Performance

Over all the ADMS applications, Feeder Load Management probably puts the most burden on the system. Large models with both cyclical solutions and full forecasting can keep the PowerFlow sub-system (PFService) very busy, so consideration needs to be given to the scope and desirability of FLM solutions. In particular the implementer should address the following questions:

1. Are forecasts required for each feeder or island? For areas where excess load is unlikely it might be appropriate to configure those feeders for simply "Real-Time" solutions or disable from FLM altogether.

2. Are full Power Flow solutions required for each feeder or island? For areas where voltage violations are not sufficiently likely and/or optimizations won't be performed it might be appropriate to configure those areas for kVA solutions, which are significantly faster than full Power Flow.

3. Is the FLM cycle time set appropriately - is the 15 minute default too fast or slow?

4. For areas where optimizations are being performed, what frequency of optimization calculations are required? Can the feeders be configured for hourly optimizations or do they require more frequent analysis?