HPM Legrand Energy management products

The SCS control systems, which include visualisation and load management products, can show how much gas and electricity a residence is using. The energy and hot water output received from solar panels can also be viewed.

The energy usage data is displayed on a Legrand Arteor colour touch screen and the data collection devices can be integrated directly on the bus of the automation/temperature control system or can be part of a dedicated system. The bus meter with three inputs for toroids measures up to three separate circuits by connecting up to three toroids to the appropriate inputs. The pulse counter interface detects, counts and processes the information received from meters with pulse outputs.

With visualisation products, the data can be displayed in current or dollar value of the usage on an hourly, weekly, monthly or yearly basis. Actual live results can also be viewed.

The company’s load management products manage power usage by automatically disconnecting appliances when a predetermined electrical consumption level is reached. These products are suitable for installation inside distribution boards and switchboards and require the space of 1 DIN module.

A central unit for load management measures the input power from the electrical system. It manages up to 63 appliances or electric loads for each phase, measures currents and voltages, and processes the data to provide energy and power information. Actuator 16A with current sensor allows measurement of controlled load consumptions and is capable of performing both energy management and automation functions. The actuator turns off devices based on usage or control.

Separately, the company has also launched the Universal Mounting Bracket (UMB). The product is suitable for horizontal or vertical installations, thereby potentially halving stock numbers, and is also easy to nail in without hitting the side of the bracket.