Megger Partners with Sentrisense to Revolutionize Grid Monitoring
In a significant move to strengthen energy management solutions, Megger, a leader in electrical testing and asset performance management, has entered a strategic partnership with Sentrisense. This collaboration aims to deliver cutting-edge monitoring technologies at the grid's edge, enhancing utilities' capabilities to address the evolving energy landscape globally.
A New Era of Energy Solutions
The partnership marks a pivotal moment for Megger in its commitment to developing a comprehensive ecosystem integrating online testing, monitoring, and intelligent data analytics tailored for the energy sector. The joint efforts will aid utilities in optimizing grid performance, improving asset reliability, and responding to the increasing demands of modern energy systems.
By merging Megger's expertise in distribution network monitoring with Sentrisense's advanced real-time monitoring technologies focused on transmission networks, the collaboration fosters a shared vision for transforming the energy sector. The integration of Sentrisense's sensor platform will empower utilities to implement dynamic line rating (DLR), ambient line rating (ALR), and asset condition monitoring applications effectively.
Sebastián Cerone, CEO and Co-founder of Sentrisense, emphasized the importance of this cooperation: "Our technology is designed to capture the real-time performance of transmission lines, and through our alliance with Megger, we can now extend this capability worldwide. Together, we will support utilities in deriving insights like never before."
Strengthening Modern Grids
Oliver Opgen-Rhein, VP of Monitoring Solutions at Megger, expressed excitement about combining strengths with Sentrisense: "With Sentrisense, we are turning visions into actions. This partnership is a crucial step in building an end-to-end ecosystem for performance monitoring and optimization at the grid edge. I'm looking forward to collaborating to enhance the reliability, safety, and intelligence of modern grids."
A Commitment to Innovation
The global launch of this initiative will commence with joint commercial and technical programs in select markets by 2025. Utilities can anticipate integrated tools that connect online diagnostics with continuous online visibility and meteorological data, ensuring that they gain unparalleled insights into their grid assets. This initiative reflects Megger's commitment to extending its capabilities throughout the asset lifecycle, reinforcing its position as a key partner for utilities navigating contemporary energy challenges.
In summary, the collaboration between Megger and Sentrisense signifies a transformative step forward in energy grid monitoring and management. As both companies prepare for the innovative journey ahead, stakeholders eagerly await the enhanced solutions that will emerge from this strategic alliance.
About Megger
Founded over 130 years ago, Megger Group is a world-renowned entity in electrical testing and monitoring. It covers nearly every application in the power supply industry, with nine manufacturing facilities spread across Germany, the USA, the UK, and Sweden. The company has expanded significantly through acquisitions and currently holds a pivotal role in various core segments, including cable testing, monitoring, and diagnostics, among others. More information can be found on their
website.
About Sentrisense
Established in 2020, Sentrisense has developed a robust, field-deployable platform capable of autonomously collecting critical conductor metrics such as temperature, tilt, current, and vibration. The SENTRI sensor is designed to operate under extreme conditions, providing real-time information to support DLR, ALR, and predictive maintenance without relying on grid power. The company is headquartered in Barcelona and Buenos Aires and specializes in hardware, firmware, and software tailored for electrical systems. Further details are available on their
website.