SUCCESS STORY:

Successful Integration of Telecommunications Systems by Lotus ICT for State Grid Brazil

Overview

In 2023/2024, Lotus ICT embarked on a critical project for State Grid Brasil, focusing on the implementation of telecommunications systems for the 500kV transmission lines that connect several substations. The project was part of the ANEEL 01/2020 - Lot 1 auction and involved:

  • Transmission lines:
    • 500kV line between the Silvânia and Trindade substations.
    • 500kV line between the Samambaia and Itumbiara substations.
  • Substations Involved:
    • Sylvania
    • Trinidad
    • Vessel
    • Fern
    • Itumbiara

Challenge:

The project presented significant challenges, including:

  • Designing and implementing new telecommunications systems in substations.
  • Integrating new systems with the existing infrastructure.
  • Ensure seamless communication for voice, data, teleprotection, supervision and control, oscillography and synchrophasor measurements.

Solution:

Lotus ICT provided a comprehensive end-to-end solution, covering:

  • Detailed planning and design, adapted to the specific needs of the project.
  • Integration strategy to harmonize new systems with existing ones.

Leveraging cutting-edge technologies from leading manufacturers, including:

  • Huawei
  • Fiberhome
  • Siemens
  • Hikvision
  • Alcatel-Lucent
  • Complete implementation and integration of telecommunications systems.
  • Ensuring interoperability between new and old systems.
  • Comprehensive testing to ensure system reliability and performance.

Implementation:

  • Use of optical transmission systems to provide robust, high-speed communication links.
  • Deployment of advanced telecommunications equipment to support critical functions such as teleprotection and synchrophasor measurements.
  • Close collaboration with various suppliers to ensure seamless integration and optimum performance.

Results:


Lotus ICT successfully completed the project on schedule, meeting all quality standards. The new telecommunications systems ensured:

  • Greater operational efficiency of substations.
  • Improved reliability and speed of communications.
  • Seamless integration with existing infrastructure, minimizing downtime and operational interruptions.
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