Cat EGP Switchgear

EGP (Emergency Generator Paralleling) switchgear is used for paralleling multiple generators that are not directly connected to a utility source.

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Key Specs

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
Modes of Operation Multi-unit Island and multi-unit standby mode with optional redundant controls and components.
Application LV and MV (208V - 38 kV)

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Benefits

Automatic operation

Dead Bus coordination, Load Shed/Load Add functions/ Load-No load Test

Reduced Commissioning Times

High-speed network connections to Caterpillar Generator Set

Flexible Power offerings

UL 891, UL1558, ANSI37.20
-Indoor, Outdoor, E-house

Specifications
Benefits and Features
Standard/Optional Features

Technical Summary

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
Modes of Operation	Multi-unit Island and multi-unit standby mode with optional redundant controls and components.
Application	LV and MV (208V - 38 kV)

Generator Protective Devices

ANSI Protective Devices

15/25, 27/59, 81 O/U, 32, 40, 50, 51

Environmental Parameters

Certifications	IBC, CBC, UBC & OSHPD Certified
Control Panel Enclosure	NEMA 1 or NEMA 3R Freestanding Construction
Operating Temperature	0°C to 50°C
Storage Temperature	-20°C to +60°C
Low Voltage Standards	NEMA SG-5, CSA, ANSI C37.51, ANSI C37.20.1, UL 1558 or UL 891, NFPA 110, NFPA 99 and NFPA 70
Medium Voltage Standards	NEMA SG-5, ANSI / IEEE C37.20.2, CSA-C22.2 No. 31-M89, EEMAC G8-3.2, NFPA 70, NFPA 99 and NFPA 1110

EGP Switchgear

High Speed Supervisory Network
Automatic Start/Stop
Automatic “Dead Bus” Coordination
Programmable Load Shed / Load Add Functions
Networked Engine Communications
Generator Protection
Engine Tuning
Mode Selection
Selectable Auto/ Manual Control
Password Protection for Protective Settings and Setup
Load/No Load Test
Touch Screen (HMI) Display
NFPA 99/110 Compliant Alarm
Annunciation with Audible Horn
Engine Control mimic Screen with gauges for RPM, DC Battery Voltage oil Pressure, Engine Coolant temperature, Engine Hours, Number of starts

Standard Equipment

Egp Switchgear

Choice of 19” Surface Acoustic Wave Color or 15” Resistive Color Touchscreen
Emergency Stop Button for each generator
Instant Auto Switch
Generator Demand Priority Control
Audible Alarm & Horn Silence Button
Circuit Breaker Control Switch with Indicators

Optional Equipment

Data Table Interface

* Accomodates interface with a building management system for monitoring all system parameters via Modbus RTU or TCP

Supplemental Hardware Synchronization Check Relay (ansi 25 Device)

* Provides additional discrete synchronization protection

Remote Power Monitoring System

* To monitor breaker status, alarms, metering and other operating parameters