Power Update - January 2013

January 2013

ABB's Power Update


Rx for transmission networks American Electric Power (AEP) has selected ABB's Asset Health Center solution to improve performance and reliability of its electric transmission networks in all of its transmission substations. AEP first outlined the concept in 2007 and called for development of a platform that could bring together AEP infrastructure and systems with models that turn data into information that can be used to support the decision making process. "We have been working to automate situational awareness of asset conditions for some time. We are now poised to realize valuable operating and maintenance benefits from those efforts," said Robert W. Bradish, VP for AEP grid development. >> Read more on this exciting collaboration. For more information about our asset health solutions, visit us in booth 1201 at Distributech.

Substations

We're closing in on the future A technology junkie looks at the technological advancements shaping our electrical substation future. Advancements in software, design tools and processes are exciting, but there is real magic taking place in the electrical apparatus being deployed in the substation. The goal of the new technologies is to provide greater reliability, flexibility, availability and safety, and to do it with less human interaction. >> Read more about the advanced technology in the 21st century substations. Transmission & Distribution World substations special supplement >> I'd like to talk to someone about Substations

High Voltage Service

Four steps for reducing sources for SF6 gas emissions With recent and expected EPA mandates looming, utilities and industrial power providers are looking at ways to reduce their SF6 gas emissions. Here are four easy ways to reduce emissions starting today. >> Read more >> I'd like to talk to someone about high voltage service

HVDC

HVDC: A revolution ahead The power engineering industry is facing tremendous challenges worldwide. Countries such as China, Brazil and India have experienced a massive demand increase, which needs to be covered; North America is seeking a more reliable energy system; and in Europe, they are predominantly looking for a more sustainable energy supply, based on liberalized market principles. >> Read more Transmission & Distribution World HVDC special supplement >> I'd like to talk to someone about HVDC

Solar

Six stages of solar bankability Solar radiation is arguably the most plentiful source of available energy on Earth. Solar electric power generation is clean, renewable, flexible, scalable and can deploy relatively quickly to meet increasing demand. However, solar energy is not without challenges. To ensure the availability of capital for solar electric power generation, developers need to mitigate risks. >> More on how to mitigate risks >> Download white paper >> I'd like to talk to someone about Solar

White Papers

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Videos
	Switchgear: life extension and evaluation >> Watch Now	How to get more out of distribution transformer protection - with less >> Watch Now

	AC substation grounding for safety >> Watch Now	Choosing high voltage breakers for a transmission grind in transition >> Watch Now

Educational Opportunities
>> Tropos Networks classroom training		>> Recloser classroom training
>> Smart grid on demand webinars		>> High voltage service classroom training
>> Protective Relay School webinars		>> Automation & Power World on demand webinars
>> T&D Protection and Control classroom training		>> Ventyx webcasts
		>> Ventyx education & training services

Events
ABB High Current & High Voltage Products Users' Conference January 15 - 17, 2013 Long Beach, CA	Distributech January 29-31, 2013 San Diego, CA

Life of a Transformer February 18 - 21, 2013 San Diego, CA	NRECA Tech Advantage February 18 - 22, 2013 New Orleans, LA

Automation & Power World March 25 - 28, 2013 Orlando, FL	Power and Energy Automation Conference March 26 - 28, 2013 Spokane, WA
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