Ethernet Switch
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Available in a temperature-hardened version for utility and SCADA environments, the new Fiber Optic Ethernet Switch from TC Communications supports distances up to 100 km. The TC3705 Fiber Optic Ethernet Switch provides four 10/100M Auto-Sensing UTP ports and one fiber optic 100Base-FX port. It is available multimode or single mode (1300/1550nm) and supports full or half-duplex operation. The TC3705 is available in three temperature versions, providing support in temperature ranges from –40 degrees C to 80 degrees C.
TC Communications
Bus Protection Relay
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Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories’ SEL-587Z high-impedance bus differential relay provides accurate monitoring, control and protection while its high-impedance differential elements provide fast tripping for in-zone faults, and greater security during heavy through-faults and CT saturation. The relay can be integrated with SCADA systems via Modbus, SEL ASCII or SEL’s proprietary Fast Messaging protocol through a real-panel port. A front-mounted serial port allows interface via laptop or other tool.
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories
EMS Add-on
GE Network Solutions has released the XA/21 Transmission Security Management 2.0 module for its XA/21 EMS. The Transmission Security Management product provides an environment for performing network analysis, contingency analysis, optimal power flow and fault-level analysis functions. The module allows control center operators to identify and analyze potential operating problems and formulate preventative strategies. The new module is available as an integrated feature of XA/21 release 6.0 or as an add-on upgrade feature.
GE Network Solutions
One-line Generator
JCMB Technology’s LineView 1.0 provides a one-line schematic visualization of circuits and feeders. Operators or QC technicians can use the one-line diagram generator to obtain simple, uncluttered views of circuits in congested areas and circuits spanning long distances. Features include Entity Queries, Load Summary and Device Annotation. LineView is tightly integrated with Adelette, JCMB’s connectivity viewer.
JCMB Technology Inc.
Pad-mounted Switchgear
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Cooper Power Systems’ Kyle VFI Vacuum Fault Interrupter pad-mounted switchgear with Visible-Break provides visual verification of contact status when distribution-switching procedures require indication of an open circuit prior to testing and verification. Visible-Break lets operators inspect and verify contact positions through a sealed viewing window. Visible-Break accessory can be operated with a hotstick or T-handle.
Cooper Power Systems
AMR Battery
Maxell has introduced a new Lithium Thionyl Chloride battery featuring a capacity rating of 3,300 mAh. Designated model ER17/50H and designed to fit the type A form factor, the new battery has a 20 percent higher capacity and is designed to serve the next generation of automatic meter readers. The battery has a high voltage of 3.6 V, features a flat discharge voltage through the end of the battery’s life, high energy density and a usable temperature range of -55 degrees C to 85 degrees C.
Maxell Corporation of America
System Analysis Tool
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The ETAP 4.7.0 system analysis tool from Operation Technology Inc. includes new Cable Pulling, Transformer Sizing and Motor Parameter Estimation modules. This release also includes hundreds of features and capabilities added to existing modules, such as: Load Flow, Short-Circuit, Harmonic Analysis, Transient Stability, Data Exchange, and Optimal Power Flow.
Operation Technology Inc.
Secure Network Solution
Microwave Data Systems’ MDS iNET 900 is a long-range, high-speed, secure wireless IP/Ethernet and Serial solution. New version 3.1 of the iNET 900 software provides several security features currently unavailable in the IEEE wireless LAN standard. New security features include 128-bit encryption with automatic key rotation and authentication mechanisms. These new features, combined with the iNET 900’s Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum technique, create an extremely secure wireless device.
Microwave Data Systems Inc.
Laptop Computer
The new GoBook II laptop computer from Itronix is designed with integrated wireless features that support up to three wireless networks concurrently, a removable hard drive for data security and Intel’s new Mobile Pentium IV 1.7 GHz processor. The computer supports such wireless networks as 802.11b, Bluetooth, CDMA 1xRTT, CDPD and GPRS. The GoBook II is built to withstand such conditions as rain, snow, wind, dust, fire, shock, vibration and chemical exposure.
Itronix Corp.
High-current Clamps
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Anderson high-current, high-temperature clamps are for use on open-wire power lines. The corona-free suspension, high-temperature (CFSHT) clamps are designed with an aluminum alloy that retains its strength at temperatures well above 93 degrees C. The clamps are capable of continuous operation on ACSS, ACSS-TW and similar high-capacity conductors operating at temperatures up to 250 degrees C.
Hubbell Power Systems Inc.
