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We also provide solutions for power generation applications with our generator circuit breakers for installations up to 1,500 MW.</p> </div> <div class="dd-cat-list"> <h4>Product Categories</h4> <ul class="cat-list-tt"> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/livetank_circuitbreakers.htm">Live Tank Circuit Breakers</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/hvdc-switches.htm">HVDC Switches</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/deadtank_circuitbreakers.htm">Dead Tank Circuit Breakers</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/generator_circuitbreakers.htm">Generator Circuit Breakers</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/hypact.htm">Hybrid Switchgear</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/caba.htm">Compact Switchgear</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/cbdigitalsolutions.htm">Circuit Breaker Digital Solutions</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/pow-switching.htm">Point-on-Wave Controllers </a></li> </ul> </div> </div> <div class="dd-side-eb">  </div> </div>  <div class="hidden-content" id="equip-content4"> <div class="dd-catcont"> <div class="dd-cat-ovw"> <a class="dd-cat-ovw-tt" href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/disconnectors.htm"> <h3>Overview</h3> <div class="m-arrow"></div> </a> <p>GE Vernova is a global market leader for disconnectors (disconnect switches) since 1960, with 8 product facilities in 7 countries and hundreds of thousands installations in more than 130 countries around the world. The portfolio includes disconnectors for AC applications (up to 1,200 kV), for DC applications (up to 1,000 kV) and for railway applications. We also offer power connectors to connect two or more conductors for a continuous electrical path.</p> </div> <div class="dd-cat-list"> <h4>Product Categories</h4> <ul class="cat-list-tt"> <li>AC Disconnectors <ul class="cat-list-tt-it"> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/acdisconnectors.htm#vertical">Vertical Break Disconnectors</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/acdisconnectors.htm#center">Center Break Disconnectors</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/acdisconnectors.htm#doubleside">Double-Side Break Disconnectors</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/acdisconnectors.htm#pantograph">Pantograph and Semi-Pantograph Disconnectors</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/acdisconnectors.htm#kneetype">Knee Type Disconnectors</a></li> </ul> </li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/dcdisconnectors.htm">HVDC Disconnectors</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/railwaydisconnectors.htm">Railway Disconnectors and Load Switches</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/powerconnectors.htm">Power Connectors</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/dwatch.htm">Disconnectors Digital Solutions</a></li> </ul> </div> </div> <div class="dd-side-eb">  </div> </div>  <div class="hidden-content" id="equip-content5"> <div class="dd-catcont"> <div class="dd-cat-ovw"> <a class="dd-cat-ovw-tt" href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/instrument-transformers.htm"> <h3>Overview</h3> <div class="m-arrow"></div> </a> <p>GE Vernova is an industry leader in the design and manufacturing of high, medium and low voltage instrument transformers. With more than 100 years of experience, We offer a broad array of standard and high accuracy models for revenue metering and system protection applications. The portfolio of instrument transformers ranges from low voltage at 600 V suitable for industrial and high accuracy revenue metering, all the way up to high voltage at 1,200 kV. The portfolio also includes line traps and digital instrument transformers.</p> </div> <div class="dd-cat-list"> <h4>Product Categories</h4> <ul class="cat-list-tt"> <li>High Voltage Instrument Transformers <ul class="cat-list-tt-it"> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/hv_instrumenttransformers.htm#current">Current Transformers</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/hv_instrumenttransformers.htm#voltage">Voltage Transformers</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/hv_instrumenttransformers.htm#combinedmetering">Combined Metering Unit</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/hv_instrumenttransformers.htm#cvt">Capacitor Voltage Transformers</a></li> </ul> </li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/power_sensing.htm">LV/MV Instrument Transformers</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/linetraps.htm">Line Traps</a></li> </ul> </div> </div> <div class="dd-side-eb">  </div> </div>  <div class="hidden-content" id="equip-content6"> <div class="dd-catcont"> <div class="dd-cat-ovw"> <a class="dd-cat-ovw-tt" href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/capacitors.htm"> <h3>Overview</h3> <div class="m-arrow"></div> </a> <p>For a century, utilities have relied on us to deliver electrical products and services to meet their quality, durability and performance needs. Our capacitor and reactor product lines are an integral part of our portfolio. GE Vernova provides power capacitors that meet ANSI, IEEE and IEC standards, and our low voltage capacitors are UL listed. Ratings range from 1 kvar to 500 MVAR, and from 240 volts to 500 KV.</p> </div> <div class="dd-cat-list"> <h4>Product Categories</h4> <ul class="cat-list-tt"> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/high_volt_capacitor.htm">High Voltage Capacitors</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/reactors.htm">Reactors</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/lv-capacitors.htm">Low Voltage Capacitors</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/lv-capacitor-banks.htm">Low Voltage Capacitor Banks</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/fast-switch-pfc.htm">Fast Switching Capacitor Banks(Flicker Banks)</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/active-filters.htm">Active Filters</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/dc_capacitor.htm">DC Capacitors</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/induction_heating_melting_capacitor.htm">Induction Heating Capacitors</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/high_volt_capacitor.htm">Fixed Motor & Pump PFC</a></li> </ul> </div> </div> <div class="dd-side-eb">  </div> </div>  <div class="hidden-content" id="equip-content7"> <div class="dd-catcont"> <div class="dd-cat-ovw"> <a class="dd-cat-ovw-tt" href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/insulators-arresters.htm"> <h3>Overview</h3> <div class="m-arrow"></div> </a> <p>GE Vernova provides a broad range of bushings and surge arresters to help protect electrical assets. The bushings portfolio includes AC and DC solutions that enable long life, high reliability and installation flexibility.  GE’s Tranquell surge arresters are ideal for distribution and EHV applications up to 612kV, and are available as polymer and porcelain station and intermediate class IEEE/ANSI C62.11.</p> </div> <div class="dd-cat-list"> <h4>Product Categories</h4> <ul class="cat-list-tt"> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/bushings.htm">Bushings</a></li>  <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/surge_arresters.htm">Surge Arresters</a></li> </ul> </div> </div> <div class="dd-side-eb">  </div> </div>  <div class="hidden-content" id="equip-content8"> <div class="dd-catcont"> <div class="dd-cat-ovw"> <a class="dd-cat-ovw-tt" href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/sf6-free-hv-switchgear/"> <h3>Overview</h3> <div class="m-arrow"></div> </a> <p>Our SF₆-free switchgear range features the same ratings and same dimensional footprint as the state-of-the-art SF₆ equipment, with a drastically reduced carbon footprint.</p> </div> <div class="dd-cat-list"> <h4>Product Categories</h4> <ul class="cat-list-tt"> <li>Gas-Insulated Solutions <ul class="cat-list-tt-it"> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/f35g.htm">F35g Gas-Insulated Substations </a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/b105-dual-gas-gis.htm">B105 Dual Gas-Insulated Substations </a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/t155-dual-gas.htm">T155 Dual Gas-Insulated Substations </a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/g3-gil.htm">T155 Dual Gas-Insulated Lines </a></li> </ul> </li> <li>Live Tank Circuit-Breakers <ul class="cat-list-tt-it"> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/gl310g-310-311-312g.htm">GL312g Live Tank Circuit-Breakers (-30ºC)</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/gl309c-310c-311c-312c-sf6-free-circuit-breakers.htm">GL312c Live Tank Circuit-Breakers (-50ºC)</a></li> </ul> </li> <li>Dead Tank Circuit-Breakers <ul class="cat-list-tt-it"> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/hvmv_equipment/catalog/dt1-145g-63-sf6-free.htm">DT1-145g 63</a></li> </ul> </li> </ul> </div> </div> <div class="dd-side-eb">  </div> </div>  <div class="menu-container hidden" data-content="automation" id="nav-automation" > <div class="dd-drk menu-subc" data-target="content-display-auto"> <div class="dd-drk-item menu-item active" data-content="auto-content6"> <a class="-ittl"> <div class="m-cat">Digital Data Collection</div> <div class="m-arrow"></div> </a> </div> <div class="dd-drk-item menu-item" data-content="auto-content7"> <a class="-ittl"> <div class="m-cat">Energy Efficiency Solution</div> <div class="m-arrow"></div> </a> </div> <div class="dd-drk-item menu-item" data-content="auto-content3"> <a class="-ittl"> <div class="m-cat">GridBeats™</div> <div class="m-arrow"></div> </a> </div> <div class="dd-drk-item menu-item active" data-content="auto-content1"> <a class="-ittl"> <div class="m-cat">Asset Monitoring & Management</div> <div class="m-arrow"></div> </a> </div> <div class="dd-drk-item menu-item" data-content="auto-content2"> <a class="-ittl"> <div class="m-cat">Protection, Control & Metering</div> <div class="m-arrow"></div> </a> </div> <div class="dd-drk-item menu-item" data-content="auto-content4"> <a class="-ittl"> <div class="m-cat">Critical Infrastructure Communications</div> <div class="m-arrow"></div> </a> </div> <div class="dd-drk-item menu-item" data-content="auto-content5"> <a class="-ittl"> <div class="m-cat">Substation Solutions</div> <div class="m-arrow"></div> </a> </div> </div> <div class="content-display" id="content-display-auto">  </div> <div class="btm-eb"></div> </div>   <div class="hidden-content" id="auto-content6"> <div class="dd-catcont"> <div class="dd-cat-ovw"> <a class="dd-cat-ovw-tt" href="/grid-solutions/grid-automation/digital-data-collection.htm"> <h3>Overview</h3> <div class="m-arrow"></div> </a> <p>The collection of required asset condition data from the field on a large scale for GE Vernova and 3rd party electrical equipment is a key step in building a robust Asset Performance Management strategy. Grid Services specialists are constantly evaluating and implementing new innovative inspection technologies applying strict processes and methods. The digital inspections methods are designed to improve the efficiency of data collection, oil analysis and online monitoring. All new approaches to capture data are integrated into the EnergyAPM ecosystem for automatic data transfer.</p> </div> </div> <div class="dd-side-eb">  </div> </div>  <div class="hidden-content" id="auto-content7"> <div class="dd-catcont"> <div class="dd-cat-ovw"> <a class="dd-cat-ovw-tt" href="/grid-solutions/grid-automation/energy-efficiency-solution.htm"> <h3>Overview</h3> <div class="m-arrow"></div> </a> <p>Energy costs are significant expenses for utilities and industries at large, particularly those that are energy-intensive or operate heavy machinery. Between 5% and 25%* of the expenses in these organizations are allocated to energy payments, with up to 15%** of this energy consumption being wasted during operations.</p> </div> </div> <div class="dd-side-eb">  </div> </div>  <div class="hidden-content" id="auto-content1"> <div class="dd-catcont"> <div class="dd-cat-ovw"> <a class="dd-cat-ovw-tt" href="/grid-solutions/md.htm"> <h3>Overview</h3> <div class="m-arrow"></div> </a> <p>GE Vernova offers a wide range of solutions to monitor and manage critical assets on the electrical grid, detect and diagnose issues and provide expert information and services to customers. Our asset monitoring and diagnostics portfolio includes solutions for single- and multi-gas transformer DGA, enhanced transformer solutions and switchgear monitoring, as well as software and services. </p> </div> <div class="dd-cat-list"> <h4>Product Categories</h4> <ul class="cat-list-tt"> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/md/multi.htm">Multiple Gas Transformer</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/md/single.htm">Single Gas Transformer</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/md/primary-asset-monitoring.htm">Primary Asset Monitoring</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/md/software.htm">Software and Services</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/md/enhanced-transformer-monitoring.htm">Enhanced Transformer Monitoring</a></li> </ul> </div> <div class="dd-cat-list no-separator"> <h4>General</h4> <ul class="cat-list-tt"> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/quality-design/">Commitment to Quality</a></li> </ul> </div> </div> <div class="dd-side-eb">  </div> </div>  <div class="hidden-content" id="auto-content2"> <div class="dd-catcont"> <div class="dd-cat-ovw"> <a class="dd-cat-ovw-tt" href="/grid-solutions/protection-relays.htm"> <h3>Overview</h3> <div class="m-arrow"></div> </a> <p>GE Vernova's Grid Solutions business electrifies the world with advanced grid technologies and systems, enabling power transmission and distribution from the grid to homes, businesses, and industries effieciently and reliably. </p> </div> <div class="dd-cat-list"> <h4>Product Categories</h4> <ul class="cat-list-tt"> <li> Generator Protection <ul class="cat-list-tt-it"> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/generation.htm#large">Large Size Generators (>40MVA)</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/generation.htm#smallmedium">Small to Medium Size Generators (<40MVA)</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/generation.htm#groundprotection">Ground Protection</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/generation.htm#special">Special Applications</a></li> </ul> </li> <li> Transformer Protection <ul class="cat-list-tt-it"> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/transformer.htm#powergen">Power Generation & Transmission </a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/transformer.htm#distributionhi">Distribution & Industry (>5MVA)</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/transformer.htm#distributionlo">Distribution & Industry (<5MVA)</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/transformer.htm#special">Special Applications</a></li> </ul> </li> <li> Line Protection <ul class="cat-list-tt-it"> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/transmission.htm#transmission">Line Differential with Distance - Transmission </a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/transmission.htm#distribution">Line Differential with Distance - Distribution</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/transmission.htm#distance">Distance Protection</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/transmission.htm#railway">Railway Catenary</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/transmission.htm#special">Special Applications</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/transmission.htm#accessories">Accessories</a></li> </ul> </li> <li> Bus Protection <ul class="cat-list-tt-it"> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/bus.htm#distributed">Distributed Bus Protection</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/bus.htm#centralized">Centralized Bus Protection </a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/bus.htm#highimpedance">High Impedance Bus Differential </a></li> </ul> </li> <li> Feeder Protection <ul class="cat-list-tt-it"> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/distribution.htm#transmission">Transmission & sub-transmission </a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/distribution.htm#multiplefeeder">Multiple Feeder Protection </a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/distribution.htm#withmimicdiagram">Distribution & Industry (with mimic diagram) </a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/distribution.htm#compactcase">Distribution & Industry (compact case)</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/distribution.htm#lvovercurrent">LV overcurrent </a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/distribution.htm#special">Special Applications </a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/distribution.htm#accessories">Accessories </a></li> </ul> </li> <li> Motor Protection <ul class="cat-list-tt-it"> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/motor.htm#lhp">Large Induction Motors</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/motor.htm#mhp">Medium to Large Induction Motors</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/motor.htm#smhp">Small to Medium Induction Motors</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/motor.htm#lvmotors">LV Motors</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/motor.htm#special">Special Applications</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/motor.htm#accessories">Accessories</a></li> </ul> </li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/single.htm">Single Function</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/auxiliary.htm">Auxiliary Relays</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/accessories.htm">Accessories</a></li> <li> Controllers <ul class="cat-list-tt-it"> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/controllers-switches.htm">Transmission-class Bay Controllers</a></li> </ul> </li> <li> Gateways & RTUs <ul class="cat-list-tt-it"> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/gateways_rtu.htm#gateways">Gateways and RTUs </a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/gateways_rtu.htm#accessories">Accessories</a></li> </ul> </li> <li> Merging Units <ul class="cat-list-tt-it"> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/merging-units.htm">Networked Merging Units</a></li> </ul> </li> <li> Fault Recorders & PMUs <ul class="cat-list-tt-it"> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/fault-recorders-pmu.htm#dfr">Digital Fault Recorders (DFR) </a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/fault-recorders-pmu.htm#pmu">Phasor Measurement Unit (PMU) </a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/fault-recorders-pmu.htm#software">Software</a></li> </ul> </li> <li> Metering <ul class="cat-list-tt-it"> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/meters.htm#pqm">Power Quality Meters</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/meters.htm#power">Power Meters</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/meters.htm#submeters">Submeters</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/meters.htm#enclosures">Meter Enclosures </a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/meters.htm#software">EPM Meter Software</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/meters.htm#transducers">iSTAT Transducers (CE Listed) </a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/meters.htm#measurementcenters">iSTAT Measurement Centers (CE Listed)</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/meters.htm#istatsoftware">iSTAT Software </a></li> </ul> </li> </ul> </div> <div class="dd-cat-list no-separator"> <h4>General</h4> <ul class="cat-list-tt"> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/quality-design/">Commitment to Quality</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/gsa.htm">GSA Schedule</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/support.aspx">Technical Support</a></li> </ul> </div> </div> <div class="dd-side-eb">  </div> </div>  <div class="hidden-content" id="auto-content3"> <div class="dd-catcont"> <div class="dd-cat-ovw"> <a class="dd-cat-ovw-tt" href="/grid-solutions/gridbeats/"> <h3>Overview</h3> <div class="m-arrow"></div> </a> <p>GridBeats™ is a portfolio of software-defined automation solutions for grid digitalization. The portfolio is designed to enable utilities and industrial customers to ensure a stable, efficient energy supply amidst the growing integration of renewable energy sources and aging infrastructure.</p> </div> <div class="dd-cat-list"> <h4>Product Categories</h4> <ul class="cat-list-tt"> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/grid-automation/energyapm.htm">EnergyAPM</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/grid-automation/device-management.htm">Device Management Solution</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/services/cybersecurity/">CyberSecurity</a></li> </ul> </div> </div> <div class="dd-side-eb">  </div> </div>  <div class="hidden-content" id="auto-content4"> <div class="dd-catcont"> <div class="dd-cat-ovw"> <a class="dd-cat-ovw-tt" href="/grid-solutions/communications.htm"> <h3>Overview</h3> <div class="m-arrow"></div> </a> <p>GE Vernova's Critical Infrastructure Communications solutions deliver comprehensive networks that are designed to be secure, flexible, and tailored to meet customers' objectives and unique geographic requirements. </p> </div> <div class="dd-cat-list"> <h4>Product Categories</h4> <ul class="cat-list-tt"> <li>Industrial Wireless <ul class="cat-list-tt-it"> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/communications/licensedsolutions.htm">Licensed Solution</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/communications/unlicensedsolutions.htm">Unlicensed Solution</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/communications/catalog/mdsorbit.htm">Cellular Solutions</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/communications/networkmanagement.htm">Network Management & Provisioning</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/communications/catalog/mdsio.htm">I/O Solutions</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/communications/wirelessaccessories.htm">Accessories & Enclosures</a></li> </ul> </li> <li>Hardened Optical Networks <ul class="cat-list-tt-it"> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/communications/packetswitched.htm">Packet Switched Solutions</a></li> <li><a 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HVDC systems utilize power electronics technology to convert AC and DC voltage and are ideal for supporting existing systems or building new power highways.</p> <p> GE is globally recognized for designing, manufacturing and delivering customized HVDC solutions for utilities worldwide. With over 130 years of pioneering experience, GE offers two HVDC technologies, Line Commutated Converters (LCC) and Voltage Source Converters (VSC), to support a broad range of applications and deployable in different schemes including overhead line (point to point), back to back, submarine/land cable and offshore. </p> <p>Every HVDC solution is tailored and designed based on a project-by-project assessment of the customers' individual requirements, whether it's for connecting offshore wind generation, long distance power transmission, or energy trading between independent networks.</p>  <div class="clear"></div> </div> </div>  <div class="main_container">  <div class="contact-info"> <a href="https://resources.gegridsolutions.com/hvdc/hvdc-systems-brochure" class="lt-blue-btn-bd" style="margin-bottom: 0" target="_blank">HVDC systems brochure</a> <a href="https://resources.gegridsolutions.com/hvdc" class="lt-blue-btn-bd" style="margin-bottom: 0" target="_blank">HVDC Resources</a> <br> <a href="https://resources.gegridsolutions.com/hvdc/a-customer-technical-seminar-hvdc-interconnection-of-renewable-energy-from-wind-and-solar" class="lt-blue-btn-bd" style="white-space: nowrap; width: auto; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; margin-top: 10px;" target="_blank">SEMINAR: HVDC INTERCONNECTION OF RENEWABLES</a> <a href="/grid-solutions/contact.htm?loc=17#Sales" style="margin-top: 10px;" class="lt-blue-btn-bd last">Contact the HVDC team</a> </div> </div> <div class="main-bluebg-container">  <div class="content"> <div class="section-header"> <h1>What is HVDC</h1> </div> <div class="mosaic"> <ul class="uf-video"> <a class="uf-video-tile" href="https://resources.gegridsolutions.com/hvdc/hvdc-how-does-it-work" target="_blank"> <li class="mosaic-box box-item"> <div class="norm"> <figure class="tile-thumbnail"> <img src="https://content.cdntwrk.com/mediaproxy?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdfjwbjdffd4z4.cloudfront.net%2Fcatalog%2Fvideo_apps%2Falstom%2F148398_hvdc_hdiw%2FHVDC-how-it-works_new.jpg&size=1&version=1591367068&sig=018f644014d8e5cdfefc7c173a0899e9&default=hubs%2Ftilebg-blogs.jpg" alt="HVDC - How Does It Work?" > </figure> <h4>HVDC - how does it work</h4> <p class="tile-label-text"> <span>Watch video</span> </p> </div> <div class="roll"> <p>At the core of this technology are ultra high performance converter stations which transform high voltage AC into DC. The electricity is then transported as Direct Current via high voltage transmission lines over distances of up to several thousands of kms. </p> <p class="tile-label-text"> <span>Watch video</span> </p> </div> </li> </a> <a class="uf-video-tile" href="https://resources.gegridsolutions.com/hvdc/hvdc-valve-testing-facility-in-stafford-uk-2" target="_blank"> <li class="mosaic-box box-item"> <div class="norm"> <figure class="tile-thumbnail"> <img src="https://content.cdntwrk.com/files/aHViPTEwNDI5MSZjbWQ9aXRlbWVkaXRvcmltYWdlJmZpbGVuYW1lPWl0ZW1lZGl0b3JpbWFnZV81ZWYxMGVkM2M3MGIwLmpwZyZ2ZXJzaW9uPTAwMDAmc2lnPWFlMjM4YzZjZDFlOGRkZmEyYjhhNjk0ZDY4MWFlNzAz" alt="HVDC Valve Testing Facility in Stafford, UK" title="HVDC Valve Testing Facility in Stanfford, UK" > </figure> <h4>HVDC Valve Testing Facility in Stafford, UK</h4> <p class="tile-label-text"> <span>Watch video</span> </p> </div> <div class="roll"> <p>GE's new state-of-the-art HVDC Valve Testing Facility (VTF) in Stafford, UK is the world's first fully programmable waveform generator for HVDC valves. With test capabilities up to 90,000 volts and 6,000 amps for both LCC and VSC technologies, the VTF gives you testing accuracy like never before.</p> <p class="tile-label-text"> <span>Watch video</span> </p> </div> </li> </a> <a class="uf-video-tile" href="https://resources.gegridsolutions.com/hvdc/wild-series-on-hvdc-2" target="_blank"> <li class="mosaic-box box-item"> <div class="norm"> <figure class="tile-thumbnail"> <img src="https://content.cdntwrk.com/mediaproxy?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcontent.cdntwrk.com%2Ffiles%2FaHViPTEwNDI5MSZjbWQ9aXRlbWVkaXRvcmltYWdlJmZpbGVuYW1lPWl0ZW1lZGl0b3JpbWFnZV81ZWQ2OTZiMWYwOWVlLmpwZyZ2ZXJzaW9uPTAwMDAmc2lnPWU2M2VhMjUxYjMzYjg1MjgwZmMxZTg0Y2Y0ZTY1MWU3&size=1&version=1591212455&sig=d46a7198a46ed0fe5daec17041df2c3a&default=hubs%2Ftilebg-blogs.jpg" alt="Wild Series on HVDC" title="Wild Series on HVDC" > </figure> <h4>Wild Series on HVDC</h4> <p class="tile-label-text"> <span>Watch video</span> </p> </div> <div class="roll"> <p>“Tested” host Adam Savage and “Innovation Nation” correspondent Alie Ward travel to Germany to visit the facility where GE builds the world’s largest power transformer. From there, Adam and Alie board a helicopter to visit the DolWin Alpha Offshore Converter in the North Sea and the facility where the wind power is converted to help power one million German homes.</p> <p class="tile-label-text"> <span>Watch video</span> </p> </div> </li> </a> </ul> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="main_container">  <div class="content"> <h1>HVDC Technologies</h1> <div class="box-container"> <ul class="hvdc-technologies"> <li class="box"> <div class="img-overlay"> <h6 class="overlay-header">Voltage Source Converter (VSC)</h6> <img src="images/tech-vsc.jpg" alt="VSC technology" width="460"> </div> <div class="box-content"> <p>Voltage Source Converter is a newer technology based on power transistors with a reduced footprint compared to LCC technology. VSC is an ideal technology for submarine/land cable interconnection, integrating renewables, offshore and urban infeed applications.</p> <p>VSC is available as point to point, back to back, submarine/land cable and offshore schemes. </p> <div class="tech-btns"> <a href="files/vsc-scheme-R002.pdf" class="dk-blue-btn">VSC Schemes</a> </div> </div> </li> <li class="box"> <div class="img-overlay"> <h6 class="overlay-header">Line Commutated Converter (LCC)</h6> <img src="images/tech-llc.jpg" alt="LCC technology" width="460"> </div> <div class="box-content"> <p>Line Commutated Converters Line Commutated Converter is a mature cost effective HVDC technology based on thyristor power semiconductors, which enables the bulk transfer of power of up to 8 GW with low losses and inherent DC fault protection.</p> <p>LCC is available as point to point overhead line and submarine/land cable and is ideally suited for back to back schemes.</p> <div class="tech-btns"> <a href="files/lcc-scheme-R002.pdf" class="dk-blue-btn">LCC Schemes</a> </div> </div> </li> </ul> </div> </div> </div> <div class="main_container">  <div class="content"> <h1>eLumina<sup>TM</sup> HVDC Control System </h1> <h2>GE’s Most Advanced Digital Control System for HVDC Applications</h2> <p>GE’s latest fully-digital industrial HVDC Control System is designed to enable utilities to efficiently move more power further with a higher degree of controllability, thus improving power quality and maximizing overall grid performance. Built using GE’s proven technology, with fully redundant systems and state-of-the-art software, eLumina delivers a reliable, high-performance platform consisting of:</p> <div id="hvdc-cont-sys"> <img src="images/img-eluminia.png" alt="GE's most advanced control system - eLumina" width="940"> <div id="cont-sys-btns"> <a href="https://resources.gegridsolutions.com/hvdc/hvdc-elumina-brochure" class="white-btn-bd" target="_blank"><span>eLumina<sup>TM</sup></span> Brochure</a> <a href="/grid-solutions/powerd/catalog/elumina_info.htm" class="white-btn-bd">infographic</a> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="main_container">  <div class="content" id="maxsine"> <h1>HVDC Valves</h1> <h2>MaxSine<sup>TM</sup>, GE’s Most Advanced HVDC Valve</h2> <div class="fl-left"> <p>Utilizing cutting-edge technological advancements, GE has developed its most advanced MaxSine valve specifically to address the complex challenges of the grid.</p> <p>MaxSine™ is a Modular Multi-Level Converter (MMC) consisting of multiple submodules connected in series to form a “chain-circuit”. With this topology, quasi-sinusoidal voltage waveforms can be created and no filter is required for connection to the grid.</p> <p><a class="dk-blue-btn" href="https://resources.gegridsolutions.com/hvdc/hvdc-valves-brochure" target="_blank">HVDC Valve Brochure</a></p> </div> <div class="fl-right"> <video width="450" height="253" poster="images/maxsine-video-thumbnail-02.jpg" controls > <source src="files/vsc_valve.mp4" type="video/mp4"> <source src="files/vsc_valve.ogg" type="video/ogg"> Your browser does not support the video tag. </video> </div> <div class="clear"></div> </div> </div> <div class="main-bluebg-container" id="hvdc-explorer">  <div class="content"> <h1>HVDC Interactive Explorer</h1> <p style="margin: 20px auto; width: 85%;">Explore and interact to learn about GE’s HVDC solutions to provide utilities with efficient transfer of power, improved power quality, and improved grid performance</p> <div> <a href="https://resources.gegridsolutions.com/hvdc/hvdc-explorer" target="_blank" ><img src="images/app-screen-drift2.gif" width="900" height="526" alt="HVDC interactive explorer" title="HVDC Interactive Explorer" ></a> </div> </div> </div> <div class="main_container dk-blue-bg">  <div class="content" id="cta-contact"> <p>What to know more about our solutions?</p> <a href="/grid-solutions/contact.htm?loc=17#Sales" class="lt-blue-btn-bd">Contact the HVDC team</a> </div> </div> <div class="main_container">  <div class="content hvdc-key-proj"> <h1>Delivering Advanced HVDC Projects Globally</h1> <p style="margin: 20px auto; width: 85%;">GE has designed, delivered and supports an installed HVDC capacity of more than 35 GW globally in a broad range of applications and environments. The below details are a selected representation of HVDC projects.</p> <div class="mosaic"> <ul class="case-study"> <li class="mosaic-box box-item" id="cs-01"> <h3>HVDC Voltage Source Converters for Efficient Connection of Renewable Energy</h3> <a href="https://resources.gegridsolutions.com/hvdc/case-study-dolwin3-hvdc-voltage-source-converters-for-efficient-connection-of-renewable-energy" class="lt-blue-btn" target="_blank">Learn more</a> </li> <li class="mosaic-box box-item" id="cs-02"> <h3>A New Power Highway Through The Alps To Build Europe’s Energy Grid</h3> <a href="https://resources.gegridsolutions.com/hvdc/case-study-piedmont-savoy-hvdc-line" class="lt-blue-btn" target="_blank">Learn more</a> </li> <li class="mosaic-box box-item" id="cs-03"> <h3>Transmitting Power and Controlling Voltage with HVDC in Sweden</h3> <a href="https://resources.gegridsolutions.com/hvdc/case-study-south-west-link-hvdc" class="lt-blue-btn" target="_blank">Learn more</a> </li> <li class="mosaic-box box-item" id="cs-04"> <h3>Delivering Efficient Energy Highways in India</h3> <a href="https://resources.gegridsolutions.com/hvdc/case-study-champa-800-kv-hvdc-delivering-efficient-energy-highways-in-india" class="lt-blue-btn" target="_blank">Learn more</a> </li> </ul> <div><a href="https://resources.gegridsolutions.com/white-papers-case-studies?7021602=hvdc" class="dk-blue-btn">More projects & white papers </a></div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="main-bluebg-container" id="hvdc-applications">  <div class="content"> <h1>Applications</h1> <p style="margin: 20px auto; width: 85%;">GE is globally recognized for designing, manufacturing and delivering customized HVDC solutions for utilities worldwide.</p> <div class="mosaic"> <ul class="hvdc-app"> <a href="customer-stories.html#case1"> <li class="mosaic-box box-item" id="case1"> <h3>Transferring Bulk Power Over Long distances</h3> </li> </a> <a href="customer-stories.html#case2"> <li class="mosaic-box box-item" id="case2"> <h3>Interconnecting Grids</h3> </li> </a> <a href="customer-stories.html#case3"> <li class="mosaic-box box-item" id="case3"> <h3>Connecting Offshore Wind</h3> </li> </a> <a href="customer-stories.html#case4"> <li class="mosaic-box box-item" id="case4"> <h3>Infeed Urban Areas</h3> </li> </a> <a href="customer-stories.html#case5"> <li class="mosaic-box box-item" id="case5"> <h3>Connecting Renewable Generation</h3> </li> </a> <a href="customer-stories.html#case6"> <li class="mosaic-box box-item" id="case6"> <h3>Multi-terminal HVDC systems and DC Grids</h3> </li> </a> </ul> </div> </div> </div> <div class="main_container" id="hvdc-tl">  <div class="trans-block"> <div class="content"> <h1>Over 130 Years of HVDC Innovation and Experience</h1> <div class="box-container"> <img src="images/timeline2.png" alt="History of GE's HVDC" title="History of GE's HVDC" width="940"> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="main_container">  <div class="contact-info"> <a href="https://resources.gegridsolutions.com/hvdc/hvdc-systems-brochure" class="lt-blue-btn-bd" target="_blank">HVDC systems brochure</a> <a href="https://resources.gegridsolutions.com/hvdc" class="lt-blue-btn-bd" target="_blank">HVDC Resources</a> <a href="/grid-solutions/contact.htm?loc=17#Sales" class="lt-blue-btn-bd last">Contact the HVDC team</a> </div> </div>  <script type="text/javascript" src="js/home_movies.js?2"></script> <footer> <div class="content-container"> <div class="footer-gs flex-wrapper"> <div class="flex-item flex-col-1">Grid Solutions </div> <div class="flex-item flex-col-2"> <div class="gs-footer-menu flex-wrapper"> <div class="flex-item"> <h4>Quick Links</h4> <ul> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/services/alm-services/flexible-service-agreement.htm">Flexible Service Agreements</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/services/support-hvmv.htm">HV/MV Equipment</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/PowerD/catalog/HVDC.htm">HVDC Systems</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/catalog/agile-feeder.htm">Multilin Feeder</a></li> <li><a href="https://store.gegridsolutions.com/" target="_blank">Online Store</a></li> </ul> </div> <div class="flex-item"> <h4>Help & Support</h4> <ul> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/OurCompany.htm">About Us</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/multilin/salesoff.htm">Where to Buy</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/contact.htm">Contact Us</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/suppliers/">Suppliers</a></li> <li><a href="/grid-solutions/Resources.htm">Resources</a></li> <li><a href="https://jobs.gecareers.com/global/en/ge-vernova-jobs" target="_blank">Careers</a></li> </ul> </div> <div class="flex-item"> <h4>Follow Us On</h4> <ul id="social-icons"> <li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/gevernova" target="_blank"><img src="/grid-solutions/img/IN.svg" alt="LinkedIn Icon"></a></li> <li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/gegridsolutions" target="_blank"><img src="/grid-solutions/img/YT.svg" alt="YouTube Icon"></a></li> <li><a href="https://x.com/gevernova" target="_blank"><img src="/grid-solutions/img/X.svg" alt="X Icon"></a></li> </ul> </div> </div> <p class="footer-legal gs-legal">©2024 GE Grid Solutions, LLC, a GE Vernova company, and/or affiliates. 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