How do we manage to be flexible and customisable while also bringing you the speed and simplicity of pre-fabricated, modular substations? It’s all in the strategy of understanding what most power projects of a particular kind share and what aspects often need to be customised. Our people have flexible attitudes which means that, when faced with a challenge, they can adapt to make the solution fit the need.
With our flexibility and customisation in switchgear substations TGOOD Global is meeting the evolving demands of modern power systems. As energy networks grow more complex due to the integration of renewable energy sources, electric vehicles and smart grid technologies, the ability to tailor switchgear substations to specific operational requirements becomes increasingly important.
One of the key reasons flexibility is essential is the diversity of applications and environments in which substations operate. Urban substations, for instance, often face space constraints and require compact, modular switchgear solutions. In contrast, rural or industrial settings may prioritise ease of installation, robustness and scalability. Customisable switchgear allows engineers to design substations that suit the physical, environmental and functional needs of each location, ensuring optimal performance and safety.
Modular design
Traditionally, substations are custom-designed for each location, built on site, spread over a wide area and assembled using disparate components. In contrast, TGOOD’s modular prefabrication approach delivers pre-assembled, pre-tested units housed in environmentally secure enclosures.
‘This allows for faster production and full control over the quality of the final product delivered to the customer’—Helmut Rebstock, CEO of TGOOD Global.
Although containerised switchgear is not new, TGOOD is differentiated by enclosures specifically designed to accommodate switchgear requirements and withstand harsh environmental conditions. This includes custom frame design, material choice and environmental controls. Our modular substations are smaller, lighter, stronger and more adaptable than most of the competition, making them easier to install and better suited to space-constrained or remote sites.
Customisation
Customisation also enhances energy system reliability and efficiency. By selecting TGOOD substation components and configurations that align with the specific load profiles, fault levels and maintenance strategies of a given installation, operators can reduce downtime and improve fault management. This tailored approach supports predictive maintenance and condition monitoring, which are crucial for minimising operational disruptions and extending power equipment lifespan.
During tendering and project execution, TGOOD Global teams design substation solutions to suit each application and communicate about them with the customer. Our flexibility even extends into the pre-commissioning phase where equipment undergoes factory acceptance testing and sometimes the changing needs of a client can be accommodated. Because of our customer-first approach to substation manufacture we are led by needs and we are motivated to achieve project success.
Future-proof substation design
The renewable energy transition is driving the need for substations that can adapt to changing load patterns and distributed generation. TGOOD’s flexible switchgear systems can accommodate future upgrades, such as the addition of new feeders, integration of battery storage or connection of decentralised energy resources. This future-proofing capability is essential for utilities aiming to maintain grid stability while supporting decarbonisation goals.
From a cost perspective, customisation can lead to significant savings over the lifecycle of the substation. The long-term benefits include reduced energy losses, lower maintenance costs and improved asset utilisation. Additionally, TGOOD’s modular and prefabricated switchgear designs can accelerate deployment and reduce on-site construction time, further enhancing cost-effectiveness.
TGOOD’s flexibility and customisation in switchgear substations are essential for building resilient, efficient and future-ready power infrastructure. We empower utilities and industries to respond dynamically to technological advancements, regulatory changes and evolving energy demands, ensuring that electrical networks remain robust and adaptable in a rapidly changing world.
