On the path to a climate-neutral future, it is particularly important to integrate renewable energy sources more effectively into global electricity grids. At PFISTERER, we are at the forefront of this change. With our innovative connection solutions, we facilitate the efficient use of renewable resources.
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the global energy transition
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WITH CERTAINTY
Wind speeds on the high seas are fast and consistent. This makes offshore wind farms particularly hard-working generators of renewable energy – and guarantors of a more sustainable future. By helping to reduce carbon emissions, they also make a huge contribution to global climate targets.
Connection technology from PFISTERER can already be found in offshore wind farms all around the world. Operators of offshore wind farms rely on our solutions for turbines, undersea cables and transformer stations because they know: they can rely on us.
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THE INTERFACE TO THE WIND FARM GRID
The connection between offshore wind turbines and the wind farm grid must be secure and reliable. Our connection system meets these requirements. We developed it specifically for high-voltage applications in the offshore sector, and it has already demonstrated its qualities in many wind farm projects. The biggest advantages: our system combines user-friendliness with flexibility and does not use any environmentally hazardous SF6 gas.
CONNECTIONS FOR THE TRANSFORMERS AND SWITCHGEAR IN OFFSHORE TURBINES
Without them, the current cannot be converted to the correct voltage and safely fed into the grid: transformers and switchgear play an important role in offshore wind turbines. Powerful connection technology is essential for them to fulfill their function. Our technology is widely used in high-voltage applications. Why? Because they turn transformers and switchgear into securely sealed, insulated systems which cables can be connected to quickly and easily by plugging them in.
PRE-ASSEMBLED AND PRE-TESTED CABLES
Just plug in and get started: pre-assembled and pre-tested cables make it possible to connect switchgear, transformers or tower segments quickly and minimize risks. The uncomplicated installation means they save precious time at sea. At PFISTERER we supply pre-assembled jumper, dropper and test cables with our connectors. Their job: connect the elementary offshore wind turbine equipment extremely quickly – without the need for high-voltage testing after assembly.
REPAIR CONNECTIONS FOR UNDERSEA SUBMARINE CABLES
Our repair connections for submarine cables are genuine universal geniuses. They rectify cable faults quickly and efficiently – regardless of the design or manufacturer of the relevant cable. Transmission system operators can always rely on this in an emergency. Another bonus: storage requirements for the connections are minimal.
CABLE SYSTEMS AND CONNECTIONS FOR OFFSHORE SUBSTATIONS
Looking for components or turnkey cable systems for offshore substations? Look no further! Our offshore- certified connection system has been successful in maritime applications for more than 20 years. It is quick to install and yet reliable and maintenance-free in long-term operation – with the greatest variety of components for systems with increasingly high voltages.
FLOATING WIND
The deeper the water, the stronger and more constant the winds. Here, floating wind turbines act as steadfast beacons of the energy transition. They enable access to deeper waters and thus significantly increase the potential for generating renewable energy. To ensure that the energy reaches the mainland safely, we supply the connection technology for reliable transportation.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT: EVERYTHING THAT COMES WITH IT
We understand that true service means (even) more than manufacturing and supplying flawless technology: At PFISTERER, we offer comprehensive project management for the installation of cable systems for offshore wind farms. With our years of experience, we provide support in all project phases and – as with our technology – we guarantee maximum efficiency and reliability.
Our services include:
- Planning, feasibility studies and engineering
- Creating technical guidelines
- Calculation of IEC-compliant static and dynamic current carrying capacity, including overload operation with our own software
- Calculation of tensile forces
- Project realization, site management and commissioning
Support for the
KEY PILLAR
Using onshore wind to generate enough renewable energy to gradually replace fossil fuels, drive the energy transition and move towards a more sustainable future requires effective wind turbines. In the recent past, technological innovations have seen the efficiency of the systems increasing continuously while costs have fallen at the same time. And they are continuing to improve, making onshore wind power a key pillar of the global energy supply. A pillar that needs support nonetheless. PFISTERER technology ensures the safe and reliable integration of onshore wind power into power grids worldwide.
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GENERATOR AND CONVERTER CONNECTION
They are quick and easy to install – and have even more arguments in their favor. Our pluggable high-current connection systems for generators, rectifiers and tower cables in onshore wind turbines shorten testing times and downtimes and support modern high-volume production.
CONNECTIONS FOR THE TRANSFORMERS IN ONSHORE TURBINES
Flexibility is key with our connection terminals for low-voltage applications. They offer connection options for any type of conductor. For medium-voltage applications, our pluggable cable connection system combines maximum safety with the highest performance. The diversity of variants and special solutions for our system is unrivaled; it meets every requirement of modern wind turbines.
CONNECTION BETWEEN GONDOLA AND TOWER
Want to easily create the cable connections between the static tower and the moving nacelle in wind turbines? This is possible with our solution – and is guaranteed without jeopardizing the smooth and reliable power transmission in any way.
Moving forward
ON FULL POWER
The sun has the power we need for decarbonization. The importance of solar power for the energy mix is constantly growing. Large-scale, huge-capacity projects are being constructed around the world. And the demand for efficient and reliable transportation of solar power is growing too. This demand is being met by PFISTERER with tried and tested products for secure energy transmission and distribution.
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SOLUTIONS FOR DISTRIBUTION STATIONS IN SOLAR FARM
Distribution stations in solar farms convert the collected solar power into a higher voltage and then distribute it to the electricity grid. PFISTERER's solutions for solar farms are comprehensive. These include low-voltage distribution boards, connections for medium-voltage switchgear as well as low and medium-voltage connections for distribution transformers.
CONNECTIONS FOR STRING COLLECTORS AT SOLAR FARMS
At solar farms, string collectors are responsible for collecting the electricity generated by multiple solar panels and forwarding it in bundled form to the central inverter station. A reliable current flow is vital here. PFISTERER makes sure that operators don’t have to worry about this.
CONNECTIONS FOR INVERTERS AT SOLAR FARMS
Inverters at solar farms convert the electricity generated by the solar panels between direct and alternating current so that it can then be fed into the electricity grid. PFISTERER’s connection technology ensures secure connections at the interfaces.
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IMPORTANT
The transition to a sustainable energy supply is a gradual one. Until complete, coal, gas and nuclear power will remain important components in the global energy mix. Which also means: the associated infrastructure must remain up to date.
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Conneciton Technology
FOR TRANSFORMERS AND SWITCHGEAR
Conventional power plants also require powerful transformers and switchgear to supply the generated energy safely, reliably and efficiently to the electricity grid and to distribute it. With PFISTERER’s connection technology, there are no question marks at the interfaces - the current flows perfectly.
Safety
TECHNOLOGY
“Better safe than sorry” particularly applies in safety technology across all voltage levels. This is because safety technology is one of the most sensitive areas in energy supply. Operation needs to be correspondingly simple and unambiguous. And of course, the same applies here in particular: reliability is vital. Our products – voltage detectors, earthing and short-circuiting devices, earthing and actuating rods or duration test systems – meet these requirements with precision for every requirement.