Power Substation
Risk and Consequences Of Transformer Fire
The risk of a catastrophic fire with a properly inspected, tested, and maintained transformer is small. Proper maintenance and thorough testing of the transformer will prevent or detect many events that could lead to explosion and/or fire. However, unforeseen events… Read more
Feb 07, 2011 | By Edvard Csanyi
Power Substation
Substation Ventilation Requirements – Ergon
Substations require special attention to ventilation in order to dissipate heat losses from electrical equipment. Wherever possible, natural air flow to the outside of the building will be used. Forced ventilation should be used where natural ventilation is not practicable…. Read more
Jan 19, 2011 | By Edvard Csanyi
Power Substation
Security for Substation Communications
Until recently the term “security,” when applied to SCADA communication systems, meant only the process of ensuring message integrity in the face of electrical noise and other disturbances to the communications. But, in fact, “security” also has a much broader… Read more
Jan 13, 2011 | By Edvard Csanyi
Power Substation
Reasons for Substation Grounding System
There are many parameters that have an effect on the voltages in and around the substation area. Since voltages are site-dependent, it is impossible to design one grounding system that is acceptable for all locations. The grid current, fault duration,… Read more
Jan 09, 2011 | By Edvard Csanyi
Power Substation
Relationship Between Earthquakes And Substations
To secure and protect substation equipment from damage due to a seismic event, the relationship between earthquakes and substation components must first be understood. Earthquakes occur when there is a sudden rupture along a preexisting geologic fault. Shock waves that… Read more
Jan 09, 2011 | By Edvard Csanyi
Power Substation
Types and Origins of Substation Fires
The risk of fire in substations has been historically low, but the possible impacts of a fire can be catastrophic. Fires in substations can severely impact the supply of power to customers and the utility company’s revenue and assets. These… Read more
Dec 26, 2010 | By Edvard Csanyi
Power Substation
Establishing New Power Substation
The construction of new substations and the expansion of existing facilities are common place projects in electric utilities. However, due to the complexity, very few utility employees are familiar with the complete process that allows these projects to be successfully… Read more
Dec 20, 2010 | By Edvard Csanyi
High Voltage
ABB – 145kV Compact indoor substation with Disconnecting CB
Turnkey 145 kV S/S project for Borlänge Energi, Sweden, emphasizing the advantages of ABB Disconnecting Circuit Breakers. Small footprint enables indoor air insulated Switchgear solutions, increasing the power substation availability and reliability for the customer. As a complement to the… Read more
Nov 15, 2010 | By Edvard Csanyi
