Positron Power supplies specialized testing equipment that evaluates the condition of energized insulators and other high‑voltage gear without shutting down the system. Its portable testers deliver real‑time diagnostic data and automated preventive‑maintenance alerts, allowing utilities and substation operators to schedule repairs before failures occur.
Funding
$14.2M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Power utilities and substation operators often lack reliable methods to detect defects in energized insulators and other high‑voltage equipment while personnel are working on live lines, leading to unexpected outages, equipment damage, and safety hazards.
Solution
Positron Power provides specialized testing equipment that can assess the condition of energized insulators on transmission lines and substation gear without de‑energizing the system. The devices generate preventive‑maintenance alerts when insulation degradation is detected, enabling utilities to schedule repairs before failures occur. In addition, Positron offers high‑voltage isolation and protection products that safeguard communication equipment and personnel in substations and other high‑voltage facilities. The combined offering supports continuous safe operation of the grid and reduces downtime and safety incidents.
Target Audience
Primary customers are electric power transmission and distribution utilities, as well as substation operators responsible for maintaining high‑voltage infrastructure and ensuring worker safety.
Features
- Portable testers capable of measuring insulation integrity on live transmission lines and substation equipment
- Real‑time diagnostic output with automated alerts for preventive maintenance planning
- High‑voltage isolation products that protect communication hardware from voltage transients
- Personal protective equipment designed for use in energized environments
- Isolated power solutions for safe operation of auxiliary systems within high‑voltage facilities