of both worlds: Quality and Value.
These energy-efficient DRX MCCBs, for example, give you features, choices and accessories that provide reliable protection and make your organisation or home energy positive, as well.
How Can Improvements in Power Supply & Distribution Systems Ensure Reliability & Safety?
With an emphasis on clean energy and safety, users are extremely conscious when it comes to electricity usage. The Electricity Board and private companies are continuously taking precautionary measures for the protection of the end customers. There have been an array of improvements in the power distribution network. With the Internet of Things, home automation, circuit breakers, and other systems, total safety can be achieved with energy consumption. Given below are a few pivotal improvements which can be made to electric power distribution systems:
Surge Protection
Energy Efficiency with Monitoring
Fireproof Cabling
Use of Clean Energy
Uninterrupted Power Lines & Supply
How Can Electric Meters Save Time & Energy?
Electric meters are electronic devices that measure the total energy consumption in households and buildings. Meters allow for easy calculation of electricity consumption in each household. These meters record the consumption in a digital or analogue way. This ensures electricity companies earn money based on end-user use. Recent innovations have introduced infrared solutions to measure overall consumption. Monthly or quarterly consumption in Kilowatt per hour is used to calculate the final energy bill. Additionally, it helps users keep an eye on their energy consumption and work on energy management.
Why Are Smart Homes Ideal Examples of Energy Positivity?
People usually assume smart homes consume heaps of electricity. We’re here to prove that assumption wrong. It’s essential to understand that intelligent homes are known for reducing energy consumption. Home automation is beneficial in reducing power consumption and ensuring efficient management. At Legrand, we consider ourselves to be experts in providing smart solutions for energy management. With sound equipment, Legrand is the first choice of many engineers specialising in power transmission systems.
DX3 Single Port 240V MCB from Legrand
DX3 MCBs from Legrand is a popular choice for Energy Management. These circuit breakers are useful in protecting various electric circuits. The industrial, as well as individual variants of the product, are available on the market.
The waterproof IP20 terminals with coloured ON/OFF button for indication and improved air channels make it one of the best MCBs in the market. It’s a convenient product available from 0.5 amp to 20 amp variants for private and industrial usage. Installing this MCB will help you “Live the Advantage”, and ensures energy positivity.
Who says world-class innovations can’t be accessible?
The latest innovations and improvements in energy distribution systems have helped us achieve the highest levels of safety. Granted, controlling the security of an entire building is not in our hands, but ensuring the safety of our house is a necessary task. Using high-end energy-saving equipment can lead to greater protection.
Looking to save money when it comes to your electricity bills? It’s no secret that rising electricity costs are burning a hole in people’s pockets. The increased electricity consumption has also increased the load on the current infrastructure. Therefore, it’s crucial to understand energy distribution systems and products that could help you promote energy positivity.
At Legrand, our focus on innovation and innate understanding of the Indian ecosystem has allowed us to see from the eyes of our customers. It has given us a clear view of what’s needed most in the country. Your needs are in focus once again, and the DRX series of Thermomagnetic and Electronic MCCBs combines ease of operation and simplicity with robust safety and reliability.
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