The increasing capacity of AI data centers is causing strain on power infrastructure. Traditional medium-voltage switchgear deployment can slow down the time it takes to connect power due to specific engineering, wiring, and commissioning needed for each project. Schneider Electric investigates how software-defined architectures can make the process more efficient, decreasing the deployment schedule from 31.5 weeks to just 11.5 weeks.
This whitepaper delves into how software-defined switchgear can speed up deployment and make power infrastructure simpler through:. Looking into the simplification of engineering and integration through standardized hardware and software settings. Investigating the advantages of parallel workflows and reusability of templates in enhancing manufacturing, installation, and commissioning processes.
Grasping the role of protection redundancy and networked communications in ensuring the resilience of power systems. Evaluating the advantages of a product’s lifecycle, such as increased operational adaptability, streamlined spare parts administration, and decreased reliance on raw materials
