Enabling a Smarter and Greener Grid
Line Ranger network from SmartKable Equinova is the first to measure line voltage, current and related parameters right on the line in real time. This opens up many valuable use cases. For distribution and transmission, it can identify, track and trace losses in substations and feeders, separate commercial from technical losses, enable dynamic line rating and predict the remaining lifetime of powerlines. For renewables such as wind and solar, it can enable phase, load and frequency balancing to lower the cost of the power, extend equipment lifetime and ensure power quality. In fire-prone areas, it can assist in the prevention and mitigation of powerline ignition events.
Our Technology
Line Ranger creates a competitive advantage through lower hardware and installation costs, provide higher accuracy and more robust measurement capabilities than competitive sensor technologies, and can be used for a wide array of applications. Transmission and distribution line assessment, substation monitoring, and renewable energy integration can all be achieved with a single sensor at an affordable cost. Each sensor installs easily with a hotstick, power harvest for continuous operation, and communicate through a wireless network.
The Line Analyzer software collects, analyzes, and reports real-time data provided by the Line Ranger sensors installed throughout the grid or interconnects. Custom parameters can be created to allow warning and fault indicators for all data points. These indicators are provided on a map and history menu for easy identification, sensor location, and reporting Data collection and analysis is the backbone of the SmartKable Network. The easy-to-use interface, historical charting, and custom configuration options provides an affordable, smarter and proactive solution for utility operators, independent power producers, and renewable power integration.
