Implementation of the repair program for 2019 has begun in the branch of IDGC of Volga, PJSC (included in the Rosseti Group). Works are carried out on power lines and substations (SS).

This year, power engineers will repair 1,644 km of 35-110 kV and 4,082 km of 0.4-10 kV transmission lines. Replacement of 20,528 insulators and 2,557 supports is foreseen in order to ensure its reliable operation. Traditionally, much attention has been paid to clearing transmission lines. In the course of work, mulchers and other means of mechanization are widely used.

The repair program provides for the removal of trees and shrubs in an area of 1,092 hectares. Repair of 214 SS of 35-110 kV and 1071 complete transformer substation 6-10 / 0.4 kV is planned nn the area of responsibility of the branch. All activities of the program are determined on the basis of visual inspections and instrumental inspections of power grid equipment.

The implementation of the repair program in the required volume and in accordance with the regulatory documents will ensure the stable operation of power grid equipment and reliable power supply to consumers in the coming autumn-winter period of 2019-2020.