Designed for substation automation / substation management / electrical distribution management.
Overview
PowerLink™ Connect is a power industry SCADA HMI package tailored for electricity substation and control room operations:
Substation HMI: For larger substations needing local SCADA HMI.
Substation HMI for Critical Energy Users: Organisations for whom reliability of supply is vital, e.g. data centers, airports, military, hospitals.
Substation HMI for Large Energy Users: Organisations managing their own substation(s), e.g. larger industrials, large building facilities & campuses.
Control room SCADA: PowerLink Connect is a complete, proven SCADA HMI for Cooperatives & Municipals.
PowerLink Connect connects and communicates with all the I/O devices in your substations, bringing together monitoring, control and reporting functions into one easy-to-use HMI. PowerLink Connect is suitable for high point-count and high-reliability environments. It provides a real-time window into your substation operations and enables secure supervisory control of your connected devices.
PowerLink Connect is an open, standards-based SCADA solution that's intuitive to configure and easy to own. It's scalable from the smallest substation automation systems to complex computer networks for utility control room SCADA. With its intuitive operations and simplified maintenance, PowerLink Connect enables you to focus on core operational tasks for a sustainable advantage.
PowerLink Connect is an integration of Proficy CIMPLICITY software and Catapult's iPower software, tailored for GE Vernova Grid Solution customers.
Key Features
- Real-time, dynamic data collection and display
- Remote and secure operator supervisory equipment control interface
- High availability architecture
- Scalable – add more device monitoring points as needed
- Manufacturer agnostic (non-GE) equipment integration (supports a range of IED's)
- Alarm & event management
- Historical data storage, trending and reporting
- Mobile / Web-enabled operations
Key Benefits
- Reliable, secure and auditable operations
- Enhanced operational decision making & safety
- Increased productivity & accountability
- Improved operations efficiency
- Extended equipment life
- Lower total cost of ownership
- Reduced configuration & training time
- Reduced downtime & equipment maintenance
Frequently Asked Questions
What is PowerLink Connect?
PowerLink Connect is a power industry SCADA HMI package tailored for electricity substation and control room operations. It is an integration of Proficy CIMPLICITY software and Catapult's iPower software.
Who is PowerLink Connect for?
It covers four uses: substation HMI for larger substations that need local SCADA HMI; substation HMI for critical energy users, where reliability of supply is vital, such as data centers, airports, military sites and hospitals; substation HMI for large energy users that manage their own substations, such as larger industrials, large building facilities and campuses; and control room SCADA for cooperatives and municipals.
What are the key features of PowerLink Connect?
Key features include real-time, dynamic data collection and display, a remote and secure operator supervisory equipment control interface, a high availability architecture, scalability to add more device monitoring points as needed, alarm and event management, historical data storage, trending and reporting, and mobile and web-enabled operations.
Does PowerLink Connect work with equipment from other manufacturers?
Yes. PowerLink Connect supports manufacturer agnostic (non-GE) equipment integration, including a range of IEDs.
Can I migrate from PowerLink Advantage to PowerLink Connect?
The PowerLink Connect resources include a conversion overview video and a link to information on migrating a PowerLink Advantage system to PowerLink Connect.
How is PowerLink Connect sold?
PowerLink Connect is now sold by Velotic as a package of licenses: Proficy CIMPLICITY, iPower, DNP3 Driver and 61850 Driver. Contact Velotic or your local representative, or contact Catapult and the team will connect you with the right people.
Is there a trial download of PowerLink Connect?
Yes. Register your interest with Catapult to access a trial download.
How to Buy
- Contact Velotic or your local GE Vernova Renewables Grid Representative.
PowerLink Connect is now sold by Velotic as a package of licenses (Proficy CIMPLICITY, iPower, DNP3 Driver, 61850 Driver).
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