Switchroom extension: power to the synchrotron

Thanks to three brand-new ‘uninterruptable power supply’ (UPS) systems, the AS storage ring can continue operating for up to 15 seconds without any power, enabling synchrotron operators and users to continue working through any short-term power supply disruption.

The three Piller UPS (uninterruptable power supply) systems were installed in the new switchroom extension late in 2011. With a total power of over 4 megawatts (MW), they combine a rotary UPS design with an integrated  flywheel that stores and releases kinetic energy to bridge any power outages. The three units are connected directly after the three main HV/LV (high voltage/low voltage) transformers that supply power to the storage ring including RF (radiofrequency) systems, magnet power supplies, cooling water, vacuum and controls.

Although most power supply disturbances are only a reduction in one or more phases for a few cycles, the user beam can now be sustained for up to 15 seconds without any supply.

ups20120206nm_6051small.jpg

ups20120206nm_6057small.jpg

ups20120206nm_6085small.jpg

Above three photos (6 February 2012): the new UPS systems.

building24jun11nm122web.jpg

Above (24 June 2011).

building01jun11mm011web.jpg

Above (1 June 2011).

building18may11mm016cropweb.jpg

Above (18 May 2011): inside the switchroom extension building.

building4may11mm012cropweb.jpg

Above (4 May 2011).

Buildingworks_06_04_2011mm025cropweb.jpg

Above (6 April 2011).

building_photos29mar11nm076web.jpg

Above (29 March 2011): the switchroom extension building is almost complete.

img_8285mm_web.jpg

Above (7 March 2011): the switchroom extension takes shape.

img_8030jdb_web.jpg

Above (10 February 2011): pouring concrete foundations for the switchroom extension.

rooftop18jan11nm044web.jpg

Above (18 January 2011): work commences on the switchroom extension.

Main construction update page