Monthly Archives: February 2006

Introducing the Circuit-Isolator II Disconnect Switch

Posted on February 27, 2006

S&C is pleased to announce the new Circuit-Isolator II Disconnect . . . for use in distribution substations and anywhere an isolating disconnect is required. It is available in voltage ratings of 69 through 138 kV, and continuous current ratings … Continue reading →

Posted in Substation Tagged

S&C Introduces Advanced New Device for Overhead Line Protection

Posted on February 14, 2006

S&C’s new IntelliRupter® PulseCloser significantly advances the science of fault testing on overhead lines. It was designed from the ground up to accommodate advanced feeder automation functions such as IntelliTeam II® Automatic Restoration System, as well as SCADA. IntelliRupter incorporates … Continue reading →

Posted in Self-Healing Grids Tagged

S&C TripSaver Dropout Recloser for Overhead Distribution Systems

Posted on February 14, 2006

S&C introduces TripSaver™ Dropout Recloser, a unique new product for protecting overhead lateral circuits. Used in lieu of fuse cutouts, it improves system reliability by eliminating the permanent outages caused when lateral fuses respond to temporary faults. This new device … Continue reading →

Posted in Electric Utilities, Overhead Distribution Tagged

PureWave UPS System Cuts Power Disturbances to New Surgical Suite

Posted on February 6, 2006

A large Medical Center, in Aurora, Illinois, recently completed a $19 Million state-of-the-art addition. The 96,000-square-foot surgery wing includes an expanded surgical suite with 12 new operating rooms and 40 bays/rooms for recovery, holding, and ambulatory care. It also includes … Continue reading →

Posted in Health Care, Uninterruptible Power Tagged