Introduction of the First Hybrid Grid Transfer in the Netherlands
On Friday, 22 February, Voet and Greener, in collaboration with Alfen, introduced a synchronous grid transfer combined with a mobile battery. This makes these two companies the first to offer a low-CO₂, quiet, safe, and reliable solution for grid transfers at reduced capacity, up to 250 kVA.
In recent weeks, Voet and Greener have been working intensively to develop a fully functional hybrid system for synchronous grid transfer. Energy solutions specialist Alfen (based in Almere) was closely involved as the developer of the battery technology and grid transformers. The battery has been further developed by Alfen and adapted to operate in the demanding conditions required during a synchronous grid transfer.
By combining Voet’s expertise in synchronous grid transfers with Greener’s knowledge of smart battery deployment, it is possible to further minimise the noise and CO₂ emissions normally associated with such operations.
Advantages of the hybrid system:
Significant fuel savings
Reduction in CO₂ emissions
Less noise pollution: during nighttime hours, the battery can provide the full power supply
Storage of sustainably generated energy, which can be delivered back to the user at night
Compact setup, ideal for urban environments
Reliable and clean power supply
Cost savings through our online input system
This flexible hybrid solution offers multiple ways to take over the grid synchronously—either via the generator using the bypass or reference procedure, or, in the future, using the battery alone. Energy from renewable sources can be stored in the energy storage system during the day and delivered back to the grid at night. Any surplus energy is handled by the generator’s Reverse Power System.
Voet and Greener are proud of this development and, in collaboration with Alfen, will continue to work on sustainable innovations aimed at further reducing CO₂ emissions, while keeping safety and reliability of supply at the forefront.
