Plant engineers track the Heat Rate and auxiliary power consumption in real time. If a boiler loses efficiency, operators can adjust coal and air feeds immediately to save fuel. Outage Management
: An ERP system controlling plant maintenance and operations since 2017.
WBPDCL relies on a network of hardware and software to capture and analyze generation data as it happens. 1. SCADA Systems wbpdcl real time generation
Historically, power plants relied on manual logs and end-of-shift reports to assess generation metrics. This created information lag, making it difficult to respond to sudden grid fluctuations or equipment anomalies. Why Real-Time Data Matters
: Use Restful APIs to push data from individual plants (e.g., Sagardighi or Kolaghat ) to the central corporate office. Current Tracking Capabilities Plant engineers track the Heat Rate and auxiliary
The technology behind capturing live generation numbers involves a robust, multi-layered industrial network:
WBPDCL operates five major thermal power stations located at , Bakreswar , Sagardighi , Santaldih , and Bandel . Key WBPDCL Power Generation Stations WBPDCL relies on a network of hardware and
| Technology | Status | Benefit | |------------|--------|---------| | Upgraded RTUs (IEC 61850) | Pilot at Bakreshwar | 1 sec resolution | | PMU (Phasor Measurement Units) | Installed at 400 kV substations | 50 ms time-stamped data | | AI-based generation forecasting | Under evaluation (NITI Aayog grant) | Reduces DSM penalty by 15–20% | | Digital twin for Sagardighi Unit-5 | 2025–26 budget approved | Predictive maintenance |
: The PRAYOG SAP platform integrates core plant processes—including operations and maintenance—into a dynamic online workflow, ensuring that generation data is captured and managed in real-time for corporate oversight. Leading the National Rankings (FY 2024-25)
Effective real-time monitoring relies on several critical technological layers:
Real-time metrics allow the State Load Despatch Centre (SLDC) to draw power from the cheapest available source.