Enhancing Primary Substation Communication for Improved Service Reliability

Electricity companies strive to enhance the quality of their services, necessitating a robust and redundant data communications network. However, many primary substations face the challenge of outdated leased lines and analog modems with limited bandwidth and reliability.

The cost and complexity of installing new fiber optic cables for a vast network of substations spread across extensive geographical areas make it economically unfeasible. Additionally, ensuring simple installation, easy maintenance, and effective cybersecurity are crucial to prevent security breaches that can cause disruptions at a significant scale.

Westermo's Solution:

Westermo presents a powerful solution with the implementation of Wolverine Ethernet line extenders. These innovative extenders allow the utilization of existing cable infrastructure to establish new high-bandwidth networks, eliminating the need for costly fiber optic installations. The Wolverine Ethernet extenders boast the industry's highest Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF), ensuring exceptional reliability.

The installation process is streamlined and efficient, further facilitated by WeConfig, which simplifies initial configuration and provides comprehensive network maintenance tools. These tools encompass cable diagnostics, firmware upgrades, network hardening, and robust cybersecurity measures.

Key Benefits:

Reuse of pre-existing cable infrastructure, minimizing costs and infrastructure investments.
Simple set-up and maintenance directly from the control room using WeConfig, enabling centralized management of hundreds of units with ease.
Unparalleled reliability with the highest MTBF in the market, ensuring continuous operation and reduced downtime.
Built-in cybersecurity features, safeguarding critical infrastructure against potential threats and ensuring data integrity.

By leveraging Westermo's solution, electricity companies can significantly enhance their primary substation communication, improving service reliability while optimizing costs and network performance.