BDF Digital

EXOR ETI has become an authorized distributor of BDF Digital solutions for the market of Serbia and the region. BDF Digital is an Italian company with more than 50 years of experience in developing solutions for electricity conversion, microgrids, energy storage and renewable energy sources such as wind and water.

ABOUT BDF DIGITAL

BDF Digital is an Italian company with deep roots in tradition and a rich heritage in the field of industrial automation and power electronics. Created by the merger of two historical companies - TDE Macno (Vicenza) and ECS (Florence and Milan) - BDF Digital is today a synonym for innovations in the field of static energy conversion , servo drives , numerical controls (CNC) and complete plant management.

More than 50 years of research and development have positioned BDF Digital as a reliable partner in the design and production of highly efficient energy conversion systems, both for the needs of industrial plants and for the energy sector based on renewable sources .

 

                                

 

Energy Division

From the rich engineering experience in the design of power electronics, BDF Digital has developed innovative solutions for the world of renewable energy sources, creating the Energy Division.

The first AFE (Active Front End) converter for energy regeneration in industrial machines was developed in 1995. Renewable energy sources currently make up a large part of electricity consumption, but it is necessary to move to a distributed energy model, based on energy efficiency, savings, self-production and energy exchange - these are the challenges of the future, which will become increasingly digital, green and sustainable.

Today, the Energy Division offers complete solutions for:

• Wind generators and hydropower plants
• Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
• Microgrids and off-grid systems

The Energy Division combines innovation and practical solutions for the decentralized energy models of the future.

Solutions for energy from rotary machines

BDF Digital offers advanced solutions for connecting variable speed power generation systems (wind, water) to the power grid, using permanent magnet synchronous generators (PMSM), asynchronous or reluctance machines

The system includes:

• Inverter for motor/generator control
• DC Link connected to AFE (Active Front End)
• LCL filter for low harmonic distortion (THD ≤ 3%)

Advantages:

• High efficiency with the latest IGBT technology
• Ability to work as an engine or generator
• Extended service life with the use of film capacitors

These solutions enable maximum efficiency with flexibility in operation and a long service life.

Wind turbines

Wind energy is a clean, renewable and inexhaustible source of energy. BDF Digital develops systems that convert the kinetic energy of the wind into electricity with maximum reliability and efficiency.

BDF Digital systems provide:

• Double inverter (back-to-back configuration)
• P&Q power factor regulation
• Grid-connected and microgrid modes of operation

Ideal solutions for integrating wind generators into a modern power grid.

Hydropower plants

Hydropower is one of the most sustainable and efficient sources of electricity. BDF Digital solutions enable efficient energy conversion in all operating modes:

• Grid-parallel operation
• Autonomous operation (black start)
• Transition from microgrid to stand-alone mode

Customized solutions for small and medium hydropower plants, with a high degree of control and reliability.

Energy Storage System (ESS)

BDF Digital offers modular, containerized energy storage systems (from 500 kW to 10 MW), ideal for applications in:

• Industry
• Airports
• Suburban and remote locations

Key features:

• Support for multiple battery types (lithium, sodium, etc.)
• Functionality: peak shaving, time shifting, black start
• Integrated EMS

ESS solutions increase energy independence and reduce energy management costs.

Microgrid systems

Microgrids allow electrical systems to operate independently of or in coordination with the public grid, which is critical in scenarios with unstable supply or in remote areas.

BDF Digital develops solutions that enable:

• Operation in grid-following or grid-forming mode
• Black start - independent system start without external power supply
• Ramp rate control - control of the speed of power change
• Power factor correction and voltage management
• Integration with energy storage (ESS), diesel generators, batteries and renewable sources

BDF Digital's microgrid systems enable a high level of flexibility and efficiency in energy flow management, as well as the transition from parallel to autonomous mode of operation in real time.

Power Conversion System (PCS)

PCS systems from the BDF Digital portfolio support:

• Parallel operation with the grid or off-grid
• Frequency regulation
• Active and reactive power management
• Power supply in case of power failure

PCS systems improve power quality and enable greater utilization of energy from all sources.

All-in-One Storage rešenje

Compact and modular systems that combine:

• Inverter
• Batteries (lithium, sodium, etc.)
• BMS (Battery Management System)
• Energy management system

An adaptable solution for flexible energy storage and management, ideal for locations without a stable grid.

 

AFEPlus Energy – Active converters

 AFEPlus Energy is an active converter that enables two-way energy exchange (AC ↔ DC) and is used for:

• Returning excess energy to the grid
• Reduction of harmonic distortions (THD ≤ 3%)

Advantages:

• Maximum efficiency
• Operation with only active power (cosφ close to 1)
• Possibility of compensation of inductive and capacitive loads

A solution for achieving a stable, clean and efficient exchange of energy with the grid.

 

                     

Active harmonic filters: OPDEPlus AHF

OPDEPlus AHF eliminates harmonic interference and improves power quality. It represents a "plug-and-play" solution that:

• Detects harmonics
• Generates opposite waveforms
• Provides power factor correction and phase balancing

Simple and effective harmonic protection for existing and new installations, with simple integration via Profinet, EtherCAT, CANbus, etc.

 

DC/DC converters: OPDEPlus

OPDEPlus DC/DC converters are ideal for connecting energy storage to the DC grid.

Key benefits:

• Bidirectional operation (buck/boost mode)
• Small volume thanks to high frequency
• Flexible integration into industrial sectors

Areas of application:

• Water supply and sewage
• Oil and gas industry
• Healthcare and hospitals
• HVACR systems
• Maritime sector

The ideal solution for battery integration in dynamic and demanding systems.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

 

Who is BDF Digital?

BDF Digital is an Italian manufacturer specializing in power conversion, energy storage and renewable solutions.

Who represents BDF Digital in Balkan region?

EXOR ETI is the authorized distributor of BDF Digital solutions for Slovenia, Croatia and Serbia.

 

For which areas are BDF Digital solutions intended?

For wind farms, hydroelectric plants, microgrids, industrial plants and energy storage systems (BESS).

 

Do you offer consulting for projects?

Yes. Our team provides technical support and advice in choosing the optimal solution.

Interested in partnership or implementation?

Contact us to find the right solution for your energy efficiency and sustainability.