RDS-PP – Transition from the KKS to an International Standard

An overview of the development, structure, standards, and implementation of the Reference Designation System for Power Plants (RDS-PP) as a successor to KKS.

This 26-page technical article explains the transition from the KKS power plant identification system to the Reference Designation System for Power Plants (RDS-PP). It covers the system’s history and defining features, designation blocks and code structures, applicable DIN, IEC, ISO, and VGB standards, and guidance for converting KKS designations. The article also discusses implementation considerations for existing plants, retrofit projects, and new facilities, along with documentation and support resources.

Application Scope: Reference designation, plant documentation, engineering, operation, maintenance, and modernization of power plants.