Project Highlight
FirstEnergy Modernizes Its System Through Custom RTU Panel Project
Challenge
As part of its EnergizeNJ grid upgrade project, FirstEnergy chose SEL to build custom remote terminal unit (RTU) panels equipped for SCADA communications. But the compressed timeline presented a challenge—FirstEnergy would need additional resources to complete the drawings for the RTUs. The utility turned to SEL for support and expertise—from design to implementation.Solution
FirstEnergy has been an SEL customer for decades. “FirstEnergy always uses SEL,” said Anthony Ricci, FirstEnergy supervisor for equipment and standards. “Everything is [SEL] blue in our company.” Teams from SEL Engineering Services and SEL Panels quickly established a timeline to formalize drawings. SEL provided a comprehensive range of services to deliver the custom RTUs on schedule. The new RTU panels incorporate SEL devices to support SCADA communications, fulfilling the EnergizeNJ commitment to grid modernization.Results
The decision by FirstEnergy to collaborate with SEL kept the project on track. The custom RTU panels meet safety and security standards by using SEL devices to enhance SCADA communications. The solution deploys remote monitoring to protect critical systems and mitigate cyber threats and outages. SEL helped FirstEnergy to meet the requirements of the modernization project for the northern and central New Jersey grid within the compressed timeline. The experience strengthened the working relationship between FirstEnergy and SEL.Customer ProfileCustomer: FirstEnergy CorporationLocation: Akron, OhioIndustry: Electric UtilityApplication: Energy Services
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