Dynamic Load Balancing

Being smarter about energy is becoming increasingly important, especially now that we have all kinds of devices at home that consume a lot of power. With dynamic load balancing, smart systems keep energy consumption well balanced by smoothing out peaks and troughs in supply and demand.

Efficient energy

Dynamic Load Balancing in the energy market is a technique that ensures that the demand for energy and the supply of energy are better matched. This is done through the use of smart systems that determine “live” when and how much energy is consumed. In this way, peaks in demand or supply are better distributed. The goal? To use energy more efficiently. So that neither too much nor too little energy is consumed. With cost savings and optimal energy consumption as a result.

Optimal distribution

By smartly controlling and optimally distributing energy consumption, the EMS ensures that the maximum allowable power consumption is not exceeded. The system uses smart algorithms that track energy consumption “live. The EMS reacts automatically by, for example, switching devices on or off or storing excess energy in batteries. If consumption is too high, the EMS intervenes immediately to prevent problems. As a result, the power does not fail.

Examples Dynamic Load Balancing

The examples below show how dynamic load balancing responds flexibly and intelligently to changes in power requirements. As a result, power consumption always remains optimal and safe.

  • Electric Vehicles (EV Chargers)
    With multiple charging stations, the available power is dynamically distributed to the charging vehicles depending on the total load on the grid.
  • Solar panels and home batteries
    The generated energy is divided between direct consumption, storage in batteries and feed-in to the energy grid, depending on consumption and grid status.
  • Heat pumps and home appliances
    Heat pumps are given priority when energy prices are low, while other appliances are temporarily delayed or turned off.
  • Data Centers
    Servers are dynamically turned on or off depending on network traffic and demand to prevent overloads and power outages.
  • Industrial machines
    In factories, energy is distributed among machines to avoid peaks, for example by staggering the start times of energy-intensive machines.
  • Smart grids
    Local energy networks distribute available energy between households and businesses based on demand, supply and grid capacity.

Read more about Energy Management System (EMS)

The energy market is in full transition, and it’s not happening without fits and starts. Demand for electricity is exploding and renewable sources such as solar and wind continue to depend on the weather. The result: uncertain prices, limitations for consumers and major challenges for our future sustainability. With an Energy Management System, you get the most out of your energy sources without losing comfort.