Advanced Control Schemes
Advanced control schemes provide smarter, more efficient ways to manage complex electrical systems.
Benefits of Advanced Control Schemes
Enable Smarter System Automation
Advanced controls allow your system to react dynamically to changing conditions; adjusting loads, switching sources, or responding to faults automatically.
Reduce Human Error and Operational Risk
Automating critical sequences like transfer switching, load shedding, or fault isolation helps prevent mistakes, speed up response time, and reduce downtime.
Customize Your System to Fit Specific Needs
We tailor logic and control strategies to your facility’s layout, equipment, and goals—giving you a setup that’s more precise and easier to manage.
Use Cases
Load Shedding During Peak Demand
Automatically prioritize and drop non-essential loads to avoid overloading the system.
Source Switching and Redundancy Management
Seamlessly switch between utility power, generators, or UPS systems based on availability.
Multi-Building Facility Coordination
Control and synchronize power systems across campuses or large industrial complexes.
Process-Specific Equipment Sequences
Automate startup/shutdown procedures for machinery to ensure safety and consistency.
Legacy System Integration
Modernize existing infrastructure without a complete overhaul by layering in smart logic.
Common Applications
PLC-Based Control Systems
Using programmable logic controllers to execute complex logic and communication.
HMI & SCADA Interfaces
Allowing operators to visualize, control, and interact with systems in real-time.
Motor Control and Interlocks
Coordinating multiple motors and safety checks to avoid equipment damage or failure.
Load Management and Demand Response
Balancing energy use across systems for performance and cost efficiency.
Automatic Transfer Schemes
Managing emergency power transfer between utility and backup systems with zero or minimal delay.
Industries Served
Transportation & Infrastructure
Examples: Airport electrical systems, transit stations, signal automation, etc.
Manufacturing & Industrial Facilities
Examples: Production line sequencing, power distribution optimization, motor coordination, etc.
Commercial Campuses & Smart Buildings
Examples: Corporate campuses, tech headquarters, large office parks, smart buildings, etc.
Government & Secure Facilities
Examples: Military bases, emergency ops centers, mission-critical building systems, etc.
Hospitals & Healthcare Facilities
Examples: Emergency power sequencing, load prioritization, backup system automation, etc.
Power Generation & Utilities
Examples: Substations, solar arrays, microgrids, distributed energy systems, etc.
Data Centers & Critical Infrastructure
Examples: UPS systems, automatic transfer switching, generator coordination, etc.
Water & Wastewater Treatment
Examples: Flow control, pump sequencing, remote monitoring of tank levels, etc.
Case Studies
We don’t just talk safety, we deliver it. These case studies show how our Arc Flash expertise has made a measurable difference for facilities like yours.
FAQs
Curious what advanced control schemes can do for your system?
Here are answers to common questions about logic design, automation, and what kind of control is possible.
What is an advanced control scheme?
It’s a customized logic-based setup that automates how your electrical system behaves; such as, how breakers operate, how loads are prioritized, or how backup systems are triggered.
What are some examples of control logic you’ve implemented?
Things like automatic transfer between power sources, load shedding based on system conditions, alarm-based reconfiguration, or timing-based breaker sequences.
Do I need special equipment to implement these schemes?
It depends on your current setup. Many modern relays and controls can support advanced logic. If not, we can recommend upgrades that still use your existing gear as a foundation.
Can these systems be monitored or controlled remotely?
Yes. Most advanced schemes include SCADA integration or other remote access tools, so your team can view statuses, alarms, and logs from off-site.