Analysis of Server Solutions Used for Microclimate Surveillance in LV / MV Switchgear Cells

The present paper presents a short review and discussion of servers used for microclimate supervision in LV (Low Voltage) / MV (Medium Voltage) distribution cells. This solution can be extended to other electrical distribution equipment such as indoor transformers or Low Voltage distribution panels. Considering that the main environmental measurements are temperature, humidity, dust and atmospheric pressure, certain unfavourable conditions may lead to appearance of electrical discharges or partial discharges phenomena inside of the cells. Continuous monitoring is highly recommended to prevent it. Thus, continuous supervision of environmental parameters drives in early identification of deteriorating environmental conditions, and may, subsequently, act as a signal to local or regional coordination to take preventive or predictive measures.