Electrical solution specialist ACTOM has through its MV Switchgear (MVS) division launched its SBV4XE switchgear offering. Developed as the popular SBV4 and SBV4E’s successor, the latest product from MVS represents a significant step forward as the SBV4XE has incorporated modern features that further enhance performance, functionality and cost saving.
Rhett Kelly, MVS’s Design & Development Manager, says, “In developing the SBV4XE, we sought to retain the outstanding features of our previous models while introducing a host of significant improvements. Drawing upon our extensive experience, spanning 50 years, in switchgear manufacturing, we have re-imagined the SBV4E.”
The SBV4XE’s features include:
- Enhanced mechanisms: The spring and cam follower mechanism redesign has used alternative materials, reducing costs without compromising reliability.
- Efficient operations: The opening and closing releases require less energy, resulting in improved energy efficiency.
- Reduced maintenance: A lower parts count in the circuit breaker operating mechanism requires less maintenance, leading to reduced ownership costs.
- Emission reduction: Arc cooling pressure relief devices have been integrated into the housing assembly, mitigating emissions during internal arc faults.
- Optimised manufacturing: The housing assembly is now bolted and riveted instead of welded, streamlining production and offering inherent corrosion resistance.
- Cost-competitive assembly: The vacuum interrupter pole assembly is more cost-competitive, ensuring affordability without sacrificing quality.
- Lightweight construction: Components are manufactured using aluminium and zinc-coated steel sheeting, providing corrosion resistance and enhanced galvanic bonding properties.
- Advanced current transformers: The ring bar and base current transformers utilise epoxy resin insulation with an earth-screened bar primary and toroidal core.
Overall improvement
Donovan Stevens, ACTOM Switchgear Division CEO, states, “The SBV4XE represents a significant leap forward in switchgear technology for our company and the industry. Its innovative features and cost-saving enhancements mean that we are able to offer our customers unparalleled value, reliability and ease of use. We are excited to introduce this ground-breaking solution to the market.”
Mervyn Naidoo, ACTOM Group CEO, adds, “ACTOM is committed to delivering cutting-edge electrical solutions that address the evolving needs of our customers. The SBV4XE is a testament to our dedication to innovation and excellence, and we are confident it will set new benchmarks in the industry.“
Enquiries: www.actomswitchgear.co.za
