Discom to use thermal cameras to detect loose contacts
By : DC Correspondent
Update: 2024-07-03 04:33 GMT
Hyderabad: Telangana Southern Power Distribution Company Limited (TGSPDCL) will begin using thermovision cameras to identify loose contacts/red hots in live electrical equipment and power lines caused due to weather and high load conditions, and to ensure higher reliability in power supply in GHMC.
TGSPDCL has recently procured 35 thermovision cameras, which have been distributed to Assistant Engineers (AEs) in GHMC. These advanced cameras are designed to detect thermal anomalies, commonly known as "red hots," that indicate loose contacts in overhead lines, Lugs, breakers, transformers, clamps.
Before the induction of this equipment, the staff could only inspect the lines at night, as it would not be possible to identify such red-hots in daylight without equipment. By identifying these issues early, TGSPDCL can schedule and perform necessary maintenance before any significant disruptions occur.
TGSPDCL CMD Musharraf Faruqui said that the new equipment will allow for timely intervention and maintenance, effectively reducing the risk of unexpected power outages and enhancing overall reliability of the power distribution network.
TGSPDCL has recently procured 35 thermovision cameras, which have been distributed to Assistant Engineers (AEs) in GHMC. These advanced cameras are designed to detect thermal anomalies, commonly known as "red hots," that indicate loose contacts in overhead lines, Lugs, breakers, transformers, clamps.
Before the induction of this equipment, the staff could only inspect the lines at night, as it would not be possible to identify such red-hots in daylight without equipment. By identifying these issues early, TGSPDCL can schedule and perform necessary maintenance before any significant disruptions occur.
TGSPDCL CMD Musharraf Faruqui said that the new equipment will allow for timely intervention and maintenance, effectively reducing the risk of unexpected power outages and enhancing overall reliability of the power distribution network.