ISLAMABAD, Aug 12 (APP):National Tra
nsmission and Despatch Company Limited (NTDC) has successfully added a 250 MVA auto
transformer at 500 kV Grid Station Sheikhupura to enhance its power tra
nsmission capacity.
The augmentation work of existing 160 MVA, 220/132 kV auto
transformer (T-8) with 250 MVA, 220/132 kV auto
transformer has been completed by Project Delivery (North) Lahore, said a press release.
A shutdown was approved up to August 14 for completing this work, however, NTDC team completed the project 03-days before the scheduled shutdown period by deploying extra resources.
The augmentation of this auto
transformer will enhance the loading capacity of 500 kV Grid Station Sheikhupura and provid
e relief to the areas under Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO).
The enhanced capacity of this grid station will ensure smooth power supply, which will benefit the domestic, commercial and industrial consumers.
Deputy Managing Director (AD&M), Engr. Rasheed A. Bhutto and Deputy Managing Director (P&E), Engr. Qaiser Khan appreciated the Project Delivery (North) Lahore team for successful completion of the project.
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