Powerstar Microgrid Solution

A microgrid is a localised energy system that can operate independently or in conjunction with the larger electrical grid.

It typically consists of distributed energy resources such as solar panels, wind turbines, batteries, and generators, along with control systems to manage energy production and distribution.

They offer greater resilience, efficiency, and flexibility compared to traditional centralised power systems, allowing for better management of energy resources and increased reliability during grid disruptions.

Microgrids are also valuable in remote areas where energy access is scarce or absent, providing essential resources where they are most needed. Any organisation looking to control energy costs, enhance sustainability, overcome grid-constraints and improve resilience can benefit from adopting a microgrid.

Explore our microgrid solution

Low Loss Transformer
Battery Energy Storage
Voltage optimisation
AI control software (EOS)

Low Loss Transformer

What is it?
Our low-loss, amorphous core transformers are designed to replace not just aging, but also less efficient transformers. By doing so, they unlock significant cost and carbon savings while enhancing operational resilience.

Key Advantages
As transformers age and less efficient models persist, opportunities for energy cost savings, greater efficiency, and enhanced energy resilience increase. Our state-of-the-art low-loss transformers address these aspects head-on, delivering substantial improvements in energy efficiency and bolstering power resilience across sites.

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Success Story

Quorn Foods

In pursuit of enhanced sustainability and cost efficiency, Quorn, a prominent alternative protein manufacturer, upgraded two aging and less efficient transformers at their Billingham site with Powerstar low-loss models. The result? A remarkable 10.2% reduction in annual energy consumption, equating to savings of nearly £72,000 and eliminating 365 tonnes of CO2 emissions annually.

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Battery Energy Storage

What is it?
Our cutting-edge Battery Energy Storage (BESS) systems redefine energy management. Designed for industrial and commercial sectors, these solutions integrate uninterruptible power supply capabilities as standard, offering versatility and adaptability. They serve as the cornerstone of a holistic energy management strategy.

Key Advantages
Energy Storage Systems (BESS) offer a myriad of advantages. They optimize energy consumption across various sites, leading to cost reductions, enhanced sustainability, and improved power resilience. With the potential to replace conventional emergency power systems, BESS provides a sustainable alternative, particularly beneficial for energy-intensive industries and those requiring consistent power supply.

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Success Story

Parkinson-Spencer Refractories

Parkinson Spencer Refractories, based in West Yorkshire, faced recurrent power outages, each costing between £20,000 and £100,000. By implementing a 250kW battery storage system, they eliminated power disruptions and achieved a 5% reduction in overall energy consumption. Remarkably, the system paid for itself in less than two years, showcasing its significant economic and operational benefits.

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Voltage optimisation

What is it?
Voltage optimisation involves the use of fixed and dynamic units to regulate and stabilize incoming voltages, ensuring optimal voltage levels for all equipment and infrastructure across a site. By mitigating minor peaks and sags in voltage, this technology enhances energy efficiency and reduces the risk of disruptions.

Key Advantages
Voltage optimisation offers an easy-to-install solution that effectively decarbonizes operations and reduces energy costs. Regardless of sector, businesses and organizations can expect substantial returns on investment with this technology.

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Success Story

The Co-operative Food

Co-operative Food installed Powerstar voltage optimisation across 25 of their retail sites. Across the installations, consumption savings of up to 13.7% annually were unlocked, typically saving each site a little over £12,000 on their annual energy bills, showcasing an impressive return on investment.

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AI control software (EOS)

What is it?
EOS is an advanced microgrid controller designed to enhance system performance, optimize energy usage, and achieve maximum savings.

Key Advantages
EOS offers a comprehensive suite of advantages. Through real-time adaptation based on on-site data, it ensures optimal performance, while seamless integration with existing BMS enhances operational efficiency. Its capability for load and generation forecasting optimizes renewable generation and EV chargers, while enabling market access through aggregator connections ensures optimized market participation. Moreover, EOS guarantees compliance with UK regulations and provides convenient 24/7 asset monitoring and servicing via an online portal. Its advanced computational capacity handles intricate computations and algorithms, ultimately enhancing system performance for maximum savings.

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Case study

Racing Engine Manufacturer

The client design, develop and manufacture high performance racing engines, including for Formula 1 and IndyCar.

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Highest Possible Control

Combining on-site generation, battery energy storage and intelligent energy control software can transform a site or area into a smart microgrid.

These self-contained electrical grids can operate connected to, or independent of, the wider power grid. This gives the highest possible level of control over your energy usage, as well as offering huge potential improvements across energy cost reduction, sustainability and power resilience.

Solar panels installed on the roof of a warehouse.
Solar energy solution provided by Powerstar on a building roof.

Tailored Solutions from Inception to Operation

Powerstar has extensive experience in client-specific battery and microgrid solutions. This makes us the ideal partner to deliver complex smart microgrid projects that meet the individual needs of a client site, managing the delivery of a project through initial design and manufacturing, through installation and commissioning to optimisation and aftercare.

A comprehensive microgrid solution offers a range of energy management benefits, including:

Reliable and secure power

Reducing dependence on grid-supplied power and protecting a site’s operations and equipment in the event of a power outage

Improved energy efficiency

Using intelligent energy management controls to automate power flows and make real-time decisions on the most efficient use of energy

Cost savings

Reducing a site’s exposure to rising and volatile wholesale energy prices and through avoiding the use of grid-supplied electricity during peak periods

Carbon reduction

Through the use and optimisation of on-site generation and facilitating the use of new, low-carbon technologies

Enhanced flexibility

Using smart energy management software to adapt to changing priorities and energy management goals

Powerstar’s smart microgrid control systems integrate machine learning and Artificial Intelligence, allowing a client’s system to better adapt to their site and to further optimise the way that energy is procured, stored, and used over time. These automated controls make smart, real-time decisions that ensure our smart microgrid projects deliver the best possible performance in terms of cost reduction, improved sustainability, and better power resilience.

Our commitment extends beyond installation, encompassing ongoing support, optimisation, and a flexible approach that evolves with the client’s changing needs. All our solutions include remote monitoring capability that tracks performance and energy management. This provides customers real-time insight into how their solution is performing. It also allows us to provide support and intervention as needed, protecting the long-term success of the project.

Embrace the power of smart microgrids with Powerstar—unlock control, resilience, and sustainability for your energy future.

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