PowerShield uses a modular approach to optimise accuracy, safety, and ease of installation. With options for VRLA, VLA, NiCad and Li-ion batteries, an enterprise level software platform and a range of communication and integration options, PowerShield can provide solutions tailored to the exact needs of each battery installation and use case.
Measure, Analyse, Present.
The PowerShield8 Advanced Battery Monitoring system is best understood in the three layers shown in the systems diagram above.
Measure Layer
At the battery level, smart mSensors measure block-level data, effectively turning VRLA, VLA and NiCad batteries into smart batteries. mSensors measure battery voltage, ripple voltage, and temperature every 4 seconds, and impedance (ohmic value) daily. At the battery string level, Hubs measure string current (DC and ripple), ambient temperature and ambient humidity data.
Analyse Layer
Controllers collect the data from the mSensors and Hubs, analyses and stores it ready for sending to the presentation layer. Value is added by calculating key battery management metrics. Smart logging facilitates improved event based and trend analysis. The Controller understands battery behaviour and raises alarms specific to string state. The alarm limits are user configurable and can be adjusted to suit any battery application.
Presentation and User Interface Layer
The presentation layer is where battery monitoring switches to battery management. PowerShield provides a range of user interface tools to view, report and analyse your batteries. Whether as a field service tool (Controller UI), on-premise software (Link) or cloud platform (Assure). PowerShield gives you full visibility from battery commissioning to end of life. Integration with third party systems also allows you to provide battery status within existing system.
Delivered ready to install
PowerShield systems are tailored and configured to meet the exact requirements of each stationary battery installation and customer use case. This includes all sensors, mounting brackets and pre-terminated wiring ensuring a fast, high-quality installation.
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Assure - Cloud based
PowerShield8 Assure provides a window into the health and performance of all our connected battery systems and assets, highlighting which ones need attention. It enables your team to make proactive, informed decisions and take action to optimise battery health, performance, and lifespan.
Data is turned into actionable information and insights in the form of powerful battery management dashboards and reports with user-defined alarms, alerts, and other automations to minimise the risk of battery failure and ensure that nothing is left to chance. Quickly identify the root cause of any battery issues with real-time data and powerful drill down, drill-through, trending and comparison tools. Cloud-based means you can access your battery management system and information wherever you are from any connected device.
Access from anywhere Visibility of multiple systems Multiple connectivity options (Cellular, LAN and SMTP) Automated reporting Customisable user notifications Supports Lithium, Lead Acid and NiCad Trend lifetime battery data
Link - On-premise
PowerShield8 Link is Windows based, on-premise battery monitoring software, also suitable for field service use. Standard Edition for 24/7 operation and the Service Edition for field service use. It has similar functionality as Assure without the advantages that the secure Cloud offers. Dashboards provide facility level battery views with powerful drill-down and drill-through analytical tools.
Access via LAN or service port Visibility of multiple systems Point and click report generation User notifications Supports Lithium, Lead Acid and NiCad Trend lifetime battery data
Controller UI – Browser interface
The Controller has a browser based UI for configuring the system and to visualise real time battery measurements. Ideal for field service use, or one to one connection across the LAN.
CSV log files No special software required Ability to set limits Configuration reports System diagnostics Ideal for battery commissioning
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Gain full visibility of your lithium battery assets
Battery management teams who are used to Advanced Battery Monitoring and management for Lead Acid batteries and who have recently switched to Lithium batteries may be disappointed with what they see. PowerShield8 can help fill the gaps, ensuring complete visibility of each battery asset’s past and present health and performance down to an individual cell level.
Powerful Battery Management Dashboards, Reports and analytical tools allow you to drill from an enterprise level through facilities, systems, modules, and cells. Consistently monitor VRLA, VLA, NiCad and Lithium battery assets on one platform independent of the UPS system used.
HOW POWERSHIELD8 FOR LITHIUM WORKS
Measure, Analyse, Present.
The PowerShield8 Advanced Battery Monitoring system is best understood in the three layers shown in the systems diagram above.
Measure Layer
All measurement is handled by the Lithium BMS.
Analyse Layer
The Controller collects and stores data from the Lithium BMS, and sends it to the presentation layer. Value is added by comprehensive battery and ancilliary data capture – ensuring root cause of BMS alarms can be clearly seen. Smart logging facilitates improved event based and trend analysis. The Controller retrieves the string state from the BMS, and manufacturer alarm limits are re-presented.
Presentation and User Interface layer
The presentation layer is where battery monitoring switches to battery management. PowerShield provides a range of user interface tools to view, report and analyse your batteries. Whether as a field service tool (Controller UI), on-premise software (Link) or cloud platform (Assure). PowerShield gives you full visibility from battery commissioning to end of life.
Controllers
The brains of the battery monitoring system
Controllers are smart devices that collect, analyse and store the battery measurements retrieved from the Lithium BMS. Continuous, fast data sampling in all string states (float, charge, discharge and idle) allows the Controller to initiate event logging and provide real time battery visibility and status.
Advanced data logging (7 log types) makes fault finding, assessing performance under discharge and life trend analysis easier. Value is added by calculating key battery management metrics. Every Controller has sufficient onboard storage capacity for the life of your batteries. Alarms are output via Link and Assure, and relay contacts when required.
The Controller has a browser based UI for configuring the system and to visualise real time battery measurements. In the battery room, a dedicated service port, USB, SD card and LCD give simple visibility and data transfer options. Designed with two network ports, it allows the customer network to remain secure and uninterrupted during service visits.
Independently security tested. Ships security hardened Consistently monitor and manage any number of battery assets across multiple locations CSV log file output Controllers are battery chemistry agnostic – Lithium, Lead Acid and NiCad
The brains of the battery monitoring systemThe MX Controller is designed for medium-sized battery installations, up to 2 strings. The LX model can monitor up to 8 strings and the LX+ up to 12 strings. The LX models also provide more input, output and user interface options, including an LCD screen and key pad. All Controller models are designed to fit into standard 19 inch computer racks and cabinets. Both Controllers have the same functionality and browser interface. There is a Controller option to suit any battery installation.
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With PowerShield8 Lithium, you can...
• See the status of all battery assets on one screen. • Easily see the status of individual cells in a string. • Trend all battery metrics, including state of health and state of charge, Voltage, Current, Ripple Current, Battery Temperature and Ambient Temperature. • View and analyse discharges down to a cell level. • Problem-solve alerts and alarms quickly using real-time data, including MCCB status. • Easily report against Battery Warranty Requirements.
