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    Wildfire mitigation

    Wildfire mitigation planning is increasingly a best practice and smart risk-management strategy for utilities serving fire-prone areas.

    Electrical faults and combustible materials don’t mix. It has been estimated that about 10% of wildfires in the U.S. are ignited by a spark from an electrical fault. Increased urbanization of forested lands and recent hot, dry summers have increased the urgency of comprehensive wildfire management planning. Some states, such as California, require utilities to prepare and implement a Wildfire Mitigation Plan.

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    Wildfire mitigation animation

    Cutting power to faulted lines before sparks can start a fire.

    Our solutions to meet your goals

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    Medium voltage reclosers
    Medium voltage reclosers

    Increase reliability and provide overcurrent protection

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    Solid dielectric reclosers
    Solid dielectric reclosers

    Intelligent, light and flexible protection for overhead distribution lines from 15 to 38 kV

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    Medium voltage fused cutouts
    Medium voltage fused cutouts

    Protect against power surges and ensure safe and efficient electricity flow

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    Digital solutions
    Digital solutions

    Predictive analytics save costs and minimize downtime

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    Medium voltage indoor sensors
    Medium voltage indoor sensors

    Reduced footprint, increased safety and a wider functionality range compared to traditional sensors

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    Solid dielectric switchgear
    Solid dielectric switchgear

    Lower operation and maintenance costs while improving service reliability

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    Cable accessories
    Cable accessories

    Help improve efficiency and reliability by reducing installation, maintenance, and operating costs.

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    Ultra-fast earthing switch (UFES)
    Ultra-fast earthing switch (UFES)

    Rapid arc fault mitigation

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    Current-limiting fuses
    Current-limiting fuses

    Reduce equipment stress and increase safety

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    Distribution connectors
    Distribution connectors

    Connect to distribution power lines and equipment

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    Key takeaways

    Innovative designs and new technologies for arc prevention and containment are the first line of defense for wildfire mitigation.
    New AI-driven technologies can predict fault likelihood with increasing accuracy in high-risk areas.
    Load isolation and rerouting capabilities allow utilities to take preemptive action to reduce risk, improving reliability for all.
    Key factors
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      Storm response
      Storm response

      Increased urbanization and unpredictable weather patterns make storm response planning a 21st-century imperative for power utilities.

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      Demand generation
      Demand management

      As demand for electricity skyrockets, advanced grid technologies can help utilities make informed investment decisions and implement a faster demand response.

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      Support for load growth
      Support for load growth

      The increasing demand for electrical power will require utilities to find cost-effective ways to increase capacity and expand existing infrastructure.

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      Power lines
      Line protection

      Increasing power reliability starts with protecting the lines that connect every point of the power distribution system.

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      Substation
      Load isolation

      The Swiss army knife of power management tools, load isolation contributes to power reliability and resiliency in numerous ways.

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      Downed power lines
      Proactive event response

      As the world grows more uncertain, advanced technologies are making it easier for utilities to predict, prepare, and respond.