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2011 IIEE Board of Governors and Officers National President VP-Internal Affairs VP-External Affairs VP-Technical Affairs National Secretary National Treasurer Auditor Region I Region II Region IV Region V Region VI Region VII Region VIII Region IX Immediate Former President Officer-in-Charge Armando R. Diaz Jules S. Alcantara Gregorio R. Cayetano Alex C. Cabugao Ma. Sheila C. Cabaraban Larry C. Cruz Florigo C. Varona Francis R. Calanio Virgilio S. Luzares Roselyn C. Rocio Ronaldo D. Ebrada Marlon T. Marcuelo Lelanie T. Mirambel Rey G. Paduganan Victorianito E. Teofilo Gregorio Y. Guevarra Ramon P. Ayaton
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PRESIDENTS REPORT IIEE NEWS Chapter and National News A Tribute to Engr. Edward L. Mendoza COVER STORY From Di-yar-yooo to CEO QUARTERLY INDUSTRY NEWS DIGEST
Meralco Clarifies Settlement Agreement Issue ERC Amends Rules for Issuance of License to Retail Electricity Suppliers DOE Allays Fears of Possible Oil Supply Disruption DOE Prepares for 2011 Requirements to Ensure Reliable Supply Nationwide
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IIEE National Secretariat Department Heads Administrative Finance Technical Marketing & Memberhip Niellisa Joy B. Bandong Karen T. Sacdalan Ramon P. Ayaton Allen M. Pido
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Framework for Reliability Evaluation of the Smart Grid By: Engr. Edwin B.Cano, PEE Electric Motor Technical Description From Electric Power Research Institute APQI Reducing Inrush Current Through a Hospital Equipment Prevented Frequent Failures By: Dean A.S. Sempio A Closer Look at Power Factor Adjustment Does NGCP Really Need to Get Rid of It By: Roque F. Corpuz & Gerald F. Pagobo
Publications Committee Chairman: Members: Robinson S. Uy Ernesto M. Cabral Marvin H. Caseda Dr. Allan C. Nerves Ronald Vincent M. Santiago Alex C. Cabugao The ELECTRICAL ENGINEER The Electrical Engineer is published quarterly by the Institute of Integrated Electrical Engineers of the Philippines, Inc. (IIEE), with editorial and business offices at #41 Monte de Piedad St., Cubao Quezon City, Philippines. Tel Nos. (632) 722-7383, 7273552, 412-5772, 414-5626, Fax Nos. (632) 721-6442 & 410-1899. Website: www.iiee.org.ph, E-mail: iiee@iiee.org.ph. The present circulation of the magazine is 28,000 copies per issue to members and industry stakeholders. The ELECTRICAL ENGINEERS Editorial Board Chairman Editorial-in-Chief Associate Editor: Technical Consultant: Administrative Officer: Editorial Staff Editorial Assistant Technical Assistant Graphic Artist Jenelyn C. Pajutining Glynn Andy O. Gayman Elwood B. Perez Alex C. Cabugao Robinson S. Uy Ernesto M. Cabral Dr. Allan C. Nerves Ramon P. Ayaton
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As we reach the 36th year of serving the electric industry , we are confident that the competency of members and industry practitioners is significantly enhanced. It is the Institutes thrust this year to strongly promote affordable energy sources as the primary key to national competitiveness. The advocacy initiatives gives priority to information and educational campaigns and choice topics in technical sessions of various fora. We expect also the collaboration with other technical organizations here and abroad to maximize our resources and create broader impacts.
For this issue, The Electric Engineer features various activities of the Institute with the cooperation of its chapters and regions during the first quarter of 2011. We have gathered the expertise and experiences of our industry practitioners in the published technical articles to serve as references for our other members. We thank Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) which is one of the leading research and development centers in the field of electrical engineering for allowing the Institute access to relevant technical reports and researches. This move will surely enhance the technical knowledge of the members of the Institute. Our magazine warmly welcomes the newly elected Board of Governors under Engr. Armando R. Diaz, our National President. The reports of the recently concluded National Student Convention is one of the highlights in this issue since it has always been the Institutes objective to enhance the skills and leadership competencies of the IIEE Council of Student Chapters. We encourage all members to take time to prepare technical papers dealing with theories and applications in the field of electrical engineering that could be presented in the 36th IIEE National Convention. These papers could eventually find publications in local and technical magazines of the electric and power industry. The guidelines of the 2011 EE Research Contest drawn by the Academic Affairs Committee are also featured in this issue. The Editorial Board expresses its appreciation to all who continuously contribute and support to The Electric Engineer. We trust that we will make worthy contributions to the industry through our magazine and other publications of the Institute.
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vision of the Institute. With an aim of marking another year of providing quality service to our members in enhancing human welfare, and of creating an impact through modern innovation, the Institute welcomes all the challenges and difficulties that may arise on its way to excellence. As the first quarter is coming to an end, the Institute has progressively moved on its primary thrust for this year with on Electrical Safety.
I. IIEE GOVERNANCE A. 2011 Committee Strategic Planning The Institute conducted its 2011 Strategic Planning last January 8, 2011 at the IIEE National Office. It was attended by the different Standing and Ad Hoc Committee Chairmen and Members. During the said planning workshop, the committees were divided into groups, with their Overseer as their facilitator. Each group formulated their year-long objectives, plans and programs for the Institute. B. Planning Committee Meeting The 2011 Planning Committee chaired by Former President Engr. Arthur N. Escalante, held a meeting last January 15, 2011. The committee reviewed the strategic plans and objectives of the different IIEE Committees, which were first formulated during the 2011 Strategic Planning held last January 8, 2011. The committee further consolidated the estimated expenses of the programs through the Finance Committee. This is to formulate and come up with a budget for the plans and programs for 2011. C. 2011 Board of Governors' Team Building and Orientation With an aim of enhancing the teamwork, developing camaraderie and harmonious working relationship, and providing a venue for mingling and geting to know each other, the 2011 IIEE Board of Governors held its Team Building last January 21, 2011 at the MMLDC. The orientation for the new members of the IIEE Board was held on January 22, prior to the 1st Regular Board Meeting. The orientation aimed to provide an overview of the Institutes Policies and Implementing Rules and Regulations the IIEE conduct of activities in the regions.
The Institute is on its new year of formulating and implementing activities that will realize the mission and
The Board of Governors during the Team Building last January 21, 2011 1st QUARTER 2011 THE ELECTRICAL ENGINEER
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D. Regular Executive Committee Meeting and Regular Board Meeting The IIEE Executive Committee(ExCom) composed of the National President, as the Presiding Chairman, Vice President for Internal Affairs, Vice President for External Affairs, Vice President for Technical Affairs, National Secretary and National Treasurer, regularly conducts a monthly meeting to discuss different issues concerning the IIEE Standing and Ad hoc Committees, external linkages, general membership and secretariat and other operational concerns. The Board of Governors, composed of the members of the Executive Committee, including the National Auditor and Eight (8) Regional Governors hold its monthly regular board meeting for the quarter to discuss and approve matters in relation to the objectives of the Institute and other matters in accordance with the Institute's policies and implementing rules and regulations. II. IIEE ACTIVITIES REGIONAL CONFERENCE The Central Laguna Chapter successfully hosted the Region IV 12th Regional Conference last March 17-19, 2011 at Paseo Premiere Hotel, Sta. Rosa Laguna. It was attended by more than 200 delegates coming from the different chapters of the Region.
The Institute encouraged the Regional Governors and host Chapters to include the Academe Forum, Student Forum and technical topic on 'How to Become A Professional Electrical Engineer' by the Board of Electrical Engineering in every regional conference and convention. CHAPTER ACTIVITIES The Regional Governors regularly submitted their monthly reports that includes the activities being conducted by the chapters in the region. Some of the chapter events are featured in this issue. The Institute encouraged the chapters to formulate and implement activities in line with the electrical mission, as the primary thrust of the present administration. IIEE-ELECTRICAL FIRE COMMITTEE The Institute, represented by the National President, together with the IIEE- Electrical Fire Committee Chairman, Engr. William J. Juan, IIEE Region 1 Governor, Engr. Francis R. Calanio and IIEE Former Region I Governor, Engr. Dominador Valmonte, Jr. conducted a fact-finding investigation on January 12, 2011 on the fire incident that burned down the Sunshine Motorcycle Parts and the Sunshine Bed and Breakfast Pension House, last December 19, 2010. The team was called by the IIEE CagayanKalinga-Apayao Chapter, upon its receipt of a letter from the DILG Fact Finding Investigation, requesting for assistance from the IIEE National Office to conduct an assessment on the said incident.
Outreach Program on Free Electrical Inspection for different business establishments. PROGRESS ON THE IIEE NEW BUILDING The Ad Hoc Committee on IIEE New Building conducted several meetings to discuss the requirements on permits for the construction of the IIEE New Building. The soil testing of the site where the proposed building will be constructed was also completed and the committee will further focus on the marketing campaign to solicit funds for the IIEE New Building. IIEE COUNCIL OF STUDENT CHAPTERS The IIEE CSC successfully held its National Student Convention (NSCON) last February 23-25, 2011 at the Adamson University. The NSCON included the 10th National Math Wizard and 24th National Quiz Show. The event is also featured in this issue. The CSC also conducted its Orientation for the next set of National CSC Officer SY: 2011-2012. III. EXTERNAL LINKAGES International Copper Association South East Asia (ICASEA) The IIEE and the International Copper Association- South East Asia (ICASEA), a non-profit organization that has a vision of inspiring the world about copper's essentiality for health, technology and the quality of life and a mission to advance copper as the material of choice for current markets and new applications, signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) last February 10, 2011 at the New World Hotel in Makati City.
The 45th Fire Prevention Month Kick-Off Ceremonies held last March 1, 2011.
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The MOA bound these two organizations in spearheading the Electrical Safety Enforcement and Awareness (ESEA) Campaign Project in the Philippines. Last December 2008, the IIEE and ICASEA signed a MOA for the creation of three manuals on Motors & Drives, Transformers and Cables & Wires. On 2010, the IIEE and ICA signed the Addendum to the first MOA, wherein as they decided to continue the cooperation to Phase 2. In this regard, the IIEE will provide speakers to discuss the three manuals during the eight (8) Regional Conferences, National Mid-Year Convention and Annual National Convention on 2011. Furthermore, the IIEE will give free technical CDs containing hard copies of the three manuals, in every regional conference and convention. As a part of month-long electrical safety activities of the Institute, the IIEE, in collaboration with the International Copper Association (ICA), held an Electrical Safety Symposium on March 31, 2011 at Meralco Mini Theater, Ortigas Ave., Pasig City, Philippines. The event has an aim to increase the awareness of of Filipino electrical engineers on the importance and other aspects of electrical safety. Green Building The Institute, through the IIEE New Building Committee Chairman, Engr. Arthur N. Escalante participated in a Symposium on Green Building Ordinance 2009 and Implementing Rules and Regulations by the Quezon City Department of Building Official last February 23, 2011. The symposium has an aim to increase the awareness of general public on understanding the basics of Green Building Standards of Quezon City and at the same time, serve as a guidepost on constructing and retrofitting buildings.
DEPARTMENT OF INTERIOR AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT- BUREAU OF FIRE PROTECTION (DILG-BFP) The IIEE Electrical Fire participated in the observance of the 45th Fire Prevention Month with the theme, Kahandaan Sa Sunog, Tungo sa Kaunlaran held last March 1, 2011 at the Bahay ng Alumni, UP Diliman, Campus, Quezon City. Last March 26, 2011, IIEE Electrical Fire Committee conducted its 2011 Electrical Safety Forum #1 at Seminar Room A, 3rd floor, IIEE National Office. It was attended by almost thirty (30) electrical practitioners coming from the different fields in the industry. IV. MEMBERSHIP DEVELOPMENT IIEE TRAININGS With an objective of updating its members on the latest trends in the electrical profession, and of enhancing the professional competencies of the members, the IIEE Continuing Education Committee conducted two (2) technical seminars during the quarter: (1) Substation Design with Resource Speaker: Engr. Virgilio S. Luzares and (2) National Building Code with Resource Speaker: Engr. Fe Barrientos. The schedule of approved technical seminars for 2011 is featured in this issue. The Institute encourages the member to attend the technical seminars and be updated on the latest trends in the industry. WELFARE AND
HOUSE BILL No. 4106 The House of Representatives, through Hon. Rufus B. Rodriguez and Hon. Maximo B. Rodriguez,. Jr. introduced House Bill No. 4106 Strengthening the Continuning Professional Education Program that the Continuing Professional Education (CPE) is essential to enhance and maintain the high professional and occupational, ethical, and technical standards in the practice of the profession in reference to The Philippine Constitution, Article XII, Section 14. With its commitment of promoting professional development, and upgrading the skills of the licensed and registered electrical practitioners, and maintaining the highest degree of professional practice in the field of industry, the IIEE, sent a declaration of support for House Bill No. 4106. Furthermore, a counterpart bill to House Bill No. 4106 was requested to be filed in the Senate. DZMM & DZRB With its advocacy to halt the increasing number of fire incidents due to electrical reasons, the IIEE Electrical Fire Chairman Engr. William Juan, with the IIEE National President, Engr. Armando R, Diaz were invited by DZMM and DZRB to share their knowledge and expertise on electrical safety last February 13, 2011. The discussion aims to increase public knowledge on Electrical Safety and the dangerous consequences of electrical malpractice.
The participants of technical seminars of Substation Design with the Resource Speaker, Engr. Virgilio S. Luzares
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he IIEE National President, Engr. Armando R. Diaz, together with the IIEE-Bureau of Fire Protection Chairman, Engr. William J. Juan, IIEE Region 1 Governor, Engr. Francis R. Calanio and IIEE Former Region I Governor, Engr. Dominador Valmonte, Jr. conducted a factfinding investigation on January 12, 2011 regarding the fire incident that burned down the Sunshine Motorcycle Parts and the Sunshine Bed and Breakfast Pension House last December 19, 2010.
The team was requested by the IIEE Cagayan-Kalinga-Apayao Chapter, upon its receipt of a letter from the DILG Fact Finding Investigation, requesting for assistance from the IIEE National Office to the conduct an investigation for the said incident. Last January 15, 2011, Engr. Diaz called for a meeting of the IIEEElectrical Fire Tuguegarao Fact Finding Committee Comittee at the IIEE National Office.
The meeting was attended by the IIEE Executive Committee; Engr. Alex C. Cabugao, Engr. Ma. Sheila S. Cabaraban, Engr. Larry C. Cruz, Engr. Gregorio Y. Guevarra; IIEE Electrical Fire Committee Chairman, Engr. Williiam Juan, IIEE Former Presidents, Engr. Raymond Marquez, Engr. Virgilio Flordeliza, Engr. Rogelio M. Avenido, IIEE PEC Committee Chairman and Members, Engr. William Yan, Engr. Jesus C. Santos, Engr. Emiliano Marabulas, Engr. Gem Tan, Engr. Arturo Zabala, Engr. Lucio Alejo, Jr. and IIEE Region I Governor Engr. Francis Calanio. The committee, together with the chairman and members of PEC 1 Committee discussed the results of the fact finding investigation and tackled the possible strategies on the conduct of the investigation and how to avoid having similar incidents in the future.
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By: Mary Jane B. Nunez (IIEE- CSC, National Executive Vice- Chairman for Internal Affairs)
Council of Student Chapter, the 12th National Student Convention with the theme: Economic Development through Advocacy of Clean and Affordable Electricity, was held last February 23-26, 2011 at Adamson University. The four day event was composed of activities that enable the students to boost their academic and non- academic skills. At the same time, they were given the chance to practice Unity, Camaraderie, and Solidarity with other student chapters. The Field Trip took place on February 23, 2011. With 28 students from four participating schools, they visited Columbia Wires, Angat Dam, and Meralco Museum. The said Educational tour aims to widen the participants knowledge about the Electrical Engineering Field. The NSC Event proper started on February 24, 2011. The activities on the mentioned day were: 14th Mega Seminar Part 1, 7th Skills Olympics, and Exhibits. The Part 2 of 14th Mega Seminar, 4th IIEE-CSC Pageant, Chapters Representative Meeting and Exhibits were held on the third day, February 25, 2011. February 26, 2011, on the last day, showcased the 8th PEC Quiz Show, Exhibit, Student Achievement Award and Most
The following are the peopke behind the event. They are: 7th Skills Olympics: Chairman of the board: Engr. Ariel P. Duran and Board Members: Engr. Dennis A. Salvatus; Engr. Judy Cabacang; Engr. Marcelito Mangaoang; Engr. Claro Arno Royd Sanchez 8th PEC Quiz Show: Chairman of the board: Engr. William W. Yang and Board Members: Engr. Godofredo E. Eisma ; Engr. Gem J. Tan; Engr. Jesus C. Santos 4th IIEE- CSC Pageant: Engr. Ariel P. Duran, Mr. Jeffrey Jadormio & a representative from Careline Cosmetics. Through the untiring and unwavering support of the student members, the unconditional dedication of the national and regional officers, who are working as one; the NSCON marked another milestone in the history of IIEE CSC which is sure to continuously grow to unite and prove benefits for electrical engineering students.
Mr. Electrical Engg 2011 Ms. Electrical Engg 2011 1st RunnerUp 2nd RunnerUp
Mr. Daniel Pangolino Ms. Gretchen Beltran Mr. Paolo Alegre Ms. Katleen Erica Ragonjan Mr. Ronnie Santiano Ms. Crisdel Dumpay
The Most Outstanding School Chapter National went to University of Batangas from Region 4. The competitions were made possible also by the following Board of Judges and members of the committees for the different events.
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Central Laguna Chapter demonstrated its dedication to the electrical mission as they hosted the 12th Region IV Conference, under the leaderships of Engr. Eduardo Emata, Chapter President and the Lady Governor of Region IV, Engr. Roselyn C. Rocio last March 18-19, 2011 at the Paseo Primiere Hotel in Sta. Rosa, Laguna. The two-day event marked another success through the collaborative efforts of the chapters in the region, and the dedication and support from the Chapter Officers and Former Regional Governors. Almost 200 delegates coming from the different regions participated in the two-day conference prepared by the Central Laguna Chapter with an aim of bringing the latest innovation and developments in the electrical industry to its members. Prior to the conference proper was, a Sports Olympics: Basketball and Tennis, were held at Cabuyao Sports Gym last
March 12, 2011. It was sponsored by Integrated Power & Control Provider , Inc., Newton Electrical Equipment Co., Inc. and Micromatic Industries Inc. The Champion in Basketball was Southern Cavite Chapter and Runner-up was Central Laguna & Batangas Chapter. The champion in tennis was Northern Laguna Chapter and runner-up was Cabuyao Tennis Club. The conference was formally opened on March 18, 2011 and was supported by the Chapters in the region through their chapter presidents and other representatives. Engr. Eduardo Emata and Engr. Roselyn C. Rocio, welcomed all the delegates, guests, National Officers, Regional Governors, members of the Board of Engineering, former region IV officers and sponsors who attended and actively participated in the conference. Engr. Armando R. Diaz, Incumbent IIEE National President presented
the thrust of the Institute for this year. He presented the W.E.N.S as the primary thrust of the Institute in all its undertaking. W- stands for Welfare, EEcology, N- stands for the Neo Policy and S- Support. He further encouraged the members to come up with activities that supported the electrical mission. Designated Undersecretary and Head of SPIAMO of the Department of Finance (DOF), Hon. Vicente Nieva Biego, was represented by Sr. Superintendent Marcelino Llamoso from JG Summit Petrochem. In the message that was read by Sr. Supt. Llamoso, Usec. Biego emphasized the important role of electrical practitioners towards economic development. He further commended the Institute's 2011 Theme, Economic Development Through Clean and Affordable Electricity, as also one of the primary thrust of the Philippine government. To close his message, Usec. Biego, through Supt. Llamoso, invited delegates to pray for the victims of devastation in Japan. The Opening Ceremonies also included the presentation of ICA Manual for Transformer, Motors & Drives, and Wire, & Cables by Engr. Alex C. Cabugao, Engr. Rene Ong and Engr. Arthur Lopez, respectively. After the presentation of the three manuals, Engr. Meleusipo Fonollera, 1988 IIEE President, discussed the topic Nuclear Energy Review. As part of the Institute's program to encourage the Registered Electrical Engineers to be Professional Electrical Engineers, the topic How to Become A Professional Electrical Engineer was discussed by Hon. Francis V. Mapile, Board of Electrical Engineering Member.
From L-R: Region IV Governor, Engr. Roselyn C. Rocio, Central Laguna Chapter President Engr. Eduardo B. Emata, Jr.. IIEE National President, Engr. Armando R. Diaz and Sr. Superintendent Marcelino Llamoso
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Simultaneous technical sessions were conducted in the three function rooms of the venue. Among the technical topics discussed during the simultaneous technical and plenary sessions were (1) Short Circuit Calculation (Simplified Technique); (2) Proper Grounding and Grounding Maintenance; (3) New Fire Code of the Philippines; (4) Electrical Inspection Guidelines and Permitting Updates for Industrial Plants; (5) EPIRA and Open Access; (6) Building Power and Distribution, Renewable Energy Opportunities; (7) Substation Maintenance and Operation; (8) Substation Safety Practices; (9) Electrical Lock-Out Tag-Out; and (10)
Practical Electrical Safety. Twenty-four (24) exhibitors participated in the exhibition featuring the latest products and services that the present industry could offer. Exhibitors included such companies as Automation Security Inc., Asia Corrosion Services Inc., Asiaphil Group of Companies/GTB Industrial Network, Inc., Barrier Software Services, CHINT Electrical, Cititel Technologies, Dawn Crystal Enterprises, Electromasters, FAVI, FILINVEST, Gadswork Technologies Inc., Infinitech Trading & Services Ltd., Innovalite Electrical Enterprises, JJ-LAPP Inc., Monrio Industrial Sales, Parque Espana, RPV Electrotechnology Phils. Corp., RESONANZ TG., Solar Power Corp., Spectrum Scientific Corp., Tetrad Electrical & Industrial Services Corp., TOMIFUJI, IIEE Region IV Merchandize & IIEE National Secretariat. Fourteen (14) companies presented the latest innovations in the industry before the delegates and participants of the convention during the technical review sessions. Among these notable companies were ABB, JJLapp, Asiaphil, FAVI Energy Savings on Compressed Air System, FMIDC, Quickflo, Scheneider Electric, Solar Power Corporation, PPI Pazifik Power, Inc., Yatai International Corporation, Panasonic , Dawn Crystal Enterprises and GADSWORK Technologies, Inc. The conference also included different
student activities that showcased the talents of Region IV CSC and further enhanced their skills. Activities included were Silver Horizon Film Showing and Poster Making Contest. The winners of this year's poster making contest were: First Place , Lyceum of the Phils.- Cavite; second place, TUP Cavite; and third place, Lyceum of the Phils. Team B. The region also hosted the 3rd Regular Board Meeting, Chapter President's Meeting and Region IV Council of Former Governors and Former Chapter Presidents Meeting. Different concerns with regards to membership welfare and other related concerns were discussed in the meeting. The Region IV Skills Olympics was also held as part of the conference. Participating teams exhibited their skills in building wiring connection and motor control. The winners of the Region IV Skills Olympics are: Colegio De San Juan De Letran Calamba as the Champion in the student division and in the industry sector, LIMASALA Safety Equipment and Electrical Services Inc. was the champion. The Closing Ceremonies included the awarding of Best Exhibitor, Skills Olympics and Student Poster Making Contest. Engr. Jesus M. Redelosa, 2001 Region IV Governor graced the occasion as the Guest Speaker to showcase the success of engineers from Region IV. Before formally closing the two-day event, Engr. Roselyn C. Rocio extended her warmest appreciation to all who had given their enormous contribution towards the success of the annual event, instilling among members the vitality and importance of a TEAM.
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Participants of the Electrical Fire Safety Forum at the IIEE National Office held last March 26, 2011
by their research in China, include arc shorts, loose connections, harmonic influence overload of the neutral line, bad heat radiation and electrical facility arrangement. Referencing on statistics though, the major cause of electrical fires in China is attributed to loose connections accounting to about 8.98% from 2003-2007. The final speaker of the event, Mr. Chen Kun, has had several and almost simultaneous affiliations in the China wires and cable industry. His emphasis was on the issues on the application of Copper-Clad Aluminum conductor. A highlight in his report regarding the choice of conductors, it is imperative that any decision considered should not neglect natures scarcity of resources. As a major principle from grave to cradle implies, there should be an application of just a single conductor, either Copper or Aluminum, as far as practicable, to avoid wasting of inseparable bimetal composite of conductors.
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practices, practice of foreign electrical practitioners, etc.) Safety (Electrical & Others) Renewable energy Energy efficiency (e.g lighting power, practices, etc.) Power quality Demand side management Power sector deregulation System loss reduction Rural electricification Energy policy Emerging technologies B.Title, Abstract, Keywords, Address, Biographical Notes Please assist us by using the following guidelines: Titles: as concise as possible Abstract: approximately 100-150 words Keywords: approximately 10 words or phrases Authors current affiliation (with position, name of institution, full postal address, email and contact numbers) Biographical notes: approximately 100 words per author, maximum of 150 (attach a two-page curriculum vitae )
The Institute of Integrated Electrical Engineers of the Philippines, Inc. (IIEE) is currently on the lookout for technical papers that will present theory and application in the field of electrical engineering. The papers are intended to help electrical practitioners, who are professionally involved in the electrical, electronics, energy and allied industries, and find ways and means to meet the challenges presented by the merging new technologies and global trends. The deadline for submission of abstract and draft of paper on June 30, 2011 while the notification of selected papers is slated the month after. Meanwhile, the submission of final paper for reproduction is due on August 31, 2011. All papers will be subjected to a peer review process. The selected technical papers will be presented during the 36th Annual National Convention of the IIEE participated in by at least 1,000 convention delegates coming from all over the Philippines and overseas. In addition, the same papers will be published in The Electrical Engineer Magazine, with 28, 000 circulation mailed directly to all IIEE active members and partners. To submit a paper, you may send it to:
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C. Reference and Notes File 1. The title of the paper, plus the names, affiliation and complete addresses, Use endnotes only e-mail and fax number of authors, and an Reference sources should be cited on abstract, keywords, and brief biographical books, articles, journals, speeches, notes about the author including one (1) reports, thesis, and other published passport-size black and white or colored works used in preparing the paper picture with white background. Full reference should include all authors names and initials, date of File 2. The text of the paper, including text publication, title and issue number (Arial, font size 11) acknowledgements, (of a journal), publisher and form references, notes. Tables, figure captions, The IIEE Convention Bureau Technical (books, conference proceedings), figures. Sessions Committee at e-mail: page numbers. administration@iiee.org.ph or technical@ File 3. The presentation file for the paper iiee.org.ph or postal mail: IIEE Bldg. #41 D. Cost in MS Power Point or equivalent for audioMonte de Piedad St., Cubao, Quezon City All expenses, such as transportation visual presentation. A 30-minute allotment Philippines IIII. (e.g. air, inland, transit), board and lodging will be given for the lecture and 15 minutes in the Philippines of the author shall for the open forum. Subject Coverage: be shouldered by the author or his/her Topics of interest may be in one of the sponsoring organization. The original typescript should be following electrical engineering specialties: submitted electronically in A4 size format, Power generation All Inquiries may be directed to: with a word count of at least 2,000-2,500 Transmission IIEE Convention Bureau Technical (excluding figures), with a double-spaced Distribution Sessions Committee typing preferred and a one-inch margin on Power System (planning, operation, E-mail: technical@iiee.org.ph or all sides. control of monitoring) administration@iiee.org.ph Industrial commercial power Phone Numbers: +632 727-3552 All papers must be written in English. Control, metering, protection and tests + 632 448- 5211 If English is not your first language, Facsimile Numbers: +632 410-1899 please ask Engligh-speaking colleague to Other Topics + 632 721 6442 proofread your paper. Consultancy/design (Transmission, Postal Address: IIEE Bldg. #41 Monte de Distribution, etc.) Piedad St., Cubao Quezon City, Philippines Professional issues (RA 7920, ethical 1st QUARTER 2011 THE ELECTRICAL ENGINEER
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The preceding sentence would most appropriately describe Engr. Edward L. Mendoza. He proved that one is never too old to learn. He coped well in the fast-paced world of innovative concepts and electronic gadgets. While he continuously improved himself, he improved others as well. He mentored many graduates as well as new professionals. He motivated those who have met with adversity and those who were scared to take that one big step. He was always willing to help. He believed in paying it forward. He was Teacher, Mentor, Partner, Friend, Adviser, Father, Brother. Engr. Mendoza was a Professional Electrical Engineer and a Certified ASEAN Engineer. Under his leadership as president of IIEE in 1996, the IIEE, in partnership with the Board of Electrical Engineering (BEE), became actively involved in the dissemination and implementation of RA 7920, known as the New Electrical Engineering Law, through various lectures and dialogues conducted during IIEEs regional conferences and conventions. It was also in 1996 when the Ozone Disco Club fire tragedy occurred, where more than a hundred young people perished. Engr. Mendoza appeared as an expert witness during the Ombudsman hearings on the Ozone fire. Also, during his term, the current IIEE By-laws were passed. A major provision of the new by-laws was the formation of the Council of Former Presidents (CFP), composed of former IIEE National Presidents who are still active in the affairs of the Institute. Since then, the CFP has served as Adviser to the IIEE Board on national issues. The creation of IIEEs first foreign chapter, IIEE Saudi Arabia, also materialized during Engr. Mendozas incumbency. Other milestones during his term were: (1) the formation of the Convention Bureau, which takes charge of all arrangements, preparation and activities during each IIEE Annual National Convention, (2) the resumption of fellowship activities during the mid-year and national convention, (3) the renaming of the Board of Canvassers into COMELEC, (4) the holding of turn-over ceremonies, and (5)the active involvement of the IIEE Ladies Auxiliary. After his term as IIEE National President, he was elected as National President of the Society of Philippine Electrotechnical Constructors and Suppliers Inc.(SPECS) in 1998, 1999 and again in 2006. Engr. Mendoza served as member of the Board of Electrical Engineering, under the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), from 2002 to 2009. He also served as president of the ASEAN Federation of Electrical Engineering Contractors (AFEEC) from 2004 to 2007 and an officer and, later, lifetime-adviser, of the Federation of Asia-Pacific Electrical Contractors Association (FAPECA). Both organizations are composed of contractors of ASEAN nations. The members meet annually in one of the ASEAN member-countries. He was a consultant of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) for the revision of the Implementing Rules and Regulations of the National Building Code. Engr. Mendoza also served as the Chairman of the IIEE Training Institute. He also served as the President of the IIEE Foundation (IIEEF) from 2001-2005.
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Engr. Mendoza was tireless and prolific as a lecturer on various issues, among which are RA 9136 known as the Electric Power Reform Act (EPIRA), RA 4566 known as the Contractors Licensing Law, RA 7920 known as the New Electrical Engineering Law, and PD 1096 known as the National Building Code (Electrical Provisions). As a member of IIEEs Advocacy Group, Engr. Mendoza organized in September 2010 the well-attended forum entitled: Powering Up for Open Access: An Assessment of Retail Competition and Open Access Readiness of All Electric Power Industry Stakeholders. The forum aimed to draw out from the participating stakeholders their pending concerns and to assess their readiness for retail competition and Open Access and to provide guidance for the implementing government agencies in formulating appropriate rules to ensure the successful implementation of retail competition and open access. It was supported by the different distribution and utility companies and concerned government agencies. At the time of his passing, Engr. Mendoza was the President and Chairman of the Board of ENERGYOPT INC., a pioneering knowledge process outsourcing (KPO) company engaged in energy portfolio management and the buying of power. He was also President and Chairman of the Board of DSM Energy and Efficiency Solutions, Inc. , which provides consultancy services for demand side management and energy efficiency initiatives. Following are excerpts from emails sent to the family: Ed was a very passionate guy when it comes to work, especially for the welfare of his colleagues in the electrical engineering industry. He unselfishly shared his time, talent and even his resources to help in the development and advancement of the electrical . . . From then on, he never declined another practitioners, which, eventually, will improve the Filipino nation - Francis Mapile invitation to sing. In fact, when everybody was warmed up, we could not stop him from . . . He had a very positive outlook in life and a very singing. Before long, he became known to us good sense of humor. . . He was very passionate as the Filipino who does not stop singing. We and dedicated as he put his heart and soul in all shall greatly miss him. On the other hand, his the things he did this truly inspired all the people singing and his signature smile will always around him. He will forever be remembered stay with us. - Chun-Kay Lau, HKECA, FAPECA through all the great work he has done, all the hearts he has touched, and all the precious Ed was also very good company, professionally and socially with Karaoke memories we shared with him. Kathy Mendoza being his specialisation. This good natured approach broke down many He is such a nurturing boss, I learned all the facets of basic barriers, ensured outcomes were delivered and created solid bonds. In management in Interface, from Administrative to Basic this vein during a FAPECA meeting in Vietnam, over a few beers was Accounting, Marketing and Purchasing. Where I am now formed the 4 musketeers of Ed (Philippines), myself (Australia) with in my career and how I become successful in my own right James Kang and Yon Bradford of Korea. Peter Glynn are all credited to my training from Boss Ed. I learned I think that I would remember Ed Mendoza best for his Elvis Presley from him the work values of perseverance and resiliency, which he manifested to all of us. Maribel Umali impersonation during our heydays in IIEE. That was really one of his finest moments. Gigie Penalosa . . .he boosted my confidence especially in public speaking. . . At kahit super dami ng achievements niya, he still remained humble and helpful. What I loved about him is never siya naging madamot sa mga alam niya. He is also known for his "hindi boring" na presentations - Anne Relucio
The family of Edward L. Mendoza invites the readers to share with them stories of how Engr. Mendoza touched their lives by emailing them to memoriesofedmendoza@gmail. com. Comments on this article may also be sent to the same email address.
Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) is a disease, usually, of unknown causes. Ed believed that his CHF was aggravated, or even probably caused by his obstructive sleep apnea. He volunteered to campaign for better awareness of the possibility that obstructive sleep apnea is a culprit in many diseases. Sleep apnea, which is common to snorers, is a condition whereby the flow of oxygen to the vital organs is obstructed due to many causes. It is important that you have yourself checked for this condition, and maybe improve, if not altogether save, your life.
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He who goes out weeping, carrying seed to sow, will return with songs of joy, carrying sheaves with him. -Psalm 126:6
By Gil R. Miranda
Di-yar-yoooo! is a common street sound. It is an urban symphony in a variety of traffic sounds in a busy city street. It is the sound of a new day -another lifes struggle. To some it may be a sound of hopeless effort to survive, a cry of despair. To Armando R. Diaz, it was once an optimistic window of hope. Armando R. Diaz is a radio ham, a gun enthusiast and a professional elecrical engineer. For him, the sound, Di-yar-yoooo! is a reminder of his early childhood and his initial steps on a stairway that will lead to his dream. A son of a humble cigar maker and a plain housewife, he is the fourth child in a brood of six. He saw his youth running barefoot, wading in flooded streets of the fish port town of Malabon, Rizal on rainy days. And during summer, he would burn his foot soles on the blistering heat of asphalt roads selling newspapers to keep himself in school. In 1968, after a seemingly endless struggle, he finished at the Arellano University. Settled on breaking away from the hells of dearth, he then pressed his way to college by blowing notes in a trombone reed. He played baritone in the college band. In 1973, he graduated with a degree in Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering at the Mapua Institute of Technology. As soon as he stepped down from MITs graduation stage, Engineer Armando R. Diazs career as an electrical engineer immediately began. He was a Start-Up Engineer at Honeywell Instrumentation in
Di-yar-yooooo! to CEO
1974-79. Five years later, he became a chief engineer at the International Rice Research Institute, where he designed and supervised the operation of Phytotron, the first bioclimactic laboratory in the Far East. He might have missed the cruel challenges in the callous streets of Malabon that he dared to venture into more stimulating tests of his abilities. In 1992 to 1994, he supervised and handled the operation of Ramada Hotels Refurbishment Project as a Chief Engineer. In 1994 to 2001, he was Assistant Vice President for Engineering of Uni-Lonseal-Mitsui
The National Mid-Year Convention held in CAP Convention Center, Davao City
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Engr. Armando Diaz together with the other members of the IIEE Executive Committee during their courtesy visit on ERC
(Phl-Japan Co.) handling the startup, commissioning, supervision and operation of Calendar Sixs P220M Expansion Project . In 2001 to 2007, he was the Engineering Manager of Universal Robina Corp. (BOPP Division) responsible for the startup, commissioning, supervision and operation of its Line 2 Expansion Project, which was a P6.0B investment by J.G. Summit. Presently, Engineer Armando R. Diaz is a Director and CEO of various companies involved on Design, Consulting Services and General Construction. Engineer Armando R. Diaz holds licenses in Professional Electrical Engineering. He is a Certified Plant Mechanic (First Place) and an Accredited Pollution Control Officer. He is also an ASEAN Engineer with Registration No. 408 awarded in 2007. Engineer Armando R. Diaz is a proud recipient of important awards such as 1998 Most Oustanding Electrical Engineer Practitioner in Industry of
the Philippines, 2006 IIEE Grade of Fellow and 2010 Most Oustanding Alumni, MITEEAA. While Engineer Diazs romance with the Institute of Integrated Electrical Engineers (IIEE) stated in 1978, it was in the year 2006, when he was elected as IIEEs Governor at Large, that true love bloomed. He decided to resign from Universal Robina
Corp. to give more service time to the Institute. Engr. Armando R. Diazs service record in IIEE showed that he became president of the Institutes Laguna, Batangas, Cavite Chapter in 1978, barely a year after he joined IIEE. From a thriving single chapter, he worked to expand the organization into flourishing thirteen chapters. After which, he handled other responsible positions in IIEE. He was Region IV Governor in 1983, National Auditor and Treasurer in 2007, Vice President for Technical Affairs in 2008, Vice President for Extenal Affairs in 2009, Vice President for Internal Affairs in 2010 and finally the National President in 2011. Truly an electrical engineer in heart and soul, Engineer Diazs vision is now focused on new avenues for IIEE to trek on its quest towards nation building and the espousal of progress in modern industry. As he takes over the helm, he drew what he called the 4-circuit program, which aims to give more muscle to the institute,
Engr. Armando R. Diaz awards the Plaque of Appreciation during the 3E Xpo 2009
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Policies aimed at updating non-functional organizational management and executive policies and create novel contemporary guidelines that would better benefit the organization and advance at its best the Institutes objectives. upport on the other hand covers the enhancement of the organizations financial position and the creation of innovative schemes to pool in more funds for the prudent implementation of projects harmonious with the organizations goals, the interest of the members, and contributory to the progress of the nation. This term promises sincere and wise implementations of programs related to these circuits and give the Institute a new image that would reflect its members professional capability and recognize the Institutes role in nation building and progress continuance.
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The IIEE Board of Governors take their Oath of Office during the Closing Ceremonies of the 33rd Annual National Convention
advocate membership strength and professional conpetence, pencil in few functional policies, and emphasize the reduction of the industries carbon print on the environment. THE 4-CIRCUIT PROGRAM The 4-Circuit Program is IIEE President Engr. Armando R. Diazs line up of activities envisioned to advance the functions of the IIEE and rightfully lead the organization towards the triumphant achievement of its objectives. Aimed to carry out the organizations nationwide service to its members and the community, the program spreads in four service spheres conferred as circuits and given the acronym WENS, which could also mean West, East, North and South signifying the direction addressed to the four corners of the country where its members settle and practice their professions---areas IIEE intends to reach. The 4-Circuit Program encompass.
the members professionalism and well-being. This also concerns the members advancement in the performance of their day-to-day expertise, duties, and responsibilities, assuring excellence in their field and aptness to modern day technological standards and requirements.
E- cology which is directed towards the necessary human awareness in environmental balance and sustainable energy, adoption of new methods, research support, and the practice of sound and devout utilization of non-renewable energy.
Engr. Armando R. Diaz during the Committee Planning
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The Negros Oriental Chapter held its 1st Planning Meeting with Engr. Lelanie T. Mirambel, Region VII Governor. The Negros Oriental Chapter will be the host of this years Region VII Conference.
Engr. Roselyn C. Rocio, Region IV Governor, visited the Northen Laguna Chapter during its 1st General Membership Meeting at HO Chai Lai Resturant, Brusmick Place, Balibago, Sta. Rosa, Laguna last Feburary 22, 2011
Region VIII Governor, Engr. Rey G. Paduganan, conducted a courtesy visit with the Professional Regulation Commission Region X Director, Dir. Estrella Malik.
Region IX Governor, Engr. Victorianito E. Teofilo, presided the 1st Chapter Presidents Meeting in the Region last February 25, 2011 at Bamboo Corner Grill, Davao.
Engr. Ronaldo Ebrada, Region V Governor, visited the Catanduanes Chapter during its 1st General Membership Meeting last Februay 11, 2011 at Kimji Resort, Virac, Catanduanes.
The IIEE Council of Student Chapters (CSC) during the Orientation for the aspiring CSC Officers for SY. 20112012.
Engr. Virgilio S. Luzares, Region II Governor, administered the Induction of IIEE Bulacan Chapter Officers and Board of Directors last January 22, 2011 at DArks Restaurant, Marilao, Bulacan.
The IIEE Electrical Fire Committee held its Electrical Safety Seminar last March 26, 2011 at Seminar Room A, 3rd Floor, IIEE National Office.
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Meralco clarified reports that an injunction order issued by resolution of the petition filed by the OSG before the Court of the Court of Appeals (CA) indefinitely stops an agreement that Appeals, so as not to render the same moot and academic. would allow Meralco to pass on to its consumers P14.3 billion Meralco emphasized that the Settlement Agreement is valid it owes Napocor. and binding and Meralco signed the Settlement Agreement to In a statement issued today, Meralco clarified that what the CA protect its customers from additional costs since Meralco only did was to temporarily halt the proceedings at the Pasig City paid NPC for electricity that was actually consumed. RTC. It will be recalled that a petition was filed by Meralco with the Pasig City Regional Trial Court (RTC) to seek the declaration The issue on the pass-through of any amount under the of the court that the Settlement Agreement, independent of Settlement Agreement is still within the regulatory authority the pass-through provision which is reserved for approval by of the ERC and outside the jurisdiction of the RTC. In the meantime, however, the ERC has suspended the proceedings the ERC, is valid and binding. on this matter pending the resolution by the RTC of the validity Both the Office of the Solicitor General (OSG) and Meralco are of the Settlement Agreement. Nonetheless, the decision to given 30 days to submit their respective positions on the matter. pass through any amount shall still be subject to ERC approval. The CA is then expected to resolve whether or not to grant the Meralco further clarified that the TRO earlier issued by the CA was not intended to prevent the RTC from enforcing the alleged OSGs petition to revert the issue to arbitration. Order or Decision affirming the validity of the Settlement Hence, the injunction issued by the Court of Appeals could Agreement, since the RTC never issued any such Order or not have prevented Meralco from imposing extra charges on Decision. The TRO merely suspended the proceedings at the its customers in order to pay its P14.3 billion liability with the RTC for a period of sixty (60) days, which expired last February National Power Corporation (NPC) since it was not the subject 1, 2011, while the Injunction only effectively extended the TRO matter of the proceedings before the Court of Appeals or the until the CA is able to decide on the case. Regional Trial Court (RTC). In the meantime, Meralco assured that the injunction order Meralco explained that the injunction was only intended to does not in any way affect Meralcos delivery of electric restrain the RTC from conducting further proceedings pending service to its customers and does not impact on its rates to its customers. www.meralco.com.ph
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC), on 17 February 2011, issued Resolution No. 1, series of 2011 which adopted the amendments to the Revised Rules for the Issuance of Licenses to Retail Electricity Suppliers (RES). The amendments to the rules resulted from the consideration of comments solicited from industry stakeholders and the general public. The Revised Rules prescribes the qualifications and criteria for licensing suppliers of retail electricity which includes, among others, a demonstration of their technical and financial capabilities and creditworthiness. A RES can start selling electricity only once the regime of open access and retail competition takes place.
related, the capitalization shall be based on the ERC-approved BSUP (Business Separation Unbundling Plan); (c) a mandated 30-day notification to the ERC by a DU if it intends to operate as a Local RES; (d) proof of financial capability if RES applicant is new and an affiliate of another company.
The draft amendments to the Guidelines for the Issuance of Licenses to RES was posted on www.erc.gov.ph for solicitation of comments for a period of thirty (30) days and the second draft for a length of ten (10) days. Major industry stakeholders provided their inputs and concerns and which were considered by the ERC towards this final version. The amended rules The Revised Rules aim to ensure consumer protection and will become effective fifteen (15) days after publication in a enhance competition in the retail electricity market. The key newspaper of general circulation. amendments include the following: (a) the term of RES License is changed to five (5) years; (b) the basis in the computation The ERC is ensuring that the rules required for a fair and comof the RES License Fee include the capitalization or the total petitive retail electricity market are in place so that a smooth capital invested into the business; or in the event an applicant transition to a regime of open access and retail competition has two or more businesses, the capitalization allocated for the happens, ERC Chairperson Zenaida G. Cruz-Ducut stressed. supply business; or two or more business which are electricity www.erc.gov.ph
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The Department of Energy (DOE) has allayed fears about any possible disruption in the oil supply requirements of the Philippines. At the International Energy Forum (IEF) held on February 22, 2011 at Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Energy Undersecretary Jay Layug re-affirmed the projections of the International Energy Agency (IEA) and the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) of the 2011 oil market situation characterized by a high level of spare capacity, in both upstream and downstream, relatively high Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) commercial inventories and increases in oil supply. The IEF reiterated the Joint IEA-IEF-OPEC Report on the Symposium Energy Outlooks held last January 24, 2011, also in Riyadh, that oil resources, both conventional and non-conventional, are sufficient to meet future demand. The Republic of the Philippines, through the DOE, has affirmed its support for the IEF Charter that serves as a platform for informal, open, informed and continuing global energy dialogue among its membership of energy producing and energy consuming States. In his formal statement of support on behalf of the Philippines, Layug emphasized the need for promoting a better understanding of the benefits of stable and transparent energy markets for the head of the world economy, the security of energy supply and demand, and the expansion of global trade and investment in energy resources and technology. He also raised the importance of identifying and promoting principles and guidelines that enhance energy market transparency, stability and sustainability. The IEF is the worlds largest gathering of energy leaders from powerful countries accounting for more than 90% of the global oil and gas supply and demand. Aside from the member countries of the IEA and OPEC, other key players are Brazil, China, India, Mexico, Russia, and South Africa. Amidst the unfolding events in the Middle East and North Africa, the unparalleled cooperative discussions and dialogues at the IEF Extraordinary Meeting resulted in further strengthening the roles of producers and consumers to achieve win-win solutions. It is in the interest of global energy security that IEF created an enhanced framework for shared analysis of the dynamics of energy trends and greater data transparency to provide a more in-depth understanding of what is actually happening in the energy market, oil inventories, and movements in supply and demand.
It is in this context that Layug confidently advises the Philippine consuming public that there are no oil supply shortage issues. Based on official reports, OPEC has assured that there is sufficient global oil supply to address global demand for oil in the short and medium term periods. In its efforts to ensure supply security, the DOE has also obtained assurances from the two major players in the downstream oil industry, Shell and Petron, that there is nothing to worry about. The current volatility in the market is unfortunately influenced by political events in some Middle East countries, added Layug. The IEF members encouraged IEA, OPEC and IEF to continue their efforts and take the IEF work forward in order to help mitigate energy market volatility. Mitigating energy market volatility and future uncertainty remains of crucial importance to stabilize energy markets and facilitate energy investment, which would also benefit the recovery of the global economy. This requires further progress on achieving better data transparency in both the physical and financial markets, on putting in place appropriate, internationally coordinated regulation, as well as on arriving at a better common understanding of energy market trends and energy outlooks. The next IEF Ministerial Meeting will be held in Kuwait in 2012. www. doe.gov.ph
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assive deployment of information and communication infrastructure in operating, monitoring and control of electric power systems. This is Smart Grid. This is the vision of a controllable, observable and self-healing power system using smart grid technologies. Communication technologies like fiber hybrid and broadband over power line will enable the data and signal transfer from smart meters, automation and control sensing devices, high end system control centers interfaces in a highly visual environment, and intelligent electronic devices (IEDs). Sensing and measurement devices will be employed for which information data flow is aimed at facilitating widearea control and protection (WACP) at the bulk power systems and dynamic control and automation at the distribution level, and other applications such as remedial action schemes, substation equipment monitoring and dynamic line rating. As the National Energy Technologies Laboratory (NETL) reports, one of the benefits of the smart grid is higher level of power system reliability through reducing cost of interruptions by reducing the probability and consequences of widespread blackouts [1]. In this premise, the information and communications infrastructure is assumed to have no failure mode which is not always the case. Seminal work on the new framework of power system security emphasizes that the failure or misoperation of information and communications systems in operating and control of power systems can be fatal as evidence by past experiences of large outages [2]. The following are some scenarios for information and communications equipment failures: A sensor device utilized in monitoring transmission or distribution outages which failed to send the right signal, or send the right signal at the right time (i.e. failure of information data flow and communication link) may cause further delay in restoration. A failure of a component of the WACP control system may cause inadvertent action from the automated operator or from the human operator in decision-making (i.e. failure of information data flow and communication link) which may result in unnecessary loss of load or forced outage of an energy resource.
FRAMEWORK FOR RELIABILITY EVALUATION OF THE SMART GRID by Edwin B. Cano , PEE
An erroneous display in the man-machine highly visual interface software due to non-updating of communication packets (i.e. failure of information data flow and communication link) which results in unobservable power system state which renders the human operator blind and thus may produce uncontrollable cascading outages. These are only some of the possibilities of the failure of information and communication technologies when used for operating, monitoring and controlling the electric grid. Conventional power system reliability has three levels [3]. It is assumed. in this case, outages are born out of failures in electrical components. In the past, any failure in information and communications such as malfunction of Automatic Generation Control (AGC), governor and excitation control are charged to the generating resources. For transmission and distribution systems, any protection device error due to communication failure is charged to a transmission and distribution branch or component. This is an acceptable assumption since information and communication equipment is not as massive as with the Smart Grid.
Generation Facilities
Transmission Facilities
Distribution Facilities
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With the high dependence on information and communications technologies in the operation and control of the electric network, we propose a new framework for the hierarchical levels of power system reliability. In the figure below, information and communication facilities are given weight for outages and loss of load in the grid. Unlike in the past, it is appropriate to charge an outage to information and communications facilities especially if the root cause of the outage and further delay of restoration is due to smart grid technologies failure. The Smart Grid is aimed at increasing the level of the reliability of the electric power network. It is important to quantify the contribution or non-contribution to the level of system reliability thereof of the information and communications infrastructure to be utilized to enable the vision of the Smart Grid. Quantification of the contribution of information and communications facilities to the reliability level may be used to measure the benefits of the Smart Grid. References:
Generation Facilities Information and Communication Facilities HLI Hierarchical Level I HLII Hierarchical Level II
Transmission Facilities
Distribution Facilities
[1]National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) website on Smart Grid Analysis. [Online] - http://www.netl.doe. gov/smartgrid/index.html [2]D. Kirschen and F. Bouffard, Keeping the Lights on and the Information Flowing, IEEE Power and Energy Magazine., Volume: 7 Issue:1. pp. 50 60, January-February 2009. [3]R. Billinton and R. N. Allan, Reliability Evaluation of Power Systems. 2nd Edition. Plenum Press, NY. 1996
Figure 2. New framework for analysis of levels for power system reliability considering Smart Grid.
As more and more smart grid technologies are being installed in electric power systems, we foresee equipment reliability data collection to be what is depicted in Figure 3.
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In connection with the e accreditation of CPE Programs as approved CPE provider pleased be reminded and informed of the following: 1. All programs/activities to be conducted should be submitted for accreditation at least thirty (30) days prior to the date of conduct with complete documents. All applications beyond the thirty (30) days period will no longer be accepted. Completion Reports should be submitted fifteen days (15) days after the conduct of the program. The CPE Council is empowered to monitor periodically the implementation of the programs/ activities. Monitoring may be performed either in coordination with the accredited provider or on the spot monitoring. The accreditation shall be withdrawn from the CPE Provider who: a. is found not complying with the prescribed rules and regulations for CPE, or b. has committed substantial deviation from the approved program(s), or c. has submitted false report(s), or d. has committed such other acts that the Council finds to be in violation of the interest of the program. Through a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) the Board of Electrical Engineering designated the Accredited Professional Organization (APO) which is the Institute of Integrated Electrical Engineers of the Philippines (IIEE), Inc. as part of the CPE Secretariat in which all applications should be applied through the APO and all applications will be pre-evaluated by the IIEE CPE Council before it will be forwarded to the PRC CPE Council for final evaluation and approval. In view to this all applications should be addressed to: ENGR. HIPOLITO A. LEONCIO Chairman, IIEE CPE Council c/o CPE Council Secretariat Institute of Integrated Electrical Engineers of the Phils., Inc. # 41 Monte de Piedad St, Cubao Quezon City Attached herewith are e the Checklist of Requirements and the CPE Forms you need to accomplish. If you should have any queries about CPE accreditation you may contact Ms. Mary Ann B. Guillen or Ms. Marjorie Aguinaldo-Muoz, IIEE staffs in charge for CPE at telephone number 7273552 local 107 or you can communicate with them at their email addresses: cpe@iiee.org.ph or mcaguinaldo_4866@ yahoo.com For your information and guidance. Thank you.
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The following are eligible to join the contest Undergraduate students with faculty adviser Graduates within the year with faculty adviser All participants must be an active IIEE member
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Creative Research Research should be new, creative, and innovative. Innovative projects/models including machines, gadgets, products, and processes developed by college students and faculty members. These projects/ models should possess features and characteristics that may have significant contribution to the promotion of S & T innovations that are not contrary to
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BEE Corner
In her last lecture of the recent semester, UP Professor Solita Monsod talks to her students about acting with honor and integrity. She further asked them if they think that cheating is very unusual. However, the truth of the matter is that it is becoming very usual in the university which bothers her so much. She further reminds her students that cheating in small things is going to lead to cheating in the large things. Thus, she urges them not to cheat as she emphasized that as you cheat, you are no longer part of the solution anymore, and you are going to be very much part of the problem. These are very encouraging words for the students to contribute to change in our community. However, this is not the case in the licensure examinations, particularly in the September 2010 licensure examinations for Registered Electrical Engineers (REEs). In the General Instructions to examinees, CELLULAR PHONES, beepers, portable computers or similar gadgets/devices are prohibited inside the examination premises/rooms. Despite the instruction, several calculators and cellular phones were confiscated by the proctors during the Mathematics
actually that of cellular phones. One of these gadgets even has a camera. When further dissected, a calculator, a Casio fx-100W, was found to have been deliberately tampered and embedded with a Nokia 6700 camera phone. Further examination of the said calculator cum camera phone revealed stored images of questionnaires used in the mock board examinations. Investigation of the messages contained in the Sent folders of all these calculators and cellular phones further revealed messages containing questions actually given in the licensure examinations for REEs
subject of the examinationthere were three cellular phones and two calculators found in different testing rooms. The three cellular phones were in Silent mode so that the messages received by the units will not be noticed by the proctors. One unit was deliberately painted white so that it can easily be concealed. While the two calculators look like scientific calculators in plain view, scrutiny of these calculators revealed that the display screens are
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The messages stored in Inbox folders contained answers to the questions given in each of the three examination subjects for REEs. While these high technology gadgets have been confiscated in the Mathematics subject, the first subject in the board examinations for REEs, these cellular phones continued to receive messages containing answers to test questions given in Engineering Sciences and Allied Subjects (ESAS) and Electrical Engineering Subjects (EE). Therefore, there were more mobile phones and/or tampered calculators cum cellular phone that were still at large during the examinations. It is quite unfortunate that it will require a court order to force the Telco services provider to
reveal the owners of the numbers of these four cellular phones. The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) is conducting its investigation, and the Board of Electrical Engineering is coordinating with all concerned agencies to prevent the recurrence of similar
incidents of cheating in licensure examinations for REEs. Summons have been served to the five (5) examinees who were caught in possession of the confiscated cellular phones for violating the General Instructions to Examinees. If after due process these violators cannot prove their innocence, the Board has the power to perpetually bar them from taking future REE licensure examinations. Moreover, the results of examinations of those violators who took the licensure examination for Registered Master Electrician (RME) will be voided and the RME license of those who already possess it will be revoked. Honesty should not be a lost virtue. Whereas excellence may be measured by the achievements one makes, the manner of achieving them makes or breaks its worth. Honor should come before excellence, for at the end of the day, integrity still remains the measure of the value of an individual.
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protection for certain components such as bearings and windings. These enclosures also direct airflow for proper motor components cooling. Figure 2-2 illustrates the flow of air through the motor frame to provide cooling. Figure 2-3 Rotor of an AC Wound Rotor Induction Motor 2.1.4 AC Motors - Synchronous Type Stator components are the same as for AC induction motors 1,000 hp and above. Other design features include: Rotor Winding: The synchronous motor has an insulated rotor winding consisting of copper conductors in a concentrated salient pole field coil. It also has a damper winding that is used for starting the motor. Core: The synchronous motor usually has salient poles that are attached to a central rim by bolts or dovetail connections. Shaft: Carbon steel or special steel alloy Slip Rings: Steel or bronze slip rings are mounted and insulated from the rotor shaft, with electrical connections to the insulated field windings. Rotating, Brushless Exciter: Instead of slip rings, the motor may have mounted on its shaft, a rotating alternator with rectifier diodes to supply the insulated field winding with field current. Carbon Brushes: Where slip rings are furnished, carbon brushes, and brush holders are used to supply the insulated field winding with field current. Bearings: Bearings for high horsepower, low rpm, vertical type motors are oillubricated, usually of the sleeve type for guide bearings and disc or pad type for thrust bearings. Frame: Usually fabricated from carbon steel plate. Figure 2-4 shows a horizontal synchronous motor with solid steel pole pieces, bolted-on pole caps, ring-lubricated
Figure 2-1 Exploded View of AC Motor 2.1.2 AC Motors Above 200 Horsepower, 4000 Volts and Higher Design features include: Stator Winding: Three-phase winding consisting of insulated formed coils Several resin treatments exist for these systems (vacuum-pressure impregnation, resin-rich, etc.). Core: Electrical grade steel sheets (punchings), laminated, insulated Rotor Winding: Rotor bars of fabricated conductors made of copper, alloy, or aluminum Core: Same as stator core. Shaft: Carbon steel or special steel alloy Bearings: In some cases, antifriction bearings are used in motors up to 2,000 hp. Ring lubricated sleeve bearings are used for most horizontal motors. Vertical motors also have thrust bearings that maybe ball, spherical, plate or leveling shoe type. Oil-lubricated bearings may have cooling coils in the oil reservoir. Water is circulated through cooling coils to reduce oil temperature. Frame: Usually fabricated from carbonsteel plates or cast iron. Frames and/or enclosures are important to the proper functioning of electric motors. Frames and enclosures provide
Figure 2-2 Several Illustrations of Airflow Through Various Motors These figures courtesy of Electric Apparatus Service Association, St. Louis, MO
2.1.3 Wound-Rotor Induction Motors Stator winding, stator core, rotor core, shaft, and bearings are similar to squirrel cage induction motor components. Other design features include: Rotor Winding: Insulated conductors forming a 3-phase winding Slip Rings: Steel, brass or bronze rings connected to a 3-phase winding Carbon Brushes and Brush Rigging: Carbon brushes fitted with flexible copper wire cables called pigtails are mounted in brush holders with springs and some have tension adjusting devices. Carbon brushes ride on slip ring surfaces to conduct rotor current to the controller. Figure 2-3 shows a rotor of a NEMA size wound rotor induction motor. Notice the slip rings used to control rotor current.
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sleeve bearings, brushless exciter and totally-enclosed, water-cooled (TEWC) construction. Shaft: Carbon steel or special alloy steel Bearings: Antifriction or sleeve bearings Figure 2-5 shows an exploded view of a dc motor of less than 100 hp rating. This is an open, drip-proof motor with internal cooling fan and antifriction bearings. The rotating armature has a commutator. The field poles are in the stationary stator frame. 2.3 Typical Motor Failures Table 2-2 presents the results of two industry studies that were conducted to determine which component was the primary contributor to motor failures. From the results, it can be seen that mechanical failures are the most significant contributor. Table 2-2 Percent of Failures by Major Components Percent of Failure by Major Components
Significant Causes of Motor Failures (Study 1) Cause of Failure Overheating % of Total Failures by Component % Bearings 12 2 50 4 % Windings 21 37 10 11
Figure 2-4 Cutaway of a Synchronous Motor TEWC Construction 2.1.5 DC Motors DC motors in power plants are usually rated below 100 horsepower. Design features include: Stator (Field) Winding: Windings on the stationary part of the motor are referred to as field windings. They are made of magnet wire and are insulated from the field poles. Core and Poles: Can be either solid steel or laminated steel. Rotor (Armature) Winding: Windings on the rotating portion of the motor are referred to as armature windings. They are made of insulated magnet wire. Core: Stacked laminations, insulated with iron oxide, enamel aluminum phosphate or other insulating material. Shaft: Carbon steel or special steel alloy Commutator: Insulated wedge shaped copper conducting elements formed into a cylinder. Copper segments are insulated from the shaft and from each other, and are connected to armature conductors. Carbon Brushes and Brush Rigging: Carbon brushes supported by brush rigging transfer current to the rotating commutator.
Figure 2-5 Exploded View of a DC Motor 2.2 Summary Description Table 2-1 provides comparison between basic motor types by principle components. This table will allow the user to make a quick review of typical components to ensure that the proper components are being attributed to the proper motor type.
Additional searches of industry data suggested a much higher percentage of mechanical failures (60%), while electrical failures were much lower (30%) with a small number of unknowns (10%). The picture presented by the data suggest that bearings and stator windings are the most likely contributor to motor failures.
3 3 Random Form Random Form Sleeve Antifriction Oil Greas Horizontal Vertical Salient Salient Stator Rotor Wound Wound Wound Wound Bearing Barings Lubricated Lubricated Mounted Mounted Pole Pole Stator Stator Rotor Rotor Stator Rotor
x x
x x
x x
x x
x x
x x
x x
x x
x x
x x
Squirrel cage induction motor Wound rotor induction motor Synchronous motor Direct current motor
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There are contributors or causes for the failure of these two vital components of an electric motor. Review of information from Study 1 allowed classification of failures into some key categories. These are presented in Table 2-3. Table 2-3 Significant Failure Causes
Percent of Failure by Major Components Major Component Bearing Related Stator Related Rotor Related Other
Study 1: IEEE, Study 2: EPRI
visual inspection. This information was also distilled from Study 1 data. The information is provided in Table 2-4. Table 2-4 Observable Conditions
Observable Conditions Persistent Overloading High Ambient Temperature Abnormal Moisture High Vibration Poor Lubrication Poor Ventilation or Cooling Normal Age Deterioration % Bearing 1 1 3 22 31 20 % Windings 7 8 19 9 5 8 19
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% Failure (Study 1) 44 26 8 22
% Failure (Study 2) 41 36 9 14
There was a further attempt to categorize the failure causes into what has been called observable conditions. These are things that should be detectable during a routine observation or a detailed
Understanding motor components and their potential for failure will be useful in the evaluation of a motor problem.
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Technical Feature REDUCING INRUSH CURRENT THROUGH AN HOSPITAL EQUIPMENT PREVENTED FREQUENT FAILURES
DEAN. A. S. SEMPIO
Corporate Business Group Technical Services MERALCO, Philippines Email: cbg.techsupport@meralco.com.ph
Introduction Computers and electronics are found almost anywhere today. They dominate the controls of your television set, manufacturing equipment and even in the specialized field of diagnostic medicine. Computers provide flexibility and ease of operation to medical diagnostic equipment; this in turn, has pushed the capabilities of these machines to levels unheard of before. Computers in diagnostic machines can provide detailed images of the brain without having the patient risk an operation or make doctors see how a certain drug will affect a patient. The advances in the field of electronics and computers makes one forget that some things that havent changed much since the last half century. One of those things is power supply. Diagnostic equipment is invaluable to medical practitioners as they rely on them to provide information that will provide insights on the condition of patients. Hospital Equipment The hospitals diagnostic equipment are among the most expensive but very valuable tools available today. It is not surprising that advances in medical equipment aided medical practitioners to accurately diagnose ailments and literally save lives. Hospital administrators are understandably concerned about the reliability of their equipment and in turn, concerned about the quality of power of their electrical system. In this study, a hospitals medical equipment has been experiencing frequent failures despite the presence of a UPS regulating the equipments power supply. The equipment vendor has given up on the frequent failures and has finally blamed the power company on the cause of the problem. The hospital is not willing to write off the equipment, as they are relatively new and expensive. Power quality engineers were consulted by the hospital administrators to seek for solution on their problem. Power Quality Study The Power Quality engineers interviewed the actual users of the hospital equipment and gained some insights on the history of the equipment. It seems that despite being brand new, the diagnostic equipment never functioned for more than 6 months without experiencing failure. The installation of a UPS to regulate the supply voltage and a Transient Voltage Surge Suppressor (TVSS) did not mitigate or even reduced the frequency of the failures. The Power Quality engineers installed a Power Quality Analyzer at the point between one of the diagnostic equipment and its power supply. The data collected are shown below.
Average Vab - 100.47% Vbc - 101.02% Vca - 102.67% 1.44% Vab - 2.26% Vbc - 2.08% Vca - 2.53%
The table shows the voltage variation based on the utilization voltage of the hospital equipment as well as the values for the voltage unbalance and voltage harmonics of the power supply. The data clearly shows that the quality of the voltage supply is within the operating parameters of the diagnostic or any other electronic equipment of the plus or minus 10% of the rated voltage and should not cause any problems for the equipment. However, one most probable cause of the equipments problem was recorded and is seen at the graph below:
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The equipment draws current up to 150 amperes; the normal operating current of the equipment is only 40 amperes. The data prompted another round of interviews with the hospital personnel. The interviews confirmed the findings of the Power Quality engineers the most common part of the hospital equipment that failed was the power supply fuse. The next component most likely to fail was the equipments power supply board, particularly the boards inverters. The data shows that inrush current during the equipments operation reaches levels that is almost 3 times the equipments normal operating current. The equipments line conditioning devices UPS and TVSS are not capable of mitigating the effects of inrush current. Solution Inrush current is a normal phenomena observed during the starting of induction motors. Electronic devices exhibit similar characteristics; when the power supply inverters conduct electricity, the inverters are virtually short circuited and cause a large amount of current to pass through them. This is the inrush current that eventually damages the components over time.
A reactor is simply a coiled wire that allows a magnetic field to form around the coil when current flows through it. It resists sudden changes in current, the way a capacitor resists sudden changes in voltage. A line reactor is simply a reactor placed in the supply side of the equipment. Any sudden change in current flow will be by the reactor. This is the inherent characteristics of an inductor. It was recommended that a line reactor be placed between the UPS and the equipment; the UPS will compensate for the voltage drop caused by the reactor installation.
another week of power quality monitoring was done. The results are striking: The inrush current was reduced from a high of 150 amperes to less than 65 amperes. This means that there is less current passing through the equipment, reducing the damaging events to it. If further proof is needed, the equipment was able to function for more than 3 years without experiencing failure. The hospital was able to fully utilize their diagnostic equipment as well as reduce their maintenance costs. CONCLUSION Electronics and motors both experience current inrush during their start-up. However, the solution for both cases is different reduced voltage starters for motors and line reactors for electronics. Power quality data and correct analysis are needed to find the right solution to any power quality problem; without the proper combination, foreseen solutions may not address the power quality issues involved.
To ensure compatibility, the equipment manufacturer was contacted and no objections were raised to the installation of a reactor between the equipment and the power supply. After installation,
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Technical Feature A CLOSER LOOK AT POWER FACTOR ADJUSTMENT DOES NGCP REALLY NEED TO GET RID OF IT?
Roque F. Corpuz & Gerald R. Pagobo, MSEE National Grid Corporation of the Philippines
With more motor loads connected to the system, more reactive power (MVAR) is needed. The net effect is an increase in angle and consequently, the MVA is increased. The figure below shows increasing angle as MVAR is increased. Note that as increases, cos or the power factor decreases. Low power factor degrades the quality of transmission line performance. This study investigates Power Factor Adjustment as implemented by NGCP. It looks into the details of its formulation and concludes if it is profitable for NGCP to remove or carry on power factor adjustment. 1 Introduction What is power factor? In a power system, two types of power are actually transmitted. The first is the real power measured in MW and the second is the reactive power measured in MVAR. Ordinary loads such as heaters and incandescent bulbs consume real power (MW). Motors and transformers require reactive power (MVAR) in addition to MW. The vector sum of MW and MVAR is called apparent power measured in MVA. The relationship between the three power values is shown below:
A MV
current. Note from Figure 3 that the actual current that passed through the line was IMVA which is greater than IMW . Thus to compensate for the extra current due to MVAR which passed though the transmission lines, Power Factor Adjustment is collected. 3 The Origin of Power Factor Adjustment Formula Since Power Factor Adjustment is intended to compensate for the extra current passing through the transmission lines, its quantity should be proportional to IMVA. From the equation above.
power factor = pf = cos = I MW = MW MVA IMVA IMW cos (1) (2)
VA
MVAR
A MV
1 MW
MVAR 2 MW
Figure 2. For the same MW, as MVAR is increased, increases. The power factor or cos decreases
MVAR
MW
Figure 1. The power triangle
2 Rationale, why does NGCP charge Power Factor Adjustment? With reference to Figure 2, each power value in the power triangle corresponds to a value of current. Thus a current triangle could be drawn. Figure 3 shows the current corresponding to each type of power.
I MVA
IMVA =
It can be seen from equation (2) that real current IMW is increased to 1MW cos when power factor (or cos ) is considered. The quantity of current IMVA ,PFA which should be the basis of the Power Factor Adjustment is the actual current IMVA less IMW (since IMW was increased to IMW )
cos
Power factor is the factor that is multiplied to the apparent power (MVA) to get the real power (MW). In mathematical terms:
MVA x power factor = MW power factor = MW MVA
IMVAR
IMW
subtituting
IMVA, PFA = IMVA - IMV IMVA = IMW cos IMW - IMW cos
MW
(3)
So power factor is the cosine of the angle between the apparent power and the real power.
Why does NGCP charge Power Factor Adjustment? The answer to that question can be found in Figure 3. Recall that NGCPs power bill to its customers is based on MW or demand. Thus it is charging its customers payment for wheeling energy corresponding to IMW of
IMVA, PFA =
(4)
I ( cos - 1) (5)
Thus the Power Factor Adjustment Charge should be based on the Total Demand Related Charge (TDRC) which is the amount charged for
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wheeling energy corresponding to Mi IMW current multiplied by a factor of ( 1 - 1 ). As the power factor =Peak Demand within a Billing Period for a Load Customers particular Point of delivery. = Peak Demand within a Billing Period for all Points of Delivery of a Load Customer factor would not reach as low as this. In general, the equation is a good approximation for adjusting the demand to compensate for extra MVAR. Some municipal utilities such as Tacoma Public Utilities4 and Coon Rapids Electric Utilities5 and even the local Meralco use the simple equation:
1 + (pf - SPF) x Adjustment x kWDemand (7)
increases from 0 to 1, the factor abruptly decreases as shown in the Figure below.
20.00 18.00 16.00 14.00 12.00 10.00 8.00 6.00 4.00 2.00 0.00 0.05 0.15 0.25 0.35 0.45 0.55 0.65 0.75 0.85 0.95 Power Factor
1 Figure 4. Plot (cos - 1 )
cos
Mi
(1/cos)-1
SPF pf
- 1 = TDRC x
SPF cos
= TDRC x
1 SPFcos -
Section F(AVIII)1.4 of the OATS Rules1 calculates Power Factor Adjustment as:
PFA=TDRC x
SPF pf
-1 x
) ( )
Mi Mi
(6)
Where TDRC =
Total Demand-Related Charge which is the sum of Power Delivery Service Charge, System Operator Charge, Load Following and Frequency Regulation Charge, Black Start Service Charge and Intra-Regional Grid Cross Subsidy (kW) for the Load Customer for the Billing Period
With reference to the previous section, the OATS Rules is consistent with charging the extra demand represented by the current IMVA, since it considered the factor PFA 1 ( cos - 1 ). The introduction of SPF in the numerator ensures that the customer is not penalized for having a power factor equivalent to SPF2. The inclusion of SPF in ( 1cos - 1 ) however, would result in collecting penalty charges which is lower than the required theoretical charge given 1 by (cos - 1 ). For all practical purposes however the collected penalty charge with SPF as a factor is acceptable as shown in the graph below. Notice that at power factor 70%-90% 3, the curves are almost equal.
20.00 15.00 10.00
(1/cos)-1 Should be charged to PFA (.85/cos)-1 What is actually charged to customers due to introduction of SPF
Adjustment = 3% for bonus (that is pf > SPF) and 6% for penalty. Note that Tacoma and Coon does not award bonus and that their SPF is quite high at 90% and 95% respectively as opposed to Meralco where SPF = 0.85. At higher power factor, which is the usual case in the operation of power system, (pf - SPF) approximates as shown in Figure 6 below.
0.160 0.140 0.120 0.100 0.080 0.060 0.040 0.020 0.000 0.85-PF (0.85/cos) - 1
% TDRC
0.7
40 .750 .760 .770 .780 .790 .800 .810 .820 .830 .840 .850 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Power Factor
SPF
= Standard Power 5.00 Factor. 85% if actual 0.00 PF below 85%. Not -5.00 Applicable (if pf is Power Factor between 85%-91%). 90% - if actual PF is Figure 5 Effect of introducing adjustment equation above 90%
%
into the
4 Legal basis of Power Factor Adjustment Except for the OATS Rules 6 setting the required load power factor of customers to 85%, there are no other references or any other legal basis of Power Factor Adjustment both bonus and penalty. Even the Transmission Development Plan 2007 acknowledges this when it stated:
If pf of customer = SPF, = (1-1) = 0 therefore customer is not charged Typical power factor of induction motors. See http://www mytpu. org/ file_viewer.aspx?id=738 4 http://www.wyan.org/assets/electric/PowerFactor.pdf 5 http://crmu.net/PDF%20files/Rates/Electric/Power%20Factor%20 Adjustment%20Rate%20Schedule.pdf 6 Customers are bound to comply with the OATS Rules since it was stipulated in the contracts that they signed (TSA or Transmission ServiceAgreement)
2 3
PF
1
The OATS rule is the basis of billing as per Transmission Service Agreement (TSA) signed by TransCo and its customers
Also notice that the deviation of the modified adjustment equation is most evident on lower power factors from 50% and below. This however should not be of concern since for most practical application; power
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However, the Grid Code is not strict on power factor and there is no mechanism, except through the revised OATS Rules, on enforcing high power factor to customers
capacity at customers power factor of 0.85. If investment on additional capacity would be more economical than the cost of the power factor bonus rewarded, then at some point we can consider keeping the power factor bonus. In general however, as with other utilities, NGCP lines are designed and built to be capable of handling currents at customer standard power factor of 0.85, hence, power factor bonus should be removed and NGCP should get rid of it. Lastly, considerations should be made to increase the 0.85 power factor required by the OATS Rules in view of the practices of utilities in other parts of the world which sets their standard power factor higher than 0.90.
5 Recommendations Since NGCP billing is demand based, there is a need to impose the Power Factor Adjustment (penalty) to compensate for the extra current due to MVAR. This MVAR current equally degrades our lines as the MW current. It is sensible to consider removal of bonus for high power factors since the OATS Rules had already required the customers to maintain a minimum of 0.85 power factor. This means that along with the OATS Rules requirement for the customers, it requires NGCP to maintain its line
an Electrical Engineer with an MSEE degree and presently assigned at the Transmission Planning of the Planning and Engineering Department of the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP).
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