Black start diesel generator sets (BSDG)

Restoration of a power system after a complete blackout is a very important problem. The decision support system for black-start can help dispatchers to establish black-start schemes and restore the power system as soon as possible. Combining topology analysis technology with expert systems, how to formulate power system black-start schemes is investigated. 

An automatic derivation and assessment system of black-start schemes is developed on the background of a decision support system for black-start. This system can automatically derivate a group of black-start schemes according to the real-time state of the power system. By using of analytic hierarchy process technique and knowledge based on expert's experience, the system can assess these schemes and arrange their orders so that the scientific and well-understanding decision reference can be provided to dispatchers.

So In the event of a blackout, a reliable black start system is essential. Power must be supplied to the gas turbine’s starting systems and controls. For a fast start-up without using auxiliary power, count on Hiersun Power black start diesel generator sets (BSDG).

No matter what brand, size or configuration of gas turbine you operate (single GT, combined cycle or with cogeneration), we offer a complete, turnkey solution that will fit your needs fast. Hiersun Power provides customized BSDG solutions based on a modular, long-lasting, approved and cost-efficient design. We combine more than 10 years of expertise in gas turbines and diesel power generation systems to produce systems that meet the highest quality standards in the industry.

What is black start ?

Black Start is the procedure to recover from a total or partial shutdown of the GB Transmission System which has caused an extensive loss of supplies. This entails isolated power stations being started individually and gradually being reconnected to each other in order to form an interconnected system again.

In the event of a Black Start situation, the service requires the provider to start up its main generator(s) in order to power up sections of the National Transmission System and distribution network. This service would be initiated under the instruction of National Grid.

Information about why a black start generator needed ?

Several large blackouts have occurred in North America and Canada, England, Sweden and Denmark, Italy, Greece, Kuwait, Moscow, Western Europe, China, Brazil and other countries. The actual operation of power system at home and abroad show that new equipment’s and technology can make power system operate safely and steady, but impossible to avoid blackout occurrence .

As modern society becomes increasingly dependent on electricity supply, consequences caused by large blackouts become more and more serious. Once blackout occurred, measures must be taken to restore the power supply as soon as possible . Black-start plan, whose task is to restore the selected target unit through a proper restoration path starting from black-start source, should be developed in advance to guarantee a fast service restoration after massive outages. Black-start units should be appointed and their black-start capability should be tested periodically

We also make integrating the BSDG with your gas turbine quick and easy. Hiersun Power full project engineering support in every project phase, including conceptual design, detailed engineering, hardware delivery and commissioning.