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Planning & Consulting
Planning and Consulting
Expert insight helps lower your risk and reduce costs -- a direct benefit to your bottom line.
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Optimize PV and BESS Performance
Better for the Owner! Better for the Integrator! Better for the Grid!
- CAISO & Interconnection
CAISO & Interconnection
End-to-end guidance from experts who have guided over 900 resources to successful grid connection.
- Support & Data
Support and data services for operational integrity
The Trimark Operations Center (TOC) helps you maintain compliance and ensure accurate data.
- Products & Services
Trimark's Comprehensive Set of Systems and Services
We've got you covered with Services from concept to commissioning and Products from panel to the point of interconnect.
Products, Solutions & Services
Trimark solutions are built from time-tested, field proven devices and assemblies. We package products with services designed to help you avoid the pitfalls and challenges of an evolving market.
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Products
Trimark’s end-to-end solutions help resource owners and EPCs overcome the challenges of connecting to, and participating in, the electric power market. Our solutions may combine products to meet the objective. The following tabs provide information about these building blocks.
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True:SCADA
Trimark’s True:SCADA™ product suite is Trimark’s next-generation control solution – built to improve PV/BESS owners, integrators, and the grid, providing efficiency, control, reporting, data management, and configurability.
True:SCADA™ is designed specifically for portfolio management, plant inverter control, and market integration with tools that help maximize resource revenue. It unifies data while delivering fast local control, cloud orchestration, and real-time compliance. Tailored specifically for utility-scale PV, BESS, and hybrid resources, True:SCADA™ eases integration, extends scalability, and integrates with ISO and Utility protocols. It’s also built in the USA.
Key Features
- Fast access to production data for accurate reporting and meaningful alarms;
- Quick response to meet operating targets, control ramps, delivering grid stability;
- Consistent data across entire portfolio supports meaningful comparisons and actionable insights;
- Linux-based system for high availability, robust performance technology, and lower expense;
- Templatized components codify best practices and standardize preferences, allowing trained integrators to deliver repeatable and consistent configurations.
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Vantage SCADA
Trimark’s legacy Vantage SCADA platform is a utility-scale control and monitoring solution that has been deployed into utility-scale PV and BESS resources since 2012.
Vantage integrates control functions and monitoring capabilities required by resource owners.
While Trimark has launched the next generation of control, Trimark will continue to support Vantage for the foreseeable future.
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Ignition + RTAC Systems
Trimark applies extensive experience building PV and BESS control solutions with Ignition software (Inductive Automation) as the HMI and Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) RTAC hardware as the Power Plant Controller.
Together with Trimark’s extensive experience in PV and BESS control, this technology stack provides a complete monitoring and control solution suited for many utility-scale Photovoltaic (PV) generation and Battery Energy Storage (BESS) resources.
Trimark is a Certified and Credentialed Integrator.
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Remote Intelligent Gateway (RIG)Trimark’s RIG fulfills CAISO’s requirement to participate in California’s electric markets.
Trimark delivers RIG solutions on ruggedized Trimark Data Gateway or SEL RTAC platforms. Trimark’s turnkey RIG includes a computer, software, design, testing, configuration, installation, and certification. Trimark’s RIG is scalable and supports NERC CIP compliance.
Trimark’s RIG meets CAISO RIG requirements including:
- Real-time data telemetry between site devices (revenue meters, plant interfaces, meteorological systems, and PV inverters) and CAISO
- Sends data securely from generation to CAISO using DNP and 2048-bit encryption
- Automated Generation Control (AGC) enables authorized set point adjustments
- Data aggregation from multiple resources
- Supports resource generation control, data historization, alarms and alerts, reporting, and analytics
- Real-time data telemetry between site devices (revenue meters, plant interfaces, meteorological systems, and PV inverters) and CAISO
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Meteorological (MET) StationsTrimark builds complete MET stations to your specifications and PPA requirements. We start by using instruments that meet accuracy requirements and our standards for reliability. Then our team designs, procures, assembles, configures, installs, and commissions the complete system.
Typical MET Station Assembly
- Solar irradiance sensor(s) (e.g. Global Horizontal
Irradiance (GHI) and Plane of Array (POA)) that meet the ISO 9060 Secondary Standard and IEC 61724 Class A Standard - All-in-one MET sensor including wind direction/speed, temperature, barometric pressure, humidity
- Rain sensor
- Back panel temperature sensors
- Data logger
- Back-up power (PV panel, UPS, battery)
- Frame and equipment enclosures
Optional Instruments and Equipment
- Soiling stations
- Diffuse irradiance
MET stations are typically included in Trimark’s end-to-end SCADA solution.
- Solar irradiance sensor(s) (e.g. Global Horizontal
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Field Network Equipment
Field Network Equipment (AKA network drop) bridge between intelligent devices (e.g. inverters, RIG, meter, MET stations) and the fiber network. They’re like onramps to the freeway that transmit data to the SCADA server and RIG. Typically, one network drop is required for each inverter skid (in a PV plant). Network drops typically include:- Fiber switch
- Auxiliary ethernet switch
- I/O converter
- Serial converter
- Power supply, UPS and Battery
- NEMA 4 enclosure
The fiber patch panel is separate from the network drop. The EPC or its fiber contractor typically provides patch panels as part of the fiber network scope.
Network Equipment is typically included in Trimark’s SCADA solution.
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SCADA Server and Head-end Network Equipment Cabinet
Trimark’s assembles computer cabinets to protect critical computer, network, and security equipment from harsh environmental conditions and cyber threats.
Our cabinet assembly is designed to be mounted on a standalone concrete pad. If your site has a conditioned computer building, we can install the cabinet within the building or install just the equipment into existing shelving.
Cabinet
- NEMA 4 enclosure with lockable security and weather protection (typically 19”, 42U. Other sizes and ratings available.)
Typical Equipment
- Network appliances (e.g. router, firewall)
- UPS and batteries
- Patch panels
- GPS satellite clock
- Switches (distribution, ethernet, Fiber optic)
- I/O
Options:
- HVAC (recommended for outdoor installation)
- Power inverter in lieu of UPS and batteries
- NEMA 4X stainless steel cabinet
Server Cabinets and/or associated equipment are part of Trimark’s SCADA solution.
- NEMA 4 enclosure with lockable security and weather protection (typically 19”, 42U. Other sizes and ratings available.)
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Meter Cabinet
Metering cabinets provide security and environmental protection for revenue meters. The cabinet can be provided in a variety of sizes depending on the number of meters required. Trimark assembles, wires, and bench tests each cabinet before shipping to the site. The Meter Cabinet includes:
- NEMA 4 enclosure (various configurations)
- Meter sockets
- 10 pole test switch
- Socket or panel mount
Meter Cabinets are included in Trimark’s Metering solution.
Services
Trimark Services are designed to help you plan smart so you can operate effectively. We start by understanding your goals. Then we help you understand your options, design a realistic plan, maintain your systems, ensure compliance, and maximize market opportunities. We’re your partner for years, and years, of profitability.
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Consulting ServicesTo help you anticipate and avoid common challenges, our experts provide practical advice you need to make a smart start. We can help you develop and deploy the computing and technologies required to support utility-scale renewable generation, energy storage, and microgrid projects. Services include:
- Advice on ISO/Utility Interconnection
- Technology planning, bid specifications and RFP support
- Advice on metering and data requirements to participate in green energy incentives.
- Metering schemes and considerations for SCME and ISOME.
- Control concepts to address ACC, ADS, Ancillary Services.
- Cyber Security
- Network troubleshooting
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CAISO NRI ServicesTrimark provides expert guidance to help you navigate CAISO’s New Resource Implementation (NRI) process and schedule. We have successfully guided more than 900 resources through CAISO’s requirements.
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Revenue Metering
Trimark delivers turnkey revenue metering solutions for compliance, settlements, incentive programs, and renewable energy credits (RECs). Trimark’s end-to-end metering solutions meet the criteria for to have CAISO read meters and process data. Trimark’s solution includes:
- NRI support,
- Meter scheme design,
- Meters and cabinets,
- Installation,
- Testing, and
- CAISO certification.
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SCME Plan and Audit
Resources may participate in the market as a Scheduling Coordinator Metered Entity (SCME). This requires that they complete an SQMD Plan, conduct a bi-annual audit, and re-certify their meters. This solution is especially well suited to resources in generation environments that require complex metering (e.g. DLC) to account for losses. Trimark’s solution includes:
- NRI, meter scheme design, meter and cabinet, installation, testing, and certification.
- Develop SQMD Plan. CAISO requires resources to develop and submit a plan to demonstrate that the meter data created, collected, and submitted will be settlement quality. The plan must address meter certification/annual re-certification, meter reading systems, VEE processes and procedures, affirmation, audit, and other requirements.
- Daily meter reading using MV-90; VEE; SQMD preparation and submittal (to CAISO or SC)
- Annual meter re-certification to confirm accuracy.
- Support for the annual Affirmation
- Support for the bi-annual Attestation/SQMD Audit to verify accuracy and management procedures.
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Meter Data ManagementAs a Meter Data Management Agent (MDMA), Trimark is authorized to collect, validate and report Settlement Quality Meter Data (SQMD) for resource owners, utilities, ISOs, and incentive programs.
Trimark reads meter data via MV-90 then applies standard Validation, Estimation, and Editing (VEE) protocols.
Once validated, meter data is delivered for use in performance management, financial settlements (e.g. SCME), and compliance.
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Service and MaintenanceTrimark provides nationwide service support, proactive monitoring, and a 24/7 call center. With our comprehensive client care services, we can troubleshoot your equipment issues – even if we did not install your products.
- Equipment maintenance and support
- Site monitoring and reporting
- SCADA, monitoring, and data hosting
- Data management services
- Network and security management
- Disaster recovery and business continuity
- Operations support
- ISO integration support
- Warranty support
- Extended hours emergency support
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Realtime Site MonitoringWhen your CAISO RIG or ECN connection isn’t working properly, it can be expensive.
Trimark’s realtime monitoring buys time to correct issues, avoid penalties and continue market participation. Benefits of realtime monitoring include:
- Receive early warning about RIG or ECN outages that can result in non-compliance fines.
- View real-time status and trend recent values for all data points passed through the RIG, including status of the ECN.
- Compare Primary and Backup meter values to confirm accuracy.
- Trimark’s Operations Team watches for alerts and initiates diagnostics if an issue arises.
With realtime monitoring, if there’s trouble with the RIG, ECN, or meter points you’ll be the first one to know.
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24/7 Monitoring
Many PV resources are adding battery storage to provide more market opportunities at more times of the day.
But these power purchase agreements come with contractual obligations – like ensuring secure communications to accept and respond to dispatch commands 24/7/365.
Trimark offers a service option for 18-hour and 24-hour telephone support to help you identify, troubleshoot and address issues that could result in lost revenue or penalties if not resolved or reported.
I want 24/7 support!
Expert Perspective
Why does their job matter? Trimark team members explain.We help customers meet Utility and ISO control requirements. It’s exciting to bring equipment together to work as a cohesive, efficient system.
Yesenia Chavez
Control Engineer IWe start by understanding our client’s needs. One way we do this is by creating a system block diagram to show Trimark’s equipment and scope. Our customers often rely on our diagrams to make sure everyone is on the same page.
Russell Stansbury
Proposal ManagerI develop control software that simplifies the operation of utility-scale solar power generation and energy storage. That’s key to making renewable energy stable, reliable, and viable – which is how we’ll save the world.
Brian Buhl
Principal Software EngineerResource owners want to reduce risk, avoid penalties, and maximize revenue. My role is to help customers gain peace of mind and operate confidently in accomplishing their mission.
Tom Short
Chief Operations Support OfficerI help users put Vantage to work for effective resource management. As a bridge between customers and our software team, I write documentation delivered on every system screen that explains Vantage functions such as controls and reporting. That answers most user’s questions right on the spot.
Rob Towns
Customer Success Program Manager
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