ACS - Energy
The energy industry is primed for a wave of monumental change. The transition to renewable and alternative energy sources, advancements in energy storage, the rise of smart grids, and the electrification of transportation are driving significant changes domestically and globally. These developments mean organizations require new testing protocols, enhanced safety standards, advanced testing equipment, and comprehensive interoperability and cybersecurity assessments. Regulatory changes and technological innovations further complicate testing requirements, demanding scalable and real-world simulation capabilities. When testing facilities must adapt rapidly to support R&D efforts, it’s essential that they ensure the safe, efficient, and sustainable deployment of new energy technologies. All of these factors demand energy laboratories that are future-proofed for innovative solutions.
As a leader in integrated test cell design and delivery, ACS uniquely partners with companies in the energy market to create comprehensive testing solutions that incorporate low, medium, and high-voltage components, mechanical equipment, fluid systems, controls, and data acquisition. Since 1994, we have leveraged our expertise in designing and managing complex industrial facilities to understand and address the unique and intricate requirements of cutting-edge industrial energy solutions. Our process ensures that test requirements are prioritized at every stage, from understanding design intent to managing the design process and constructing specialized equipment.
Cross-Industry Experience as a Solutions Provider Sets ACS Apart
Our project management expertise has been crucial in numerous test cell projects worldwide. ACS has built or upgraded hundreds of test cells for energy companies, research labs, national labs, government labs, and universities. With extensive experience with high-voltage components and systems, we provide our clients with the necessary tools from a project’s start to finish.
Designing and constructing a high-voltage testing facility requires a deep understanding of integrating infrastructure, test cells, and equipment while prioritizing safety. As voltage levels rise, finding suitable equipment and component vendors becomes challenging. Our experienced professionals specialize in integrating utilities, facilities, and equipment for high-voltage projects of any size. We provide comprehensive industrial energy solutions for test facility design, construction, process equipment, instrumentation, testing, and data analysis services.
Our extensive project portfolio spans diverse applications across the energy sector, including high-voltage destructive testing and medium-voltage testing facilities. With our depth of experience and comprehensive capabilities, ACS supports advancements in the energy industry by delivering state-of-the-art testing facilities that empower clients to innovate and succeed.
Our Custom Solutions
- Low, medium, and high voltage testing lab
- High voltage destructive testing
- Safety upgrades
- Environmental and climatic testing
- Mechanical and electrical upgrades
- Controls and software solutions
- Front End Planning (FEP) – scope, schedule, cost deliverables
- Turnkey R&D facility upgrades and new construction
- Export controlled technology and regulations
Specialized Solutions for Test Articles and Applications
- High voltage components
- Electrical/electronic components
- Power transformers
- Switchgear
- Renewable and alternative energy systems
- Battery storage systems
- HVDC systems
- Acoustics and vibration
- Climatic/environmental testing
- Durability
- Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC/RF)
- Emissions
- Thermal dynamics and management
More Product Information
The automotive industry is a sector frequently on the cusp of transformation. Fast-paced industry shifts span technology innovations, regulatory standards, green initiatives, and customer expectations, influencing manufacturers’ testing needs, growth objectives, and overall business strategies. Companies striving for a competitive edge focus on sustainable practices, regulatory compliance, and innovation in Electric Vehicles (EVs), alternative fuels, and autonomous driving systems. This positions the automotive industry in vital need of testing facilities that are future-proofed for rapid and ongoing transformation.
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Power quality and energy functions
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0.01° phase shift accuracy
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15 - 1000 Hz output
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Built-in multimeter for transducer calibration
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Floating current outputs for 3-wire power meters
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Voltage from Current function
The energy industry is primed for a wave of monumental change. The transition to renewable and alternative energy sources, advancements in energy storage, the rise of smart grids, and the electrification of transportation are driving significant changes domestically and globally. These developments mean organizations require new testing protocols, enhanced safety standards, advanced testing equipment, and comprehensive interoperability and cybersecurity assessments. Regulatory changes and technological innovations further complicate testing requirements, demanding scalable and real-world simulation capabilities. When testing facilities must adapt rapidly to support R&D efforts, it’s essential that they ensure the safe, efficient, and sustainable deployment of new energy technologies. All of these factors demand energy laboratories that are future-proofed for innovative solutions.
Specially modified design allows:
- Air to water heat exchanger added to system
- True current source
- Fast transient response
- Little to no current overshoot
- Low stored energy
- 4-Channel, 204.8 Ksa/s per channel, 24-Bit DACs
- -115 dB spurious free dynamic range
- Integrated 2-Channel 64-bit tachometer
- Integrated 4-Channel DIO
- Tight synchronization with DSA analyzers
- Ideal for rotational measurement, and stimulus-response applications such as vibration test
- Output modes including Sine, Burst Sine, Chirp, Burst-random and continuous random
- Energy absorber with a rating of 400VDC at ±150A
- Provides up to 400V at 150A for 60kW of output power
- Energy Absorber Load chassis creates a total resistance of approximately 1.5 Ohms at 30kW continuous and 60kW peak
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0.01° phase shift accuracy
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15 - 1000 Hz output
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Built-in multimeter for transducer calibration
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Floating current output for 3-wire power meters
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Voltage from Current function
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Power quality and energy functions
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0.01° phase shift accuracy
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15 - 1000 Hz output
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Built-in multimeter for transducer calibration
-
Floating current output for 3-wire power meters
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Voltage from Current function
EMC test equipment to evaluate the resistibility of electronic devices and components when energy charged on a human body or object is discharged to the electronic devices and components. NoiseKen brand ESD simulator is available to see malfunctions or function declines of electronic equipment for appropriate evaluations compliant with IEC 61000-4-2 Ed.2 Test Standard, ISO 10605 Ed.2 Test Standard & ISO 10605 Ed.3 Test Standard.
The ESS-S3011A features a function which enables the user to pre-program test settings to minimize setup errors as well as having the unit be incorporated into a remote or autonomous testing setup. Another feature that sets apart NoiseKen ESD guns to that of competitors is the discharging gun separation design which helps achieve the lightweight.
For conventional ESD guns, that have generators that are inseparable from the gun, you may experience having to replace the whole unit even only when certain parts of the unit are broken. However, with the NoiseKen’s separation design, replacement parts can be minimized to lower the running cost.
ACS
ACS designs, engineers, and builds innovative equipment, machines, controls, and facilities for industry leaders in markets including automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing. We are a systems integrator, helping companies maximize their facilities’ efficiency with systems designed and engineered to work together. We combine our knowledge of building design and construction with expertise and understanding of equipment, R&D and production test, process systems, automation, data acquisition, and controls for industry leaders who require high-performance systems. ACS is based in Verona, Wisconsin, with a regional office in Troy, Michigan, and serves customers across North America and around the world.
Contact Details
Affiliated Construction Services (ACS) Headquarters & Manufacturing
633 Liberty Drive, Verona, WI 53593, USA
Phone: 608-663-1590
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