Practical implications for the design and management of publicly run HV networks and switchgear installations arising out of malfunction and damage statistics compiled by the Austrian Power Stations´ Association (VEO)

The authors discuss the structure and scope of the malfunction statistics of the Austrian power networks. The HV and MV networks are then briefly described. The influence of the malfunction statistics on network management and maintenance is discussed. Means to prevent malfunctions are discussed as is the minimisation of maintenance costs with the aid of new diagnostic systems