Why utilities must keep pace with radio technology

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Recent advances in radio technology open new possibilities for utilities. However, regulations on its use and departmental understanding of these advances often lag. Utilities must pool their knowledge and should select a single radio system.

author: Reason, John
Electric Utilities, Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution, Radio & TV communications equipment, Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing, Radio & TV Broadcast Equip, Telecommunications systems, Broadcasting equipment, Radio transmitters

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Aerial photography serves many utility departments

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TransAlta Utilities Corp provides aerial photographs to its various departments to make servicing and planning utility facilities easier. The photographs are turned into maps and compared to previous maps. Other benefits are described.

author: Reason, John
Planning, Aerial reconnaissance, Transalta Utilities Corp.

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Utilities identify many uses for EMTP software

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Six engineers who study the effects of electric transients with the EMTP evaluate the computer program. Transient electricity can affect virtually every piece of equipment in an electrical network.

author: Reason, John
Software, Testing, Electric power distribution, Transients (Electricity)

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subjects list: Usage, Electric utilities
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