2011-11-23 - HV Substation equipment to provide more reliable energy supply
ABB has signed a three year frame agreement contract from Ethekwini Municipality Electricity Department, based in Kwa-Zulu Natal province, for the supply, delivery, installation and testing of outdoor 132kV and 275kV switchgear and associated equipment.
ABB will supply, for the next three years, outdoor yard equipment for new substations as well as the extension and refurbishment of existing ones. Some of the equipment that will be supplied include primary and secondary switchgear and PASS units.
“ABB is pleased to contribute to Ethekwini Municipality’s priority of expansion and the delivery of reliable power and this agreement promotes ABB as a strong value adding supplier in the industry,” said Carlos Poñe, Chief Executive Officer, ABB in South Africa.
ABB is proud to be part of the expansion of the electrical infrastructure network required to satisfy the growth needs within the greater Durban area.
ABB (www.abb.com) is a leader in power and automation technologies that enable utility and industry customers to improve their performance while lowering environmental impact. The ABB Group of companies operates in around 100 countries and employs about 130,000 people.
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