Transgard Llc

For decades, bird incursions at substations have resulted in equipment damage, outages and expensive cleanups due to corrosive bird droppings. The available deterrents – coverups, noisemakers, fake predators, fog machines – only provide temporary, spotty relief. 

Now, TransGard offers a superior alternative: Laser Bird Defense, a high-tech bird deterrent for the electric power industry.

Laser Bird Defense is a fully automated bird deterrent system that provides continuous performance after a one-time configuration. When operational, birds perceive the system’s approaching laser beam as a physical danger and disperse to seek safety.

Unlike conventional methods, birds will not become accustomed to Laser Bird Defense. They will consider the area unsafe and will not return.

The Laser Bird Defense​ system is programmable with multiple patterns and time slots, making it possible for substation managers to establish a variety of repelling patterns at different times of the day, enabling you to target trouble spots selectively.

Each pattern can be assigned to a specific time slot, enabling a variety of bird-repelling patterns at different times of the day. The system also offers up to 2,400 unique waypoints, enabling you to selectively target trouble spots. For more information, visit TransGard.

Every year, animals cause hundreds of substation power outages that leave thousands without power—and cost millions in repairs. TransGard manufactures and installs the only substation fencing that delivers a humane—but effective—electric shock that deters climbing animals, an approach the IEEE calls the most effective barrier against animal incursion.

TransGard’s specially engineered substation fencing system has been installed at over 3,500 locations. Substation operators choose TransGard’s patented solution because it offers significant advantage:

Easy installation

A crew of three can complete a 300-foot TransGard enclosure in just four hours with basic tools—no special training, no heavy equipment, and no power interruption required during installation.

Freestanding protection

TransGard fencing installs on the ground, requiring no postholes, foundation or concrete. TransGard requires far less material, expense and time than a perimeter fence.

Prevent incursion from a wide range of species

Squirrels, raccoons, opossums, cats, iguanas, frogs, and other climbing animals–none can breach the TransGard fence.

Engineered entryway

The system offers substation access through a non-electrified entry system, designed with a smooth finish and tight clearances to prevent animal intruders.

To learn more, visit TransGard’s website.