The Promethean non-contact real time monitoring system provides the transmission line operator with the electrical conductor’s temperature, clearance-to-ground and maximum ampacity available above the static rating, Alcan Cable said.
Steven Syracuse, president and chief technology officer of Promethean Devices, said: “We have completed beta testing of Promethean line monitoring technology with a number of utility companies over several years, and are now ready to offer this new non-contact monitoring technology to the market.
“With Alcan Cable’s extensive experience, capabilities and position in utility markets, we are confident that we can grow our business and provide this best-in-class solution as part of a smart grid offering.”
Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Alcan Cable is a manufacturer of aluminum cable, rod and strip products, and modular wiring systems. The company has seven manufacturing operations – six in North America and one in China.
