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Caterpillar

Engine Paralleling and Integration Control (EPIC)

The Engine Paralleling and Integration Control (EPIC) product line provides standard paralleling controls in a remote cabinet separate from the engine generator set and separate from switchgear (breakers and bus).

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Features

Specifications

  • Technical Summary
    Spec Value
    Configuration Remote modular paralleling control system (Master Control Panel for the first 2 generator sets and optional tie breaker, separate add-on control panels for up to 8 additional generator sets, utility paralleling control, and distribution control)
    Modes of Operation Emergency Standby with redundant master control, Utility paralleling, peak shaving, and closed transition to/from Generator Power (with optional utility control panel)
    Application LV and MV (208V-27kV)
  • Generator Protective Devices
    Spec Value
    ANSI Protective Devices 15/25. 27/59, 81 O/U, 32, 40, 90 (Industrial Grade)
  • Utility Protective Devices
    Spec Value
    ANSI Protective Devices 15/25. 27/59, 81 O/U, 32,47 (Industrial Grade)
  • Environmental Parameters
    Spec Value
    Certifications UL / cUL 508A
    Control Panel Enclosure NEMA 12
    Operating Temperature 0°C to 55°C
    Storage Temperature -20°C to 60°C

Standard Equipment

Instant Auto Selector Switch

  • Allows user to return sysem to automatic in the event of a touchscreen failure

Optional Equipment

Generator Control Panel (for 3-10 gensets)

  • With breaker position indications and circuit breaker control switch

Utility Control Panel (for utility paralleling and control)

  • With utility close lockout switch, breaker position indications, and circuit breaker control switch

Supplemental Hardware 25 Device

  • Provides additional discrete synchronization protection

Data Table Interface

  • Accommodates interface with a building management system

Generator Demand Priority Control

  • An automatic priority sequencing function to modulate the number of gensets online to control load percentages per machine, assist with fuel efficiency, and maintain adequate reserve capacity