A distribution substation is a type of electrical substation that serves as a switching and transformation point for the transmission of electrical power from transmission lines to local distribution lines. Distribution substations typically have high-voltage switchgear, transformers, and capacitor banks to provide
voltage control and support for the parallel operation of several circuits. The equipment is usually housed in an enclosed steel structure or an open yard.
The security of distribution substations and other electrical grid components is one of the most important concerns of every nation. Substation and power generation utilities are always at risk for terrorist activity, but theft and vandalism are more common threats.
The need for physical security is no longer an option; it’s a necessity. Physical protection of power grids and critical components like distribution substations require multi-layered approaches that can only be achieved by combining various technologies to provide sufficient coverage that critical facilities and infrastructures require.
A Systematic Approach To Distribution Substation Perimeter Security:
- Deter
Avoidance of security incidents in the first place is always the best outcome. - Detect
Security technology can reliably detect intrusion attacks. - Delay
Detection at the perimeter provides additional time for security forces to assess and respond. - Assess
Integrating video management systems with perimeter sensors maximizes situational awareness. - Communicate
An effective response requires the right people to have the right data at the right time. - Respond
Engage response force – on-site, remote operators, or law enforcement agencies
Senstar’s perimeter security solutions include:
FlexZone
Fence-mounted locating sensors
- Accurate and cost-effective
- Easy to install on an existing fence
- Scalable for any perimeter size
FiberPatrol FP400
Fence-mounted fiber optic sensors
- intrinsically safe and cost-effective
- EMI and lightning immune
Senstar LM100
- 2-in-1 intrusion detection and lighting solution
- Detect and deter intruders
Symphony VMS
- Scalable, affordable video management with built-in analytics
- Outdoor people and vehicle tracking
- PTZ auto-tracking
Senstar’s MultiSensor Cameras and Distribution Substation Protection
Senstar’s MultiSensor cameras are an ideal solution for securing the perimeter of distribution substations, using advanced technologies like radar, PIR sensors, accelerometers, and video analytics to deliver precise and reliable intrusion detection. Specifically engineered to perform in critical infrastructure environments, these cameras provide extensive coverage and reduce false alarms, ensuring that only legitimate threats trigger alerts. Integrated with the Senstar Symphony Common Operating Platform, MultiSensor cameras deliver real-time situational awareness, helping protect substations against unauthorized access, vandalism, and theft and supporting the safety and reliability of essential power distribution networks.