For decades, utility companies have relied on wide area networks (WAN) for reliable, secure, and flexible network connectivity to support their thousands – or even millions! – of customers across enormous geographical areas. These networks are integral to their operations since downtime can impact the company’s bottom line and the availability of services within the community… Read More…
Imagine a utility company that operates power lines across vast rural areas. These lines stretch across rough terrains, dense forests, and remote locations where traditional communication infrastructure is limited or nonexistent. In order to monitor and control the power grid effectively, the utility company needs to establish reliable communication links with… Read More…
For a company to stay competitive, it needs to be able to provide a reliable, trustworthy product and a stellar customer service experience. Utility companies are uniquely positioned in that they offer a critical service to nearly every individual and business within their service area… Read More…
Fault Location, Isolation, and Service Restoration (FLISR) systems are a crucial component of the operation of electric utilities, designed to detect, isolate, and restore power after a fault or outage occurs. These systems utilize advanced monitoring and control technologies to quickly identify the location of the fault, isolate the… Read More…
Cellular routers play a critical role in SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) communication systems by providing reliable and secure wireless connectivity to remote assets, such as sensors, meters, and other devices. In SCADA systems, data is collected from remote devices and sent to a central location for analysis and control. In many cases… Read More…
The energy grid, or the power grid or electrical grid, is a network of power transmission lines, transformers, substations, and other equipment that delivers electricity from power plants to consumers. The grid is designed to efficiently distribute electricity over long distances, ensuring that consumers can access reliable and affordable energy… Read More…
The world is rapidly transitioning towards renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, and geothermal power. This shift towards clean energy is driven by the need to reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change. As the use of renewable energy sources increases, it has become important to manage these resources effectively to ensure… Read More…
Large public utilities serving millions of people across large geographic areas have to find a way to remotely monitor their equipment for a wide range of reasons, from detecting security breaches and preventing theft to monitoring weather conditions that may damage equipment. This can be challenging for utilities that service rural areas since they often need…. Read More…
The Federal government, as part of its broader connectivity initiatives, has earmarked $3 billion for tribal communities to improve their broadband infrastructure through the Tribal Connectivity Program, which is administered via the NTIA. The NTIA received over 300 grant applications before the application deadline passed in September 2021. Applications are being… Read More…
Focusing primarily on exploration and production, one of Pakistan’s largest oil companies operates a network of jet pumps scattered across its concession area, which includes an onshore footprint of more than 10,000 square kilometers and the largest offshore acreage given to any single exploration and production company… Read more…
