Utilities
A History of Innovation and Service
Since 1905, our reliable power grid equipment and innovative technology have positioned us as a global leader in the electrical industry. We bring our deep industry expertise and quality service to every customer, from investor-owned utilities to municipal and rural electric co-ops to renewable energy developers. When you work with G&W Electric you work with a true partner that listens carefully to your needs and develops solutions to meet your specific application challenges
Flexible Solutions for Every Application
We engineer solutions that combine our time-tested equipment and original designs to meet your exact application specifications. Whether you need a site-ready design with pre-installed accessories or a solution tailored to unique environmental challenges, our design flexibility helps you meet your electrical needs.
Meeting Tomorrow’s Power Needs
Our success in electrical distribution is deep rooted — from creating the first disconnecting porcelain pothead to introducing automatic transfer switchgear, we’ve pioneered products that are used every day. To continue this heritage, we invest heavily in R&D for the power grid solutions of tomorrow, along with developing safer, more efficient and more environmentally friendly equipment.
Products Built to Last
To safeguard your operations, our equipment is engineered with the utmost attention to functionality and reliable performance. Our products run on decades-long lifecycles, with many still in service after 30 to 40 years. From design to aftermarket services, we give you peace of mind in knowing the electrical equipment you rely on is built and tested to meet our high quality standards.
100 Years of Service and Innovation
G&W Electric leverages more than a century of expertise to develop solutions tailored to the exact needs of our utility customers. We demonstrate our commitment to their satisfaction with our time-tested electrical equipment and exceptional service.
Sub-transmission Grid Reliability and Resiliency
Overcurrent protection through fault isolation and automatic restoration for temporary faults on overhead sub-transmission lines.
Fire Mitigation Strategies
Reduce the risk of electric ignition with our expert guidance.
Distribution Grid Reliability
Work with us to meet evolving regulations and build tomorrow’s grid.
Air Insulation Switchgear Replacement Solution
See how we can help improve reliability and reduce maintenance costs.
Frequently Asked Questions about Utility Solutions
What electric utility solutions does G&W Electric provide?
G&W Electric provides medium-voltage switchgear, reclosers, fault current limiters and air-insulated switchgear replacement solutions built to improve electric grid resilience for electric utilities.
What types of utilities does G&W Electric serve?
G&W Electric serves investor-owned utilities, municipal and public power utilities, rural electric cooperatives, and renewable energy developers.
How does G&W Electric help utilities improve electric grid resilience?
G&W Electric provides distribution automation, protective switchgear and fault-isolation equipment designed to reduce outage duration and improve service restoration.
Does G&W Electric offer wildfire and fire mitigation solutions for utilities?
Yes. G&W Electric offers fire mitigation strategies to help reduce electric ignition risk; see the Fire Mitigation Strategies page for detail.
