10th August, 2024 Leeds, United Kingdom

AssetCool a leader in the development of functional coatings for overhead conductors, announces the successful demonstration of its latest innovation, SE05. Known for its flagship products SE01 and SE02, which enhance conductor capacity through maximizing solar reflectivity and thermal emissivity, AssetCool now expands its product range with SE05, a platform designed specifically to reduce wet audible noise through superhydrophilicity.

The phenomenon of wet audible noise in overhead conductors, caused by water droplets landing on the conductor's surface, causing the familiar “hum” can have significant health and social implications for residents in the vicinity of overhead lines. This causes significant planning concerns for utilities who are typically compelled to do anything reasonable and practical to ensure the wellbeing of the local stakeholders. SE05 addresses this by creating a superhydrophilic surface that minimizes the water contact angle, thereby substantially reducing noise discharge. This novel technology was rigorously independently tested at TUV Graz, confirming its effectiveness in noise reduction compared to uncoated conductors.

AssetCool’s CEO, Dr Niall Coogan, commented on this breakthrough: "We are very encouraged by the impressive data from our recent tests. Our ability to leverage advanced application platforms, including robotic technology and in-factory application methods, alongside our expertise in formulation science, allows us to tackle a variety of challenges faced by utilities. With our conductor coating formulation platform, we can address issues related to capacity, ice accretion, corona noise, and corrosion. This milestone highlights our commitment to providing a wide range of innovative solutions to big problems in the T+D industry."

SE05’s development is built upon AssetCool’s deep understanding of the performance and durability constraints of overhead transmission and distribution platforms. The company’s tuneable chemistry platform has once again proven instrumental in creating a solution that not only meets but exceeds industry expectations.

The full scientific details of SE05’s technology and performance will be reported through official scientific channels and technical data room.