Background

In an effort to improve productivity, safety, and efficiency at high-voltage power facilities, Ezra Robotics is presenting a robotic solution specifically designed for PT PLN (Persero)'s substations. Implementation has been carried out in several strategic locations, including:

• 500 kV Gandul Substation, Depok, West Java. Ezra Robotics
• 500 kV/150 kV Ungaran Substation, Semarang, Central Java. Ezra Robotics
• 150 kV South Surabaya Substation, Surabaya, East Java. Ezra Robotics
• ULTG South Bali & GI Pemecutan Kl od, Denpasar, Bali. Ezra Robotics
• Barabai Substation, Haruyan, Central Hulu Sungai, South Kalimantan. Ezra Robotics
• GI Galang Batu Lokong, Deli Serdang, North Sumatra. Ezra Robotics

Challenges Faced

High-voltage substations face some special challenges:

• Highly risky work environments: areas with high currents, high voltages, difficult to reach physical conditions.
• The need for regular inspections: early detection of components such as transformers, insulators, cables and control boards is essential to prevent downtime or accidents.
• Limited access and difficult terrain: workers often have to enter confined spaces, enter and exit high spaces, or be in hazardous locations.
• Maintenance efficiency: saving time and money is a necessity because outages and shutdowns are very costly.

Solutions from Ezra Robotics

Ezra Robotics presents an inspection robot equipped with sensors and navigation specifically for substations. Some of its key features include:

• Autonomous navigation in substation environments — able to move between equipment in difficult terrain.
• Multifunction sensor: detects heat (infrared), abnormal sound, visual for identification of damage or anomalies.
• Integration with monitoring systems: inspection results can be forwarded to an analytics dashboard for predictive maintenance.
• Use in various substation locations demonstrates design flexibility and field adaptability.

Impact & Results

With this implementation, Ezra Robotics successfully provided:

• Increased inspection frequency without increasing personnel risk.
• Early detection of damage or anomalies can prevent major damage or outages.
• Savings in time and operational costs because robots can be operated routinely with minimal supervision.
• Proof that robotic technology can be applied in real-world settings such as electrical substations.

Why Is This Relevant to the Industry?

• The energy and utilities industry needs solutions that safe, reliable, And efficient.
• Robotic technologies like these accelerate digital transformation and smart maintenance.
• This demonstrates Ezra Robotics' commitment to providing solutions that are not just “demo technology,” but are ready for use in the field.

Ezra Robotics — Smart Inspections for Power Substations.

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