Electrical Protection in MV Switchgear: A Practical Guide
A practical introduction to MV protection: fault detection, relay logic, trip circuits, selectivity, backup and the most common ANSI functions.
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New MV Switchgear and Protection Products to Watch in 2026
A technical 2026 roundup of new SF₆-free medium-voltage switchgear and protection platforms from Lucy Electric, Schneider Electric, Eaton, Ormazabal, ABB and SEL.
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Nuventura Wins Siemens Energy Value Contribution Award at Supplier Meet 2026
Nuventura India receives Siemens Energy’s Value Contribution Award, highlighting industrial partnership and momentum behind SF₆-free primary switchgear.
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Lucy Electric Launches SF₆-Free AirTec LX Load Break Switch Up to 38 kV
Lucy Electric’s AirTec LX is a pole-mounted solid-dielectric vacuum load break switch for overhead distribution networks, available up to 38 kV and prepared for remote automation.
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Siemens Invests €300 Million to Expand German Switchgear Production
Siemens plans major expansion of switchgear production in Frankfurt and a new supplier facility in Offenbach, creating up to 700 jobs.
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Hitachi Energy’s 550 kV SF₆-Free GIS Enters Commercial Grid Service in China
Hitachi Energy reports that the world’s first commercial 550 kV SF₆-free GIS is now energized at Wuhan Yuxian substation.
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GE Vernova to Deliver SF₆-Free 110 kV GIS Substations for Berlin
Two new Berlin grid hubs will use GE Vernova’s g³-based 110 kV gas-insulated substations in Wittenau and Neukölln.
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ABB Highlights the Case for Proactive Switchgear Maintenance
ABB argues that structured, condition-informed maintenance can reduce switchgear failure risk, improve compliance and limit costly unplanned downtime.
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Schneider Electric to Showcase SF₆-Free AirSeT Switchgear at Electra Mining Africa 2026
Schneider Electric will feature its SF₆-free AirSeT medium-voltage range alongside connected power, automation and predictive-maintenance technologies.
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Routine Tests and FAT: What Is the Difference?
A practical comparison of routine testing and Factory Acceptance Testing, including purpose, scope, participants, records and acceptance criteria.