Energy storage battery whole group test plan

What is energy storage performance testing?

Performance testing is a critical component of safe and reliable deployment of energy storage systems on the electric power grid. Specific performance tests can be applied to individual battery cells or to integrated energy storage systems.

What is a battery energy storage system?

Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are expected to be an integral component of future electric grid solutions. Testing is needed to verify that new BESS products comply with grid standards while delivering the performance expected for utility applications.

Are there standards for integrated battery energy storage systems?

There are standards for photovoltaic system components, wind generation and conventional batteries. However, there are currently no IEEE, UL or IEC standards that yet pertain specifically to this new generation of integrated battery energy storage system products. The framework presented below includes a field commissioning component.

What is battery capacity testing?

Capacity testing is performed to understand how much charge / energy a battery can store and how efficient it is. In energy storage applications, it is often just as important how much energy a battery can absorb, hence we measure both charge and discharge capacities.

How to compare battery energy storage systems?

In terms of $, that can be translated into $/kWh, the main data to compare Battery Energy Storage Systems. Sinovoltaics’ advice: after explaining the concept of usable capacity (see later), it’s always wise to ask for a target price for the whole project in terms of $/kWh and $.

Why should you choose a battery energy storage system supplier?

Sinovoltaics’ advice:the more your supplier owns and controls the Battery Energy Storage System value chain (EMS, PCS, PMS, Battery Pack, BMS), the better, as it streamlines any support or technical inquiry you may have during the BESS’ life. COOLING TECHNOLOGIES