Hiko Case Studies

At Hiko Power, our case studies showcase real-world results across New Zealand’s electricity networks. Each project highlights how our solutions improve reliability, safety, and efficiency. These stories demonstrate the innovation and dependability behind our products, helping you make confident, informed decisions for your network’s future.

Enhancing Monitoring with Smart Meters

Case Study – Live CT Retrofitting Hiko Enhancing Monitoring with Smart Meter Integration and Live CT Retrofitting. The challenge: Load monitoring without outages   WEL Networks aimed to modernise monitoring across its distribution transformers, particularly in rural areas where traditional approaches proved infeasible. Traditional distribution network MDI monitoring records the highest peak measured by the device which does not provide

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FFI 275 kV Substation Project

Case Study – FFI 275 kV substation Company Location Timeline Project Overview Products Fortescue Future Industries (FFI) Gladstone TBC The FFI project involved supplying and installing a 275 kV substation for the customer, FFI. This project was successfully delivered on schedule and exemplified Insulect’s competencies in delivering high-quality, tailored electrical engineering solutions. 275kV kV Disconnectors 275kV Dead Tank Circuit Breaker

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New 275kV Substation Switchgear

Case Study – FFI GEM new 275kV Substation Company Location Timeline Project Overview Products Fortescue Future Industries (FFI GEM) Aldoga, Qld 2024 The FFI GEM 275kV Substation powers Fortescue’s green energy hub in Gladstone, with Insulect supplying 275kV Disconnectors, CBs, CVTs, Surge Arrestors, and Station Post Insulators to support reliable high-voltage operations. 275kV Disconnectors CBs CVTs Surge Arrestors Station Post

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Upgrade of Switchgear for Commercial Premises

Case Study – Upgrade of switchgear for commercial premises. Before – 40 yo transformer and switchgear Our Design team was engaged by a network operator to design a wall mount frame with a 1MVA Terasaki Breaker and BusCoupler to replace the existing 40 year old transformer and switchgear. A generator was set up to keep power on to the premises

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Wunghnu Solar Farm

Case Study – Wunghnu Solar Farm Company Location Timeline Project Overview Products Lightsource BP Goulbourne Valley, VIC 2023 The 90 MWdc Wunghnu Solar Farm powers over 27,000 homes, with Insulect supplying 72kV Disconnectors to support safe and reliable high-voltage grid connection. 72kV Disconnectors Overview The Wunghnu Solar Farm is a 90 MWdc solar and battery project in Victoria’s Goulburn Valley,

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