Planck Vision Systems manufactures thermal imaging solutions for portable inspection and 24/7 monitoring of commercial applications including: Early Fire Detection, Manufacturing, Substations and Tunnels, Electrical Panel/Cabinets, Storage Facilities, Data Centers and Elevated Body Temperature Screening. Our company is headquartered in Santa Barbara CA, the capital of infrared sensing technologies in the United States.
On September 12, 2024, a fire broke out at the Manali substation in Chennai, India, disrupting power supply to several areas of the city. The blackout affected neighborhoods like Jamalia and Kodungaiyur, with power being out for over an hour. Preliminary investigations suggest that the fire may have been caused by aging equipment and inadequate maintenance, with estimated financial losses around 1.5 million Indian Rupees. Residents voiced their dissatisfaction on social media due to delays in restoration, and local power company Tangedco has swiftly initiated recovery efforts.
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On September 12, 2024, a fire at the Manali substation in north Chennai disrupted power supply to many areas of the city. The blackout affected neighborhoods including Jamalia, Kodungaiyur, Washermenpet, Kodambakkam, Vadapalani, Manali, Perambur, T.Nagar, Besant Nagar, Thiruvanmiyur, and Mylapore, with power being out for over an hour.
Residents raised concerns on social media due to delays in restoration efforts.
Preliminary investigations suggest that the fire was likely caused by aging equipment and inadequate maintenance, with estimated financial losses around 1.5 million Indian Rupees. Local power company Tangedco reported that emergency measures were initiated, and repair teams were dispatched quickly to restore service.
To prevent similar incidents in the future, the government is considering implementing more advanced monitoring technologies.
For example, Planck Vision Systems’ TRX600 robotic system and thermal imaging technology can provide precise monitoring in tight spaces of wind turbines.
Unlike traditional handheld checks, the continuous monitoring of the TRX600 captures every anomaly promptly, ensuring that safety issues are addressed in a timely manner.
This efficient monitoring approach establishes a solid foundation for the long-term safety of electrical infrastructure, helping to avoid similar incidents.
source：thehindu.com
Predictive maintenance for Substation Monitoring
Planck Vision Systems thermal imaging cameras offer 24/7 monitoring to constantly gather and analyze data with software that identifies trends and anomalies. Fixed mount or pan/tilt drive cameras can survey large areas of a substation with crisp thermal images. Planck Vision Systems cameras will always be in the right place at the right time to eliminate the potential for costly unexpected substation failures.
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