Join our Virtual Protection, Automation, and Control (VPAC) Seminar and discover how centralized protection and virtual protection relays (VPR) are reshaping the future of power system protection. Learn how this innovative approach can simplify traditional protection architectures while enhancing flexibility, scalability, and operational efficiency.

Gain firsthand insights from utility companies as they share their drivers for adopting virtualized protection, automation and control (VPAC), lessons learned, and key findings from their research and evaluation efforts. You’ll also hear from leading OEMs who are actively developing and advancing this technology, providing a unique perspective on its evolution and implementation.

The seminar will further explore critical topics such as cybersecurity and strategies for building a compelling business case for VPAC. Whether you are evaluating virtualized protection solutions or planning your digital substation roadmap, this workshop will provide practical knowledge, real-world experiences, and valuable networking opportunities to help you navigate this emerging technology.

Attendance is open to all utility companies and free of charge. 

Speakers

Jose Ruiz

Doble Engineering

Bryan Gwyn

Doble Engineering Company

Marcos Velazquez

Doble Engineering Company

Anthony Sivesind

Edwin Rodriguez

Siemens, USA

Eloi Bail

LF Energy SEAPATH

Matt Bowe

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL)

Nafiu Nawar

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL)

Dave Exelbert

ABB

David MacDonald

GE Vernova

Sagar Singam

Doble Engineering Company

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