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Capacity Apps

Turn network data into dynamic capacity gains

Our Capacity Apps provide highly granular headroom data by feeder and phase, enabling faster, smarter connection of Low Carbon Technologies. On average, circuits can release 22% more capacity, dramatically improving asset utilisation. These powerful algorithms go further by identifying how long each phase has been overloaded, helping operators manage risk more effectively. They can also automatically signal LV flexibility needs as limits are approached, giving grid operators time to act.

Simply layer VisNet Capacity Apps onto your VisNet Hub for maximum network visibility and control.

Support efficient low voltage network planning amid rising demand and generation with our Capacity Apps

The Low Voltage network is experiencing a significant increase in both electricity consumption and generation, putting pressure on the grid to operate closer to its thermal and voltage operating limits.

This change in the energy landscape means that network operators must take a more dynamic approach to managing their grid capacity. Doing so effectively will require full visibility of the LV network, which is where the suite of VisNet® monitoring tools come in.

At its core, the VisNet Hub monitors with high granularity providing voltage and current readings, giving real-time visibility of the demand across LV feeder circuits. Build on this view with our suite of Capacity Apps.

Our Apps process live network data locally using configurable algorithms, delivering meaningful insights through our intuitive Detect Pro user interface. This gives operators a real-time, visual understanding of performance where it matters most.

All data is handled within a secure, fully encrypted environment, and with automatic over-the-air (OTA) updates, new features and firmware enhancements can be deployed effortlessly to keep your system performing at its best.

The VisNet Capacity Apps allow you to optimise the capacity of your LV electrical network with real-time actionable insights and alarm before any damage occurs.

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VisNet have great products and services, with very good technical advice. I found the team approachable; they listen to customers and provide continuous innovation to meet their needs."

Gary MacDonald, Senior Project Engineer
SP Energy Networks

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Circuit Capacity App

Incredible Insights

Developed with a variety of time horizons in mind, from short-term operations to network planning and longer-term asset investment, the Circuit Capacity App flags issues where a single LV circuit feeding one street or local area is experiencing higher demand than another circuit.

It delivers highly granular visibility of available headroom by feeder and phase, enabling operators to make the most of existing capacity. This level of insight supports more efficient network planning, including the ability to offer connections to individual phases where headroom exists.

As low carbon technologies like domestic solar generation continue to grow, this App helps to manage their impact by monitoring the phase, feeder, and duration of reverse powerflow, triggering proactive alarms as thresholds are approached or exceeded.

The system also captures all voltage fluctuations which is crucial for identifying conditions that could cause issues such as EV chargers tripping offline.

In addition, it can pinpoint LV circuits operating outside statutory voltage limits, even when the substation itself appears within range, allowing for targeted intervention where it’s needed most.

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Transformer Capacity App

Management Through Measurement

Developed as a tool for day-to-day management and forward-looking planning, the Transformer Capacity App is a critical component in getting the most out of a transformer feeding multiple connected customers, helping operators balance immediate needs with future goals.

This App supports smarter planning by helping operators manage the challenges of the duck curve. They provide insights into whether traditional tapping transformers will mitigate or exacerbate supply and demand imbalances throughout the day.

At the same time, the App enables more effective use of existing infrastructure through live dynamic ratings, thus maximising asset capacity, supporting the addition of new customers, or deferring costly upgrades by extending the operational headroom of your network.

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Benefits

Circuit Capacity App benefits:

Circuit short-term and long-term overload: detect overloads early to prevent outages, protect assets, and guide investment decisions
High neutral current: spot early signs of imbalance or harmonic distortion to reduce losses and extend equipment life
Circuit reverse power: monitor generation backfeed to maintain stability and safely integrate renewables
Overvoltage and undervoltage: track voltage limits in real time to protect devices and stay compliant
Phase imbalance: identify unbalanced loads to reduce energy loss and improve asset performance

Transformer Capacity App benefits:

Transformer short-term and long-term overload: spot overloads early to protect assets and avoid costly failures
Transformer reverse power: monitor backfeed to safeguard transformers and manage local generation
Phase imbalance: reduce losses and improve transformer efficiency with balanced loading
Demand duration curve (coming soon…): understand how long demand persists to support smarter planning

VisNet^® Hub

Revolutionise your Low Voltage network monitoring

Our Apps, coupled with the Hub, provide a market-leading grid edge intelligence, using configurable on-device algorithms to filter and process relevant data directly from your network.

Operating within a secure, encrypted environment, VisNet Apps ensure data is protected. Seamless over-the-air (OTA) updates allow for easy installation of new apps and features, while regular firmware updates keep your system optimised.’

Intelligence from the grid-edge with the VisNet Hub and App Suites

Layer individual apps to give you further actionable insights.

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Why Detect Pro?

Effective visualisation of complex data from an entire Low Voltage network
Cloud hosted for easy access with support available through the VisNet service desk
Responsive web design enabling use on a variety of devices
Common interface to the backend database
Insights from aggregated data, with powerful visualisation
Reduced training requirements
Cost-effective tiered pricing model
Scalable hosting options to suit your specific needs

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