Digital Plant Control

Digital Plant Control
Digital Plant Control

THE TOTAL PLANT AND ENERGY MANAGEMENT (TPEM) SYSTEM

Modern energy plants feature complex applications and custom circuitry. Automation and closed-loop control with maximum operating security and seamless communication play a key role, which is where TPEM steps in. TPEM gives you comprehensive digital control of your generator set’s efficiency and performance without the need for additional controls.

TPEM Control System

Redefining CONTROL SYSTEMS


With its comprehensive digital power plant control TPEM, Caterpillar redefines the control standard for energy solutions. TPEM eliminates the need for additional control systems, as all power plant data for the genset and plant control are combined in one system resulting in reduced planning, installation, and maintenance costs. Flexible, highly efficient features that put you in control of your plant.

TPEM Control System
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The TPEM system offers:

  • Fully configurable modules for individual customer and application solutions
  • One intuitive, user-friendly interface with multi-lingual 15" touchscreen for complete power plant setup and control
  • Software and hardware both from Caterpillar for seamless integration and operation supporting optimum system performance and longevity
  • Full gas engine and generator set control including mixture and engine cooling circuit
  • Integrated multi-function relay for generator and utility protection and synchronisation
  • Functionality beyond the genset to facilitate full CHP container installation
  • Full integrated remote control allows system management wherever you are 
  • Ready for operation in applications subject to grid code requirements*
  • Ready for Cat® Connect remote monitoring services
  • Continuous improvement and performance enhancements through regular software updates

 

Certified and Secure

TPEM is certified to the highest industry standards and offers secure maintenance and customer access via TPEM Remote Client, as well as:

  • Dual user authentication with USB token and password
  • Fulfils highest industry cyber-security standard ISO 27001
  • Certified according to Underwriters Laboratories (UL) standards in the U.S. and Canada
  • Comprehensive support of the required Grid Code requirements

 

TPEM is available on these Cat® products:

  • Continuous Rating
    400 ekW @1.0pf
    400 ekW @1.0pf
    Fuel Type
    Natural Gas, Biogas, Coal Gas, Hydrogen Blend (up to 25%)
    Natural Gas, Biogas, Coal Gas, Hydrogen Blend (up to 25%)
    Maximum Electrical Efficiency
    43.1% / 42.1%
    43.1% / 42.1%

    CG132B-8

    The Cat CG132B family of gas engines are perfectly tailored to the challenges of the power plant in an age of global value chains.

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  • Continuous Rating
    600 kW @1.0pf
    600 kW @1.0pf
    Fuel Type
    Natural Gas, Biogas, Hydrogen Blend (up to 25%)
    Natural Gas, Biogas, Hydrogen Blend (up to 25%)
    Maximum Electrical Efficiency
    43.3% / 42.4%
    43.3% / 42.4%

    CG132B-12

    The Cat CG132B family of gas engines are perfectly tailored to the challenges of the power plant in an age of global value chains.

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  • Continuous Rating
    800 kW @1.0pf
    800 kW @1.0pf
    Fuel Type
    Natural Gas, Biogas, Hydrogen Blend (up to 25%)
    Natural Gas, Biogas, Hydrogen Blend (up to 25%)
    Maximum Electrical Efficiency
    43.5% / 42.6%
    43.5% / 42.6%

    CG132B-16

    The Cat CG132B family of gas engines are perfectly tailored to the challenges of the power plant in an age of global value chains.

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  • Continuous Rating
    1000 ekW @1.0pf
    1000 ekW @1.0pf
    Fuel Type
    Natural Gas, Hydrogen Blend (up to 25%)
    Natural Gas, Hydrogen Blend (up to 25%)
    Maximum Electrical Efficiency
    41.50%
    41.50%

    CG132B-16

    The Cat CG132B family of gas engines are perfectly tailored to the challenges of the power plant in an age of global value chains.

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  • Continuous Rating
    2300 ekW @1.0pf
    2300 ekW @1.0pf
    Fuel Type
    Natural Gas, Biogas, Coal Gas, Hydrogen Blend (up to 25%)
    Natural Gas, Biogas, Coal Gas, Hydrogen Blend (up to 25%)
    Maximum Electrical Efficiency
    45.00%
    45.00%

    CG170B-20

    State-of-the-art components providing more power: the compact design, a focus on a wide range of applications and highest efficiency values of its class make sure of that. Managed by a smart and secure control system, the new CG170B series offers the optimal balance between profitability and reliability.

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The CG170B Series Genset Range

Flexible by design in both application and operation, the CG170B range meets the challenges of a multitude of industry applications.

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CAT® CG B SERIES
CAT® CG B SERIES

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