SCADA Miner

SCADA Miner is a specialized software service designed to enhance the performance and reliability of wind farms by leveraging existing Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) data. By automating data retrieval and analysis, SCADA Miner identifies specific conditions requiring investigation among vast amounts of operational data, enabling proactive maintenance and optimization strategies.

Key Features:

1. Automated Data Analysis:

   • SCADA Miner continuously examines asset performance by connecting to the wind farm's SCADA historian and requesting the required data. The data is analyzed, and an Exception Report is produced if the results of the analysis exceed alerting thresholds. This process allows engineering resources to remain focused on solving engineering problems.
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2. Exception Reporting:

   • When a test is due, SCADA Miner connects to the wind farm SCADA historian and requests the required data. The data is analyzed, and an Exception Report is produced if the results of the analysis exceed alerting thresholds. The Exception Report is emailed, along with the raw data if applicable. The Exception report and data are also uploaded onto an online tracking and collaboration system.
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3. Targeted Alerts:

   • The person responsible for investigation of the identified issue will receive the Exception Report. A metering report goes to the compliance department, a mechanical issue generates an alert for the site wind turbine technicians, etc.
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4. No Additional Hardware Required:

   • SCADA Miner operates as a cloud-based service, eliminating the need for additional hardware or software installations. Simply provide access to the wind farm historian. No hardware or software to purchase and no server to maintain.
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Use Cases:

• Predictive Maintenance:

  • By analyzing SCADA data, SCADA Miner can detect early signs of component degradation, such as high main bearing temperatures or drivetrain vibrations, allowing operators to perform maintenance before failures occur.
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• Performance Optimization:

  • The system identifies underperformance and inefficiencies by comparing current operations against historical data, enabling adjustments that enhance energy production.
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• Compliance Monitoring:

  • SCADA Miner ensures that wind farms adhere to grid compliance requirements by monitoring reactive power exchange and other critical parameters.
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Benefits:

• Increased Availability:

  • Through predictive maintenance and early failure detection, SCADA Miner helps increase turbine availability, leading to higher energy production.
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• Resource Optimization:

  • Automated analysis frees up engineering resources, allowing them to focus on solving engineering problems rather than sifting through data.
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• Operational Intelligence:

  • The system provides actionable insights into turbine performance, enabling informed decision-making and strategic planning.
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Pricing and Trial:

SCADA Miner offers indicative pricing for a medium-sized wind farm between $0.35 to $0.60 (AUD) per MW per day. A setup fee applies and is dependent on the complexity of data extraction from the wind farm SCADA historian server. This fee would not typically exceed $3000. For more information or to inquire about a free trial, please visit their contact page.

By harnessing the power of existing SCADA data, SCADA Miner enables wind farm operators to proactively manage their assets, leading to increased efficiency, reduced downtime, and maximized revenue.

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