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Electricity Distribution
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Apr 2013
Electricity Distribution
The Use of Perfluorocarbon Tracers (PFT) Leak Location Techniques
Reference:
Status:
Live
Start Date:
Apr 2013
End Date:
Unknown
Funding Licencee(s):
UK Power Networks
Contact:
UKPN Innovation Team
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Funding Mechanism
Innovation Funding Incentive
Research Area:
None
Core Technology(ies):
LV & 11kV Networks
Estimated Expenditure:
£330,000.00
Introduction:
PFT tracer technology to determine cable leak location and reduce the or number of excavations required.
Objectives:
This project is to evaluate the suitability of using PFT tracer technology to determine cable leak location and reduce the number of excavations required. The technology was developed by NASA in collaboration with Con Edison.
Related Links
UKPN Innovation Page on Apr 24, 2013
http://www.ukpowernetworks.co.uk/internet/en/innovation/