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 Sunday, February 9, 2025, a fire broke out at a power grid substation in Gurugram at 8:40 am, triggering a 36-hour blackout across several sectors, impacting around 10,000 families. The fire severely damaged the 220kV substation in Sector 107, causing a significant loss estimated at ₹10-11 crore. The cause of the fire is under investigation by a high-level committee. Residents, relying on costly diesel generators, expressed frustration over the frequent power outages.
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A major fire broke out at the power grid substation in Gurugram on Sunday, February 9, 2025, at 8:40 am, leading to an extensive 36-hour blackout across several sectors. The fire affected at least 10,000 families in housing societies along the Dwarka Expressway, including sectors 99, 102, 103, 107, 108, and 109.
The fire caused severe damage to the 220kV substation in Sector 107, including the destruction of a set of 220/33kV transmission lines and the entire control panel. This damage has been estimated to result in a financial loss of approximately ₹10-11 crore, according to Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited (HVPN).
With no electricity, residents were forced to rely on diesel generators, which many considered both financially draining and harmful to the environment. One frustrated resident, Brigadier Anil Hooda (Retd.) from Sobha City in Sector 108, expressed his concerns about the long-term effects of these generators, which not only add to the pollution but are also costly for everyday use.
A high-level committee, led by a senior engineer, has been formed to investigate the cause of the fire. The investigation will determine if an operational failure, sudden power surge, or faulty equipment was the root cause. If substandard materials are found to have contributed to the incident, appropriate action will be taken against contractors.
This incident underscores the critical need for proactive monitoring and early detection systems in substations. Planck Vision Systems’ thermal imaging cameras provide 24/7 monitoring of substations, allowing operators to detect abnormal heat signatures before a fire becomes visible, preventing costly downtime and extensive damage. By constantly gathering data and analyzing trends, these cameras can ensure that substations are protected from unexpected failures, offering a valuable layer of safety.
source：business-standard.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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