The Egyptian Electricity Transmission Company has awarded a contract to the Engineering Office for Supplies and Electromechanical Works to supply, install, and complete the automatic fire suppression system with compressed air at the Itai El-Barud substation with a voltage of 220/66/11 kV. This move aims to improve efficiency and enhance protection at the substation. The decision was reported on September 22, 2026.

The Itai El-Barud substation plays a crucial role in Egypt's power transmission network, and upgrading its fire suppression system is essential to ensure the reliability and safety of the electrical infrastructure. The Engineering Office for Supplies and Electromechanical Works will be responsible for the installation and completion of the new system.

The Egyptian Electricity Transmission Company is continually working to upgrade and maintain its infrastructure to meet the growing demands of the country's power sector. The company has been investing in various projects to enhance the efficiency and reliability of the transmission network. The latest contract awarded is part of these efforts.

The fire suppression system at the Itai El-Barud substation will be designed to detect and extinguish fires quickly and effectively, minimizing potential damage to the equipment and ensuring the safety of personnel. The new system will utilize compressed air technology, which is a reliable and efficient method for fire suppression.

The Engineering Office for Supplies and Electromechanical Works has experience in providing electromechanical solutions and services to the Egyptian power sector. The company has a track record of delivering high-quality projects, and its expertise will be valuable in completing the fire suppression system at the Itai El-Barud substation.

The upgrade of the fire suppression system at the Itai El-Barud substation is expected to be completed within a reasonable timeframe, allowing the substation to continue operating safely and efficiently. The Egyptian Electricity Transmission Company will continue to monitor and maintain the substation to ensure its optimal performance.

The Egyptian government has been emphasizing the importance of maintaining and upgrading the country's power infrastructure to meet the growing demands of the population and economy. The awarding of the contract to upgrade the fire suppression system at the Itai El-Barud substation is part of these efforts to enhance the reliability and safety of the power sector.

Key points

  • The Egyptian Electricity Transmission Company awards a contract to upgrade the fire suppression system at the Itai El-Barud substation.
  • The Engineering Office for Supplies and Electromechanical Works will supply, install, and complete the automatic fire suppression system.
  • The upgrade aims to improve efficiency and enhance protection at the substation.

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