IEC 61968 - EMS data exchange.

The energy world is rapidly digitizing. Reliable data exchange between systems is thereby essential to ensure an efficient and stable power grid. The international standard IEC 61968 provides the basis for standardized communication between energy management systems (EMS) and other components within the smart grid.

Bob Hermans

Bob Hermans

27/11/2025
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At Frax, our Energy storage systems (BESS) and EMS solutions seamlessly align with this standard, so you can easily integrate with existing infrastructures and be prepared for tomorrow's energy challenges.

What is IEC 61968?

IEC 61968 is an international standard that describes communication and data exchange between applications within electricity distribution companies. The standard was developed by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) and is part of the broader IEC 61970/61968 CIM (Common Information Model) standard.

This standard allows different systems, such as Energy Management Systems (EMS), Distribution Management Systems (DMS) and SCADA, to exchange data in a uniform manner.

For you as an installer, developer or system integrator, this means that IEC 61968-compliant devices and software can communicate easily without complex custom integrations. This simplifies the interconnection of BESS installations with energy networks, grid operators and monitoring platforms. The standard promotes interoperability, reliability and transparency in the energy chain, which is essential for smart energy management.

The benefits of IEC 61968-compliant EMS solutions at Frax

Frax develops and supplies Battery Energy Storage Systems that are fully prepared for future-proof integration. Our proprietary Frax Energy Management System (EMS) is designed according to the principles of IEC 61968, allowing you to benefit from smooth communication with other energy platforms and automation systems. This standardized data exchange makes your installation easier to manage and more scalable for future expansion.

Moreover, the Frax EMS not only supports the technical side of interoperability, but also offers user-friendly interfaces, secure data transfer and a high degree of adaptability to specific project needs.

  • Seamless integration with grid management systems and other EMS/DMS platforms
  • Reliable and secure data exchange via standardized protocols
  • Faster installation and less chance of configuration errors
  • Future-proof thanks to international interoperability standards
  • Full compatibility with smart grids and renewable energy sources
  • User-friendly interface and optimal support from Frax

Application of IEC 61968 in practice

In practice, IEC 61968 ensures that your Frax BESS can interact effortlessly with energy management systems, metering infrastructures and smart grid solutions. Think about exchanging real-time information about load status, energy flows or grid balance, so that the EMS can respond immediately to changing conditions. This allows you to better respond to fluctuations in supply and demand, while increasing the efficiency of your installations.

For industrial applications, it enables advanced energy regulation and peakshaving. In residential environments, the standard ensures optimal interfacing with solar panels, charging stations and other smart devices. This unified communication allows you to confidently integrate systems from different vendors without compromising on performance or safety.

Find out what Frax can do for your IEC 61968 EMS data exchange

At Frax, we believe that future-proof energy storage starts with smart data exchange. By developing our EMS solutions to the IEC 61968 standard, we offer you a powerful combination of reliability, flexibility and simplicity. Whether you're working on a large industrial project or a residential installation, Frax will help you implement systems faster and manage them better.

Want to know how your projects can benefit from IEC 61968-compliant EMS solutions? Contact Frax today. Together we will realize an efficient, safe and sustainable power system that is ready for the future.

This post was last updated on: 

9/11/2025

Bob Hermans

Founder & CEO

After being active in the energy market for more than a decade, I decided to found Frax in 2023. With Frax, I want to support installers with smart, plug-and-play battery storage systems that really make a difference. My passion lies in renewable energy and innovation, and I believe that simple, reliable solutions are the key to a future with more efficient energy use.

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