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Registration is now open for the 25th Annual Beckwith Electric Protection & Control Seminar.

The seminar is designed for engineers, consultants, managers, and technicians at utilities, integrators, packagers and OEMs, as well as others who design, engineer, maintain and test protective systems, voltage/VAR control systems, and FLISR schemes. Relay technicians, and those responsible for testing and commissioning are encouraged to attend our Testing Lab Breakout Sessions.

The seminar is divided into two program tracks, Power Plant Protection and Distribution Protection & Control, with the following mission critical topics.

  • The Power Plant Protection Track would benefit those involved with protection of power plant assets in both utility, cogeneration, and heavy industrial environments, as well as those looking for a deeper background on the subject.
    • Generator Protection (IEEE C37.102)
    • Fault Fundamentals
    • Generator Protection Calculations & Settings
    • Transformer Protection (IEEE C37.91)
    • Transformer Protection Calculations & Settings
    • Motor Bus Transfer
    • Event Analysis Case Studies
    • Hands-on Testing Lab Breakout Sessions (Generation & Transformer Protection)
  • The Distribution Protection & Control Track is designed for those who need a comprehensive understanding of the protection and control of medium-voltage, utility-type distribution systems, including solutions for the challenges due to the high penetration of Distributed Energy Resources (DER).
    • Distribution Feeder Protection & Control (IEEE C37.230)
    • Feeder Protection Calculations & Settings
    • Distribution Automation: FLISR
    • Distributed Energy Resources Operation, Control & Protection (IEEE 1547)
    • Transformer Protection (IEEE C37.91)
    • Transformer, Regulator, and Capacitor Controls
    • Distribution System Optimization: VVO/CVR
    • Cybersecurity
    • Hands-on Testing Lab Breakout Sessions (Distribution Feeder/Recloser Protection & Transformer Protection)

Additional Seminar Highlights:

  • Earn CEUs, PDHs, or CTDs: Earn up to 2.8 Continuing Education Units (CEUs), 28 Professional Development Hours (PDHs), or 28 NETA Continuing Technical Development Credits (CTDs). The Protection Seminar provides CEUs through IEEE.
  • Hands-on Testing Lab Breakout Sessions: Learn skills required to test and commission Beckwith relays for generator, transformer, and distribution feeder/recloser control protection.
  • Hospitality & Demo Expo: Beckwith Electric and Special Guests will host a Hospitality & Demo Expo for a time of networking and information sharing including food and drinks.
  • Factory Tour & Product Demo: At Beckwith Headquarters

Seminar Location and Logistics:

  • The Protection & Control Seminar will be held at the Sandpearl Resort in Clearwater Beach, Florida. Surrounded by the powder white sand and crystal blue waters of Clearwater Beach, the AAA Four-Diamond Sandpearl Resort blends the natural beauty of Florida’s Gulf Coast with premium comforts and warm, personalized service.
  • Each participant will receive daily breakfast, lunch, and the opportunity to interact with our knowledgeable instructors in a casual classroom environment and at evening receptions. Participant interaction is encouraged to gain from the shared experiences of others. Opportunities to discuss needs-based case studies and examples will be available throughout the seminar.

Seminar Cost:

  • $1,350 per person by Wednesday, June 29, 2022, 5 PM EST.
    • 12% group discount for 2+ attendees from the same organization.
    • The seminar fee does not include hotel accommodations or transportation.

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