Remote areas in Western Australia rely on traditional infrastructure to power their homes and businesses. The long stretches of powerlines servicing these properties can easily be affected by environmental factors such as dust, wind, rain, vegetation and lightning. SPS units have been selected to mitigate these risks and improve safety and reliability.

Western Power is rolling out SPS on a scale never seen before in Australia with up to 4,000 connections to be converted in the coming decade as part of its modular grid of the future.

This will enable the decommissioning tens of thousands of kilometers of overhead assets, delivering significant reliability and economic benefits to customers and facilitating renewable energy for a decarbonised future.

Round 3 marks Australia’s largest single roll-out of SPS with more than 180 units to be installed, replacing around 762km of overhead powerlines, improving land amenities for farmers and reducing the risk of bushfires.

• Analysing the load profile, demands and usage requirements of the household and agri-business. Supply for single, split or three phase systems
• PV array connected as DC coupled
• Single SAPS enclosure design to cater for modularity
• Optimised for lowest lifecycle cost
• Safety during installation, operation and maintenance
• Remote monitoring capability

Environment & Safety Considerations:

• Minimise footprint of both SAPS unit and construction area

• Safe distance from any potential risks
• Minimise noise disturbance
• Ensure security and safety through restricted access
• Units per Australian Standards and legislative requirements
• Engagement with local cultural heritage custodians to establish appropriate site locations