Customer

Product catalog summary

Overview: Vaasa Electronics Group, headquartered in Vaasa, Finland, specializes in protection relays, arc protection systems, and measuring units for power distribution networks. Their Vamp-type protection relays are known for integrated arc fault protection, enhancing safety across various applications. The company operates internationally with a network of subsidiaries and partners.

Specifications and Standards: Vamp and Wimo products comply with international standards, including ISO 9001:2000. They are customizable and supported by 24-hour after-sales service.

Product Features: The Vamp 221 arc protection system is noted for its reliability and efficiency, particularly in the Veracel pulp mill in Brazil. It features auto-configuration and operates based on light and overcurrent conditions, minimizing damage and downtime during faults.

Research and Development: Vaasa Electronics invests significantly in R&D, focusing on user-friendliness, communication, and fault location. They incorporate customer feedback into product development and participate in industry forums to introduce innovative solutions.

Market Expansion: The company aims for a turnover of 20 million euros by 2010, expanding its sales network and product offerings to meet market demands, emphasizing operational excellence and quality in customer support and training.

Technological Advancements: A 2006 technology workshop focused on fault location and power quality, discussing cost-effective solutions for earth fault location and highlighting the importance of customer input in shaping R&D priorities.

Power Quality Measurement and Discoveries: Koillis-Satakunnan Sähkö Oy implemented a power quality screening system, revealing significant phenomena during faults. Equipment disturbances occur when voltage drops to 40-65%, but series connection of spark-gap and non-linear resistor type arresters near substations can mitigate deep voltage sags.

Roadmap for Finnish Power Distribution Technology: A roadmap project extending to 2015 focuses on network development, electricity consumption, and market harmonization in Europe, aiming to create a toolbox of technical solutions for rapid deployment.

ÅF Group Overview: The ÅF Group provides consulting services for industrial processes and infrastructure projects, focusing on electricity systems for the paper and pulp industry, emphasizing automation and protection relay technology.

Vamp Ltd. Software Tools: Vamp Ltd. offers user-friendly microprocessor-based relays. The Vampset tool allows easy configuration and testing of Vamp relays, supporting multilingual use and offering features like logic status viewing and harmonic analysis.

Vamp Collect Software: A substation monitoring system that facilitates automated uploading and storing of disturbance recorder files, integrating with existing SCADA systems to enhance data management.

Intelligent Relay Solutions: Development focuses on earth fault location, anti-islanding protection, and improved communication properties for relays.

EU Energy Directive and Vamp 96: The EU directive ESD 2006/32/EC aims for a 9% energy savings by 2016. Vamp 96 is introduced as a tool for industrial energy measurement, supporting energy management systems.

Vamp Partners and Sales Meeting: Highlights include new product releases and the implementation of the IEC 61850 protocol, with testimonials from partners showcasing Vamp's competitive edge.

Arc Protection Systems: Implemented in various international projects to enhance safety and extend the life of electrical equipment.

Key Projects and Collaborations: Significant projects include installations in Lithuania, Ireland, France, Portugal, Japan, Finland, Sweden, Indonesia, and Thailand, showcasing Vamp's global reach and technological capabilities.

Technological Features: Arc protection systems and protection relays are designed for selective protection, offering bay control, measurements, and communication functionality.

Communication Protocols: Devices support a wide range of protocols, ensuring compatibility and integration with existing systems.

Global Presence: VAMP has a worldwide presence with contact information provided for various regions including Europe, the Americas, Asia-Pacific, Africa, and the Middle East.

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