The Process
ACEems™ CONNECT Framework
The ACEems™ CONNECT Process is ACE’s proven seven-step methodology for achieving seamless grid connections.
Built on decades of control system and energy management experience, it embeds compliance, precision, and verification into every stage - from consultation to connection.
This engineered pathway delivers what every client demands: certainty, performance, and confidence.
C - Consult Early
Objective: Engage early with EPCs, developers, and regulators.
Approach: Identify compliance requirements, site constraints, and communication expectations before design begins.
Outcome: Risks eliminated early - saving time, rework, and cost downstream.
O - Optimise Design
Objective: Engineer a detailed communication and control architecture.
Approach: Design to meet AEMO and TNSP compliance standards from day one.
Outcome: A fit-for-purpose design ready for seamless integration and approval.
N - Network Develop
Objective: Develop and configure all control logic, communication protocols, and SCADA data structures.
Approach: Program PLCs, RTUs, and communication interfaces in alignment with the engineered design.
Outcome: A functional foundation prepared for full integration and validation.
N - Network Integrate
Objective: Integrate all control, communication, and monitoring systems into a unified, secure network.
Approach: Build, configure, and validate PLC, RTU, SCADA, and telemetry components to operate as one coherent system.
Outcome: A fully interoperable platform engineered for performance, reliability, and compliance.
E - Evaluate and Verify
Objective: Validate system performance and verify compliance prior to commissioning.
Approach: Conduct full bench and site testing, data simulation, and standards verification with documented evidence.
Outcome: Proven functionality and regulatory assurance — ready for live connection.
C - Commission
Objective: Deploy the complete system and verify operation in real-world conditions.
Approach: Perform on-site commissioning, confirm communications with utilities and network operators, and finalise acceptance testing.
Outcome: First-time-right connection and certified operational readiness.
T - Transfer and Train
Objective: Deliver a complete, documented, and user-ready system.
Approach: Provide comprehensive handover documentation, training, and ongoing visibility.
Outcome: Clients gain confidence, autonomy, and assurance that their system is grid-ready and fully compliant.
The ACEems™ CONNECT Framework is a structured, seven-step methodology that embeds compliance into every stage of engineering.
From early consultation through design, development, integration, and verification, it ensures first-time-right grid connection -reducing risk, eliminating rework, and delivering total confidence at commissioning.
ACEems™ - the engineered pathway from concept to connection.
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