Pioneering Excellence in Electrical Protection Solutions

Since its founding in 1994, Soudi Consultants Inc. has been a beacon of expertise and reliability in the field of Power System Protection and Control. Built on decades of dedication and a profound understanding of the industry, we have grown into a trusted partner for utilities, engineers, and organizations seeking innovative and dependable solutions for their power systems.

At the heart of our company is a passion for solving complex challenges. Our journey began with groundbreaking research into advanced protection technologies, including adaptive relaying, fault locating, and high-impedance fault detection. This deep-rooted foundation has allowed us to stay ahead of the curve, ensuring that our clients benefit from both time-tested principles and cutting-edge advancements.

We take pride in our ability to diagnose, analyze, and enhance even the most intricate protection schemes. By combining our technical expertise with a forward-thinking approach, we design solutions that are not only effective but also resilient to the evolving demands of the power systems industry. From ensuring the safety of generation and transmission networks to crafting robust interconnection strategies, every project is approached with meticulous care and a commitment to excellence.

Education and collaboration are integral to who we are. Over the years, we have shared our knowledge through custom training programs, equipping engineers and technicians with the tools they need to excel in their roles. These efforts reflect our belief that strong systems are built by empowered people.

Our services extend beyond technical calculations and compliance—although those remain a cornerstone of our work. They represent a commitment to making the world safer, more efficient, and better connected. By guiding our clients through the complexities of modern power systems, we ensure that their operations are reliable, sustainable, and aligned with the highest standards.

At Soudi Consultants Inc., our legacy is defined not just by the solutions we deliver but by the trust we earn along the way. We are more than a consulting firm; we are a family of experts passionate about protecting the vital systems that power our world.

Publications and Contributions

At Soudi Consultants Inc., our expertise is underpinned by a rich history of scholarly and technical contributions to the field of Power System Protection and Control. Our team, led by accomplished industry professionals, has actively shaped the industry through impactful publications, groundbreaking research, and contributions to global standards.

Conference Papers and Technical Publications

  • Reclosing Practices: Presented at the 19th Annual Western Protective Relay Conference (1992), Spokane, Washington.

  • PG&E's Experiences with Protection of Utility/Cogeneration Interconnection: Presented at the 20th Annual Western Protective Relay Conference (1993).

  • How Distribution Automation and Protection Systems Can Complement Each Other: Presented at the 21st Western Protective Relay Conference (1994).

  • Optimized Distribution Protection: Multiple groundbreaking works published in IEEE Transactions and international journals between 1995 and 2004, exploring hybrid compensation methods, binary programming, computational analyses, and optimal allocation of maintenance resources.

Notable IEEE Contributions

  • Co-authorship of key IEEE standards, including IEEE Guide for Protective Relay Applications to Transmission Lines (IEEE Std C37.113-1999).

  • Contributions to IEEE Special Reports and Transactions, such as studies on the Effect of Distribution Automation on Protective Relaying (2013) and expert systems for power system protection.

Collaborative Research

  • Co-authored significant technical reports, such as the Technical Report NREL/TP-560-38079 (2005), addressing distributed resources in secondary network distribution systems.

  • Authored internal reports for PG&E on intelligent technologies and sensor placement for enhanced distribution protection.

Global Recognition

Our work has been presented at prestigious conferences, including the International Conference on Power System Planning and Operations (1997) and the International Conference on Intelligent System Applications to Power Systems (1999).

These contributions reflect our deep commitment to advancing the field of power system protection and our dedication to sharing knowledge with the global community. By staying at the forefront of research and development, we continue to innovate and provide the most reliable and effective solutions for our clients.

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