AES Controls Ecosystem – Intelligent Control for a Resilient Energy Future
Not every project needs full microgrid capability, but every project deserves smart control. That’s why Discover has designed a scalable controls ecosystem that grows with your needs. Whether you're managing basic demand charges or operating a fully resilient off-grid system, our architecture layers control, precision, and protection exactly where your project requires it.
Three-layers of controls delivers tailored functionality depending on site and project complexity.
For Economic Optimization and Peak Shaving
Perfect for sites focused on cost savings and DER utilization. The EMS provides intelligent dispatch of the BESS and PV, integrating with smart meters, inverters, and utility rates.
Used For:
• Peak shaving
• PV self-consumption
• Demand response programs
• Energy arbitrage
No resiliency required? No problem — the EMS runs the show.
Add This Layer for Resiliency and Real-Time Site Control
When continuity matters, the MGC delivers. It enables autonomous islanding, real-time coordination of generators, inverters, and loads, and ensures seamless transitions during outages.
Used For:
• Grid loss detection and automatic transfer
• Generator synchronization
• BESS grid-forming operation
• Load shedding during faults
• Required for sites that must stay online when the grid goes offline.
Required for sites that must stay online when the grid goes offline.
Advanced Power Distribution and Interconnect Logic
For complex, multi-source projects, our engineered switchgear ensures safe power routing, UL-listed protection, and future-ready expansion. Built for real-time transitions, continuous operation, and zero-compromise reliability.
Used For:
• Modular utility/genset/PV/battery/load interconnects
• Smart load shedding and interlocks
• Grid interconnect for microgrid integration (MID)
When your project demands custom distribution, we can deliver.
Our layered architecture doesn’t just run your energy system—it adapts with it. From utility-facing DR programs to autonomous island operation, our platform is ready for whatever the future demands.
Let us help you engineer the foundation of your energy independence.
Our team of experts is here to help you design the perfect solution.
Start with EMS-only for basic ROI
Add MGC for resilience and backup
Scale with Switchgear as your system grows
Springville Foods, a Pennsylvania grocery store, saves money on their energy resilience by replacing costly diesel generators with Discover's AES 210HV energy storage system. The 418 kWh battery installation paired with 75kW solar delivers dramatic fuel savings and reduced maintenance costs while ensuring uninterrupted power to critical refrigeration, HVAC, and point-of-sale systems that are essential for food safety and operations.
Simple installation - integrates with major hybrid C&I inverters. Scalable from 200 kWh per inverter.
BESS solution - customization for use with HV PCS of choice. Scalable from 200 kWh and up.
For large-scale energy storage projects. Scalable from 2.5 MWh and up.
