Insulated Cross Arms – 132kV Trials
Status:
Complete
Project Reference Number:
NIA_SHET_0007
START DATE:
END DATE:

Project summary
Funding mechanism:
  • Network Innovation Allowance
Technology:
  • High Voltage Technology
Expenditure:
£394,000
Summary
Documents

To perform trial installation of insulated cross arms on the towers of an operational 132kV circuit and monitor them for a period of up to two years to evaluate their electrical and mechanical performance when used in a real live operational environment.

Benefits

The successful installation of the cross arms along with capturing the learning from their installation.