Utility Automation
Utility Automation

Utility Automation

Since our inception in 1915, Black & Veatch has been at the forefront of developing utility infrastructure, and has been providing transmission and distribution automation services, as part of our large EPC projects for the last 20 years. Our in-depth, historic knowledge of both utility business and utility infrastructure provides a unique background from which to serve our clients. Today, as utilities focus on automation to enable asset management, improve operational efficiency and improve system reliability, Black & Veatch is there with the ideal integration of knowledge and resources to deliver a single-source solution for utility automation.

Technology Applications

  • SCADA Systems
  • Distribution Automation
  • Substation Integration and Automation
  • Automatic Meter Reading
  • Mobile Workforce Management
  • Security and Risk Assessment
  • Asset Management

Market Initiatives

Regulatory compliance and increasing performance standards are driving the needs for automation; you can count on Black & Veatch's wide-depth of technology experience to help meet your business objectives.

  • Service Restoration and Reliability
  • Equipment Upgrades and RTU Replacement
  • Open and Integrated Systems
  • Lower Operating Costs
  • Enhanced Communication and Response Times
  • Regulatory and Security Compliance Issues

Services

  • Project Management
  • Technology Assessments and Master Planning
  • Conceptual and Detailed Design
  • Operator Interface (OI) Development
  • IED Integration and Programming
  • Construction and Construction Management
  • Field Testing and Start-up
  • Training

Experience Highlights

  • Over 200 SCADA/RTU Assignments
  • Over 50 Substation Integration Projects
  • 900+ Substation Design Projects
  • Over 300 Overhead Transmission Design Projects Equaling 7,000+ miles
  • Over 400 Power System and Communication Studies