Eng. Angus Kerr
ENOWA-NEOM

This session will start with some thought provoking statements about the need to test, and how much testing is necessary.
We will take a recap through history from manual test sets, to automated and computerized test sets, to virtual testing using digital technology. It will look at how substation technology has changed from electromechanical devices to numerical devices to networked devices, and how that has affected testing.

And finally why do we test? Is it just so that we can feel better? And what will the future look like?

Eng. Lars Schulz
Siemens AG

Due to the advantages, the demand for LPITs and compatible protection devices in medium voltage networks is increasing. 
In this session, the particularities during testing the new SIPROTEC 7SY82 with the CMC430&LLX1 will be presented. 
We will also explain how existing test templates can be adapted for the new generation of devices. 
 

Eng. Lars Schulz
Siemens AG

Eng. Ahmed El Hamaky
OMICRON electronics MEA

Eng. Gabriel Pako Isaacs
Botswana Power Corporation 

Challenges presented to a small utility in the developing world, with sparse and wide equipment footprint in adapting and testing IEC 61850 to bring about lower turnaround times, in both project delivery & maintenance. Aligning with lean staff compliment, as well as design consideration in both business and environmental climate.

Eng. Gabriel Pako Isaacs
Botswana Power Corporation 

Moderator: Eng. Angus Kurr, NEOM

Panel members:​​​​​​

• AnilKumar Ravat, OETC
• Arulraj Irudayasamy, OMICRON electronics MEA
• Bazirio Alfred Tembo, ZESCO
• Diego Gasca, OMICRON electronics

In this panel discusion:

1. We'll understand IEC 61850 Standards-Overview of communication protocols for substation automation and the different performance classes.
2. Challenges in Protection Testing-Identifying and addressing complexities in different protection application testing
3. Testing Methodologies-Various approaches like Parameter and system based testing
4. Tools and Technologies-Essential tools and technologies for effective protection testing
5. Case Studies and Real-World Examples-Practical examples and lessons learned from protection testing
6. Future Trends and Innovations-Emerging trends and innovations in protection testing and cybersecurity

Rajesh Ananth
General Electric

Digitalization of grid substation is an emerging technology with numerous advantages in terms of grid resilience, flexibility, renewable integration, Wide Area monitoring & Protection, condition based maintenance etc.
In the process bus based digital substation, design phase & testing phase are important for reliable solution with maximum benefits. There are several challenges in testing phase as it is different from conventional CT , VT simulation with hardwired control actions.
In this session, we will explore the latest technologies and tools used to simulate real grid conditions, troubleshoot communication network issues, and record test conditions such as faults, loads, and control actions along with their results for future reference.

Rajesh Ananth
General Electric

Eng. Andre Melo, Schneider Electric
Eng. Alexander Dierks, Alectrix

In this session, we will start with an overview of busbar protection schemes – and specifically process-bus based schemes followed by:

• IEC 61850 Sampled Values from multiple vendors
• Testing solutions for busbar schemes
• Special tests
• Lessons learnt
• Conclusion / summary

Eng. Andre Melo, Schneider Electric
Eng. Alexander Dierks, Alectrix

Eng. Ali Omran
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories

Mrs. Nadia Bouslama
OMICRON electronics