Number 1 | April 2015 | siemens.

com/e-installation

E-Installation
The professional magazine for low-voltage power distribution
and electrical installation technology

Looking into the

future of industry
Focus on digitalization
atHannover Messe 2015

E-Installation 1/2015 | Contents

From April 13 to 17, international trade visitors will be meeting

atHannover Messe 2015 for the largest and most important
industrial fair in the world. In Hall 9, Siemens will be presenting
new products and solutions under the slogan On the way to
Industrie 4.0 Driving the Digital Enterprise.
Cover photo: Siemens AG

Claudia Levetzow

Focus: Hannover Messe

Editorial

Power distribution

03 Power distribution for digitalized industry

18 Reliable and maintenance free

Vacuum switching technology with new products

Cover story
04 Looking into the future of industry
Focus on digitalization at Hannover Messe 2015

20 Unshakable
Sivacon S8 low-voltage power distribution board
certified for extreme conditions

06 Communication creates transparency

Communication-capable 3VA2 molded case
circuitbreaker

22 Carbon dust test passed safely

LD busbar trunking system from the Sivacon 8PS line

Protection systems

28 Systematic energy monitoring

Precision tool manufacturer identifies potential
forgreater energy efficiency

08 Safe, comfortable environment

Modern protection system for electrical installation
inhistoric inn

Power monitoring

10 Guardian of the buyers paradise

Comprehensive fire protection at KaDeWe in Berlin

26 Sustainable energy models for the industry

Power monitoring supports Fraunhofer IISB project
forsustainable energy use

New products

Building control

12 Switching in wind and weather

3KD switch disconnector

30 Dynamic learning environment

Energy-efficient lighting with KNX and DALI

13 Sentron protection devices / Alpha fix 8WH

measuring transformer terminal

Installation technology

14 Alpha distribution boards / 5SV residual current

circuit breakers / Arc fault detection units for PV
applications
16 CC100A charging cable / Simaris ConFiguration

Basic / Sivacon sicube 8MF1 system cubicles
24 RDG165KN room thermostat / 3KC ATC3100 transfer

control device
25 Improved selectivity and optimum motor protection
3VA molded case circuit breaker
32 KNX presence detector with brightness controller /

IP Control Center N 152 Update V2.0.0

33 Standards for planning and design

DIN EN 61439 standards for switchgear and control
system implementation

Service and dialogue

34 Cross-media corner
35 Training and dates / Trade fair schedule 2015

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Siemens AG

Power distribution
fordigitalized industry

Have you claimed your free Siemens ticket for Hannover Messe yet? From April 13
to 17, the leading international trade fair is again addressing exciting trends and
topics, and Siemens, as usual, is setting standards with its booth. Under the slogan
On the way to Industrie 4.0 Driving the Digital Enterprise, the focus this year is
on the increasing digitalization of industry. As part of the digitalization process,
industrial power grids will be provided with digital and additional measurement
and automation systems as well as options for control and regulation. This
development presents industrial enterprises with new challenges as they look to
increase the energy efficiency of their plants, ensure security of supply, and secure
increasingly complex plants and systems against overloads and short circuits with
modern protection systems.
Our holistic solutions meet these challenges for sustainable and cost-effective
power supply with Totally Integrated Power, which we are presenting at Booth D35
in Hall 9. These solutions include an enhanced version of the communication-
capable 3VA molded case circuit breaker from the Sentron portfolio, which we are
also presenting in our cover story. Furthermore, we show you our systems for
power monitoring with powermanager software and measuring devices (see how
these prove themselves in industrial practice, starting on page 28).
But of course the new E-Installation is not just about solutions for industry. As
always, we inform you about our new products for electrical installation in residential and nonresidential buildings and for switching technology for medium-
voltage systems. And we again present some interesting examples, such as how
your colleagues have provided for comprehensive fire protection in a historic inn
and in Berlins famous KaDeWe, and how a dynamic learning environment was
ensured in a new school through energy-efficient lighting.
Oh, and if you do not yet have your free Siemens ticket for Hannover Messe, on
page 35 you will find the QR code to use your smartphone to go directly to our
Hannover Messe website. I hope you find this issue informative and enjoyable.

Sincerely

Andreas Matth
CEO Low Voltage & Products

E-Installation 1/2015 | Cover

Focus on digitalization at Hannover Messe 2015

Claudia Levetzow

Looking into the

future of industry

It will soon be that time again: from April 13 to 17, the largest and most
important industrial fair in the world will open its doors in Hanover. As
theworlds leading competence center for the future of industry and energy,
Siemens will be presenting its numerous innovations at an impressive
booth in Hall 9.

igitalization has become the key driver of

growth in almost all sectors of industry. Only
by merging the virtual and real worlds of production can industrial enterprises shorten time to
market, align production to be more efficient and
flexible, and thus compete internationally. With this
in mind, Siemens has chosen the slogan On the
way to Industrie 4.0 Driving the Digital Enterprise
for its booth in Hanover this year. On 3,500 m2, visitors will find a range of products and solutions in

the fields of electrification, holistic automation,

and digitalization for the manufacturing indus
trysuch as Totally Integrated Automation (TIA),
Integrated Drive Systems (IDS), industrial software,
and data-based services. In addition, with Totally
Integrated Power (TIP) Siemens is demonstrating its
holistic solutions for sustainable and cost-effective
power supply, which is becoming more and more
important with the increasing digitalization of industry.

Cover | E-Installation 1/2015

The portfolio of 3VA molded case circuit breakers has

been extended to include motor and starter protection
variants and provides high savings potential through
optimized tripping characteristics for the 3VA2

solutions offering, Siemens will also be exhibiting

the extended version of the communication-capable
molded case circuit breaker of the 3VA series from
the Sentron portfolio for low-voltage power distribution. An impressive 3D model of the 3VA molded
case circuit breaker demonstrates new features and
versions. Additional products in the portfolio for
low-voltage power distribution are also being presented at the booth. These include new features for
the arc fault detection units, components for converter protection, and the 3WL air circuit breaker. In addition, with the latest version of the powermanager
software and measuring devices from the Sentron
portfolio, Siemens is presenting the ideal solution for
comprehensive energy monitoring in small and medium-sized industrial plants and commercial buildings.

Looking ahead

Siemens AG

Siemens opens up a futuristic world of experience to

its visitors in a separate Digitalization Forum. In six
tours of specific applications of digital technologies
in the manufacturing and process industries as well

Visit us at Hannover Messe

When: April 13 to 17
Where: Hannover Messe, Hall 9, Booth D35

Reliable and efficient power supply

One of the solutions being exhibited is the Sion prod
uct line for medium voltage, which uses vacuum
technology to provide safe switching for high-current and generator applications, with reliable per
formance over the entire service life. For reliable
andefficient transmission and distribution of large
amounts of power over long distances, Siemens
presents the new LI busbar trunking system from the
Sivacon 8PS line. For the s pecial requirements for
safe power transmission inwind turbine towers,
Siemens offers the right solution with the new LDM
busbar trunking system. New switch disconnectors
of the 3KD series are presented for reliable personnel and plant protection especially in photovoltaic
systems and wind turbines. As part of its protection

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as mechanical engineering, the company provides

insight into the importance of the interaction between the virtual world and the real world for many
industries, and how digitalization will shape the
future. 

INFO AND CONTACT

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siemens.com/hm

E-Installation 1/2015 | Cover story

here is no question about it:

molded case circuit breakers are
among the most important protective components in large residential
and commercial buildings as well as
inindustrial manufacturing facilities.
After all, they protect the electrical
equipment and installations in case of
faults such as short circuits and overloads. But their benefits now go far beyond that protection, thanks to new
technical capabilities. Of particular importance is their ability to detect and
transmit energy and power data, which
allows them to serve as an important
basis for efficient, reliable processes in
automated environments. To optimize
this efficiency, high transparency of all
consumption values and system states

is required. In order to deliver their full

value, circuit breakers must be able to
accurately detect measured values and
provide appropriate interfaces for their
transfer as do the molded case circuit
breakers of the 3VA2 series.

Data suppliers to
higher-levelsystems
Although communication-capable mol
ded case circuit breakers can also be
used as separate, independent information suppliers, using and processing
the data in higher-level building automation systems is much more effective.
Due to the ever-increasing demand
for energy in manufacturing processes,
integrating the energy data from the

power distribution system into the

companys higher-level systems is particularly important. That is why the
Totally Integrated Automation (TIA) automation strategy also includes protection devices such as circuit breakers
and measuring devices for energy data
acquisition from power distribution
and equipment. For efficient automation of commercial and large residential
buildings, Total Building Solutions (TBS)
integrate all building services in one
system, and molded case circuit breakers can provide the basic electrical consumption data here as well. Last but
not least, these devices are also an integral part of Siemens solutions for
s ecure electrical power distribution:

Totally Integrated Power (TIP) guaran-

Communication-capable 3VA2 molded case circuit breakers

Communication creates
transparency
In terms of the benefits of molded case circuit breakers, the ability to communicate is
the icing on the cake. The new devices in the 3VA2 series thus become an excellent
information system: used in higher-level energy management or automation systems,
the data collected create transparency and lay the foundation for systematic energy
monitoring.

Ethernet (Modbus TCP)

3VA line
Profibus DP
T-connector

T-connector

Powerconfig
configuration software
Powermanager energy
monitoring software
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3VA2 molded case

circuit breaker

COM060
communication module

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tees efficient and reliable power dis tion, can be retrieved using the system.
tribution from the medium-voltage This approach allows fault currents and
infeed to the consumption point.
impending overload conditions to be
recognized early enough that counterHigh data transparency
measures can be taken before an actual
fault occurs.
andinformation density
In this way, the data support systemAppropriately integrated communication- atic management of processes for maxcapable molded case circuit breakers imum system availability and, thanks to
provide valuable data from the power the information density, lay the foundistribution systems to the higher-level dation for comprehensive energy and
automation systems, where the latest system monitoring.
current, voltage, consumption, and
power data are then available at all Systematic energy monitoring
times. In addition, an overview of switch
states and all status, error, and alarm Data transparency in power consumpmessages is always guaranteed. Addi- tion makes it possible to reduce load
tional information, such as for mainte- peaks and identify potential savings,
nance, diagnostics, and fault localiza- which enables companies to meet the

3VA molded case circuit breaker

Technical requirements
In order for molded case circuit breakers to be integrated into automation
environments, they must be able to
communicate using standard protocols.
The 3VA2 series meets this requirement
with special electronic trip units (ETUs).
The ETUs of the 8 series include a measurement function for current, voltage,
consumption, and power data. If only
current needs to be detected, ETUs of
the 5 series are the ideal solution.
Switch state levels and maintenance
information are collected using the

ETUs and forwarded via data concentrators to higher-level systems. The

data are transferred using the com
monProfibus, Profinet, and Industrial
Ethernet (Modbus TCP) bus systems.
The molded case circuit breakers are
quick and easy to parameterize, commission, and maintain using the Powerconfig software.

Modular, highly flexible system

Optimal support for all the functions of a modern power distribution
system
Wide range of accessories for extended functionality
Minimum space requirements
Excellent selectivity
Series 3VA1 for standard applications with a rated current of up to 250 A
Series 3VA2 with communication-capable components for demanding
applications with a rated current of up to 630 A

The 3VAs wide range of communication capabilities enables flexible applications

Profibus DP
Profinet

Ethernet

Display
DSP800

COMBOO
data concentrator

Expansion module 7KM PAC

Switched Ethernet Profinet

Expansion module 7KM PAC

7KM PAC Profibus DP

Siemens AG

Simatic S7

organizational and technical specifications of the DIN EN ISO 50001 standard

for an energy monitoring system. Using
software and measuring devices, this
system records the energy flows of the
company in all areas of production.
With existing systems, measuring devices from the 7KM PAC series are ideal.
However, by combining protection and
measurement functions, molded case
circuit breakers save space as well as
installation and maintenance effort in
new systems. The powermanager energy monitoring software monitors the
energy flows. TV Rheinland has certified the complete Sentron portfolio of
energy monitoring software, meters,
and switches as compliant with the
standards for supporting an energy
management system in accordance
with ISO 50001.

INFO
siemens.com/3va

Modern protection system for electrical installation in historic inn

Siemens AG/W.Geyer

Safe, comfortable environment

The Beim Fchsle inn in the Allgu region of Germany relies on tradition combined
withmodern technology. A modern electrical installation ensures smooth operation.
Thepowerful fire alarm system and central building control meet the highest standards
ofsafety, protection, and comfort.

he 200-year-old farmhouse that today serves

as the Beim Fchsle inn is located in the small
village of Kirch-Siebnach, in the middle of a
green Allgu countryside. Just outside the door is the
old Way of St. James. Pilgrims, hikers, cyclists, and
day-trippers can find everything they need to take a
break here.
Almost 10 years ago, Melanie Gebler and Ludwig
Seitz took over the then-vacant family property.
Since then, the two have been working tirelessly to
modernize this rare jewel with great care. In the summer of 2013, the building was extended to include a
generous new addition with seating for an additional
90 guests and a restaurant kitchen with modern

equipment. As the owners discussed the replacement of the dilapidated barn next to the historic
main house, they agreed: We wanted the highest
standards in all areas. And that also means perfect,
functional technology, which does not necessarily
have to be visible to the guest.
Both in the new building and in the historical part,
the project team paid special attention to the electrical installation. The existing cables and socket outlets were still in compliance with standards, but they
no longer corresponded to current capabilities relating to safety and comfort. An additional challenge
was the limited capacity of the incoming cable from
a regional energy supplier to the remote location.

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Monitoring and comfort

All electrical energy flows are monitored with a
Sentron measuring device from the 7KM PAC series.
At load peaks, individual loads are automatically reported and switched off in an orderly manner as
soon as a defined limit value is reached. This makes
it possible to reliably operate the restaurant even at
full capacity utilization, and it also helps save power.
At the same time, the supply and infeed of unneeded
energy from the photovoltaic system, for example
are monitored.
Heating, lighting, and ventilation provide for a
pleasant environment in the dining rooms and guest
bedrooms. Everything is controlled using the flexible
and scalable Gamma instabus KNX bus system. The
attractive high-quality single switch with KNX func-

Light and ventilation in the rooms are easily controlled using

amodern KNX system with a central touchpanel control station

Siemens AG/W.Geyer

The overall solution developed by Siemens therefore

relies on transparency and controlled processes in
power consumption. Powerful protection components for the electrical installation, a measuring device for monitoring the electrical energy flows, a KNX
system for the central building control, and an automatic fire alarm system meet the highest standards
of safety, protection, and comfort.
Appropriately designed miniature circuit breakers
(MCBs) secure the many electrical loads through
outthe building complex, including highly energy-
intensive systems such as refrigerators and water decalcification units, against overloads and short circuits caused by operation as well as short circuits in
cables and wires. Residual current circuit breakers
(RCCBs) protect people from electric shock.
To ensure the complete safety of the electrical installation in the Beim Fchsle inn, 15 additional arc
fault detection units were installed. These devices
also respond to serial arc faults, which cannot be
detected by MCBs and RCCBs, by switching off the
affected circuits safely within a fraction of a second.
This eliminates possible causes of electrically induced fires.
Dining rooms, bedrooms, kitchens, and technology areas are also monitored and protected with 50
automatic fire detectors. In case of fire, the system
immediately triggers a warning tone and reports the
fire simultaneously to the Sinteso FC2020 fire control panel. People are warned early and can safely
leave the premises. An automatic display shows the
exact location where the fire has started.

Siemens AG/W.Geyer

Comprehensive solution
for safety and fireprotection

The signals from the 50 fire detectors distributed throughout

theinn come together in the FC2020 Sinteso fire control panel

tions blends in unobtrusively with the interior design.

Using a central touchpanel control field, all the lights
and ventilation systems can be switched on or off
from one location. Gebler sees this as very practical,
especially at the end of business hours, as it eliminates the need for unnecessary walking.

INFO AND CONTACT

siemens.com/lowvoltage
roland.wagner@siemens.com

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Comprehensive fire protection in KaDeWe

Guardian of the
buyers paradise
Berlins Kaufhaus des Westens has offered the entire universe of luxury brands under
oneroof for more than 100 years. KaDeWe, as it is casually abbreviated, has long been
theepitome of luxury and wealth, putting it among the top 10 of the most exclusive
international department stores, together with Harrods in London and Printemps in Paris.
Only the best is good enough when it comes to the building and safety technology as
well which is why the protection system was expanded to include the innovative arc
faultdetection units from Siemens.

troll along the luxury boulevard glamour and pull out their credit cards
with the design shops of the major at the numerous cash registers. More
fashion labels ranging from Bul- than 500 subdistributors, all equipped
gari to Louis Vuitton and visit the in an exemplary manner with the reBeauty Department with exclusive quired switching and protection combrands that cannot be found anywhere ponents, reliably provide the necessary
else in Germany. Enjoy a few French power.
rock oysters at the Oyster Bar in the
But these protective devices were no
largest delicatessen department in longer sufficient for Wolfgang Maschke,
Europe, accompanied by a glass of who heads the stores 30-strong in
Veuve Clicquot and a sip of Hennessy house technical department, because
X.O. Finally, slip into the new high heels they do not respond to arc faults caused
from Jimmy Choo in The Loft, or put by defective electrical devices, loose
a Blancpain Le Brassus Tourbillon contacts, or kinked cables, which can
around your wrist at jeweler Christ. A lead to excessive heating or cable fires.
visit to Berlins Tauentzienstrasse 2124 We consider everything that has to
in Germanys most famous temple of dowith safety to be the top priority,
consumption, KaDeWe, has something and we always employ state-of-the-art
technology, he says, explaining the
almost sacred about it.
credo of his team. However, we have
Electrical installation
only limited influence on the electrical
equipment of external companies. That
withexemplary protection
makes it even more important for us to
The 60,000 square meters of retail control the risk of fire caused by arc
space feature 380,000 different pre- faults.
mium products, showcased with the
help of 70,000 energy-efficient lamps. Maximum safety for events
Sixty-four escalators and 25 elevators
lead to the eight floors, where around It is not only the electrical equipment
50,000 visitors a day up to 180,000 of cleaning and other service compabefore the holidays search for a little nies that is a problem at KaDeWe. Even
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greater danger is posed by the many

events that are part of the depart
mentstores experiential program. At
these spectacular fashion nights, design talks, exhibition openings, and
e xclusive launches of new fragrance
creations or fashion collections, several
thousand VIP customers, celebrities,
models, and journalists arrive at the
building. In the event space in the
atrium an especially fire-sensitive
area right next to flammable clothing
there are a great number of spotlights,
speakers, microphone systems, monitors, projectors, and control panels belonging to external event agencies that
are beyond the control of Maschkes
technical teams.
Electrical professional Michael Hafemeister, who with his Hafemeister Plan
GmbH is a longtime specialist partner,
had the solution at hand: the Siemens
arc fault detection units, which is
unique in Europe. It detects dangerous
arc faults automatically and reliably,
and immediately and safely switches
off the affected circuits, thus complementing the usual protective devices
and creating an integrated protection
system. With this device, we can now
for the first time successfully address

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KaDeWe Berlin

Fire protection system

The arc fault detection
units,which also recognizes
serial arc faults, offers
comprehensive fire protection in combination with
RCCB or RCBO switches.
It continuously measures
theintensity and duration
of, and gaps in, the highfrequency noise of current
and voltage. Integrated
filters with intelligent software analyze these signals
and cause the connected
circuit to be switched off
within fractions of a
secondin the event of
irregularities.

Siemens AG/W.Geyer

http://www.nils-krueger.de

With the frequent events in

the event space in the atrium,
the newly installed Siemens
arc fault detection units
areparticularly important
because the KaDeWe technical team cannot guarantee
the safety of the external
event service providers large
quantities of equipment.
Thepermanently installed
technology is equipped with
the required switching and
protection components in an
exemplary manner

the previous vulnerability in the electrical installation, says Hafemeister. The

first arc fault detection devices, which
he installed in the distribution board
relevant to the atrium area, have already experienced their first baptism
by fire: The water vacuum cleaner of a
workman caused a serial arc outside
business hours. The affected circuit
was switched off immediately so there
was no risk of fire. For this reason, the
commercial kitchens on the restaurant
floor and other distribution boards in
fire-sensitive areas are to be successively retrofitted with arc fault detection units.
INFO AND CONTACT
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andreas.franke@siemens.com

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Christian Maurer - Fotolia

3KD switch disconnector

Switching in wind and weather

With the 3KD switch disconnectors, photovoltaic systems
and wind turbines can now also be safely protected.

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Siemens AG

or photovoltaic systems, the new allow flexible use of the 3KD switch
six-pole devices of the 3KD switch disconnectors. They can be easily operdisconnector series for high volt- ated even without opening the control
ages of up to 1,200 V DC are ideal. cabinet. Pluggable phase barriers proThepermissible AC operating voltage tect against phase arcing. The contact
tolerance of the three- and four-pole positions of the switches are clearly vis3KD switch disconnectors has been ible through transparent contact covincreased to +10 percent, so that ers. The devices are lockable, enabling

theynow can also safely shut off the the prevention of unauthorized switchpower in wind turbines with voltages ing. After simple assembly, it is easy to
of 690 V AC. The devices thus offer re- put the switch disconnector into operliable protection for personnel during ation. The modular design and extenrepair or maintenance and, as emer- sive accessories allow for easy expangency off switches, protect from elec- sion for additional functions.
tric shock in case of malfunctions. For
use in buildings, industrial manufactur- Comprehensive service
ing, wind turbines, and photovoltaic andsupport
systems, 3KD switch disconnectors
allow currents of up to 1,600 A to be Comprehensive service and support
switched. All 3KD switch disconnectors offerings can support the engineering
are climate-proof and meet the provi- of the 3KD switch disconnectors. For
sions of the IEC 60947-1, IEC 60947-3, example, 11 CAx data types for mecha
and VDE 0660-107 standards.
nical and electrical planning are availIn addition to the front drives, the able online. Circuit diagrams, wiring
newly available sidewall rotary actua- diagrams, dimensional drawings, and
tors for left- or right-side attachment 3D-models can be downloaded using

3KD switch disconnectors now meet the

highdemands of photovoltaic systems and
windturbines

the CAx Download Manager. The data

can be combined flexibly and integrated
into common projection tools.

INFO AND CONTACT

siemens.com/3kd
santos.christian@siemens.com

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Sentron protection devices

Siemens AG

Uniform color and design

Modular devices now in uniform,

modern design

o create a uniform appearance in

the control cabinet, Siemens is
adapting the Sentron protection
devices to the modern design of the
new devices. Initially, the 5SL miniature
circuit breakers, the 5SV residual current circuit breakers, and the on/off
switches of the 5TL were redesigned,

followed by the devices of the series

5SY, 5SJ4...HG, and 5SU RCBO, as well
as the 5ST supplementary components.
More products will be adapted in close
succession during the year. All switch
levers and manual shifter levers are
now gray instead of the current black,
and the Siemens logo will have uniform

petrol blue colors. The order numbers

(MFLB) and the technical characteristics of the products will remain unchanged. Existing certifications will
also remain. This means that no
changes in the database are needed.
siemens.com/sentron

Alpha fix 8WH measuring transformer terminals

Easy checking and separating

of electrical circuits

siemens.com/alpha

Siemens AG

or simple and straightforward maintenance and commissioning, the new 8WH measuring transformer terminals from the portfolio of screw terminals enable the
testing and disconnection of circuits without shutdown.
They are designed for a maximum load current of 57 A at a
10-mm2 cross section and a rated uninterrupted current of
41 A. An isolating device in the through-type connection of
the isolating and instrument isolating terminals allows the
electrical division of a terminals input and output. Test sockets can be screwed onto the front panel of through-type and
isolating terminals. Using jumpers, two side-by-side terminals can be wired in parallel. Various instrument sets for a
transformer, three transformers with a neutral point, and an
instrument set with a test option enable versatile tests.
Accessories include 2-pin jumpers, 10-pin jumpers, and test
sockets in a variety of colors, as well as 2-pin short-circuit
connectors.
To screw in the test adapter, 8WH screw connections
areprovided on both sides of the 8.2-mm-wide measuring
transformer terminals

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Alpha distribution board

Now also in
special colors

he Alpha distribution board for

currents of 160, 400, 630, and

1,250 A for both DIN and NF technology is now available in numerous

special colors in addition to the standard colors, allowing customer requirements to be quickly met at all times.
Special colors required in tenders, such
as for emergency applications, can be
promptly delivered. If necessary, the
floor-mounted and wall-mounted distribution boards can be color coordinated. The Alpha distribution board
product line includes unequipped distribution boards and assembly kits for
project-related and custom compilation
as well as extensive accessories. Alpha
distribution boards are perfectly coordinated in technology and design and
are used in infrastructure, industrial
applications, and buildings.

Alpha distribution board: assembly kits

for 3VA molded case circuit breakers

Quickly installed

Siemens AG

siemens.com/alpha

The assembly kits for 3VA molded case circuit breakers are quickly installed
with the appropriate device mounting plate, front cover with support, and
fixing screws

In addition to standard colors, the distribution

boards are also available in special colors

n the Alpha distribution board, up to three switches per

ssembly kit can be positioned using the installation kits
a
for the 3VA molded case circuit breakers. The assembly kits
enable integration of the switch in various sizes and with
extensive accessories. Thanks to device-specific mounting
plates, assembly is quick and easy. The assembly kits can be
combined as desired and according to project. Both threeand four-pole switches can thus be used in different sizes in
the distribution boards. Even retrofitting is not a problem.
Thanks to the flexible punching of the device mounting
plates, the number of molded case circuit breakers can be
increased if necessary.

Siemens AG

siemens.com/alpha

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5SV residual current circuit breakers

Clear display

T
Siemens AG

he new 5SV RCCBs provide comprehensive safety with respect to

all types of fault current with the
variants of type A, AC, F, G, K, SEL, and
SIGRES. They are highly flexible and
also very user-friendly. The switching
state can be immediately recognized
based on the gray actuators with handle printing and/or a separate display
window both in red/green. Reacharound and touch protection is ensured
by plastic covers on the terminals.

Funnel-shaped terminal openings allow

all cables from 0.75 to 35 mm2 to be
easily and securely introduced. Extensive data facilitates planning and configuration. Attachment and release of
the standard mounting rail from the
collection composite is easy and requires no tools.

siemens.com/sentron

With clearly recognizable switching positions

andhandle printing, the new 5SV RCCBs offer
even greater safety

Arc fault detection units for PV applications

Safe shutdown

Arc faults in
thesystem are
immediately
signaled by the
fireprotection
blocks by a red
LED

Siemens AG

hotovoltaic systems are sometimes subjected to

e xtreme environmental conditions. Damage to pipes
and insulation as well as soiling are not uncommon.
Forcomprehensive safety, proven protective devices such
asfuses, miniature circuit breakers, and residual current protective devices are complemented with the arc fault detection units, which detect arc faults in a string easily and accurately. The arc fault detection units reports the error with a
visual and audible signal. Using the integrated signal connection, a separator in the PV string can be tripped. After elimination of the fault, the arc fault detection units can be reset
using a reset button. The arc fault detection units can be easily retrofitted, can be mounted on standard mounting rails,
and feature very effective protection because vulnerable
strings are safely switched off and electrically ignited fires
are prevented.

siemens.com/afdd
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CC100A charging cable

Flexible charging at the socket outlet

Siemens AG

Different types
ofconnectors
make the CC100A
charging cable
usable throughout Europe and
for almost any
vehicle type

charging station or pillar is not

a lways needed: the CC100A

charging cable is a safe and

convenient alternative for charging

electric vehicles at home or on the

road. It connects to standard household socket outlets and is compa
tiblewith the most common types in
Europe, thanks to various plug variants.
In this way, the mobile charging unit in
charging mode 2, in accordance with
IEC 61851, can serve as an emergency
charging cable if an accessible charging
pillar is not available. The internatio
nally common camping plug (CEE blue
6h) even allows faster single-
phase
charging with 16 A and a charg
ing
power of 3.7 kW. Because the CC100A
charging cable is available with vehicle-side charging couplings of type 1 or
type 2, it is suitable for almost all commercially available electric vehicles.
The control box can be operated in
tuitively using self-explanatory symbols. It allows quick adjustment of the
charging current to any home installation, and the fixed charge current upper
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limit is transmitted to the connected

vehicle.
In addition to excellent user-friend
liness, the cable ensures maximum
safety for people, vehicles, and electrical infrastructure. An electronic RCCB
of type A is integrated into the box,
which satisfies the conditions for safe
charging of electric vehicles in accordance with IEC 61851. Multilevel temperature management prevents thermal overload. The control box indicates
via LED if the charging process has
been automatically interrupted due to
high temperatures. Thanks to its robust
design, the charging cable is durable
and weather resistant. The enclosure
and the charge coupling can be driven
over and are resistant to environmental influences such as dirt, moisture,
and temperature fluctuations. The control box even features the high degree
of protection IP67.

siemens.com/lowvoltage/
electromobility

High-quality,
readily available,
andcost-effective:
Sivacon sicube 8MF1
complete cubicles

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Simaris ConFiguration Basic

Now even more user-friendly

Siemens AG

he free Simaris ConFiguration Basic (SCFB) quotation

and configuration software for the entire electrical
installation supports the configuration of all Alpha distribution boards as well as Sikus 1600 power distribution
boards. The software is specifically aimed at installers and
control cabinet builders and leads them step-by-step through
the entire project from project data and configuration to
the data for cost calculation and documentation with extensive output functions. In the new version, the tool has been
optimized, making it more user-friendly. The structured
menus prevent errors by presenting a logical sequence for
the configuration. In addition, configuration is now also supported graphically and the data outputs can be improved
with measures such as a busbar overview and field outputs.
An Excel list facilitates power loss calculation for the detection of heating in accordance with IEC 61439.
siemens.com/scfb

The free Simaris CFB software is available for download

from the Industry Online Support website

Sivacon sicube 8MF1 system cubicles

Complete cabinet
without compromises

Siemens AG

ustom-equipped system cabinets are not always required for installation. For four typical applications,
Siemens has compiled complete Sivacon sicube 8MF1
cubicles. They are particularly simple and quick to order and
are characterized by an attractive price/performance ratio.
They are used in applications such as power plant control systems, in converters, in transportation, and as control cabinets in industry. These complete solutions focused on the
essentials are in no way technically or qualitatively inferior
to customized solutions. An intensive consultation is unnecessary with these cabinets, and the absence of special colors
or cutouts contributes to an optimal price/performance ratio.
For special solutions, a customized empty control cubicle enclosure can be compiled in just a few steps from the elements
of the Sivacon sicube 8MF1 and modified according to customer requirements.
siemens.com/sivacon
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Vacuum switching technology with new products

Reliable and maintenance free

Due to its reliable performance throughout its service life, vacuum technology
isnow the preferred switching technology for medium-voltage systems.
But it is also recommended for high-current and generator applications.

Hermetically sealed vacuum

switching tubes are free from
environmental influences

henever high switching per

formance or particularly frequent switching operations
are required, vacuum switching technology is a good solution. Due to the
hermetic encapsulation, there is no corrosion of the active parts and the arc
isnot influenced by gases or particles.
Modern manufacturing and testing
procedures ensure that every tube
d elivered meets high expectations

throughout its entire service life.

As one of the co-inventors of this
technology, with more than 40years of
experience, Siemens offers a comprehensive and perfectly graduated product portfolio. Todays application spectrum ranges from circuit breakers and
reclosers to load switches and contactors to transformer tap changers. This
switchgear is used by energy producers,
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grid operators, and steel mills; in the work and the connected loads from the
paper, automotive, and chemical indus- effects of short circuits. The proven line
tries; in cement plants; and in mining, of compact Sion vacuum circuit breakas well as on ships and in railway appli- ers for air-insulated medium-voltage
systems is used for applications includcations.
Siemens conducts ongoing basic re- ing switching overhead lines, cables,
search and constantly adjusts its com- transformers, capacitors, and motors.
prehensive tube portfolio to reflect the
The Sion product line has now been
latest knowledge. Customer requests extended to include the 3AE5 model
are also incorporated for instance, in with a rated voltage of 17.5kV and a
the development of new application rated breaking current of up to 25kA.
areas or the support of integration into Thanks to the modular and highly customizable design, the vacuum circuit
special equipment designs.
breaker can be easily installed in all
Advanced portfolio
common air-insulated medium-voltage
switchgear. The connection dimensions
As the most important element of a and the locking device are compatible
switchgear assembly, circuit breakers with the previous model. This reduces
reliably switch all operating and fault planning effort and the cost of inte
currents, ensure the load flow in the grating the switch into the switchgear
grid, and protect the distribution net- assembly.

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The 3AK7 is particularly suitable

for switchgear in which high
currents need to be controlled
andin smaller generator switching
applications

The Sion M handles all switching tasks in

medium-voltage distribution networks in
allcommon air-insulated medium-voltage
switchgearas well as in retrofits of existing
switchgear

Advantages of vacuum
switches for high-current
and generator applications
Special contact material for
minimum erosion of the switch
contacts
Specially developed contact
system
Optimized design for efficient
cooling

In addition, the user can choose between different pole-center distances

and openings. This allows different
design variants of a switchgear assembly to be produced for different applications. In addition, production of the
new vacuum circuit breakers is more
environmentally friendly. Due to the
low materials use and modern technologies, CO2 emissions are significantly
reduced. The Sion 3AE5 vacuum circuit
breakers are type tested in accordance
with IEC62271-100 and come standard with 10,000 maintenance-free
switching cycles. With maintenance,
up to 30,000 switching cycles are possible.
Accessory packages are available that
significantly simplify installation of the
circuit breakers in the control panel.
Using an external protective device

Siemens AG

Siemens AG

Control of transient oscillation

voltages with high rates of rise,
which are typical for generators,
without additional capacitor
switching operations

Siemens AG

Safe switch-off through control

of long arc times even with a
lack of zero-crossings

manufacturers that control high currents with 50-kA switchgear but also
want to cover smaller generator switching applications. The latest version,
3AK765, is type tested for generator
High-current switches
switching applications in accordance
with IEEEC37.013 up to 50kA. Due to
forswitching generators
its pole shells, the 3AK7 can be used
With type-tested high-current and with a pole-center distance of 210mm
generator circuit breakers, the decisive up to 17.5kV. It controls operating
factors are also reliability and mainte- currents up to 3,150A as well as up
nance-free operation over the entire to4,000A with forced cooling.
service life of 10,000 switching cycles.
Siemens has perfected the vacuum
switch for the high thermal and mechanical loads of these applications, which
makes it possible to also use the switches
with rated values that previously reINFO AND CONTACT
quired SF6 switching technology.
siemens.com/sion
The compact 3AK7 high-current switch
michael.ernst@siemens.com
is particularly suitable for switchgear
such as a protective relay from the
Siprotec line, the circuit breakers can
be extended into fully communication-
capable devices.

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Sivacon S8 low-voltage switchboard certified for extreme conditions

Unshakable
Whether in industrial applications or in infrastructure, energy must
flow safely and supply various processes reliably with electrical
power even under extreme conditions. The Sivacon S8 low-voltage
switchboard is suitable for applications with seismic requirements or
on the high seas.

s part of the Siemens Totally Integrated Power

(TIP) solution, the Sivacon S8 switchboard
forms the basis for efficient power distribution
on the low-voltage level. It enables reliable power
supply with a high degree of safety for people and
plant even under harsh operating conditions.

Design verified for high safety

The Sivacon S8 low-voltage switchboard is a design
verified switchgear and controlgear assembly. The
design verification is performed by testing in accordance with IEC61439-2. The physical properties are
verified at the testing laboratory for both operation
and failure situations and provide a high level of per20

sonal and plant safety. The additional verification of

the test under conditons of arcing in accordance with
IEC/TR61641 provides for personal safety.
Design verifications are tests performed during
development that are to be carried out by the original manufacturer (developer) of the switchgear assembly. Routine verification must be performed by
the manufacturer of the power switchgear and controlgear assembly (system builder) on every manufactured switchboard prior to delivery. These veri
fications are a decisive part of quality assurance
andthe prerequisite for CE mark in accordance with
EC guidelines and laws.
Whether in earthquake-prone areas or in harsh
conditions on the seven seas, with the Sivacon S8

Sivacon S8
comprehensively certified
Safety for people and plants
bymeans of design and
routineverification according
to with IEC61439-2
Maximum personal and plant
safety in case of arcing by
meansof tests according to
IEC/TR 61641
Earthquake-tested version
forseismic requirements
Certifications for application
onships andoffshore platforms

Even with rough seas and vibrations, the Sivacon S8 low-voltage

switchboard remains stable and functionally reliable

low-voltage switchboard, which is available worldwide, users are on the safe side. It has passed all the
relevant earthquake tests and is authorized with
type approval for use in ships and offshore.

Earthquake-tested version
In the triaxial test on the vibrating table, the Sivacon
S8 easily fulfills the requirements that correspond
to the strain of a major earthquake. In the test, functionality and stability are tested during and after a
possible earthquake.

In addition to aggressive saltwater and sea air, waves

and the vibration of the engines on ships or oil platforms result in permanent strain. Renowned international classification societies have confirmed that the
Sivacon S8 low-voltage switchboard is also suitable
for these applications.

Siemens AG

Certification for offshore applications

As a design verified energy switchgear and controlgear

assembly, the Sivacon S8 low-voltage switchboard offers
safety for people and plants

INFO AND CONTACT

siemens.com/sivacon-s8
volker.haas@siemens.com

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LD busbar trunking system from the Sivacon 8PS line

Even in a harsh
environment with
fine carbon fibers
in the air, the
power distribution
remains safe with
the Sivacon 8PS LD
busbar trunking
system

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Siemens AG

Carbon dust test

passed safely

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In the automotive industry, carbon-fiber

composite materials are increasingly
used to make cars lighter and safer.
As a result, the air in the manufacturing
facility is polluted with fine carbon
fibers.Under these conditions, busbar
trunking systems not only provide a
highlevel of safety but also help save
energy and reduce costs.

Siemens AG

he air-ventilated LD busbar trunking system of

the Sivacon 8PS line has long proven itself,
especially on production lines in the automotive
industry. Due to its compact design and high
short-circuit rating as well as sprinkler-tested water
protection of the ventilated system, it ensures a safe
power supply.

Lengths, elbows, and connection points of the busbar

trunkingsystem are exposed to extreme stress with carbon
dust in a test chamber for 24 hours

Testing the effects of carbon dust

If carbon is processed in the production lines, very
fine fibers can be released and float in the air. To
ensure the usual level of reliability of the power
supply and to validate the carbon-compatibility of Safe power distribution
the busbar trunking system, Siemens developed a even in harsh environments
test cycle together with a leading German car manufacturer. During a simulated service life of at least The results of the test cycle revealed that the LD bus20 years, the carbon dust should cause neither a bar trunking system guarantees economical, flexible,
functional nor a safety deterioration of the busbar and safe power distribution even in challenging environments containing carbon dust, which are extrunking system.
The test set-up and implementation meet the DIN pected to be more widespread in the future. During
standards and technical regulations of Germanys the tests, there was no significant penetration of carFederal Institute for Occupational Safety and Health bon dust into the busbars or terminals. Insulation
(Bundesanstalt fr Arbeitsschutz und Arbeitsmedizin, tests with and without carbon dust pollution showed
BAuA). Lengths, elbows, and connection points of no differences. Through the epoxy coating and the
the busbar trunking system were installed as test ob- large clearance and creepage distances, the surface
jects horizontally and vertically in a sealed test cham- protection of the conductors prevents from critical
ber. A dust amount corresponding to the maximum jumpers due to deposits within the busbar. The adallowable concentration (MAC) defined by the BAuA vantages of the air-insulated busbar trunking system
was introduced. A fan continuously stirred up the have been thus retained even when subject to this
quantity of carbon dust expected for an operating new type of stress.
period of 20 years in accordance with DIN 60529 for
a test period of 24 hours. Afterward, the testers meaINFO AND CONTACT
sured the final contact resistance and performed a
siemens.com/busbar
high-voltage test (3.5 kV) with the test specimens in
carsten.schwarz@siemens.com
accordance with routine test IEC 60439-1.
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E-Installation 1/2015 | New Products

RDG165KN room thermostat

3KC ATC3100 transfer control device

Room thermostat
measures humidity

Smooth transition
in case of emergency

Siemens AG

he KNX communicating RDG165KN

room thermostat for residential
buildings or smaller industrial
buildings measures and controls not
only the optimal room temperature but
also humidity using an integrated sensor. It relies on reliable control technology fortwo- or four-pipe fan convector
applications with three-stage or DC
fans. The RDG165KN can be used in
combination with universal heating
and cooling systems as well as for the
control of heat pumps. The compact
device for wall-mounted installation
has an elegant and modern design.
With selectable functions and parameters, they not only fulfill a wide range
of customer requirements but also reduce energy costs.

The LEDs on the clearly arranged front layout of the 3KC ATC3100
can also be easily read in poor lighting conditions

siemens.com/room-thermostats

P
The intuitively operated RDG units are available
indifferent variants and ensure a pleasant room
climate

ower failures can lead to very critical situations. If the

power fails in a hospital, for example, all patient care is
paralyzed, thus threatening the life of the patients. To
ensure uninterrupted power supply in infrastructure and in
continuous industrial processes, control devices are used
that automatically switch to a second power supply in case
of malfunctions. The 3KC ATC3100 transfer control device,
with its large voltage range of up to 230/400 V AC, is suited
for low-voltage power distribution applications in which two
independent power supplies are required as a main and reserve system. The device simultaneously monitors two networks; detects power faults such as overvoltage or undervoltage, phase failure, or a fire alarm signal; and can be used
for switching from network to network or from network to
generator and vice versa. The changeover can be carried out
automatically with a set delay time or manually. In conjunction with 3WL/3WT air circuit breakers or 3VA/3VT molded
case circuit breakers, the control system meets international
standards. Complete schematics are available for the configuration of changeovers with switches from the Sentron portfolio. With its low mounting depth of only 99 mm, the 3KC
ATC3100 transfer control device is suitable for front, standard mounting rail, or rear wall mounting and can be wired
quickly thanks to removable terminals. The front side of the
device is designed in degree of protection IP41 and can also
be locked with a transparent protective cover. Another plus:
the LEDs can be easily read, even in poor lighting conditions.
siemens.com/sentron

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3VA molded case circuit breaker

Improved selectivity and

optimum motor protection
The 3VA molded case circuit breaker offers several innovations. With an optimized characteristic
curve (Elisa) with the overcurrent releases, circuit breakers can be selectively staggered as
required in combination with downstream fuses. New starter and motor protection variants
supplement and complete the 3VA portfolio.

lisa describes a special current-

time characteristic curve that is
stored in the molded case circuit
breakers of the 3VA2 series with an
ETU340 Elisa up to 630 A. It improves
selective staggering of upstream circuit
breakers in combination with downstream fuses. Due to the Elisa characteristic curve, the rated current distan
ces between circuit breaker and fuse
can be selected as required. This can result in smaller rated currents for the circuit breaker, allowing smaller, cost-
saving sizes to be selected. Due to the
steeper expression of the Elisa characteristic curve, the switch-off occurs earlier in case of overload with the same
protective behavior, compared to an
LSI characteristic curve, thus reducing
the electrical load of the equipment. In
addition, parameters can be set for
ETUs with Elisa characteristic curves
more easily than with standard LSI
characteristic curves: with ETUs with
Elisa characteristic curves, only the response current of the overload protection I[A] needs to be set.

200 A protects against short circuits. A

separate overload relay is required for
protection against overloads. The 3VA2
motor protection variant from 25 A to
500 A features full motor protection as
a complete assembly. The ETUs of this
series are equipped with characteristic
curves optimized for motors. Phase
sensitivity and thermal memory protect
the motor from overheating. Using an
adjustable inertia class, the overload
release can be set to suit the restart
conditions of the motor to be protected.
Optimal motor protection for drives is
consistently guaranteed up to 200 kW.
The ETU 860M also enables energy
dataacquisition and the transmission

of power and energy data of large drives up to 200 kW for load management, for example. Whether starter
protection or motor protection is required, one motor contactor is used for
operational switching. In either case,
the molded case circuit breaker also
serves as a disconnector to de-energize
the motor for maintenance purposes,
for example. 

INFO AND CONTACT

siemens.com/3va
tom.roschlau@siemens.com

Through optimized release characteristics of the 3VA2 with an ETU 340 Elisa, savings
of up to 20 percent can be achieved, with better selectivity with downstream fuses

The 3VA portfolio has also been expanded to include motor and starter protection variants, completing the product line. The 3VA1 series is available
asa starter protection variant with the
overcurrent release version TM120M,
and the series 3VA2 is available as a star
ter protection variant with ETU 310M
and as a motor protection variant with
ETU 350M and ETU 860M. The 3VA1
starter protection variant from 32 A to

3VA2 molded case circuit breakers

with ETU 340 ELISA

3VA2 molded case circuit breakers

with ETU 350

NH-fuses

NH-fuses

Siemens AG

Optimal motor and

starter protection

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Power monitoring supports Fraunhofer IISB in the SEEDs project

forsustainable energy use

In the research project SEEDs at the Fraunhofer Institute

forIntegrated Systems and Device Technology (IISB),
sustainable energy models and systems are developed
forsmall and medium-sized industrial enterprises. The
research work is supported by the software powermanager
and measuring devices from Siemens.

ow can energy be sustainably

generated and used efficiently
under industrial conditions?
What effects on the whole system do
factors such as line harmonics and reactive power or secondary forms of
energy such as cold, heat and process
gases have? The answers to these
questions have been pursued by the
Bavarian Ministry of Economic Affairs
research project SEEDs since early
2013. At Fraunhofer IISB, located in
Erlangen, Germany, Dr.-Ing. Richard
chsner spearheads the initiative. As
the head of the power engineering
area, he coordinates all SEEDs activities of the three participating Fraunhofer institutes.

Demonstration platform on site

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Sustainable energy
models for
theindustry

leus for making the step into broad in- up to about 1MW. The building comdustrial application, says project ma- plex was therefore also chosen as a
nager chsner, describing the basic study and d
emonstration platform.
orientation. The focus is on companies
with an energy base load in the single- Flexible and stable energy
digit megawatt range. Specifically, it monitoring system
isabout finding out how to achieve
maximum efficiency, cost-effectiven- To implement the SEEDs goals, researess and the greatest possible self- chers can precisely determine from
sufficiency with regard to supply and their real system where and how the
stability. The applied research at Fraun- energy flows. Different forms of energy
hofer IISB in the fields of micro- and can therefore be measured: electric
nano-electronics, power electronics current, the power production of three
and mechatronics includes energy- photovoltaic systems, heat, cooling,
intensive technology, device and ma ventilation, air-conditioning technology,
terial development. The requirements the in-house compressed air system as
and energy consumption thus corres- well as a large DC system for specific repond approximately toa small indust- search tasks. This data forms the basis
rial enterprise. Large energy consumers for all of our research in this area, says
such as air-conditioning and refrigera- Richard chsner, summing it up. Thats
tion in server rooms also contribute to why it was clear from the beginning: We
a base load of the institute building of require an especially flexible and stable
approximately 400kW, with peak loads energy monitoring system.

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Dr.-Ing. Richard chsner (in the back) and system administrator Heinz Schmid are
thrilled by the performance of the software powermanager. Using the web interface,
additional authorized users can work with the system

What was needed was an open system that could be easily retrofitted and
flexibly expanded with many different
measuring devices. The quality of the
data supplied also needs to meet the demands of a long-term research project.
The team led by Richard chsner chose
the software powermanager version 3.0
from Siemens: Very flexible, very open,
and at the same time extremely powerful in accordance with our requirements. The software runs at Fraunhofer
IISB as an independent system on a
W indows PC and is integrated via

Modbus TCP in an Ethernet LAN network. It monitors and archives the data
of 50 measuring points in different
devices. The export function in Excel is
also valued bythe team. The data can be
processed and correlated simultaneously with the building control system.
Electrical energy data such as voltages,
currents, power, energy values, and frequencies are usually measured directly

A total of 15 7KM PAC3100/3200 measuring devices and

8multi-master-capable 7KM PAC4200 units reliably provide
thevarious energy data up to the system level

via measuring devices from the Sentron

portfolio. A total of 15 standard 7KM
PAC3100/3200 models and eight multi-
master compatible 7KM PAC4200 units
enable the data capture up to the system level. A Sicam Power Quality Recorder also documents voltage and network quality.

Energy flows are transparent

Some two years after the start of the
project, more than 90 percent of the
energy flows at Fraunhofer IISB can
now be precisely tracked using the
powermanager software. The entire
energy monitoring system is updated
every second in real time. By means of
this short interval, electrical energy
storage devices can be switched on and
off according to precise needs. This
way, real savings in the form of electrical and thermal energy can be achieved.

The data collected is used for documentation and as a basis for further research. The precise analysis of energy
flows reveals optimization potential in
everyday operation. This enabled starting points for energy improvements
throughout the building and in the existing building of Fraunhofer IISB to be
determined. For example, the first optimization opportunities were identified in the operational strategies for the
concrete core activation and for coupled heat pumps. The support for error
detection using the data obtained
makes the energy monitoring system
also interesting for other areas of the
institute.

INFO AND CONTACT

siemens.com/powermanager
siemens.com/powermonitoring
dieter.tobisch@siemens.com
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Precision tool manufacturer identifies potential for greater energy efficiency

Systematic energy
monitoring
The German precision tool manufacturer
Mader is committed to environmentally
friendly and sustainable operation.
TheMader eco concept includes the
greatest possible energy efficiency,
which is monitored by an power
monitoring system from Siemens.

Siemens AG/W.Geyer

ince 1974, the family-owned company Mader,

inthe Bavarian Allgu, has manufactured
premium-quality precision milling tools. Managing director Gert Mader and his 35 employees are
pursuing more than just the ambitious goal of being

the most technologically advanced company in the

area. With the Mader eco concept, the company
has also committed itself to sustainable, environmentally friendly operation. Production and other
work is carried out in an energy-efficient operational
building with 2,300 m2 of floor space, equipped with
low-energy heating, a central exhaust system with
90 percent heat recovery, and lighting control with
presence detectors. But that was not enough for Gert
Mader, because the annual electricity consumption
in the company was still around 300,000 kWh. He
wanted to identify and then exploit energy savings
potential in the energy-intensive production processes. For this purpose, Mader worked with the engineering company actensys, from the Bavarian

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Power monitoring simply

andquickly ready for operation

Managing director
GertMader, along
with RolandWagner
from Siemens and
MathiasMader
ofactensys (left
toright), is pleased
with the new
efficiency potential

Siemens AG/W.Geyer

To use the powermanager power monitoring

software, all that is needed is a Windows PC
andaLAN for Modbus TCP. Default settings
ensure that the measuring devices are quickly
ready to beused. On the PC, the power values
ofthe monitored characteristics are shown in
hydrograph form and can thus be compared
witheach other.

town of Ellzee, to introduce an power monitoring Through the transparent analysis of energy flows, imsystem last year. Actensys specializes in innovative, minent load peaks can now be identified in time and
thus avoided. Switching on the ventilation system
sustainable energy solutions.
can be delayed when many machines are running in
Transparency with powermanager
production at the same time, for example. In addition, individual loads can be analyzed specifically for
For energy monitoring, actensys CEO Matthias Mader savings potential. In the future, early detection of
relies on the Siemens powermanager software, faults in the machines will also be possible. Other
which is now also used at the Mader company measuring devices and energy values can be incorwhich just happens to have the same name. Together porated into the calculations using bus systems. Last
with 16 7KM PAC3100/3200 measuring devices and but not least, Mader is already prepared for the
a particularly high-performance 7KM PAC4200 from planned implementation of the DIN EN ISO 50001
the Sentron series, powermanager monitors and standard (Energy management systems Requirearchives electrical parameters such as voltages, ments with guidance for application). This allowed
c urrents, power, energy levels, and frequencies. the company to successfully apply for earmarked
government funding from Germanys Federal Office
for Economic Affairs and Export Control (BAFA).

Complete solution in a cabinet

All components of the

powermonitoring system
are installed in a complete
cabinet. In the energyintensive production of
precision milling tools, peak
loads can now be avoided
and electricity costs reduced

All measuring devices, as well as the PC running

powermanager, are compactly and clearly incorporated into a single Alpha cabinet from Siemens. This
allowed the entire solution to be completely installed
and tested at actensys in advance and put into operation quickly and easily on-site. In addition to the
components for the power monitoring system, the
cabinet contains all the necessary protective devices,
such as miniature circuit breakers, residual current
circuit breakers, and a surge protector. This comprehensive protection solution is particularly important
for the precision tool manufacturer because indi
vidual machines are running around the clock in unmanned automatic mode in some cases. The solution
is rounded out with an LV HRC fuse from Siemens,
with which larger currents, such as those that occur
in the BD02 busbar trunking systems from the
Sivacon 8PS line used at Mader, can be safely conducted and disconnected.
INFO AND CONTACT
siemens.com/sentron
roland_wagner@siemens.com

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Energy-efficient lighting with KNX and DALI

Dynamic learning
environment
The four-stream Prfening Elementary School in
Regensburg, Germany, is a modern school in every
respect: a communicative place for almost 400
students and their teachers, with optimal learning
conditions along with maximum cost-effectiveness
and energy efficiency created by the city and the
office of twoo Architekten of Cologne. The energy
efficiency is even checked continuously with a special
energy monitoring project.

he city of Regensburg set high

standards for the construction of
Prfening Elementary School: it
was to be not only an architecturally attractive and functional building that
could be used as a full-day school, but
also optimized in terms of sustainability. This meant that the current energy
efficiency standards were to be exceeded by least 30 percent as with all
new buildings in the city.
For the electrical engineering, only
an automated, centrally managed
solution with KNX came into consideration by the IB PEMA planning office
from Regensburg and the Weikl electrical installation company from Bodenmais. Together with partners from
Siemens, the team planned all the energy-related aspects from the building structure to heating, ventilation,
sun protection, and lighting with specific building simulations. Special attention was paid to the lighting, because
in addition to achieving energy savings
through the automation of lighting and
shading, a particularly attractive learn30

ing environment was to be created in The lights in the hallways and in the
the classrooms with lighting atmo- functional and technical areas turn off
spheres.
automatically if they are not turned on
manually. In the restrooms and changDynamic Light lighting system
ing rooms, the light is controlled exclusively automatically.
Artificial light is a major cost factor in a
school building. With daylight-based Responsible use of energy
control of efficient linear fluorescent
luminaires incorporated in Prfening Taking responsibility in dealing with
Elementary School, and with presence one another, with the school building,
detectors in rooms that are not used with materials, and with the environregularly, power consumption is signi ment is part of the stated mission
ficantly reduced. In the classrooms, the ofPrfening Elementary School. The
light color and intensity are controlled lighting system perfectly complements
with the Dynamic Light lighting system. this mission. A measurement point on
With KNX/DALI gateway modules and the roof detects whether the daylight
event modules, lighting atmospheres ensures a brightness of at least 300 lux
are generated to assist the elementary in the rooms facing away from the sun.
school students in learning. The central If this is the case, the room lighting is
control unit in the classroom is the automatically switched off. The caremedia column, on which the window, taker can check the status of the doors
door, and chalkboard light bands can or the lighting on a touchpanel to rebe switched on and off separately from trieve information about wind, outdoor
each other. From there, the awnings, brightness, and outdoor temperature.
which retract in case of high winds or Because the primary HVAC system and
rain, are also controlled automatically. the heating are equipped with Siemens

Stadt Regensburg, Peter Ferstl

Stadt Regensburg, Peter Ferstl

Building control | E-Installation 1/2015

products, the indoor climate can be

djusted via KNX as required and in a
a
very energy-efficient manner. Prfening E
lementary School even goes a
stepfurther: in collaboration with the
R egensburg Energy Agency and the

Technical University of Regensburg, the

schools energy consumption is monitored in an energy monitoring pilot and
research project. All energy flows are
recorded in order to verify the effectiveness of the energy efficiency systems. The first results: compared to the
old building, the new schools energy
requirements are only 10 percent of the
original energy consumption.

Siemens AG

At Prfening Elementary School, energy is saved

systematically. To enable systematic savings,
thelighting (above) and shading (above right)
are controlled based on daylight

KNX/DALI gateways and event modules from Siemens create different lighting atmospheres
for optimal learning in the classroom

Energy efficiency with KNX and DALI

46 switch actuators with
8channels each

15 line couplers

1 weather station

12 KNX/DALI gateways

1 time switch

38 eightfold window blind switches

2 logic operation modules

INFO AND CONTACT

276 tactile sensors

2 event modules

siemens.com/gamma
helmut.schnitzler@siemens.com
thomas.neuhoff@siemens.com

108 push-button interfaces

7 brightness controllers

38 presence detectors

9 KNX auxiliary clocks

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E-Installation 1/2015 | New products

KNX presence detector with brightness controller

For efficient lighting

siemens.com/knx

Siemens AG

n building automation, the demand for energy-efficient

solutions is growing, while energy standards are also becoming more stringent. KNX presence detectors help to
meet the most demanding requirements. The detectors control up to three independent output channels for various
functions in the room, such as lighting, sun protection, and
HVAC systems. Each output channel individually controls the
functions at the beginning and end of an action. The delay
times can be adjusted. For a consistent brightness level in
the work environment, the integrated brightness controls
allow for up to five groups of luminaires to be semiautomatically or fully automatically controlled.

Presence detectors and brightness controller for efficient lighting

IP Control Center N 152 update V2.0.0

More data points,

new control elements

ith a highly customizable user interface, the IP

ontrol Center makes intuitive visualization of a
C
KNX system possible. Room automation can be displayed on and operated from web-enabled devices such as
tablets or smartphones and this operation can be individually tailored using profiles with different access rights.
Configuration is done by using ETS and the Web Editor.
Powerful application modules such as the annual switching
program, scene and event control, logic functions, and an
alarm module with e-mail notification are integrated. The
free firmware V2.0.0 increases the number of data points to
1,250. In addition, new control elements for RGB control,
sliders, and logic functions are available.
Siemens AG

www.siemens.com/IP-Control-Center

Now even more powerful: the IP Control Center N 152,

a compact visualization controller

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Rubrik | E-Installation 2/2014

DINEN61439 standards for switchgear and control system implementation

Siemens AG

New standards for

planning and design
Since November 1, 2014, the new DINEN61439 series of standards for switchgear and
control system implementation has come into force, definitively replacing the predecessor
standard DINEN60439-1. What does that mean for manufacturers and users?

he new standard harmonizes the

specifications and requirements for
low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies. The requirements
and verifications for switchgear and controlgear assemblies are standardized,
and verifications in accordance with
other standards are now unnecessary.
DINEN61439-2 applies to energy
switchgear and controlgear assemblies
comprising at least one item of low-
voltage switchgear. The main functions
of the standard relate to the three areas
of safety, functionality, and availability
of power distribution boards in low-
voltage switchgear.

Design verification redefined

the original manufacturer and the

manufacturer of the switchgear and
controlgear assembly. The original
manufacturer must ensure that there is
a type verification for the switchgear
and controlgear assembly or for the
original system. The system can consist
of a variety of products, each with its
own type verification. In this way, the
manufacturer of the switchgear and
controlgear assembly can vary the configuration of the system.
For an original system without changes,
the original manufacturer of the switchgear and controlgear assembly needs
to provide only the routine verification.
In case of any modification of the original that affects the existing design
verification of the original manufactu
rer, the manufacturer of the switchgear
and controlgear assembly automatically becomes the original manufactu
rer for these changes. This means that
it now needs to provide the design verification and routine verification and
document everything completely.

With the newly introduced design verification, the TSK and PTTA verifications
from DINEN60439-1 have been replaced. According to the new regulation, the original manufacturer is responsible for the design verification.
Switchgear and controlgear assemblies
that have already been examined according to the old standard and whose Interface features
test results meet the requirements newlyregulated
ofDINEN61439-2 do not need a new
The new DINEN61439-2 standard specdesign verification.
In terms of product responsibility, ifies what criteria must be defined beDINEN61439-2 differentiates between tween the manufacturer and user of the

switchgear and controlgear assembly

for interface features. According to
these criteria, the manufacturer of the
low-voltage switchgear and controlgear
assembly then ensures that the characteristic features of the system correspond to the defined criteria and produces, tests, and documents a switchgear and controlgear assembly that
conforms to the application and the
standards.
The switchgear and controlgear assembly is seen as a black box with four
interface areas for the environment: installation and ambient conditions, operation and maintenance, connection to
the electrical grid, and electrical circuits
and loads.
If everything is to be carried out in a
standards-compliant manner from planning to operation, maintenance, and
repairs, the reliable functioning of low-
voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies must be ensured. Siemens
supports manufacturers and users of
low-voltage switchgear in the configuration, manufacture, and delivery of
complete control cabinets.
INFO AND CONTACT
siemens.com/iec61439
christian.santos@siemens.com

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+++ IEC 61439 everything you need to know about the new standard +++
Since the first of November, all low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies in the
European Economic Area need to meet the new standard IEC 61439. But what will change in
your daily work? Discover the new standard with the most important changes and learn how
Siemens supports you with products and practical assistance in the application:
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+++ Web animation on miniature circuit breakers +++ The online presence of
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Service and dialogue | E-Installation 1/2015

Training courses and dates

For our products and technologies on low-voltage power
distribution and electrical installation technology, we
offer a wide range of training courses. In compact training
units, our experts provide you with an overview of prod
uct lines and their application, including detailed expertise on selected products and systems for practical use.
You can find our training information on Sentron com
ponents (such as circuit breakers), communication with
Sentron components, energy management software, installation, commissioning, interfaces of busbar trunking
systems and information on further topics in a variety of
languages at different training locations in Germany and
Switzerland.

INFO AND CONTACT

siemens.com/lowvoltage/training
KNX-Courses:
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Trade fair schedule 2015

Hannover Messe

Hanover, Germany

13.04.17.04.2015

Intersolar, Exhibition for the Solar Industry and its Partners

Munich, Germany

10.06.12.06.2015

Husum Wind

Husum, Germany

15.09.18.09.2015

IAA

Frankfurt/Main, Germany

17.09.27.09.2015

Efa

Leipzig, Germany

28.10.30.10.2015

SPS IPC Drives

Nuremberg, Germany

24.11. 26.11.2015

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