Certified NETA IV technician Thomas Wire shows how ultraviolet cameras expose insulator faults and corona discharge, complementing infrared inspections to deliver non-intrusive, predictive maintenance and greater substation reliability—captured in a concise, two-video field series.
UV imaging offers utilities a powerful, early-warning tool to detect contamination and prevent insulator flashovers—risks often missed by infrared. Especially in polluted environments, UV cameras enable proactive maintenance and safer, more efficient grid operation.
The DayCor® UV EYE family delivers high-sensitivity corona and arcing detection across diverse industries, supporting continuous substation monitoring, robotic patrols, vehicle-based grid inspections, and real-time rail assessments with reliable, multi-sensor integration in demanding environments.
As electric motors evolve in EVs and aviation, insulation stress and partial discharge risks increase. Advanced UV imaging now enables precise, real-time PD detection—offering manufacturers a safer, more effective solution to ensure motor reliability and performance.
UV imaging is transforming transformer maintenance by enabling early detection of partial discharges. This powerful technology supports better design, manufacturing, and field inspections—helping utilities prevent failures, reduce downtime, and extend transformer life.
Utilities face increasing pressure to modernize inspection processes and manage growing volumes of asset data. This article explores how IEEE Std 1808-2024 and OFIL’s Gridnostic platform enable structured data collection, AI-based diagnostics, and smarter decision-making across transmission infrastructure.