Migration to IP Networks
Recent trends and new technologies are driving down the costs of implementing a communications network. The common denominator is IP networking.
For many utilities today, IP-based networks to substations, between offices, and to other key utility locations are a feasible method for supporting multiple applications on the same network connection. For example, a utility with an IP network to a substation can simultaneously support SCADA, load management, automatic meter reading/advanced metering infrastructure (AMR/AMI), direct connect to relay configuration ports, and video monitoring.
The services of Power System Engineering, Inc. (PSE) include:
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Evaluating the benefits, costs, risks, and process for migrating to an IP-network.
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Designing the most appropriate IP-based solution including: path studies, bandwidth assessments, technology review, and okannung budgets.
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Addressing migration from legacy equipment and software that uses proprietary and serial communication protocols.
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Preparing detailed request for proposal (RFP) procurement specifications including interfaces to all legacy, and new, equipment and systems.
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Assisting with selection and contracting for communication equipment and service providers.
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Facilitating or assisting with the deployment process.
Communications Solution
PSE has helped utilities migrate from a proprietary communications solution that uses a single technology for each application to an environment that shares a common IP-based network for multiple applications.
