SF6 Safeplus cell overhaul - Aftissat
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Category:
Services and Expertise
Client:
Ls Industry
Date:
2024
Project details
This project involved the refurbishment of a Safeplus cell at Aftissat, using SF6 insulating gas supplied on site. The aim was to restore optimum insulation to the equipment, to avoid any risk of arcing or loss of service.
- Refurbishment and SF6 make-up of the Safeplus cell at Aftissat, with supply of SF6 gas.
Challenges
- Leak detected late in the cell's SF6 compartment.
- Specific supply of SF6 gas in a remote area.
- Approvisionnement spécifique en gaz SF6 dans une région éloignée.
Solutions
- Detection by thermography, then repair and resealing of the envelope.
- Secure transport and on-site storage in compliance with environmental standards.
- Leak test under pressure and control via electronic sensor.
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