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As winter approaches, the frequent occurrence of cold waves and temperature drops poses significant challenges to the safe and stable operation of the power grid. In response, the State Grid Qingdao Power Supply Company is proactively fulfilling its social responsibilities by implementing a series of preventive measures. The company is preparing for thorough inspections of transmission lines ahead of the cold wave season, to ensure the reliability of the power grid, and safeguard the regional electricity supply.

In response to low temperatures and the rising electricity demand, State Grid Qingdao Power Supply Company has promptly formulated and implemented targeted measures to ensure a stable power supply. The company has enhanced equipment operation and maintenance by increasing inspection frequencies for critical substations, transmission lines, and distribution facilities within its jurisdiction. Leveraging advanced technologies such as drones, visual monitoring devices, and infrared thermometers, potential issues are quickly identified and resolved, enabling timely defect elimination and ensuring the reliability of the power grid.

Photo courtesy of State Grid Qingdao Power Supply Company

During periods of cold wave-induced temperature drops, State Grid Qingdao Power Supply Company organizes staff for specialized night patrols to promptly address vulnerabilities in the power grid. Identified risks and defects are systematically analyzed, with tailored rectification and emergency response plans developed accordingly. The company is advancing the routine use of drones for inspections, utilizing them to capture images of towers, hardware, power lines, trees beneath the lines, and construction sites. This method enables the rapid detection of potential risk points while overcoming line-of-sight blind spots encountered during ground patrols. Additionally, infrared thermography equipment is employed to monitor key nodes, closely examining the external insulation of equipment to ensure the safe and stable operation of the power grid.

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Going forward, State Grid Qingdao Power Supply Company will continue to uphold the principle of “Power Industry for the People,” constantly enhancing the robustness of the power grid and the operation and maintenance levels of grid equipment. The company is committed to providing the West Coast New Area with safer, higher quality, and more stable power supply services to support its socio-economic development and improve the lives of the local population.