Technical and operational maintenance of high-voltage transformer substations by KNESS

High-quality and timely maintenance of high-voltage transformer substations is a critical factor for reliable power supply and minimization of power outage risks.

KNESS provides a full range of technical and operational maintenance services for high-voltage substations with voltages from 10 kV to 330 kV inclusive.

Operational maintenance services include:

• round-the-clock monitoring of equipment condition and periodic inspection both during the day and at night;
• assessment of technical condition and scheduled inspection of fire safety systems;
• continuous communication with TSO/DSO: performing operational negotiations and switching, correspondence and providing information upon request;
• maintaining technical documentation in accordance with applicable requirements and providing personnel with necessary instructions for safe and stable operation of the facility;
• keeping the substation area well-maintained and managing spare parts inventory;
• if needed, organizing visits by a specialized team to fix any equipment issues.

The main list of maintenance services includes:

• Performing diagnostics of high-voltage equipment: checking insulation condition, measuring grounding resistance, testing personal protective equipment, thermal imaging control of live parts
• Technical maintenance of:
  – relay protection and automation devices;
  – power and measuring transformers, and, if available, diesel generator sets;
  – switchgear (circuit breakers, disconnectors) for various voltage classes;
  – auxiliary power panels and DC power panels for substations.

Why choose KNESS?

• A highly qualified team of specialists with over 10 years of experience in the energy sector.
• All necessary permits for performing maintenance work on equipment with a voltage of over 1000 V.
• Use of high-tech licensed equipment and our own high-voltage laboratory, which allows us to conduct tests and measurements.
• Responsibility for the reliable and stable operation of substation equipment. 

Find out more about the high-voltage transformer substation maintenance service provided by KNESS via the link.