What is Reactive Power?
In power systems, electric power is typically divided into three types:
Active Power (P): The real power used to perform work (e.g., running motors, lighting).
Reactive Power (Q): Power that does not perform work but is essential for generating and sustaining electric and magnetic fields.
Apparent Power (S): The vector sum of active and reactive power.
S² = P² + Q²
Think of reactive power as the energy used to "set up the stage"—it doesn’t perform the task directly but is vital for the show to run.
Types of Reactive Power
Inductive Reactive Power: Generated by inductive loads like motors and transformers. It causes current to lag voltage.
Capacitive Reactive Power: Generated by capacitive equipment such as capacitors or long transmission lines. It causes current to lead voltage.
Modern power systems typically contain more inductive loads, which may result in excessive reactive demand, lowering voltage and power factor.
Why Is Reactive Power Compensation Important?
To maintain system stability and energy efficiency, reactive power must be managed with compensation devices such as Static Var Generators (SVGs), which help to:
Improve power factor
Reduce line losses and transformer stress
Prevent voltage dips and collapse
Comply with grid interconnection standards
FGI’s Role in Reactive Power Management
FGI develops advanced power electronics including SVG systems that offer real-time, precise control of inductive and capacitive reactive power across LV and HV networks. These solutions are widely adopted in:
Key Features: Millisecond response, intelligent control, wide temperature range, modular design
Industries: Renewable energy, heavy industry, EV infrastructure, smart grid utilities
Reactive power is invisible—but its impact is everywhere.
With FGI, let's empower the grid with cleaner, more stable, and more efficient power solutions.
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What Is Power Quality?
Power Quality refers to how “clean” and “stable” the electricity supply is. It determines whether the voltage and current are within ideal ranges, stable in frequency, free of distortion, and properly balanced across all three phases.
A system may have electricity flowing, but if the quality is poor—fluctuating voltages, harmonics, low power factor—it can silently damage equipment, reduce productivity, and cause hidden costs.
What Are the Core Elements of Power Quality?
Factor
What It Means
Common Effects
Voltage deviation
Overvoltage or undervoltage
Motor overheating or torque loss
Flicker
Rapid voltage variation
Light flickering, eye fatigue
Frequency variation
Non-50Hz/60Hz supply
Misfunction in precision devices
Harmonics
Signal distortion from nonlinear loads
Equipment overheating, control failures
Unbalance
Unequal voltage or current in phases
Reduced motor lifespan
Low power factor
Excessive reactive power
Utility penalties, extra losses
Why Is Poor Power Quality Often Overlooked?
No immediate outage, but causes gradual damage
Looks “normal” but fails internally
Hard to trace the exact cause
Extra electricity costs are misjudged as unavoidable
Just like high blood pressure—it’s a silent killer for electrical systems.
Who Is Most Affected?
Industries highly sensitive to power quality include:
Factories with many motors/inverters/welders
Semiconductor, precision manufacturing, medical facilities
Sites with BESS, solar PV, or wind generation
Industrial zones with old infrastructure
Commercial centers and data centers
Case Insight: Inductive vs Capacitive Loads
Inductive loads (e.g., motors) → Absorb reactive power → Lagging current → Lower PF and grid stress
Capacitive loads (e.g., cables, capacitors) → Supply reactive power → Leading current → Risk of voltage rise
Balancing inductive and capacitive reactive power is key to stable grid operation.
FGI’s Power Quality Solutions
FGI provides a comprehensive portfolio:
Static Var Generator (SVG)Real-time reactive power compensation
Active Power Filter (APF)Eliminate harmonics dynamically
All-in-One PQ CabinetsSuitable for both grid-tied and off-grid modes
Smart PQ Monitoring SystemCloud-based data analysis with early warnings
Why Should Enterprises Care?
Cost Area
Without PQ Control
With PQ Optimization
Energy Bills
Higher (penalties)
Reduced
Equipment Downtime
Frequent
Rare
Maintenance Cost
High
Lower
System Safety
At risk
Controlled
Power Efficiency
~75%
>90%
Final Words
Power Quality is no longer a technical side-topic—it's a critical factor in industrial competitiveness. In the age of decarbonization, smart manufacturing, and digital energy, managing power quality is part of managing your business.
FGI is committed to helping industries worldwide achieve high-performance, clean, and reliable power systems.
Reach out to us for a free evaluation and tailored solution:
E-mail: overseas@fengguang.com
Add: Jincheng Road, Economic Development Zone, Wenshang County, Shandong Province, China.
Amid the global energy transition, China’s power electronics technology is accelerating its international reach. As a leading innovator in dynamic reactive power compensation, FGI has successfully implemented its independently developed SVG series in power system enhancement projects across 20+ countries, including Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. By leveraging "China Smart Manufacturing," FGI addresses critical global challenges such as grid instability and the efficient integration of renewable energy sources.
Case Study 1: Photovoltaic Power Plant Project in Southeast Asia
Challenge:
In a tropical climate, frequent fluctuations in photovoltaic (PV) output led to severe grid voltage instability. The local utility company required the power factor of the plant to remain at ≥0.98 throughout the year.
Solution:
Deployed multiple centralized SVG units with customized structural and component designs to withstand high temperature and humidity.
Implemented multi-unit parallel control technology to ensure seamless coordination among devices.
Results:
Reduced grid voltage fluctuation from ±15% to within ±2%.
Improved and stabilized the PV plant’s power factor above 0.99.
Case Study 2: Wind Power Project in Central Asia
Challenge:
The wind power generation was unstable, leading to significant voltage fluctuations. The variations in wind speed and the start-stop operation of turbines caused reactive power imbalances.
Solution:
Installed a 35kV 40Mvar direct-connected SVG, equipped with filtering functionality to address the site's harmonic distortion issues.
Results:
Improved the power factor of the wind farm, meeting grid operation requirements.
Filtered out harmonic currents generated during the wind farm’s operation, preventing interference with nearby sensitive electrical equipment.
Case Study 3: Power Quality Improvement Project at a Metallurgical Plant in the Middle East
Challenge:
The large variable frequency drives (VFDs) and electric arc furnaces generated harmonic content exceeding 30%, with a power factor of only 0.76, affecting the safety of other equipment.
Solution:
Customized an "SVG + FC" hybrid compensation system.
Deployed a wide-frequency harmonic detection algorithm (covering 2nd to 50th harmonics).
Results:
Increased power factor to 0.98.
Reduced harmonic distortion to
In today’s power systems, Voltage Instability, Power Factor Issues, and Reactive Power Imbalances are common challenges, especially with the rising penetration of renewable energy and heavy industrial loads. To address these issues, SVG (Static Var Generator) has emerged as a powerful solution, offering dynamic reactive power compensation and stabilizing grid performance.
What is SVG?
SVG (Static Var Generator) is a current source-based device designed for dynamic reactive power compensation. Unlike traditional VSC (Voltage Source Converter), SVG operates by injecting or absorbing current in real time to stabilize voltage and improve power factor.
Simple Analogy
· Imagine the power grid as a river where the water level represents voltage.
· SVG acts like a smart pump, dynamically injecting or absorbing water (current) to keep the water level stable.
· By adjusting the current, SVG compensates for reactive power and regulates the power factor, ensuring optimal grid performance.
Key Benefits and Functions of SVG
1. Real-Time Voltage Stabilization In grids with renewable energy generation or large industrial loads, voltage fluctuations are frequent. SVG responds within milliseconds by dynamically injecting current, stabilizing voltage, and preventing sags or surges.
2. Reactive Power Compensation and Power Factor Correction In industries like steel, cement, and mining, large inductive loads reduce the power factor, leading to higher energy costs.
SVG injects current in phase with the voltage to compensate for reactive power, keeping the power factor close to unity.
This reduces energy losses and improves grid efficiency.
3. Current Injection for Grid Stability Since SVG is a current source-based device, it can:
Dynamically adjust the current amplitude and phase to achieve precise voltage regulation.
Provide leading or lagging reactive current to balance grid voltage and reduce flicker.
4. Fast and Precise Response Compared to traditional devices like SVC (Static Var Compensator), SVG offers:
Faster compensation speeds (within milliseconds).
More accurate current control, ensuring precise voltage regulation.
Compact design with modular scalability, making it ideal for diverse applications.
Application Scenarios and Use Cases
1. Renewable Energy Integration In solar and wind farms, intermittent generation causes voltage fluctuations. SVG:
Injects or absorbs current in real time to stabilize voltage.
Improves power factor compliance with grid codes.
Enhances grid reliability, reducing voltage flicker.
2. Industrial Power Quality Management Heavy industrial loads often lead to voltage drops and low power factors. SVG provides:
Dynamic current compensation, stabilizing voltage and improving power factor.
Reduced energy costs by minimizing reactive power penalties.
Enhanced equipment protection by preventing voltage dips.
3. Grid and Transmission Line Stability In long-distance power transmission, SVG improves:
Voltage stability during load variations.
Power factor regulation, reducing line losses.
Grid reliability by preventing voltage collapse.
Future Trends and Development
As power grids become more complex, SVG technology is evolving towards higher efficiency and smarter control systems:
Grid-forming SVG: Future SVGs will offer grid-forming capabilities, enhancing microgrid stability and supporting weak grids.
AI-powered optimization: Integration of AI algorithms for predictive control and automated compensation.
Higher capacity and modular design: Scalable SVG systems for large-scale power plants and high-voltage applications.
Conclusion
SVG plays a crucial role in power quality management, offering fast, accurate, and dynamic reactive power compensation. Its current-source design makes it highly effective in stabilizing voltage, regulating power factor, and improving grid performance.
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Towards Innovation, Powered by FGI
Event Overview
Event Name: The 137th China Canton Fair
Date: April 15-19, 2025
Venue: China Import and Export Fair Complex (Pazhou Complex)
Booth: 14.3 J21
The 137th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) is being grandly held at the Pazhou Complex in Guangzhou, gathering professional buyers and industry elites from around the world. As a leading enterprise in the power electronics sector, FGI made a remarkable appearance with its latest technological achievements, showcasing its innovative capabilities in new energy equipment and energy-saving power electronic control technologies to global clients.
Connecting Worldwide, Creating Opportunities
During the exhibition, FGI's booth attracted professional buyers and industry experts from Europe, North America, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and other regions. In-depth technical exchanges and business discussions were held on topics such as R&D and manufacturing of new energy equipment, technological trends in power electronics, and innovative application scenarios. FGI's self-developed products, including variable frequency drives(VFD), static var generators (SVG), and smart energy storage solutions, have drawn strong interest from international buyers with their exceptional performance and innovative designs, resulting in multiple on-site cooperation agreements.
Mastering Market Trends, Driving Tech Innovation
The Canton Fair serves as a global stage, where FGI proactively keeps pace with industry trends and utilizes the platform to validate the market adaptability of its R&D direction. Through comparative analysis of cost advantages between European, American, and Asian enterprises during the exhibition, FGI has further defined its differentiated development path. Aligning with the global energy transition trend, FGI's products have now been exported to over 40 countries and regions across Europe, Asia, and Africa, serving more than 150 key global clients. This international recognition not only demonstrates the effectiveness of FGI's technological approach but also confirms the soundness of its strategic roadmap.
Looking Ahead, Deepening Global Collaboration
Amidst the severe challenges facing global trade, our participation in this exhibition has not only brought us orders and clients but also broadened our global perspective and strengthened our confidence in development. Leveraging the Canton Fair as a bridge, FGI will deepen its global market presence, adhering to our philosophy of "Rooted in China, Serving the World." We remain committed to becoming a benchmark enterprise in the power electronics industry, contributing to global energy transition and pioneering new directions for the sector.
Production Base: North of the middle section of Jincheng Road, Economic Development Zone, Wenshang County
R&D Center: No. 21, Gongye North Road, Baoshan Sub-district, Licheng District, Jinan City
Email: overseas@fengguang.com
Website: www.fengguang.com.
FGI is proud to participate in the 2025 China International Petroleum & Petrochemical Exhibition in Shanghai/Beijing. This premier event will highlight innovations driving energy transformation, showcasing the latest advancements in petroleum, petrochemicals, and sustainable energy solutions.
Key Highlights:
FGI's cutting-edge technologies and solutions
Expert seminars on industry trends and sustainability
Global networking and collaboration opportunities
Event Dates: 2025 (exact dates)
Location: Shanghai/Beijing
Join us and explore the future of the energy sector.
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