Engine and Parallel Integration Control (EPIC) System

Product catalog summary

Overview: The EPIC system by Caterpillar offers seamless control for multiple generator sets, designed for both new installations and retrofits. Supported by local Cat dealers, it simplifies complex operating conditions with a range of services including engineering support, project management, and aftermarket availability.

Key Features:

User Configuration: Supports up to 10 units with step-by-step configuration and a 12-inch graphical color touch screen interface.
Control Technology: Utilizes EMCP 3.S control technology for master and two Cat generator sets.
Network and Synchronization: Includes a high-speed Ethernet supervisory network and controls for remote utility breaker synchronization.
Compliance and Design: Housed in a NEMA 12, UL®/508A enclosure meeting NFPA standards, with a best-in-class footprint.

System Adaptability: The EPIC system is expandable, easy to configure, and can be retrofitted to existing sites. It supports a wide range of applications including emergency, standalone, or utility paralleling.

Reliability: Employs industry-proven technology with features like bumpless redundant backup master control, automatic synchronizing, and utility paralleling interface ability.

Value Proposition: The EPIC system offers a modular control system with advanced HMI technology, eliminating the need for conventional synchronizers and other devices, enhancing performance and integration.

Functional Capabilities:

Automatic Start/Stop
Power factor control in parallel with utility grid
Automatic load and VAR sharing
Automatic dead bus arbitration
Load shed/load add functions
Generator set and utility protective functions

Catalog excerpts

Engine and Parallel Integration Control (EPIC) System-1

EPIC – Seamless System Control Supported by the Local Cat Dealer Whether a new installation or a retrofit, the Cat dealer has the dedicated professionals with expertise in power generation who can help make even the most complex operating conditions or unique challenges simple. Locally available dealer services include: • Engineering and consultation support • Technical sales and product support • Project management • Start-up and commissioning • Single source service • Aftermarket availability For more information on the EPIC system, contact your local Cat dealer or visit: www.cat.com/power-generation/switchgear LEBE0003-00 October 2009 CAT, CATERPILLAR, their respective logos, “Caterpillar Yellow,” the “Power Edge” trade dress as well as corporate and product identity used herein, are trademarks of Caterpillar and may not be used without permission. ©2009 Caterpillar All Rights Reserved EPIC Multiple Generator Set Control: Paralleling Systems–Simplified.

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1. Step-by-Step User Configuration for up to 10 Units 2. Includes the controls for the Master and two Cat® Generator Sets utilizing EMCP 3.S Control Technology 3. 12-inch Graphical, Color Touch Screen (HMI) Interface 4. Intuitive user Operation with Analog-style Meter as Shown 5. Built-in High-Speed Ethernet Supervisory Network 6. NEMA 12, UL®/ 508A Enclosure Meets NFPA 110, NFPA 99 and NFPA 70 EPIC – the Flexible Switchgear Control The Cat Engine Paralleling and Integration Control (EPIC) is a straight forward approach to paralleling Cat generator sets while its scalable, modular design makes...

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