INTEGRATED SOLUTIONS FOR THE AUTOMATION AND MONITORING OF ELECTRICAL NETWORKS

Our subsidiary IGrid T&D's products and technologies for the automation, supervision, and control of electrical networks represent the complete solution for managing electrical networks securely and comprehensively, from small distribution substations to complex transmission systems.

Technologies that guarantee maximum scalability and, regardless of the size or complexity of the electrical infrastructure, efficiently meet all operational needs.

RTU

A new integrated and modular platform designed for the automation and remote control of High Voltage (HV) and Medium Voltage (MV) distribution substations.

BAY CONTROL UNITt

Advanced and compact control units with high-density I/O, multi-protocol support, AC/DC analog measurements, color HMI, and digital fault recording.

GATEWAY

The smart, configurable platform for substation automation, data and event summarization, protocol conversion.

SCADA

SCADA for substation automation, energy distribution systems, and automated control of the generation process.

EXPLORE THE SMART SOLUTIONS AND PRODUCTS DESIGNED WITH OUR SISTER COMPANY.

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RTU BAY CONTROL UNIT GATEWAY SCADA CCI UPDM

RTU

iRTUe

RTU iRTUe


Thytronic's iRTUe are remote I/O expansion units utilizing IEC 61850 GOOSE communication to enhance and distribute the acquisition and command functionalities of electrical networks. These Remote Terminal Units (RTU) offer flexible I/O configurations, adapting to various application requirements and making iRTUe an ideal solution for updating and configuring electrical communication infrastructures.

In modern substation automation, iRTUe's advanced I/O modules facilitate critical services like interlocking and load shedding. Such performance, achieved through cutting-edge technologies, surpasses the limitations of old protocols and serial communications, with iRTUe ensuring IEC 61850 GOOSE transmissions in less than 3 milliseconds.

Thanks to dual Ethernet (RJ45, ST, SC) or serial (EXP422) connections and synchronization with IEEE 1588 (PTP), our RTUs ensure time precision and interoperability, enabling smooth communication with other network equipment such as RTUs, gateways, additional iRTUe modules, and third-party IEDs, thus optimizing operation on the substations process bus.

Features of the Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) iRTUe


Our I/O expansion units are characterized by advanced IEC 61850 GOOSE communication, enabling highly efficient publisher/subscriber data exchange. This technology guarantees high-speed data processing time, achieving 1A type performances of class P2/3, essential for critical applications where every millisecond counts. Our units' configuration is particularly flexible, offering two I/O cards per unit that support both digital and analogue inputs, adapting perfectly to the specific needs of each facility.

These devices are also equipped with protected technologies to support advanced automation functionalities like load shedding and interlocking, ensuring safe and reliable operations. Moreover, To ensure optimal connection, the units can be connected via an EXP422 serial port or dual Ethernet ports, either copper orfiber, facilitating communication with other iRTUs, iGWs, or any other third-party master unit. Another fundamental aspect is the time synchronization capability through PTP/IEEE1588 or NTP.

Furthermore, the adoption of GGIO data models or customized SCL files allows unprecedented customization, adapting to various operational scenarios. Lastly, power quality measurements are precisely managed by the specialized iRTUe-Q unit, ensuring the network operates efficiently.


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iRTU

RTU iRTU


Thytronic's SCADA Remote Terminal Units (RTUs) are often used as station controllers for data acquisition in substations, which require additional devices for gateway functionality and advanced features such as load shedding or microsecond timestamping. Our modular RTUs are powerful controllers with integrated Ethernet switches, cutting-edge functions, and internal I/O, allowing for complete management with a single compact device.

These RTUs can map serial servers into logical IEC 61850 nodes, gather and process data from both old and new IEDs, communicate directly with the control center via any standard protocol (e.g., IEC 60970-5-104, DNP3), and handle all common protocol conversions: from Modbus to IEC 61850, from IEC 101 to IEC 104, from Modbus RTU to Modbus TCP, from Modbus to Ethernet IP (from serial to Ethernet in general), from IEC 103 to DNP3, and manyothers.
A network architecture based on Thytronic RTUs is open and scalable, enabling easy integration of future generations of devices (IEDs, sensors, routers, etc.) and adaptation to any current and future needs, such as changes in network topology or communication media

Features of the iRTU Remote Terminal Unit


Thytronic RTUs are an ideal solution for every environment and power distribution system, thanks to their security, adaptability, and modularity. These devices integrate advanced features, including load shedding to manage network overload, microsecond timestamping for precise synchronization, PRP redundancy to ensure operational continuity, and PLC automation compliant with IEC 61131-3 standard, thus optimizing process control.

To ensure effective and uninterrupted communication with all devices and control centres connected to the electrical network, they support a wide range of protocols, including DNP3.0, IEC 61850, and IEC 60870-5. The integration of an Ethernet switch with two 10/100 BaseTx ports and two FX100 fiber optic ports, along with support for RSTP/PRP/HSR redundancy, further strengthens network resilience. Additionally, the availability of up to four Ethernet ports, four serial ports, and optional internal 4G, 3G, and GPRS modems expands connection possibilities, making Thytronic RTUs powerful and versatile tools for advanced electrical substation automation.


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iRTU in accordo alla Specifica Terna

RTU iRTU according to Terna specification


Terna, in its "Code for transmission, dispatching, development, and network security," has established that the owners of plants whose operation influences the functioning of the National Electricity System must make all necessary information available for the purposes of supervision and control, remote regulation and disconnection, and remote monitoring of the plant.

To enable the correct performance of monitoring and control activities of the Network, Terna has determined that measures and signals must be made available to ensure the observability of every plant and the essential functions of electrical system management for: 

  • RTN plants or those functional to the RTN with a voltage greater or equal to 50 kV;
  • Production, consumption, and self-consumption, and distribution plants connected directly to the RTN or indirectly to the RTN through a network section with a nominal voltage equal to or greater than 50kV;
  • HVDC plants and AC Interconnectors directly connected to the RTN;
  • Production plants connected to distribution networks (including those belonging to Closed Distribution Systems).
The information must be made available at Terna's Access Points (PA) in a manner fully compatible with the Terna Control System, as prescribed by annex A.13 of the Network Code. The data to be made available are both digital and analogue and depend on the number and type of systems connected to the NTG and include the states of the switching devices and the electrical measurements associated with the HV/MV system.The acquired data must be transmitted to the Terna Control System over a dedicated network with the IEC 60870-5-104 protocol.

Thytronic Remote Terminal Unit Systems Compliant with Terna Specification


Thanks to collaboration with its subsidiary IGRID T&D, Thytronic provides RTU (Remote Terminal Unit) systems compliant with the Terna specification (redundant CPUs) capable of acquiring the required signals both in wired (digital input, analogue input) and serial modes (RS485/422, Ethernet interfaces) using the most widespread industrial protocols:
  • IEC 60870–5-101
  • IEC 60870–5-104
  • IEC 60870–5-103
  • IEC 60870–5-102
  • Modbus TCP-IP
  • Modbus RTU
  • DNP3.0 (serial, UDP, TCP)
  • DLMS
  • Profibus DP
  • IEC 61850 MMS
  • IEC 61850 GOOSE
  • OPC UA
The Thytronic RTU system can be perfectly integrated with the communication system (TLC) installed in the plant and managed by Terna, in particular, the CPU in a redundant configuration makes available respectively:
  • 4 Ethernet RJ45 10/100 Base TX / F.O. FX100 ports (RSTP) for the interface to the two Terna routers
  • 2 Ethernet Rj45 ports for the acquisition of state measures on the bus
  • 8 RS485/422 interfaces
  • Analog and digital I/O modules for the acquisition of the states and measures wired


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BAY CONTROL UNIT

IBU 6U without LCD

ThytronicIBU 6 U

Thytronic's iBU is an advanced family of devices for the automation and control of plants, specifically geared towards the management of high and medium voltage electrical substations. Featuring high performance and reliability, iBU devices offer a wide range of functionalities and protocols, allowing their use in various applications such as IEDs in distributed automation or as remote control units.
Thytronic's iBU, because of its flexibility, can be configured for use in various applications, as a BCU control bay unit or BMU monitoring bay unit in distributed station systems, or as a remote UPDM/UPDC or RTU. . The flexibility in configuration and availability of different mechanical structures (with or without a 12” display and functional keypad) allow optimal adaptation to various plant requirements. All devices have a modular structure that includes:
  • Power Supply Unit (PSU), also redundant
  • Central Processing Unit (CPU)
  • Various dedicated cards to manage different types of Input/Output (PU)

Thytronic iBU 6 U


The Thytronic iBU 6 U, available with or without an LCD display, stands out for its ability to consolidate auxiliary functions traditionally managed by multiple devices into a single integrated solution. This not only simplifies the overall structure of the electrical substation but also enhances operational efficiency and system responsiveness to control commands. Additionally, the iBUacilitates accurate monitoring of the bay’s power apparatus, ensuring that all critical aspects of the substation are consistently under control.

Features of the IBU 6 U


The iBU 6U Sub-Rack represents an advanced and flexible solution for the management and control of electrical substations, offering a base version without a display and one with a 12-inch display. The format is the standard 19-inch, with dimensions of 482 mm ents.in width, 266 mm in height, and a depth of 350 mm, ensuring excellent compatibility and ease of installation in various environments.
Connections to the outside are handled by high-quality connectors, available in 32 or 48 pin configurations, ensuring a reliable interface for field interconnections. For practicality and maintenance, the sub-rack can be installed on telescopic slides, offering an optional solution that facilitates access and management over time.

IBU 6 U Highlights

  • Model without display
  • Model with 12” display
  • The iBU 6U enclosure structure is a 19" metric sub-rack with dimensions 482 (w) x 266 (h) x 350 (d) mm
  • Field interconnections are made via Harting connectors with 32/48 pins
  • A customized iBU 6U sub-rack (TERNA) solution with a depth of 395 mm and field interconnections made by Compel connectors with 75 pins is available
  • To facilitate maintenance operations, the iBU 6U sub-rack can be installed on a telescopic slide


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IBU 6U with LCD

The bay control unit (BCU) performs control in accordance with control commands from network to control equipment and monitoring the bay power apparatus .electrical substation consists of two parts, main circuits and auxiliary circuits ,that the BCU integrates all of the auxiliary functions in a single unit.


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IBU 4U

The bay control unit (BCU) performs control in accordance with control commands, from network to control equipment, and monitoring the bay power apparatus .electrical substation consists of two parts, main circuits and auxiliary circuits.  The BCU integrates all of the auxiliary functions in a single unit.


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GATEWAY

iGW

Gateway iGW


The collection and management of data from meters, protection relays, and other Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs) in energy infrastructures can be optimized through the use of the Thytronic iGW gateway. This advanced device supports a wide range of communication protocols, including IEC 60870-5, IEC 61850 (MMS/GOOSE), DNP3, DLMS, Modbus, and Procome, ensuring microsecond timing accuracy, thanks to the use of synchronization systems such as NTP or PTP.
The Thytronic gateway is not limited to merely collect data, but it is able to process and forward the collected information to one or more control centers or SCADA master stations, using upstream protocols such as IEC 104, IEC 101, TASE2.0/ICCP (IEC 60870-6), IEC 61850-90-2, DNP3, and Modbus RTU/TCP.
The network architecture incorporating the Thytronic iGW gateway stands out for being open, efficient, and scalable: it can easily accommodate future generations of devices (such as IEDs, sensors, and routers) and dynamically adapt to any changes in the electric distribution network.

Gateway iGW: highlights 

  • Complete real-time monitoring of substation equipment
  • Full integration of IEC 61850 GOOSE and MMS
  • Internal PLC based on IEC 61131-3
  • Complete range of protocols
  • Generation of alarms and events
  • High-precision time synchronization via PTP and NTP, plus internal RTC
  • PRP & HSR redBox (redundancy box)
  • Configuration and live data access remotely and via web
  • Locally expandable data memory with integrated SD card
  • Collection, management, conversion, and transfer of DLMS meter data
  • Collection of all types of electrical data from various meters simultaneously


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iGWlite

Gateway iGWlite

The iGWlite gateway from Thytronic offers protocol conversion capabilities in a small, smart, and easy-to-use device. Specifically designed for electrical installations, this communication gateway is secure, compact, and modular.

Gateway iGWlite: Key Features
  • A complete range of protocols for data concentration from meters and protocol conversion (DNP3.0, IEC 61850 (MMS and GOOSE), DLMS, Modbus, IEC 60870-5-101/102/103/104, etc.), allowing communication with all devices and control centers in substations or generation plants.
  • Equipped with 1 Ethernet port, 1 RS485/RS422 port, and an optional RS232 port (copper or fiber) or 2G/3G/4G modem.
  • Offers the same protocol conversion and automation capabilities (including IEC 61850) with fewer communication ports compared to the iGW.
  • Particularly useful for configuring, automating, and modernizing generation plants, substations, and other control networks that require data concentration or conversion between different protocols, such as Modbus to Ethernet or IEC 61850 to DNP3.
The iGWlite allows data collection from meters, protection relays, and other IEDs using any protocol, including IEC 60870-5, IEC 61850 (MMS/GOOSE), DNP3, DLMS, Modbus, or Procome, managing microsecond time resolution through NTP or PTP. Additionally, it can process and transfer data to one or more control centers and SCADA master stations using upstream protocols such as IEC 104, IEC 101, TASE2.0/ICCP (IEC 60870-6), IEC 61850-90-2, DNP3, and Modbus RTU/TCP.

A network architecture supported by iGWlite is open, simple, and scalable, allowing the integration of future generations of devices (IEDs, sensors, routers, etc.) and adaptation to any changes made to the power distribution network, saving time, money, and space on the DIN rail.



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SCADA

iControl

iControl SCADA


SCADA systems (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) are essential for the automation and local/remote control of power generation plants and substations. Thytronic's iControl SCADA software can be tailored to any application need, from small substations and power plants to complete medium voltage networks, always operating within the same environment.

Thytronic's SCADA automation systems provide an intelligent HMI interface for real-time monitoring and control, combined with advanced data acquisition, regardless of the communication protocol, RTU to connect to, or the architecture (standalone, client/server, or redundant) in use.

iControl SCADA also ensures complete interoperability and combines all the most important functionalities for electric distribution networks, such as single-line diagrams, event playback, service quality calculation (SAIDI and SAIFI reports), SQL models or database, and alarm/event management. It is specifically designed for the energy sector, enabling the creation of a simple and intuitive interface for the operation and configuration of substation automation systems (SAS) and distribution control centres.

Features of iControl SCADA


Our iControl SCADA HMI software is designed to provide a secure, high-performance, and intuitive experience, exceedingthe standard requirements of the energy sector to meet the specific needs of our customers. This flexible solution adapts perfectly to any desired architecture or topology, from the implementation of simple standalone systems to more complex and redundant configurations, equipped with remote clients and SQL data storage capabilities. It offers a unique platform for real-time analysis and visualization of the electric distribution network, with the possibility of integrating the data archive with third-party databases for optimal information management.

The generation of custom reports, either periodically or in response to specific events or alarms, allows constant and detailed control of network operations. Additionally, Thytronic's iControl SCADA manages multiple communication protocols simultaneously, from Modbus to IEC 61850 (MMS and GOOSE), both in master and slave modes, including those most commonly used for communication with control centres, such as IEC 60870-5-104/101, DNP3.0, and OPC UA.

Another distinctive feature of the iControl software is the possibility to access real-time SCADA visualization via an internet browser, thanks to the iControl web viewer. This functionality ensures accessibility and flexibility, while blocking any unwanted or dangerous activity through robust built-insecurity measures, thus ensuring the protection of data and system operations.


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CCI

KIT CCI

Thytronic Central Plant Controller: CCI Kit


European guidelines for the electric power transmission system underscore the importance of monitoring distributed generation, especially that from renewable sources. ARERA assigns DSOs the task of collecting and transmitting data related to production plants to TSOs. The CEI, through annexes O and T, introduces the Central Plant Controller (CCI), a crucial device for the interaction between DSOs and the network, facilitating the monitoring of production plants at the Point of Delivery and contributing to network balancing.

To meet the needs emerging from the CEI-016 regulations, Thytronic offers a kit for preparing the central plant controller, an advanced solution to equip CCIs with a power flow measurement kit. This kit consists of cutting-edge components such as the multifunction protection relay from the X-MORE series – XMR-P, a module for additional measurements equipped with a splitter and integrated network analyzer, the directional protection function package XSAS#PD00, along with a series of high-precision sensors (Thysensor) for in-field measurement of voltage and current, and a toroid for the measurement of zero sequence current.
This complete solution allows for optimal management and effective monitoring of plants, perfectly aligning with directives for sustainable and efficient energy integration.


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UPDM

UPDM - Unità Periferica Difesa e Monitoraggio

Terna UPDM - Peripheral Defense and Monitoring Unit


To ensure the safety of the National Electric System and prevent the spread of disturbances in the Transmission system with severe repercussions on the entire national network, Terna has defined a Defense Plan. The Defense Plan includes all the control actions arranged by Terna itself and carried out through individual systems or devices, aimed at maintaining or returning the electrical system to a normal condition.

Within the production plants served by Terna's defense system, the Peripheral Defense and Monitoring Unit (UPDM) is a system designed to acquire real-time measurements and other information from controlled processes coming from local protection, command, control, and supervision systems and to implement disconnection and production modulation commands, following the reception of a message from other peripheral telecontrol devices or from Terna's central defense system.

To ensure suitable response times, data exchange between the central defense system and other devices in the field occurs via a dedicated telecommunication network, distributed to cover the entire national territory. The protocol used is based on the IEC 60807-5-104 standard.

Main features that the UPDM device must ensure

  • Flexibility to adapt to various applications and the evolution of the plant
  • Ability to interface with multiple centers simultaneously and manage multiple communication channels on separate networks
  • High processing capacity and response times of less than 20 ms between the reception of command messages and their execution
  • Local management of automation logical sequences
  • Architecture based as much as possible on distributed intelligence.

The UPDM device developed by Thytronic


Thytronic's proposal is an UPDM device certified in class A+ according to the most recent technical specification of Terna, ensuring a time of less than 10ms for the issuance of the message and for the simultaneous execution of all prepared commands.
This class allows the use of Thytronic's UPDM device in all production facilities, such as generation plants, wind, photovoltaic, and hydroelectric plants for which Terna's defined defense system can be applied.

Thytronic's Offer

  • Central UPDM Unit Defense and Monitoring Unit certified by Terna as per specification "TSPSD0707"
  • System engineering and supply of the cabinet
  • System configuration, installation, and testing in the field
  • Accessories for interfacing with MPLS routers
  • Interface for input analog signals and output command signals
  • The same devices offered by Thytronic can be used as UPDC (Load Disconnect Peripheral Units) for interruptible users.


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