San Diego Convention Center

2025 Technical Conference Sessions

A holistic approach to cable system reliability: Life cycle analysis of replacement vs. rejuvenation

26 Mar 2025
Resiliency Knowledge Hub- Booth #1001, Exhibit Floor
Asset Management , Reliability and Resilience , Resiliency Knowledge Hub

A holistic approach to cable/system reliability will be described. This will include everything from vegetation management, cable testing, cable rejuvenation, and cable replacement. The reliability of the grid is tantamount to the continued growth expected over the next 50 years. Systems are viewed from all angles and the best approach to reliability is pursued. A life cycle analysis comparing cable replacement with cable rejuvenation will be described. There is a huge impact on the carbon footprint of cable rejuvenation.

Session Sponsored by Southwire

Speakers
James Steele
James Steele, Director of Engineering - Southwire
Wayne Chatterton
Wayne Chatterton, Director of Sales - Southwire