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REX™ for Residential – Grid Automation
Acelerex’s REX™ empowers residential customers with advanced Grid Automation capabilities, offering optimal energy management, seamless remote operations, and full integration with site-level and Virtual Power Plant (VPP) frameworks. This cutting-edge solution combines innovative technology with robust features to enhance energy savings, increase reliability, and contribute to a sustainable energy grid.
Key Features
1. Remote Monitoring & Control:
- Track and control home energy systems, including battery storage, solar generation, and EV chargers, via the REX™ Cloud HMI or onsite REX Appliance.
- Enable observability of critical system metrics like breaker status, EMS modes, and site-specific statuses.
2. Execution of Grid Analytics Plans:
- Turn insights from grid analytics into actionable energy-saving and cost-optimization strategies.
- Leverage user-defined policies for data management, such as sampling rate, aging, and down-sampling.
3. Virtual Power Plant (VPP) Integration:
- Seamlessly aggregate residential energy assets for participation in demand response programs and grid services.
- Ensure adherence to state-of-charge (SoC) requirements for effective aggregation.
Grid Services (BESS)
- LMP Following: Optimize battery storage by charging when prices are low and discharging during high-price periods.
- Emissions Optimization (WattTime/SGIP): Charge during low-emission periods and discharge during high-emission periods to minimize carbon footprint.
- Grid Demand Peak Shaving: Discharge during peak demand and recharge during solar hours to stabilize grid conditions.
- Distribution Hosting Capacity: Mitigate back-feed risks by managing charging schedules during solar generation.
- Demand Response Program Integration: Support grid reliability through demand response participation.
- Baseload Power Support: Maintain consistent energy supply by balancing solar production with battery dispatch.
Enhanced Features from REX™ DAS
1. Real-Time Data Management:
- Local and cloud-based real-time databases ensure data redundancy and accessibility.
- Automatic reconnection mechanisms guarantee reliable system operations.
2. Comprehensive Communication Protocols:
- Supports Modbus, DNP3, and OPC-UA protocols, ensuring seamless integration with inverters, sensors, EV chargers, and more.
3. Advanced Cybersecurity and Compliance:
- Adheres to industry cybersecurity standards with encrypted data transmission and compliance with regulatory standards.
4. Scalable and Customizable Design:
- Scalable to accommodate various system sizes and tailored for residential needs.
- Customizable reporting and real-time synchronization enhance usability.
5. Cloud and Local Monitoring:
- Utilize REX™ Cloud HMI for real-time remote monitoring and the optional Site HMI for local control.
Use Case
Jane and John, homeowners with solar panels, a BESS, and an EV charger, utilize REX™ for Grid Automation to:
- Monitor and control their home energy systems remotely for cost savings and reliability.
- Align battery and EV charging schedules with grid conditions, retail rates, and low-emission periods.
- Earn incentives through participation in demand response programs while contributing to grid stability.
- Access real-time data insights and customized reports to track energy usage and system performance.
These applications, coupled with advanced features like data compression, observability, and digital twin simulations, deliver a robust residential energy management system.
Transform your home energy system with REX™ for Residential – Grid Automation and redefine energy savings, reliability, and sustainability.
Contact Sales today to receive a quote!