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Power companies are unceasingly committed to elevating
their service quality, demanding a robust, redundant, and resilient data communication network. However, the reality today is that numerous primary
substations rely on outdated leased lines and analog modems to connect with
control centers. These aging systems suffer from bandwidth limitations and
shaky reliability. The prospect of upgrading these data communication networks
entails laying fresh fiber optic cables, a colossal task when dealing with up to
1,000 individual substations sprawled across extensive geographical areas. The
economic feasibility of such an endeavor is often in question. Furthermore, the
scale of this network mandates straightforward installation and configuration
while insisting on efficient, hassle-free network maintenance. Cybersecurity is
paramount, as security breaches have the potential to plunge entire cities or
even nations into downtime.
The Westermo Solution
Westermo's Wolverine Ethernet line extenders provide a strategic answer to this challenge. They enable the reutilization of pre-existing cable infrastructure, effectively crafting new, high-bandwidth networks at a mere fraction of the cost of laying fresh fiber optic cables. These Ethernet extenders boast the highest Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) on the market. Installation is streamlined and efficient, while initial configuration is rendered straightforward through the use of WeConfig. Furthermore, WeConfig equips network administrators with essential tools for maintenance, including cable diagnostics, firmware upgrades, network hardening, and cybersecurity.
Key Advantages
- With Westermo's innovative
solution, the modernization of primary substation communication becomes not
only feasible but also efficient and secure. This approach efficiently breathes
new life into aging infrastructure, ensuring reliable power distribution.
- Reuse existing cable infrastructure
- Simplified setup and maintenance, controllable directly from the
control room via WeConfig, facilitating the management of hundreds of units
with a single click
- Highest MTBF available in the market
- In-built cybersecurity measures for enhanced network protection
With Westermo's innovative solution, the modernization of primary substation communication becomes not only feasible but also efficient and secure. This approach efficiently breathes new life into aging infrastructure, ensuring reliable power distribution.
