Case Study
Overcoming Space Constraints and Power Demand Challenges in a Biomedical Facility
This biomedical building struggled with limited space to install an energy storage system needed to ensure uninterrupted power supply to support their projects.
Project Overview
A leading biomedical facility required a reliable Energy Storage System (ESS) to support its power consumption while ensuring uninterrupted power supply. Given the building’s energy demands and the need for a robust backup system, EticaAG implemented a 1.6 MWh battery energy storage solution integrated with a UPS system. The ESS was designed to operate in parallel with 11.4 kV high-voltage disks connected to the facility’s existing switchboard.
Location
Biomedical Building
Application
Backup Power
Objective
Installation of an Energy Storage System (ESS) to support building's power consumption.
Battery Capacity
1.6 MWh
Product
Power Cabinet with LiquidShield Battery Immersion Technology
Configuration
Parallel connection of 11.4 kV high-voltage disks to existing switchboard.
Challenge
Implementing an ESS in an urban environment presents unique logistical and technical challenges. Two primary obstacles arose during this project:
Limited Space for Installation
The biomedical facility’s parking garage, designated for the ESS and UPS cabinets, had significant space constraints. With limited real estate available, traditional battery storage solutions would have required an extensive footprint, posing an obstacle to deployment.Ensuring Adequate Power Conversion and UPS Capacity
The facility’s energy demands required a system capable of managing a high-voltage 11.4 kV connection while also ensuring seamless operation during power fluctuations. Designing a power conversion architecture that could efficiently integrate with the building’s infrastructure while delivering consistent and uninterrupted power was critical to the project’s success.
Solution
To address these challenges, EticaAG engineered a compact yet high-performance ESS configuration:
- Five Etica ESS cabinets, each housing 322 kWh, provided a total capacity of 1.6 MWh within a reduced footprint. The immersion cooling technology integrated into these cabinets optimized thermal management and fire suppression, eliminating the need for excessive spacing or additional fire protection measures.
- A three-phase 1000 kVA transformer was installed to convert high-voltage power, ensuring seamless integration with the facility’s 11.4 kV system.
- Three UPS systems (300 kW each) were deployed to provide a total of 900 kW of backup power, safeguarding critical biomedical operations from unexpected outages.
- A Battery Management System (BMS) and Energy Management System (EMS) software were implemented to optimize performance, monitor energy flow, and enable remote diagnostics.
Results
The strategic deployment of EticaAG’s ESS successfully overcame space limitations without compromising performance. The compact design of the immersion-cooled battery cabinets allowed for efficient use of the constrained installation area, while the advanced power conversion and UPS architecture ensured uninterrupted power supply, even under peak demand. Additionally, the system was designed with scalability in mind, allowing for future expansion as energy needs grow.
By integrating innovative thermal management, high-efficiency power conversion, and intelligent energy management software, EticaAG provided a resilient energy storage solution that met the facility’s stringent operational requirements, ensuring power reliability for critical biomedical applications.
