Ensto’s intelligent network automation solution Auguste load break switch disconnector makes the electricity distribution grid more reliable and safer by significantly shortening the duration of power outages. The solution reduces the expense of maintaining overhead lines and the costs of breaks in transmission.

Uninterrupted power distribution is a key concern for every customer. In the event of damage to the supply network, a large part of the network may be hit by interruptions, and the source of the problem can take a long time to find. The main reasons for prolonged power cuts are trees that have fallen on power lines, storms, and snow loads on the lines. Shorter outages of a few seconds are usually due to thunderstorms or birds on the lines.

The solutions are ideally suited to the difficult environmental and weather conditions and are suitable for all types of medium-voltage overhead line networks.

Ensto has many years of experience around the world in network automation products and solutions that reliably reduce the cost of disruption due to interruptions in supply, and improve the SAIDI and SAIFI indices. Network automation:

• Shortens the duration of power cuts and reduces the impact area of breaks
• Detects faults 
• Automatically separates the affected part of power line, making it easier to locatet the fault
• Reduces expenses
• Reduces the cost of disruption due to interruptions in supply, and improves security of supply
  
  

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Auguste switch disconnector with automatic fault isolation can replace conventional hand-held and remote switch disconnectors for overhead lines. The modular design allows the device to be customised to the requirements and intended uses of different networks. The load break switch disconnector is completely maintenance-free and filled with low-pressure SF6 gas, with a minimum life of 30 years without gas replenishment. The device also has a built-in auxiliary transformer.

• The load break switch disconnector does not need to be serviced, and the batteries need not be replaced during its lifespan.
• Conventional remotely operated overhead line load break switch disconnectors need technical inspection at least once every two years, which often entails interruptions to electricity distribution and labour costs for equipment inspection and maintenance.

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