The need for reactive power compensation has increased due to the rise in medium voltage underground cabling. However, the reactive power produced by the network must remain within the limits set by the transmission system operator, which is why distribution system operators use compensation reactors to limit reactive power.
The reactive power produced by underground cables raises the voltage, especially when there is no load. Excess reactive power typically occurs in the summer when the network load is small relative to its capacity. Managing reactive power frees up network transfer capacity and promotes reliable network operation.
Ensto offers compensation reactors and comprehensive solutions as a turnkey service for compensation of reactive power, for both centralized and decentralized needs. The turnkey services include all from the needs specifications and devices to commissioning and maintenance services. The solutions are always carefully planned based on and configured to meet the customer’s needs.