Failure Analysis
Services for Distribution Utilities
Kinectrics has the expert capabilities and
specialized facilities to meet the failure analysis and diagnostic needs of
distributing utilities. We have achieved international recognition for our
state-of-the-art technology and long-term (over 35 years) experience in
Distribution equipment failure analysis and forensic diagnosis.
Kinectrics’ skilled team of engineers and
technologists has played a key role in the development of national
industry-wide standards through the establishment and specification of
Distribution equipment requirements, as well as application limitations. At
Kinectrics, we know Distribution equipment and the physical environment in
which it must function.
To further extend and support our distribution
equipment failure analysis services, Kinectrics offers clients access to
world-class High Current and High Voltage laboratories for investigative and/or
follow-up testing. Our services are complemented by chemical and material
laboratories for in-depth assessments and investigations.
Typical distribution equipment that Kinectrics
has provided failure investigation services on are:
Rectifiers
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Smart Meters
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Network Protectors |
Cable Terminations |
Relays |
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Kinectrics is uniquely positioned when there is
a need for a more holistic approach to the investigation. This can often entail
power studies support to identify transient issues, protection scheme
troubleshooting, power quality analysis and many such related tools. These help
to uncover issues that are hidden when examining the failed equipment in
isolation.
As the grid transitions to a digital environment,
Kinectrics offers a best in class testing and failure investigation service for
Smart Meters. The services include hard to pinpoint partial intermittent
failure types including communication issues, transient power supply events and
erroneous readings.
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System-level, Holistic Root Cause Investigations
Kinectrics also offers forensic investigation
services including expert witness testimony in cases of litigation between
parties. Our highly skilled subject
matter experts coupled with world class facilities and years of experience form
the backbone of a successful case. Our team of experts provide written as well
as verbal testimony in such matters.
Digital Smart Grid Support
Kinectrics’ many satisfied customers in this
field range from utilities in power generation, to distribution as well as
entities that have power distribution class equipment such as public transit
authorities. We service our clients with support on your premises including
distributed renewable generation sites as well as augmented with laboratory
testing on our campus.
Why Kinectrics?
- Unbiased test and consulting service
- Deep technical background and insight based on
decades on industry know-how
- In-house experts and laboratories providing 24x7
service as needed
- Proven history
- Acknowledged experts in failure investigation
having CEU courses on the subject
- Leader in state-of-the-art inspection technology
including LineVue
- Equipment know-how to consult on preventive
measures