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Contact us with the technical specifications of your project (>1 MVA). We’ll confirm compatibility, discuss your specific goals, and provide a clear quote.
Regulatory framework
The requirement for Telecontrole stems from European legislation, specifically the Commission Regulation (EU) 2016/631, known as the
Requirements
for Generators (RfG). This regulation aims to create a harmonized set of rules for grid connection across the European Union.
In the RfG, the Article 14.2(b) addressing Type B units (1 to 50MW capacity)
specifies that grid operators can require an interface to remotely control
these units’ output in case of serious grid instability. The grid
operators must specify its requirements.
In Flanders, the technical implementation is detailed in specifications from Fluvius and Synergrid, the
federation of Belgian grid operators. For direct customers with installations of 1 MVA or more, compliance is mandatory.
See Fluvius’ requirements.
What are the benefits?
The mandatory implementation of Telecontrole is a direct response to the challenges of integrating a growing number of
renewable energy sources. Grid congestion and balancing supply with demand are major challenges across Europe.
For asset owners, compliance is a prerequisite to get your project connected to the grid. By installing the right
equipment, you ensure your large-scale renewable projects can be connected to the grid. This allows your assets to
become active participants in a more stable and efficient energy system.
Technical design requirements
The Telecontrole setup involves a clear division of responsibilities between you, the asset owner, and Fluvius. The
system consists of two main components:
1. The Telecontrolekast (TCK): This telecontrol cabinet is supplied by Fluvius and installed at your site. It contains the grid operator’s own Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) and modem, which communicates directly with their central SCADA system.
2. The Klant RTU (Customer RTU): You, the asset owner, are responsible for installing your own asset controller, referred to as the “Klant RTU” or “DER RTU”. This unit serves as the crucial link between the Fluvius TCK and your on-site energy assets (inverters, turbines, batteries).
The connection between your controller and the Fluvius TCK uses a standard, shielded Ethernet connection and communicates via the
IEC 60870-5-104 protocol.
Your controller’s main task is to interpret the single, site-wide setpoint from Fluvius and intelligently distribute it among your individual assets.
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Get your compliant equipment: the Teleport Gateway
As an asset owner, you are required to install a reliable and compliant “Klant RTU”. The Teleport Gateway is designed specifically for this role. We have extensive experience with these types of grid operator requirements, as the Teleport is also the leading certified solution for the Realtime Interface (RTI) in the Netherlands.
The Teleport is a brand-independent asset controller that meets all technical requirements from Fluvius for Telecontrole. It ensures seamless communication with the Fluvius TCK using the IEC 60870-5-104 protocol and intelligently translates control signals for your entire portfolio of assets.
More than just a compliance device, the Teleport is also an independent, local Energy Management System (EMS) that puts you in control.
• Simplify complex sites: The Teleport manages hybrid sites and multiple assets effortlessly, optimizing their combined
output while always respecting grid limits.
• Future-proof your operations: The Teleport is designed with cybersecurity at its core (ISO 27001 certified, fully
encrypted communications, and outbound-only connections) and receives continuous updates to keep pace with evolving
regulations and security standards.
• Unlock new revenue: Beyond satisfying grid operator requirements, the Teleport provides the secure API your trading
partner needs to capture value from energy and flexibility markets.
Discover the Teleport, your compliant asset controller.
