Transmission, Distribution and Substation

The utility industry is rapidly changing and the increasing demand for reliability, resiliency and security has never been more important. Utilities are tasked with meeting electrification demands through grid modernization and infrastructure upgrades, integrating new technologies and automation, harnessing distributed energy resources, upgrading cybersecurity processes, navigating new government regulatory policies, and designing systems to better manage operations.  

Wesco has a broad portfolio of solutions, programs and project services to help utilities harden and modernize their transmission, distribution and substation infrastructure. We partner with investor-owned utilities, (IOUs) public powers, contractors, and engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) firms to drive efficiency and reliability at all stages of their power projects. 

Transmission and Distribution Utility Project Solutions

The journey towards a more resilient and reliable grid means that utilities must make upgrades in infrastructure, implement automated distribution and asset management technologies, leverage efficient distributed energy resources, develop a comprehensive cybersecurity framework, and continue grid hardening efforts.

When it comes to large, complex utility projects, Wesco can help you put it all together. From planning to project completion and close-out, Wesco is dedicated to our customers throughout their entire project cycle. With years of experience and in-depth knowledge in the utility industry, we are a trusted partner to help utilities shape their future.

  • Engineering services and project and management
  • BOM development from designs
  • Materials packaging
  • Technology-driven solutions
  • Project controls and project scheduling
  • Cost management
  • Data and risk management

Substation Solutions

With decades of experience in the utility industry, Wesco offers a comprehensive range of products, solutions and services for future-ready grid projects, transmission and distribution substations, and renewable energy substations. We bring an extensive knowledge of substation design and innovative solutions to help utilities meet the requirements of any project, from inception to completion. 

We offer an extensive portfolio of materials and services for substation and advanced communications, security and monitoring products in addition to traditional substation products. 

Wesco’s expertise in underground medium and high-voltage materials packaging means we can deliver customized sizing, kitting and packaging services for complex projects, specialized needs and essential distribution components for substation packages. We offer:

  • Design coordination
  • Engineering review/coordination
  • RFQ breakdown and estimating
  • Extensive supplier network
  • Materials procurement
  • Coordination of project
  • Project management
  • Supply chain expertise
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Building the Utility of the Future

When utilities explore how to design and build their next large-scale or multi-site capital infrastructure project, they look to Wesco as a single point of accountability. We deliver a diverse range of vital components, services and solutions that enable the transmission and distribution of electricity with improved efficiency, reliability and security.

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From evaluation to project implementation, Wesco acts as a trusted partner to utilities by providing industry-leading support and customized smart metering infrastructure solutions including advisory services, technology and product selection, project management and detailed reporting, skilled field labor and meter warehousing, recycling and disposal.

From evaluation to project implementation, Wesco acts as a trusted partner to utilities by providing industry-leading support and customized smart metering infrastructure solutions including advisory services, technology and product selection, project management and detailed reporting, skilled field labor and meter warehousing, recycling and disposal.

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There are immense benefits for utilities that embrace technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), IoT devices and automation solutions. From optimizing power grid efficiency and reliability, to risk reduction, and streamlining processes, these technologies are helping transform the utility landscape.

 

Wesco is dedicated to helping our utility customers unlock the potential of these technologies, offering a comprehensive approach to planning, integration and deployment.

There are immense benefits for utilities that embrace technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), IoT devices and automation solutions. From optimizing power grid efficiency and reliability, to risk reduction, and streamlining processes, these technologies are helping transform the utility landscape.

 

Wesco is dedicated to helping our utility customers unlock the potential of these technologies, offering a comprehensive approach to planning, integration and deployment.

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With the growing number of connected devices, microgrids and renewable energy sources, utilities need an experienced partner that can provide a holistic approach to their connectivity needs. Wesco provides a total solution approach to network connectivity that is essential for grid modernization and enhanced reliability, security and flexibility.

With the growing number of connected devices, microgrids and renewable energy sources, utilities need an experienced partner that can provide a holistic approach to their connectivity needs. Wesco provides a total solution approach to network connectivity that is essential for grid modernization and enhanced reliability, security and flexibility.

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With the essential services that today’s utilities provide, it is critical to invest in robust cybersecurity infrastructure and technologies to mitigate risk and enhance grid security.

With the essential services that today’s utilities provide, it is critical to invest in robust cybersecurity infrastructure and technologies to mitigate risk and enhance grid security.

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Wesco can support utilities to connect generation efficiently and effectively to the grid with proven solutions and technologies. These include the ability to build network control centers, deliver decentralized, modular and flexible designs, provide emergency generation, battery storage and backup options for improved energy security and resilience.

Wesco can support utilities to connect generation efficiently and effectively to the grid with proven solutions and technologies. These include the ability to build network control centers, deliver decentralized, modular and flexible designs, provide emergency generation, battery storage and backup options for improved energy security and resilience.

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Robust and resilient physical security measures must be in place to safeguard utility infrastructure from security breaches, theft, vandalism or other threats. Wesco can assist utilities with physical security solutions and protocols tailor-made to protect substations, plants and facilities today and in the future.

Robust and resilient physical security measures must be in place to safeguard utility infrastructure from security breaches, theft, vandalism or other threats. Wesco can assist utilities with physical security solutions and protocols tailor-made to protect substations, plants and facilities today and in the future.

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Wesco supports natural gas initiatives with an infrastructure in place to provide products, services and resources from top industry suppliers. Our warehousing network is set up to handle the distribution of pipe, valves and fittings (PVF) solutions across the country.

Wesco supports natural gas initiatives with an infrastructure in place to provide products, services and resources from top industry suppliers. Our warehousing network is set up to handle the distribution of pipe, valves and fittings (PVF) solutions across the country.

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Technology Support 

Our advanced digital solutions and technical support empower utilities to meet evolving customer expectations and maintain seamless operations.

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Emergency Response Support

From incident planning and training to storm response kits, you can count on Wesco to help your operations recover quickly from natural disasters. With warehouses and team members located across the country, Wesco rapidly responds to emergencies by providing:

24/7 access to a highly motivated resource team that has successfully supported restoration for events such as hurricanes, heat waves, fires, wind, tornadoes, snowstorms and other disasters.

Mobilization of resources throughout the country, sending drivers, trucks, material, buyers and warehouse workers to the point of need quickly and efficiently.

Accurate material lists of “must-have, never-out” items to streamline the procurement timeline and minimize waste.

 

Supply Chain Solutions for Grid Modernization

From strategy to execution, Wesco’s reputation for delivering proven solutions for supply chain efficiency and agility and for finding smarter, faster ways to reduce costs and streamline processes, sets us apart from the competition. Our comprehensive and customizable supply chain services, lean procedures and innovative approaches are specifically designed to address the challenges that modern utilities are facing and help them implement long-lasting solutions.

Wesco is committed to helping utilities, IOUs, municipalities, co-ops, and renewable power generators meet customer expectations today and in the future. Our power solutions and project services support the integration of sustainable energy platforms while delivering resiliency, reliability, power quality, and data security.

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