The Compact Secondary Substation market was created when distribution utilities started to move from overhead to underground power lines. With cables underground, the traditional, large step-down substation (with its overhead lines) became impractical. Customers now require a compact piece of equipment that could be intalled quickly with a minimum amount of site work, but still providing the same functionality as an overhead line substation. Substation enclosure design, layout, material and appearance have always been in constant development to provide continuous power in a safe and optimized way. The Transweld CSS design has been tested to the highest safety standards in IEC ranges for CSS applications, which ensures that it provides highest level of safety for the public and operating personnel.

The supply of electricity to rural locations is a challenge to utilities. Our CSS makes it easier to supply, due to its robustness and light weight. Onsite installation and material handling efforts are also minimal. Additionally, the CSS is easier to transport over longer distances and requires less lifting effort. In addition, the smarter networks now being installed around the globe can be controlled and monitored remotely, so CSS units are visited less often and this reinforces requirement of the equipment being as maintenance free as possible. These features all reduce the maintenance effort and cost for the utility.