National Grid Funding For Accelerated Loss of Mains Protection.
G99 Training can help you understand the scheme, support your application, assess what changes are required, and help manage the process so you can stay connected under the new engineering recommendations.
We Help You Navigate the Full Process.
From early application and relay information gathering to site investigation, contractor works and evidence submission, we can help manage the route from assessment to completion.
Support Beyond Training.
Here at G99 Training we can not only train you to become a test engineer, but we can also help get your system registered on the ENA / National Grid scheme, so you do not have to manage the upgrade process alone.
Application Support
We can assist with the application to the DNO and help prepare the information needed for submission.
Site Investigation
We can investigate the site and help determine the type of relay change or upgrade that is required.
Competent Contractor Works
Once approved, the work can be undertaken by competent contractors such as Dave Pallas, registered on the accepted contractors list.
End-to-End Management
We can help manage the process from application to evidence submission, helping you move through the scheme more smoothly.
Why This Upgrade Matters.
Generation owners are required by the Distribution Code to install loss of mains (LoM) protection at distributed generation sites.
This helps ensure that, following a fault that isolates sections of the distribution system, distributed generation does not form an autonomous power island with the remaining local demand.
Other faults elsewhere on the GB electricity system should not result in the operation of LoM protection. Two of the most common forms of LoM protection are RoCoF relays and vector shift relays.
It was identified that RoCoF relays and vector shift relays could inadvertently operate and trip distributed generation following events that do not result in islanding. This loss of generation could contribute to a significant system disturbance and widespread loss of supply.
Key Protection Types
Potential Payment Levels Under the Scheme.
Clients who make early applications may benefit from reduced outages and can receive an upgrade payment from National Grid for each relay accepted onto the scheme.
Payment for Settings Adjustment
The supplied content states that payment may be in the order of £1,000 to £1,500 for relays that can be upgraded by changing settings.
Payment for New Relay Units
Where a relay must be replaced with a new unit, the supplied content states the payment may be between £2,500 and £4,000.
Early Applications Can Help
Early applications may help reduce delays and outages, while also improving the chance of moving through the process in a more controlled way.
A Clear Route From Application to Payment.
To apply for funding support, an application must be submitted to the DNO, who will then assess it against various criteria. We can help guide this process.
Gather Relay Details
Information such as relay make, type and settings, along with other project details, needs to be prepared.
Submit to the DNO
An application is submitted to the relevant DNO for assessment against scheme criteria.
Site Review & Decision
The site and relay configuration are reviewed to determine whether settings change or full replacement is needed.
Works Undertaken
Once approved, competent contractors can complete the necessary relay work and required testing.
Evidence & Payment
Evidence of the change is provided, after which payment is made to the generator by National Grid.
From Site Assessment to Network Evidence.
Relay upgrades sit within a wider connection and compliance process. We can help coordinate the technical information, site work and evidence required around the DNO process.
We Can Help Manage the Entire Process.
The change can be done before agreement is reached with the DNO, but evidence must be provided that the relay change was needed and has been completed.
We can help manage the process for you from making the application, carrying out a site investigation to determine the type of change needed, and then undertaking the works for you.
Get In Touch About Free Relay Replacement Support.
If you would like help understanding the scheme, preparing the application, investigating your site, or undertaking the relay change works, please use any of our contact details to get in touch.
Discuss the ENA / National Grid scheme, relay replacement requirements, or the next steps for your site.
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