Task PS SRL — Grid Code Specialist

Engineering Services for
Grid-Connected Power Plants

From Grid Code certificates and full power plant simulation to PSS parameterization, measurement campaigns, and electrical design — Task PS SRL covers the complete technical workflow for generators connecting to TSO and DSO networks.

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Complete Service Portfolio

Our Services

All services are tailored to TSO and DSO operator requirements, backed by hands-on experience with Grid Code certification projects across Europe.

Grid Code Certificate Preparation

We prepare all technical documentation required for Grid Code compliance certificates, working in close coordination with the responsible network operator (TSO/DSO).

TSODSOComplianceDocumentation
  • Preparation of Grid Code certificates
  • Clarification of applicable technical requirements (TSO/DSO)
  • Direct coordination with the network operator for document validation
  • Full support throughout the certification process

Power Plant Simulation

Static and dynamic electrical simulation of power plant behavior — from simulation model development to the final report required for parallel operation authorization.

Static & DynamicLoad FlowShort CircuitFault Ride ThroughModel Validation
  • Development of simulation models for power plants
  • Description of exciter functions (AVR, PSS, OEL, SCL, etc.)
  • Load Flow & Short Circuit calculations
  • Fault Ride Through (FRT)
  • Turbine and generator controller simulation
  • Open-circuit voltage fluctuations
  • Closed-circuit voltage fluctuations
  • PSS – simulation and parameter calculation
  • Under-Excitation Limiter (UEL)
  • Over-Excitation Limiter (OEL)
  • Reactive power control
  • Active power – manual adjustment & frequency response (FSM, LFSM)
  • Excitation Model Validation
  • Documentation for synchronization permit
  • Final simulation report for grid authorization

PSS Parameterization

Expert parameter calculation, Bode Plot analysis, and oscillation damping verification for Power System Stabilizers.

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  • PSS parameter calculation
  • Bode Plot analysis
  • Eigenvalue analysis
  • Simulation and verification of oscillation damping

Exciter & AVR Parameter Calculation

Calculation, optimization, and fine-tuning of excitation system parameters to ensure stable voltage regulation under all operating conditions.

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  • Exciter parameter calculation
  • Excitation system parameterization and commissioning
  • Optimization of the AVR (Automatic Voltage Regulator)
  • Fine-tuning of current and voltage controllers
  • Optimization of exciter response behavior

Measurement Campaign Consulting

Technical support for the complete measurement campaign — from equipment selection and connection procedures to test protocols and final certification documents.

MeasurementTest ProtocolModel ValidationFinal Report

Campaign Support

  • Measurement equipment selection
  • Connection to system and setup procedure
  • Measurement procedure and test definition

Test Types

  • Active power (FSM, LFSM)
  • Reactive power
  • PSS
  • UEL, OEL
  • Simulation model validation

Reporting

  • Simulation–measurement comparison
  • Preparation of final measurement dossier
  • Document preparation for final certification

Grid Code Compliance & Consulting

Comprehensive consulting on Grid Code requirements, stability studies, harmonic analysis, and protection coordination for power plants and substations.

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  • Grid Code compliance assessment
  • Grid Code function consulting (FSM, LFSM, etc.)
  • Parameter consulting (Droop, Deadband, etc.)
  • Real-time simulator studies
  • Load Flow and Short Circuit studies
  • Stability analysis and simulation
  • Harmonic analysis
  • Protection selectivity and coordination
  • Synchronous and asynchronous motor starting studies

Electrical Design & Engineering

Detailed electrical design services covering cable sizing, transformer specifications, power converter design, and filter engineering across all voltage levels.

LV / MV / HVTransformerConverterFilter DesignCable Calculation
  • Cable calculation (LV, MV, HV)
  • Controller structure design
  • Power transformer design & specifications
  • Semiconductor and power converter design
  • AC and DC circuit breaker selectivity
  • Overvoltage discharge calculation
  • Harmonic filter design

System Analysis & Operational Concepts

Analysis of fault regimes, development of operational concepts for complex facilities, and machine start-up strategies for full or partial plant modernization.

Fault AnalysisRetrofitBack-to-BackOperational Concepts
  • Analysis of system fault and emergency operation regimes
  • Operational concepts for power plants, pumping stations, and conversion substations
  • Machine start-up concepts:
    • Back-to-back start-up sequence
    • Asynchronous starting of large synchronous machines
    • Soft-starters
  • Partial or full retrofit (modernization) analysis
  • Development of retrofitting concepts

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