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Building more sustainable future using SF₆-free MV switchgear technology

Drankenstein Municipality is accelerating sustainability efforts using SF₆-free MV switchgear. Its powerful digital capabilities improve power reliability by reinforcing the South African utility’s distribution network.

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SF₆-free AirSeT innovation for medium voltage

An ingenious combination of pure air and vacuum switching technology, the new SF₆-free AirSeT MV switchgear makes buildings and electrical networks more sustainable and improves their efficiency. For more reliable and safer operations.

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Drakenstein Municipality: Customer Story Key Figures

Reduce carbon footprint and eliminate SF₆ from MV switchgear

Optimise maintenance using connected digital tools

Improve power reliability and service continuity

Green MV switchgear is central to Drakenstein Municipality’s sustainability initiatives

Sustainability trailblazer Drakenstein Municipality has ambitious goals for building a green future. The electric distribution utility is adopting SF₆-free MV switchgear, which eliminates greenhouse gas use in the ring main unit (RMU) and improves service continuity. This project sets a new benchmark for developing a more reliable and sustainable power grid.

Unleashing the potential of innovative solutions

This innovative gas-insulated switchgear (GIS) uses pure air insulation and vacuum interruption, eliminating the need for SF₆ in MV switchgear. Its digital features enhance grid reliability, offering increased network visibility and enhanced insight through edge control SCADA.

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Enhancing lifespan and operational efficiency

The innovative design extends the switchgear's lifespan from 30 to 40 years, aligning with the municipality's circular economy objectives. Moreover, RM AirSeT's straightforward installation process, akin to traditional switchgear, ensures ease of adoption and seamless operations.

Customer Testimonial

Leon Laing, Manager: Planning and Customer Services at Drakenstein Municipality

“We have achieved measurable benefits from Schneider Electric SF₆-free technology. It has no impact on the environment, eliminates the need to recycle harmful gases, and offers safer operation of equipment by staff. In addition, it contributes towards a greener footprint for our society.”

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