Easy Connectivity

Industry proven Caterpillar paralleling logic control architecture that is an alternative to switchgear mounted controls

Modular and Backward Compatible

Simplified expansion of existing power plant and parallel generation capabilities

Redundant Supervisory Control

Available Redundant Master Controlller and supervisory networks provide high reliability

Switchgear and Paralleling Controls Engine Paralleling and Integration Control (EPIC)

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Configuration: Remote modular paralleling control system (Master Control Panel for the first 2 generator sets and optional tie breaker, separate add-on control panels for up to 8 additional generator sets, utility paralleling control, and distribution control); Remote modular paralleling control system (Master Control Panel for the first 2 generator sets and optional tie breaker, separate add-on control panels for up to 8 additional generator sets, utility paralleling control, and distribution control)

Modes of Operation: Emergency Standby with redundant master control, Utility paralleling, peak shaving, and closed transition to/from Generator Power (with optional utility control panel); Emergency Standby with redundant master control, Utility paralleling, peak shaving, and closed transition to/from Generator Power (with optional utility control panel)

Application: LV and MV (208V-27kV); LV and MV (208V-27kV)

Engine Paralleling and Integration Control (EPIC)
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Overview

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

Benefits

Easy Connectivity

Industry proven Caterpillar paralleling logic control architecture that is an alternative to switchgear mounted controls

Modular and Backward Compatible

Simplified expansion of existing power plant and parallel generation capabilities

Redundant Supervisory Control

Available Redundant Master Controlller and supervisory networks provide high reliability

Features At A Glance

Product Features

Easy Connectivity to Generator Mounted Electrically Operated Circuit Breaker or Freestanding Switchgear with Electrically Operated Breaker
High Speed Ethernet Supervisory Network
Redundant Master Technology
Bumpless Backup of Master Control Functions
Password Protection for Critical Settings
Automatic Start/Stop
Automatic Load and VAR Sharing
Automatic “Dead Bus” Coordination
Automatic Power Factor Control when in Parallel with Utility Power
Programmable Load Shed / Load Add Functions
Touch Screen (HMI) Display

Specifications Standard Equipment Optional Equipment

Product Specifications for Engine Paralleling and Integration Control (EPIC)

Technical Summary

Configuration	Remote modular paralleling control system (Master Control Panel for the first 2 generator sets and optional tie breaker, separate add-on control panels for up to 8 additional generator sets, utility paralleling control, and distribution control) Remote modular paralleling control system (Master Control Panel for the first 2 generator sets and optional tie breaker, separate add-on control panels for up to 8 additional generator sets, utility paralleling control, and distribution control)
Modes of Operation	Emergency Standby with redundant master control, Utility paralleling, peak shaving, and closed transition to/from Generator Power (with optional utility control panel) Emergency Standby with redundant master control, Utility paralleling, peak shaving, and closed transition to/from Generator Power (with optional utility control panel)
Application	LV and MV (208V-27kV) LV and MV (208V-27kV)

Generator Protective Devices

ANSI Protective Devices

15/25. 27/59, 81 O/U, 32, 40, 90 (Industrial Grade) 15/25. 27/59, 81 O/U, 32, 40, 90 (Industrial Grade)

Utility Protective Devices

ANSI Protective Devices

15/25. 27/59, 81 O/U, 32,47 (Industrial Grade) 15/25. 27/59, 81 O/U, 32,47 (Industrial Grade)

Environmental Parameters

Certifications	UL / cUL 508A UL / cUL 508A
Control Panel Enclosure	NEMA 12 NEMA 12
Operating Temperature	0°C to 55°C 0°C to 55°C
Storage Temperature	-20°C to 60°C -20°C to 60°C

Engine Paralleling and Integration Control (EPIC) Standard Equipment

Instant Auto Selector Switch

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

Engine Paralleling and Integration Control (EPIC) Optional Equipment

Generator Control Panel (for 3-10 gensets)

With breaker position indications and circuit breaker control switch

Utility Control Panel (for utility paralleling and control)

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

Supplemental Hardware 25 Device

Provides additional discrete synchronization protection

Data Table Interface

Accommodates interface with a building management system

Generator Demand Priority Control

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

Product Specifications for Engine Paralleling and Integration Control (EPIC)

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Technical Summary

Configuration	Remote modular paralleling control system (Master Control Panel for the first 2 generator sets and optional tie breaker, separate add-on control panels for up to 8 additional generator sets, utility paralleling control, and distribution control) Remote modular paralleling control system (Master Control Panel for the first 2 generator sets and optional tie breaker, separate add-on control panels for up to 8 additional generator sets, utility paralleling control, and distribution control)
Modes of Operation	Emergency Standby with redundant master control, Utility paralleling, peak shaving, and closed transition to/from Generator Power (with optional utility control panel) Emergency Standby with redundant master control, Utility paralleling, peak shaving, and closed transition to/from Generator Power (with optional utility control panel)
Application	LV and MV (208V-27kV) LV and MV (208V-27kV)

Generator Protective Devices

ANSI Protective Devices

15/25. 27/59, 81 O/U, 32, 40, 90 (Industrial Grade) 15/25. 27/59, 81 O/U, 32, 40, 90 (Industrial Grade)

Utility Protective Devices

ANSI Protective Devices

15/25. 27/59, 81 O/U, 32,47 (Industrial Grade) 15/25. 27/59, 81 O/U, 32,47 (Industrial Grade)

Environmental Parameters

Certifications	UL / cUL 508A UL / cUL 508A
Control Panel Enclosure	NEMA 12 NEMA 12
Operating Temperature	0°C to 55°C 0°C to 55°C
Storage Temperature	-20°C to 60°C -20°C to 60°C

Engine Paralleling and Integration Control (EPIC) Standard Equipment

Instant Auto Selector Switch

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

Engine Paralleling and Integration Control (EPIC) Optional Equipment

Generator Control Panel (for 3-10 gensets)

With breaker position indications and circuit breaker control switch

Utility Control Panel (for utility paralleling and control)

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

Supplemental Hardware 25 Device

Provides additional discrete synchronization protection

Data Table Interface

Accommodates interface with a building management system

Generator Demand Priority Control

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

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Engine Paralleling and Integration Control (EPIC)

Configuration: Remote modular paralleling control system (Master Control Panel for the first 2 generator sets and optional tie breaker, separate add-on control panels for up to 8 additional generator sets, utility paralleling control, and distribution control); Remote modular paralleling control system (Master Control Panel for the first 2 generator sets and optional tie breaker, separate add-on control panels for up to 8 additional generator sets, utility paralleling control, and distribution control)
Modes of Operation: Emergency Standby with redundant master control, Utility paralleling, peak shaving, and closed transition to/from Generator Power (with optional utility control panel); Emergency Standby with redundant master control, Utility paralleling, peak shaving, and closed transition to/from Generator Power (with optional utility control panel)
Application: LV and MV (208V-27kV); LV and MV (208V-27kV)

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EMCP 4.4 Master Control Panel

Configuration: Remote monitoring and control for up to 8 generator sets via high-speed network. Enables paralleling a group of EMCP 4.4 equipped generator sets to a single utility source.; Remote monitoring and control for up to 8 generator sets via high-speed network. Enables paralleling a group of EMCP 4.4 equipped generator sets to a single utility source.
Modes of Operation: Emergency standby, island, utility paralleling; Emergency standby, island, utility paralleling
Application: LV and MV (208V - 38 kV); LV and MV (208V - 38 kV)

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Cat EGP Switchgear

Configuration: Configurable PLC based switchgear capable of controlling and monitoring multiple generator sets, tie and load breakers in conjunction with downstream transfer switches for standby or emergency applications; Configurable PLC based switchgear capable of controlling and monitoring multiple generator sets, tie and load breakers in conjunction with downstream transfer switches for standby or emergency applications
Modes of Operation: Multi-unit Island and multi-unit standby mode with optional redundant controls and components.; Multi-unit Island and multi-unit standby mode with optional redundant controls and components.
Application: LV and MV (208V - 38 kV); LV and MV (208V - 38 kV)

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Easy Connectivity

Modular and Backward Compatible

Redundant Supervisory Control

Switchgear and Paralleling Controls Engine Paralleling and Integration Control (EPIC)

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Benefits

Easy Connectivity

Modular and Backward Compatible

Redundant Supervisory Control

Features At A Glance

Product Specifications for Engine Paralleling and Integration Control (EPIC)

Technical Summary

Generator Protective Devices

Utility Protective Devices

Environmental Parameters

Engine Paralleling and Integration Control (EPIC) Standard Equipment

Instant Auto Selector Switch

Engine Paralleling and Integration Control (EPIC) Optional Equipment

Generator Control Panel (for 3-10 gensets)

Utility Control Panel (for utility paralleling and control)

Supplemental Hardware 25 Device

Data Table Interface

Generator Demand Priority Control

Product Specifications for Engine Paralleling and Integration Control (EPIC)

Technical Summary

Generator Protective Devices

Utility Protective Devices

Environmental Parameters

Engine Paralleling and Integration Control (EPIC) Standard Equipment

Instant Auto Selector Switch

Engine Paralleling and Integration Control (EPIC) Optional Equipment

Generator Control Panel (for 3-10 gensets)

Utility Control Panel (for utility paralleling and control)

Supplemental Hardware 25 Device

Data Table Interface

Generator Demand Priority Control

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