Technical information
The Showpower SmartGrid
A world-first mobile microgrid system designed especially for events that require critical and independent power, delivering grid scale features and capacity, in a transportable, compact modular footprint.
Built for:
- Global artist touring
- Large-scale festivals
- Cultural celebrations
- Sporting events
- Outside broadcast compounds
System recharging takes place via;
- a grid connection of up to 630A total, or
- one or more synchronised generator connections (up to 630A each)
The system can also peak shave a grid supply – passing through the grid power to the show load and boosting it from the batteries when required, which ensures that any stadium grid connection can be utilised.
Through the HMI, the operator is able to adjust the AC input levels to best suit the chosen charging solution. This is particularly important when connected to generator supplies, as it allows the operator to run the generators at peak efficiency. (Noting that the ratio of kWh generated per litre of fuel consumed is at optimal level when a generator is running at between 60 – 85% of its total generation capacity.)
Key Features
World-first modular, scalable power output
- Each 250kW Showpower unit operates independently and communicates with others in the Showpower SmartGrid
- Fully synchronise 2-5 Showpower units for N-1 redundancy (e.g. for 250kW Peak Load, use 2x Showpower units – if one fails, the other will seamlessly continue to support the load, for as long as there is energy in the batteries)
- Continuous power output from <1kW up to 1,250kW
- 630A pass-through and smart boost capacity per Showpower unit – Output up to 450kW per unit and Peak Shave small grid supplies, making them usable for large shows
continuous power output range
units synchronised for N-1 redundancy
pass-through per Showpower unit
max boosted output per unit
Flexible, scalable storage
Add from one to four 250kWh ESS units to each Showpower Unit. Achieve ultimate flexibility, with available energy from 250kWh up to a massive 5,000kWh.
Some example configurations of the Showpower SmartGrid are shown below:
Configuration
1x SPU + 1x ESS
1x SPU + 4x ESS
2x SPU + 4x ESS
2x SPU + 8x ESS
4x SPU + 8x ESS
4x SPU + 16x ESS
Output
250kW
250kW
500kW
500kW
1MW
1MW
Stored energy
250kWh
1MWh
1MWh
2MWh
2MWh
4MWh
A Global Power Solution
The Showpower Smart Grid system is designed to operate in multiple territories and so features a 50 – 60Hz switching function on both the AC inputs and outputs.
The System can also operate in a 3-phase AC Voltage range of 380-500V. The HMI is remotely accessible by our technical team, ensuring that real-time support can be provided 24/7, no matter where the system is deployed.
Transport details
Standards and certifications
The Showpower Smart Grid is built to the highest standards and incorporates components from only the most reputable suppliers, including Danfos, ABB and Toshiba. As such, it conforms to all the relevant standards and certifications, including but not limited to:
Dimensions
The units have been designed with international transport in mind; with a footprint of only 2,300mm (l) x 1,140mm (w) x 1,600mm (h)
1 Showpower Unit
& 1 Energy Storage System
The Energy Storage Unit (ESS)
Features common to both components
