With the aim of addressing the challenge the energy transition poses for grid operators, Siemens Energy is extending its digital switchgear and transformer portfolio.
The manufacturer is extending its digital power transmission portfolio to include new digital products, such as a high-voltage system with integrated edge computing technology.
The new edge transmission products from Siemens Energy offer the possibility of connecting devices directly within the substation without having to compromise the advantages of cloud solutions such as app-based data analysis or central device and application management.
The products are designed to enable grid operators to react faster to changes in the system, make the right decisions, and increase the transparency, productivity, and reliability of their plants. The integration of the systems into the existing customer network also ensures a cyber-secure system, the company said in a press release.
“For a successful energy transition, we need future-proof power grids," said Christian Bruch, CEO of Siemens Energy. "To achieve this, we need to take full advantage of the opportunities opened up by digitalization. With our pioneering digital power transmission portfolio, we offer our customers a secure, simple and fast way to convert data into relevant information and thus ensure efficient power transmission.”
Project completion is expected in mid-June 2021.
Source: Siemens Energy