Conversion

Battery Energy Storage

Systems (BESS)

Nidec Conversions // www.nidec-conversion.com

 Primary manufacturing locations for
Battery Energy Storage:

FRANCE
Located in central France, our Roche-la-Moliere
facility is the global Center of Excellence for Energy
Storage Systems with global responsibility for the
development of our Power and Energy Management
System (PEMS) as well as the design and construction
of our containerized BESS solutions such as the all-in-
one ACBOX and battery-only DC blocks.

NIDEC – A GLOBAL
FORCE
ITALY
Located in northern Italy, our Milan facility is the
global Center of Excellence for Power Electronics. Our
Power Conversion Systems are designed, developed
and manufactured based on our more than 100
years of experience in the manufacturing of power
electronics for heavy industrial applications.

Nidec is a $15bn USD multinational In 2013, Nidec group purchased Ansaldo Sistemi
Industriali, an Italian multinational with over a century
Company with over 200,000 of experience in the design and manufacture of
employees. USA
power electronics, motors and generators and
Nidec Group expanded its USA operations with the
automation systems for industrial applications
opening of a facility in Cleveland (Ohio). The state-
thus entering the rapidly evolving energy sector
We are focused on converting Clean with a focus on solutions that are transforming
of-the-art facility features a purpose-built area for
Energy into Power, we convert Clean the assembly and testing of extensive industrial
the industry, including Energy Storage. Nidec also
controls and automation systems, Battery Energy
Power into Motion, and we power owns the following industrial brands: US Motors,
Storage Systems (BESS), and Medium Voltage Drives,
KatoEngineering, Leroy Somer, Control Techniques
the future, achieving a better and and SSB Wind Systems.
along with a cutting-edge production area for Nidec’s
greener world for next generations, Avtron Encoders.

developing and manufacturing With over 8GWh in operation across the globe in more
than 147 projects, Nidec is one of the world’s leading
solutions that serve Energy, Mobility, providers of large scale energy storage solutions.
and the Planet. Whether you are investing in Primary Frequency
Regulation, Power Balancing, Peak Shaving, Peak
Shifting or Microgrid applications we have the right INDIA
The factory in Chennai is the newest addition to
solution to fit your needs.
our expanding energy storage capabilities for
manufacturing and system integration. The facility
#1 in Europe. Ranked in top 3 for Utility manufactures LV drives and systems for industrial
and energy applications for the Indian market.
Scale BESS Globally.

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 THE EXTRAORDINARY VALUE OF
EXPERIENCE

18
SERVICE CENTERS

9
MANUFACTURING SITES

3 GW
INSTALLED CAPACITY

8 GWh
IN OPERATION

147
PROJECTS

27
COUNTRIES

Our components and Systems offer safe, POWER QUALITY

Nidec is a leading supplier of Power Quality solutions
reliable performance over their entire including StaticVar, D-Statcom and Statcom for industrial SE
lifetime backed by nearly a century of HOU
and grid applications. Our in-depth knowledge of power IN- ASSEMBLE & TEST
experience in the design, manufacture and quality has allowed us to develop algorithms that INS
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supply of electrical systems. Our expertise
optimize energy flows from and to the grid to ensure
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optimal voltage and frequency regulation, mitigating any CT & CO
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System for a truly integrated solution.
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be available for the life of the equipment. Rugged and

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Nidec takes a partnership approach with customers and
robust, these products have a proven track record for Basic
ensures that the experience of working with us is always
performance and efficiency.

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and Operation
positive. Our expert engineering and project management Detailed PMS/ and
team has fine-tuned our process into three simple steps: PCS BOS
Engineering EMS Maintenance
POWER MANAGEMENT
• Configure
ARTICS Smart Energy is our proprietary, real-time
• Assemble & Test
integrated Power and Energy Management System
which operates on standard hardware platforms. With
• Install & Commission PLUG & PLAY STORAGE SYSTEM
a vast library of functions, the system can quickly be 0 MONTHS 6-12
configured to your plant’s requirements. Based on our
industrial platform it is a tried and true solution used
CONFIGURE ASSEMBLE & TEST INSTALL & COMMISSION
in thousands of plants across the globe and can be
seamlessly integrated with third party arbitrage or
supervisory software.

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 SAFETY SYSTEMS
ACBOX Plug & Play • Fire detection and extinction
POWER CONVERSION SYSTEMS (PCS)
Leveraging its extensive expertise in power
Solutions •
•
Deflagration panels
Vents for gas expulsion
BATTERIES
• 20 Ft: up to 5.0 MWh
electronics, Nidec developed 4-quadrant,
water-cooled power conversion solutions
• 30 Ft: up to 6.6 MWh compatible with batteries rated up to 1500 V.
The benefits of BESS
BESS technology helps improve energy flow AD7000
at every stage of the energy transmission 3-level NPC water-cooled power module,
chain. It can reduce generation costs, powering ACBOX and ES1500 solutions
managing and flattening the load profile
and consequently avoid/postpone grid
upgrades and/or the need for additional
peaker stations. Furthermore, energy from
renewable sources can be integrated with
BESS to optimize the plant’s generation
profile to either obtain a flat profile or
store excess production to release later
when required. Moreover, BESS makes
the grid smarter and capable of using
electrical power at the grid level when it
is most needed. At the end-user level, for
Industrial applications, BESS provides a
reliable energy source for specific loads to
proactively compensate for voltage flickers
and short power outages (an alternative
form of power quality), thus avoiding any ES1500
production outages due to a grid fault. Outdoor solution for long duration
Management of production peaks is also a (4 hours to 8 hours) BESS applications
suitable application, offsetting the need to
upgrade the factory grid.

COOLING SYSTEM
Rugged industrial chiller for
flawless operation in the harshest
environmental conditions

Easy access for inspection

and maintenance POWER CONVERSION
up to 2.5 MVA

AC port

COMPLIANCE
SYSTEM COMPOSITION MV/LV transformer and MV swtichgear also configured SAFETY FEATURES Nidec Power Conversion Systems meet
ACBOX units are a plug-and-play solution comprising and supplied by Nidec for optimal performance. Seamless Our systems are best in class for safety complying with requirements by all major international
batteries, 4-quadrant AC/DC power conversion, thermal integration with Nidec Power and Energy Managament the most stringent safety code standards: UL 1973, 9540, standards:
management through an embedded water-cooling Systems ensures maximum flexbility in meeting customer and 9540A – NFPA 70, 70E, and 855 – IEC 60529 and 62619
system, and state-of-the-art safety features. application demands and grid code requirements. – UN 38.3. • Safety: IEC 62109-1, -2, IEC 62477-1, UL 1741
• EMC: IEC 62920
ACBOX units are delivered in rugged 20 ft, 30 ft or 40 ft • Grid Code: VDE-AR-N 4110, 4120, UL 1741
COOLING SYSTEM
high-cube containers, ensuring maximum robustness SA/SB, Terna Allegato A.79
Our rugged industrial chillers reduce parasitic losses and
and compatibility with the harshest environmental optimize the temperature inside the container no matter
conditions. ACBOX units are complemented by an FUTURE-PROOF
what the external environment might be. They also do
external Grid-connected grid forming operation with
away with maintenance issues that can arise with HVAC,
fault ride-through and syntehtic inertia
like cleaning filters and condensation.
capabilities make Nidec Power Conversion
Systems ready to support grids in the
face of ever increasing penetration of non-
programmable power generation

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 ARTICS SMART ENERGY is a configurable, open platform CONTROL SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE

BATTERY SIZING AND ARTICS SMART ENERGY that offers maximum reliability based on our industrial
automation suite used in more than 900 plants
BMS PMS

worldwide.

Key functions include:

• Power metering
Battery sizing is one of the most
• Historical data collection
critical steps in developing the
• RES production prediction and management
optimal bess system. At nidec
• Forecast of energy profile for the next day
we have developed an advanced Customer load
ES1500
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lifecycle system modeling tool • Real-time control for loads and generators for -F E
profile & use

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grid stability and max RES production purposes

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• Measure and analysis of the electric distribution

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load profile and the battery Lifecycle Optimal system
manufacturer’s theoretical life system
system design
cycle and run a simulation of how • Emergency and protection management
modeling
the batteries will actually perform Final
• System Synchronization
Battery lifetime Theoretical • On-Grid & Off-Grid operations
to determine the ideal battery battery sizing
simulation battery sizing • Monitoring and supervision system UMS HMI
sizing for the application.

Nidec portfolio includes a fully integrated control

architecture collecting data from BMS on one end
and interacting with the grid and TSO on the other,
Our systems are battery agnostic. Nidec has vast MINIMIZING THE LOSSES
to deliver optimal battery performance and grid code
experience working with different types of batteries in
EFFICIENT POWER DISPATCHING compliance through a set of proprietary software
various applications.
solutions:
• Power Conversion System Control
Battery Technology
• Unit Management System
• Power Management System FIREWALL REMOTE AGENT
• Energy Management System
• SCADA and HMI
MOLTEN NICKEL
LI-ION LEAD ACID
METAL/SALT BASED

Power Density (NMC) Power Density Power Density Power Density

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Energy Density (LFP) Energy Density Energy Density Energy Density
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Life Cycle Life Cycle Life Cycle Life Cycle • Testing over 300 days
«««« « «« «« • Each point is a day
Efficiency Efficiency Efficiency Efficiency
«««« «« «« «« • In the standard control mode, the system is balancing the SOC of the
Price Price Price Price batteries.
«« «««« «« ««« • The algorithms in our PMS are based on a “Loss Optimization Strategy”
Environmental Environmental Environmental Environmental
Impact Impact Impact Impact which grants chances to further reduce losses through optimized
««« «« «««« «« usage of our inverters.

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 Operation & Maintenance are an optional service that we
can provide to customers. This service can be tailored to our
customer’s specific needs.

Nidec is able to offer customers 24/7 remote plant

operation control and monitoring, including reporting of
site operation and performance data. As the plant operator,
Nidec will manage scheduling for preventive and corrective
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE maintenance programs as well as ensuring spare parts
are always available and up to date. Plant performance
Nidec provides warranties with optional long term reporting includes regular performance analysis with both
monthly and annual status updates. Furthermore, Nidec
operation and maintenance contracts for full life can manage customer invoicing to third parties. Yearly
cycle support. Our operating and maintenance qualification testing can also be included in the contract.
philosophy represents our company’s general
partnership approach - the scope of work can be Our maintenance programs include the following activities:
• First Level Intervention
adapted to the customer’s needs and requirements. • Preventive Maintenance
• Corrective Maintenance
• Hot Line Support, through a dedicated
• Help-Desk
• Remote Access Support.

Under Long Term contracts, Customers are expected to

ensure that a minimum stock of spare parts are available
on-site but these can be managed by Nidec.

Nidec can also provide technical training for the Customer’s

Plant personnel, including Corrective Maintenance,
troubleshooting, and equipment repairs so that the
customer’s Staff can repair the failure within the minimum
possible time.

Nidec offers various communication strategies to minimize

eventual downtime periods including: Maximum Notification
Period, 24h Desk Support, Remote Support (via authorized
VPN tunnel), Single Call Procedure.

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