Don't be left in the dark. Prevent failures and improve grid reliability.
Smart Cable Guard is an online monitoring platform that continuously tracks the health of distribution cables in real-time. Sensors are placed at both ends of the cable and monitored remotely by a machine-learning algorithm. 24/7 surveillance of partial discharge activity by our experienced analysts ensures weak spots are detected and located within 1% of the circuit length.
With 3,000 systems installed on 4,700 miles of cable, Smart Cable Guard has a proven track record:
Reducing the frequency of power outages (SAIFI)
Utilities using Smart Cable Guard reduced the number of distribution cable failures substantially. Our weak spot detection informs network operators in advance, so power can be rerouted during maintenance work.
Reducing average outage time (SAIDI)
Some outages are not caused by weak spots, but by external influences, such as excavation work. When this happens, Smart Cable Guard alerts you within minutes and pinpoints the location of the failure, reducing repair time by 30-40%.
More safety and efficiency during maintenance
When you know the condition of a distribution cable in real-time, your team no longer has to spend hours investigating the status of (aging) assets. The power can even be left on during online monitoring. In addition, knowing the location means that weak spots can be found more easily and the time on site is significantly reduced.
Outstanding grid investment
With global electricity doubling from 19% to 36% by 2050, grids need to operate closer to their limits while maintaining reliability. Grid operators need to embrace digital transformation to make real-time decisions that ensure cost-effective and reliable operations. Utilities using Smart Cable Guard have seen a positive annual return on investment.
Large industries and wind farm operators have even experienced 100% ROI after avoiding a single outage.
Our promise to you:
• Compatible with all major cable types and distribution voltages, up to 69KV
• A high level of support at all stages: Implementation, monitoring and advice from experienced analysts when a weak spot is discovered.
• API integration with other asset management systems (SCADA, WMS, distribution automation)
• 24/7 partial discharge analysis based on our machine-learning algorithm, assessed by our experienced analysts.
• Actionable real-time alerts. Receive alerts on when and where maintenance is required and which cables can wait.
Visit us at booth #3145 or on:
www.dnv.com/smartcableguard
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Contact us at: scg-info@dnv.com