Successful Implementation of Solar Monitoring System for APM Solar in Payao

We are excited to announce the successful completion of a solar farm monitoring system for APM Solar in Payao. The site had been operating without a monitoring system until O&M engineer K. Nattawat discovered our services and entrusted us with the project.

Project Highlights:

Challenges with Fiber Optic Wiring:

The site presented a unique challenge as the fiber optic wiring was laid without terminals, and the labels on the wires had completely faded. To avoid excessive costs, we hired local fiber technicians in Payao to handle the fiber splicing and signal testing. The job was executed flawlessly, demonstrating our commitment to resourceful and cost-effective solutions.

Installation of a New Weather Station:

Initially, the site lacked a weather station. We installed a new set, but encountered challenges when integrating devices from China and Europe on the same RS-485 BUS. Thanks to our expertise in electronic design, we were able to successfully combine these systems, ensuring efficient and accurate weather monitoring.

Handling Non-English Equipment:

The DC current meter modules in the combiner boxes were imported from China and came without English documentation. Fortunately, one of our skilled engineers is proficient in Chinese, which enabled us to locate the necessary documents online and fully comprehend the Modbus register specifications.

Exceptional Support from O&M Engineer K. Nattawat:

What truly impressed us was the passion and skill of O&M engineer K. Nattawat. Despite working alone, he provided excellent support throughout the project. His proactive approach was highlighted when he swiftly replaced a faulty inverter with a functioning one from another part of the site. This quick thinking minimized energy loss and maximized output, significantly benefiting the site owner.

This project not only showcases our technical capabilities but also highlights our ability to collaborate effectively with on-site personnel to overcome challenges and achieve great results. We are proud to support APM Solar in enhancing their operational efficiency and look forward to future opportunities to innovate and improve.

Successful Re-Engineering of Solar Rooftop Monitoring System for Green Resources PCL. in Lopburi 1MW

We are excited to announce the successful completion of a comprehensive re-engineering project for the solar rooftop monitoring system at Green Resources PCL., located on the rooftop of a chicken farm in Lopburi. This project involved several enhancements to ensure the highest level of efficiency and reliability in solar energy monitoring.

Advanced Weather Station Installation

A key upgrade in this project was the installation of a new, advanced weather station. This state-of-the-art equipment provides precise and real-time environmental data, crucial for optimizing solar panel performance under varying weather conditions.

Enhanced Protection System

We have significantly improved the existing protection system to safeguard the solar installation against environmental risks and electrical issues. This enhancement ensures longer lifespan and better performance reliability of the solar rooftop system.

Daily Summary Report Notifications via LINE

In an effort to streamline communication and data management, we have implemented a daily summary report system that sends notifications directly to the LINE application. This feature allows for immediate updates and insights, enabling proactive management of the solar system.

New Server and Blue Solar Monitoring Software Implementation

The installation of a new server equipped with our proprietary Blue Solar Monitoring Software has been a major part of this upgrade. This software provides a robust platform for comprehensive monitoring and analysis, connecting seamlessly with Schneider Inverters for optimal data integration.

Renewed DC Power Meter for String Monitoring

To enhance the accuracy and reliability of performance data, we have renewed the DC Power Meter for string monitoring. This upgrade is crucial for detailed monitoring of each string’s performance, which is essential for maintaining overall system efficiency.

This re-engineering project not only boosts the operational capabilities of the solar rooftop at Green Resources PCL. but also sets a new standard for solar energy monitoring in the agricultural sector. We are proud to contribute to the sustainable energy goals of Green Resources PCL. and look forward to continuing our support in their green energy initiatives.

Stay tuned for more updates on our projects and advancements in solar technology!

Successful Implementation of Central Monitoring System Across 35 Solar Rooftop Sites

We are thrilled to announce the successful deployment of a central monitoring system across 35 solar rooftop installations. This state-of-the-art system utilizes our robust internal cloud infrastructure to gather and analyze data seamlessly from Huawei Smart Logger 3000a devices, enhancing our operational efficiency and monitoring capabilities.

Streamlined Data Collection and Analysis

Our new monitoring system integrates directly with Huawei Smart Logger 3000a, known for its reliability and advanced data collection features. This integration allows us to harness detailed insights into each solar installation’s performance, ensuring optimal operation and quick identification of any issues that may arise.

Centralized Monitoring for Enhanced Efficiency

By centralizing the monitoring of all 35 sites, we have significantly improved our ability to manage and respond to site-specific conditions swiftly. This centralized approach not only reduces our reaction times but also enhances the overall management of energy production across all locations.

Future-Ready with Cloud Technology

The use of our internal cloud for data aggregation and analysis underscores our commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technology to improve solar energy management. This cloud-based solution ensures scalability and security, preparing us for future expansions and providing a reliable platform for our monitoring needs.

A Step Towards Sustainability

This project marks a significant milestone in our journey towards sustainable energy solutions. By improving our monitoring processes, we are better equipped to optimize solar energy production, reduce operational costs, and minimize environmental impact.

We are proud of this achievement and remain committed to advancing solar energy technologies to meet the evolving needs of our customers and the environment.

Stay tuned for more updates on our projects and advancements in solar technology!

Solar Power Performance Monitoring

Solar Power Performance Monitoring - Corrected Performance Ratio
Blue Solar Solution Co., Ltd.
Solar Power Performance Monitoring – Corrected Performance Ratio
Blue Solar Solution Co., Ltd.

Many might consider investing in a Solar Farm as a straightforward venture since solar cells, unlike power generation methods involving turbines, have few moving parts. This makes it seem like a one-time investment where you can quietly reap steady profits every month without much maintenance. There’s no need to purchase raw materials like a coal-fired power plant, and sunlight comes free of charge.

While it’s true that operating expenses are lower, it’s incorrect to assume that solar power plants require no care at all. Solar Farms face several threats, such as lightning, which can damage various components on the farm. Another enemy is the small squirrels that like to chew on anything resembling wires, which might only damage the insulation but can lead to short circuits and potentially fires when combined with rainwater. Additionally, an unavoidable foe like dust and debris can accumulate on panels, significantly reducing the efficiency of electricity production.

Prompt detection of these issues can minimize losses during downtime periods, which requires an efficient monitoring system capable of analysis and immediate alerts, allowing for swift resolution by maintenance teams.

Solar Rooftop Dashboard

The Business Dashboard for public relations purposes has been completed. This is the first site that Blue Solar Solution has implemented entirely remotely, without any on-site visits. This proves the effectiveness of our coordination between field engineers and our in-house engineers.

In this Solar Monitoring project, we took on the task of connecting SMA String Inverters, Pyranometers, Panel Temperature Sensors, and Ambient Temperature Sensors through a Cluster Controller. We stored the data in a database and displayed it beautifully through a web browser on a Smart TV. Additionally, the display also shows the amount of CO2 reduced, the cost savings achieved, and other values that contribute to the preservation of our planet.

Suphanburi 5MW Solar Power Plant Monitoring

24th Jun 2017 : Install String Level PV Monitoring System

Blue Solar Solution Co., Ltd. has developed a monitoring system to enhance the efficiency of Operation and Maintenance tasks for Solar Power Plants. A new function has been added to monitor Solar Panel Strings on a map reflecting the actual installation areas.

This allows operators to easily identify the locations of solar panels that require maintenance without having to consult the time-consuming plant schematics.

Moreover, this String Monitoring system also displays abnormalities in the panels through user-friendly graphics, making it easy for users to understand and interpret.

Project Solar Monitoring System Site Saraburi 5MW

17th Jun 2017 : Install String Level PV Monitoring System

Blue Solar Solution Co., Ltd. has been entrusted by Irradiance Solar and Jetion Solar to install a Solar Monitoring System for monitoring the operation of Solar Panels at the string level in a 5MW Solar Power Plant project located in Ban Mo District, Saraburi Province.

Blue Solar Solution has connected 54 Combiner Boxes, allowing for the monitoring of up to 864 PV Strings, which covers more than 17,000 solar panels.

On the installation day, the solar irradiance reached 1,100 W/sq.m. in Saraburi Province, making it an ideal location for Solar Farm development.

If any solar panel in a string is underperforming, it affects the overall performance of the entire string, which consists of up to 20 solar panels. Due to the series connection among the panels, the current flowing through the entire string is uniform and equals the output of the least performing panel.

Therefore, installing a monitoring system capable of delving into the performance at the string level is crucial. It ensures that the invested capital yields the highest possible returns in the future.

At Blue Solar Solution Co., Ltd., we have a team of engineers specialized in monitoring systems. We can provide consultation and assistance in installation, configuration, and design of data connections for various devices to ensure timely project completion.

Battery Monitoring System

Why do we use battery monitoring system?

Continuous power is essential for organizations with critical applications. Stand by batteries provide the last line of defence against downtime. Without battery monitoring the true integrity and capacity of battery banks remains unknown.

Technology of battery monitoring has important impact on reliability and can be used to define the best strategy for service and replacement, resulting in a better level of protection for all applications. Continuous monitoring of internal resistance, voltage, current, temperature and changes during charge/ discharge cycling can specify degeneration of individual batteries prior to failure.

Our Battery Monitoring System

Intelligent battery status monitoring with predictive analytics and alert before its failure
Real-time Monitoring with high accuracy
Battery cells can be monitored individually
Automatic Online Load Test during float charge – no maintenance time
Secure installation
Scalable with modular design

Applications

  • Solar Farm – Energy Storage – up to 2 MWH per system
  • Telecom Industry 48 Vdc system – Network Nodes and BSC Centralized monitoring.
  • Data Center – UPS backup battery – up to 1,920 battery blocks per system

Specifications : Solution BM-0204

Battery Monitoring Catalog 20180319

Battery monitoring solution for energy back-up batteries. Up to 240 batteries per single system and up to 1,920 batteries using additional server.
Real-time monitoring for individual cell voltage, ambient temperature and string current.
Automatic load test and battery health check by internal resistance.
Suitable for both Data Center and Telco with 48Vdc environment.
Web-based user interface and web-service API (JSON)

Battery Monitoring Module : model BCM-208

A BCM-208 is designed for individual battery cell voltage measurement.
Individually load test to check state of health (SoH) of each battery.
Float charge current and voltage monitoring.
No power consumed from monitored battery to avoid fully discharge that can cause the battery damages.

BCM-208 : Specification
Voltage measurement range 2 V – 12 V
Voltage accuracy +/- 0.1 %
Voltage resolution 0.01 V
No. of Voltage channels 8 Channels
No. of Current channels 2 Channels
No. of Temperature channel 1 Channel
Dry Contact Output 12V/1A 1 Channel
Communication RS-485 with Modbus Protocol
Communication Response Time 100 ms
Operating temperature -20 to 80 ºC
Operating humidity non-condensing  10 – 80% RH
Current Accuracy +/- 1%
Current Resolution 0.1 A
Temp. measurement range 0-80 ⁰C
Temperature accuracy +/- 2%
Temperature resolution 0.1 ⁰C
Auto. Load Test is available for 7 – 300AH Battery
Auto. Load Test Schedulable up to 4 time/day
Powered from Power Supply 12 – 48 Vdc
Power consumption 2 W
Size 10x20x3 cm.  Weight 760 g.

Data Collector Unit : model BDC-1015

A BDC-1015 Fanless Embedded system is used to collect voltage/temperature/current data from BCM-208 via RS485 ports.
BDC-1015 can be web server to let client computers to connect and display battery information via web-base UI and JSON API.
And also be a web client used to post data to cloud server.

BDC-1015 : Specification
Maximum number of connection to BCM-208 :
30 modules 240 Batteries (15 modules/bus)
No. of RS-485 Port 2 ports
No. of Ethernet Port 1 port
Web-service Interface JSON
Web-based User Interface HTML5
Dry Contact Output 12V/1A 2 Channels
Auxiliary Analog Input 2 Channels
Operating temperature -20 to 80 ºC
Operating humidity non-condensing 10 – 80% RH
Load Test Scheduling Configurable
Internal Resistance Data Logger
Solid State Current Load
SD Card Memory 4 GB
OLED Display
Powered from Power Supply 12 – 48 Vdc
Power consumption 2 W
Size 10x20x3 cm.  Weight 500 g.

String Current & Temperature Module : model C8-200

A C8-200 is a module used to measure the string current and ambient temperature with hall effect current senor and temperature probe.

C8-200 : Specification
Current Sensor
Current measurement range +/- 50 to 1000 A
Current Accuracy +/- 1%
Linearity 1%
Insulation Voltage 3000 Vdc
Operating Temperature -10°C ~ +80°C
Unit Weight 90 g
Offset Voltage 20mV
Hysteresis Error ±10mV
Overload Capacity 20 times
Response Time 10uS
Thermal Drift 500 ppm/°C
Power Consumption 0.25 W
Temperature Sensor
Temperature measurement range 0-80 ⁰C

Software Interface : PC Version

Battery Monitoring Software installed in an industrial PC to manage load test schedule, record data and analyze state of health of individual battery using internal resistance information.

Software Features and Functions

Structure Configuration
– Multi-Site Management
– Multi-UPS per Site
– Multi-String per UPS
– Battery Types and Condition

Real-time Monitoring
– Charge/Discharge Status
– Individual Battery Voltage
– String Total Voltage
– String Current
– Ambient Temperature

Overall Level Alert
– Power Outage / Discharge Event
– Abnormal Ambient Temperature
– Over Charge/Discharge Current

Individual Battery Alert
– Over Charging Voltage
– Deep Discharging Voltage
– Internal Resistance exceeding threshold
– %Change of Internal Resistance from Initial State

Discharge Curve Analysis
– Discharge curve comparable to the other batteries
– Internal Resistance Trending comparing to threshold

Scheduled Automatic Load Test
– Monthly/Daily Schedule
– Specific day of month
– Specific hour of day

Monitoring Cloud Services

We also provide cloud solution for Battery Monitoring Services.

Why cloud?
– Customers can monitor anywhere anytime over the internet.
– Multiple locations support.
– Maintenance-free software.
– Save initial cost on infrastructure.
– Free new features update.