Industries are heavily dependent on power for their machinery. As industrial activities surge, the demand for power increases accordingly. However, industries often fail to utilize the supplied power effectively and end up consuming excess energy. This unnecessarily increases the burden in the form of higher electricity bills and/or penalties. At this stage, Power Factor (PF) panels become critically important.

PF panels are automatic control systems comprising a microprocessor-based controller and multiple capacitors. These panels can be turned on or off automatically on an individual basis. They ensure a consistently high power factor by compensating for the reactive power requirements of machinery. The primary function of a PF panel (Power Factor Panel) is to improve the power factor.

Power factor is defined as the ratio of active power to apparent power and is a key parameter for measuring electrical efficiency. The power factor can be improved whenever necessary by automatically switching the required capacitor bank units on or off. In today’s scenario, with rising electricity costs, it becomes essential to reduce expenses by operating electrical systems at the desired power factor level. This helps to avoid penalties that result from a continuous drop in power factor. PF panels are thus crucial in controlling industrial power consumption by stabilizing the power factor.

The microcontroller in the panel continuously monitors the power factor at various stages. If the power factor drops below 0.9 (lagging) during peak load hours, the capacitor banks are automatically activated to correct the factor.

Advantages

There are several benefits associated with the use of PF panels, including:

• Optimized electricity consumption and reduced electricity bills, including penalties associated with poor power factor.

• Minimization of operational losses, leading to improved efficiency.

• Programmable microcontrollers that can detect and respond to load variations without any delay.

• Ease of use, as all operations are performed automatically.

• Stable power factor maintenance, as the system intelligently switches capacitors on or off as required.

• Consistent performance, even under fluctuating load conditions, ensuring a high and stable power factor.

We have built a strong reputation in the industry for the manufacturing and supply of PF panels, thanks to our experienced and dedicated team. We strictly follow all quality control measures during production, and our manufacturing process adheres to industry norms while fully complying with electrical safety regulations. These practices have enhanced our brand’s image in the market.

Additionally, we offer customized PF panel solutions tailored to the specific needs and technical requirements of our customers.