A culmination of decades-long research, development and product design, ASAInsuTrack707+™ is helping utilities, manufacturers and product designers apply modern materials, methodologies and Industry 4.0 principles in their grid modernization efforts. While traditional insulator technologies have a strong foothold in the industry, changing operating conditions, system stress, and effects of climate change and pollution, advances in manufacturing and materials technologies are revolutionizing the insulator industry.  ASAInsuTrack707+™ is proudly made in Canada with our traditional values of rugged, modern and reliable performance. Let us help you move forward!

The Tracking Wheel Test is utilized to accelerate the aging process of composite insulators to test their resistance to tracking and erosion. There are 4 stations in testing, and the insulator should stay at each station for approximately 40 seconds. In the first station, the insulator is dipped in a contaminant solution. Following this, the insulator moves to the next station to drip off any excess contaminant solution. The insulator is supplied with high voltage at the next station where damage is inflicted to the product. The insulator then moves to the final station where it cools before starting the next cycle. The expected time to transition between stations is around 8 seconds. Standards for this testing require a total test duration of a minimum of 30,000 cycles. This includes repeated cycles of wet cycles and dry cycles to simulate outdoor operating conditions encountered in the field.

Revolutionary design

ASAInsuTrack707+™ is specifically designed to meet the goal – “anyone can operate.” A user-friendly and modern HMI supports initiating, configuring and monitoring the test cycles. A built-in data logger records all test parameters including voltage applied, cycles completed cycles remaining and the leakage current during operation.

ASAInsuTrack707+™ is designed to automatically detect tripping faults, smoke due to the burning of material, and any hardware/firmware issues. The operator is alerted automatically via email of all events of interest.  The fully operated operation includes an automated lift platform to support a 24-hour dry cycle followed by a wet cycle. Sensors maintain the level of water in the tanks and an agitator prevents contaminants from accumulating on the bottom of the tanks. The design allows different lengths and types of insulators.

Ushering Industry 4.0 – Set it and Forget It

ASAInsuTrack707+™ exemplifies Industry 4.0 features:

• Fully automated design –  “Anyone Can Operate.” 
• Modern, fully integrated HMI with built-in data logging and real-time monitoring 
• Predictive maintenance and self-diagnosis capabilities
• Zero manual intervention, increased productivity, safety and efficiency.

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ASAInsuTrack707+™ Technical Specifications

Manufacturer	ASAsoft™ (Canada) Inc. https://lightweightinsulators.com/
Model	HALT – TW1
Year	2024
Input Voltage	240 VAC 3Ph
Testing range	0 – 35,000V
Rated Frequency	50/60Hz (check power supply)
Dimension [testing platform]   L x W x H	129 x 42 x 112 in
Dimension [control panel]L x W x H	40 x 41.5 x 71 in
Current rating	50A (NEMA 14-50)
Interrupting Rating	10kA
Test objects supported	15kV – 35kV: Dead-ends, Station Post and Line Post
	15kV – 28kV: Cutout switches
Tank Capacity	400L per tank
High Voltage contact time	40s per insulator
Total duration for 1 cycle	200s
Pre-set Cycle (Cycle duration with full dip tank)	30,000
Total test Time	Days per spec
Testing options	User configurable 50%, 100%, 150% of pre-set cycle and user set cycles

To learn more, refer to our whitepaper titled “Design and Construction of an Advanced Tracking Wheel for Insulator Materials Testing“.