As energy costs rise the world over, technologists and companies alike are working hard to find innovative solutions to meet the energy needs of businesses and communities. One such path-breaking idea is that of PICO developed by Kirloskar Brothers Limited (KBL). PICO is a pump that can be run in reverse and acts as a turbine to generate electricity. VEMC is a leader in solar power systems, solar EPC contracts, pumps, air compressors, and other electromechanical equipment, and in this blog, we tell you about the versatile applications of PICO.
Rural connectivity
One of the most pressing issues for India and the entire developing world is the lack of energy infrastructure deep in the rural infrastructure. Even in this day and age, this keeps thousands of villages in darkness. Well PICO can make a big difference in this regard by making village households somewhat energy self-sufficient. This can especially be used for lighting for studying, evening chores, family gatherings etc. thus improving the standard of life considerably.
Remote farms
By supplying electricity to remote farms for lighting, pumping, irrigation etc. PICO can help a great deal in bolstering the energy availability in India’s agriculture sector. It is especially crucial for off-grid farms and can help them generate and store their own electricity.
High rise buildings
With its compact and easy-to-install design, PICO can be conveniently used in high-rise buildings which typically have lots of confined spaces. It can be a quick and easy source of power without the hassles of too much wiring and labour costs. With the flexibility that PICO offers, it can provide power as per the demands of the building. Being a highly energy-efficient solution, PICO can help significantly reduce the electric bills of any high-rise and also reduce its carbon footprint.
Battery charging and other intermittent load operations
In times of power outage, PICO can act as a great source of energy to charge your inverter, phone or laptop, and also keep your WiFi connectivity going. This can enable you to work from home even in times of outages and load shedding, which can otherwise significantly hamper your business or professional commitments.
Small grid-connected power plants
PICO can seamlessly integrate with small grid-connected power plants thanks to its standardised interface. By maintaining power frequency, quality and voltage levels, it contributes to grid stability. It also helps in managing power efficiently through strategies like peak shaving and load shedding. This has significant cost-related benefits for the grids. With its scalable design, PICO can help small power plants expand their supply as the power demand grows.
PICO is one of the most outstanding innovations by KBLs exceptional engineers and has the potential to transform the small-scale energy domain. To know more about PICO, feel free to get in touch by calling us on 022 43436655 or emailing us at marketing@vemc.co.in. VEMC is a leader in solar power systems, solar EPC contracts, pumps, air compressors, and other electromechanical equipment.