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The 1999 IEEE/PES Transmission and Distribution Conference and Exhibition will be held at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, LA, USA, from April 11 to 16, 1999. This IEEE/PES sponsored event is the largest exhibition of its type in the world. The conference covers a wide range of topics on all aspects of overhead and underground power transmission and distribution.

The Conference theme, "A Vision Into the 21st Century", recognizes the phenomenal advances that new information, products and material technologies will have in propelling T & D into the next century. The Conference and Exposition will have a common technical focus, "Power Delivery Technology for a New Market", intended to highlight the technology behind the new market brought about by deregulation. Energy companies will continue to place increasing demands for more sophisticated software and equipment to supply, monitor and control various aspects of delivery of power. The technical presentations and exhibits will play a significant role in the development and display of new technology. Come share your expertise and feel the satisfaction of shaping the future.

Check the T & D website for additional information, housing and registration. The website is http://www.99ieeet-d.org

The ICC will be sponsoring/co-sponsoring 12 Panel Sessions and 4 Paper Sessions at the Conference. Details will be released in several stages, so check back from time to time.

URD Cable Rejuvenation - Panel Session #PN01, Tuesday April 13th

Sponsored by the ICC. The Session will be chaired by Jim Tarpley, Orange & Rockland Utilities.

Abstract: Technology now exists to rejuvenate field aged cable without having to remove it from service. This panel will discuss the theory behind the technology, the economic benefits, and field results from various utilities.

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Cable Partial Discharge (PD) Location as a Diagnostic Tool - Panel Session #PN02, Tuesday April 13th

Sponsored by the ICC. The Session will be chaired by Matthew S. Mashikian, IMCORP.

Abstract: Partial Discharge (PD) location as a diagnostic tool for medium voltage cables, that is non-destructive, incorporates the latest technological advances to assist utilities in evaluating the condition of their medium voltage cables. This panel discusses how this technology is applied in the field, the economic benefits, and the technical results, to date.

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Performance of Polymer Insulators - Panel Session #PN03, Wednesday April 14th

Sponsored by the ICC. The Session will be chaired by Carl Landinger, Hendrix Wire & Cable.

Abstract: The availability and use of Polymers for Distribution Insulators has grown extensively over the past few years. The panel will discuss the technical performance of polymers when compared to porcelain, including a technical comparison of the various available polymers. The field performance of polymers in Distribution applications will also be discussed.

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World Wide Practices of High Voltage Accessories - Panel Session #PN04, Wednesday April 14th

Sponsored by the ICC. The Session will be chaired by Harry E. Orton, OCEI.

Abstract: Medium voltage or distribution class cable accessories are an integral part of any underground power cable network and in most cases, must perform equally as well as the cable itself. Regional practices will be presented by the panelists from specific countries from around the World so that a global picture can be given. Topics will include; the specific types of accessories used, operational concerns with these accessories, reliability and the future applications of these devices.

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New Cable Accessories and Their on Standards - Panel Session #PN05, Tuesday April 13th

Sponsored by the ICC. The Session will be chaired by Thomas C. Champion, NEETRAC

Abstract: Panelist will describe recent developments in cable accessories covering the range from secondary voltage through transmission voltage. Some of the innovations call for the consideration of operating conditions and test parameters that have not been covered in existing standards. Products will be described, the important parameters considered in the product design, and the impact on industry standards.

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New Cable Accessory Equipment - Panel Session #PN06, Tuesday April 13th

Sponsored by the ICC. The Session will be chaired by Robert Gear, Usi

Abstract: Panel discussion on advances in new cable accessory products introduced since the 1996 Transmission and Distribution Conference.

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Wildlife Protection Practices for Overhead Electric Power Systems - Panel Session #PN07, Wednesday April 14th

Sponsored by the ICC. The Session will be chaired by : Richard B. Williams, Houston Lighting & Power

Abstract: The ever widening use of computers, and other types of electronic equipment by residential, commercial and industrial customers have made electric power users increasingly critical of any service interruptions. With the advent of deregulation and retail wheeling, the retention of customers has become critical to utilities, but customer loyalty cannot be achieved and retained without a high level of electric service reliability. Wildlife caused outages are a major obstacle to this objective. This panel will explore the cost to utilities of wildlife caused outages, federal regulations governing the protection of endangered species, their affect on utility practices, and solutions to wildlife caused outages.

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Alternatives to PILC Cables - Panel Session #PN08, Wednesday April 14th

Sponsored by the ICC. The Session will be chaired by Paul L. Cinquemani, Pirelli Cable Corporation.

Abstract: Many utilities are currently dealing with an aging downtown network system that utilized PILC cables installed in duct banks that are smaller than today’s standard. Evaluating the economics of installing a completely new duct system, at tremendous cost, versus finding other alternatives is an initiative with all major utilities. This panel discusses the available technology that would allow utilities to use existing duct banks to rehab their network system.

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Diagnostic Testing Of Medium Voltage Cables - Panel Session #PN09, Thursday April 15th

Sponsored by the ICC. The Session will be chaired by Bruce S. Bernstein, Electric Power Research Institute

Abstract: Diagnostic Testing of Medium Voltage Cables is a very broad subject. This panel will discuss all the available diagnostic tools along with historical background, except for the technology associated with partial discharge, which is discussed by another panel session.

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Comparing the Fully Submersible URD System with Pad Mounted URD System - Panel Session #PN10, Wednesday April 14th

Sponsored by the ICC. The Session will be chaired by A. C. Westrom, Westrom Technologies.

Abstract: The panelists will discuss thermal and electrical properties of a new oil free-solid insulation transformer that is impervious to moisture, and is corrosion free. Comparative operational features and economics will be presented for a beginning evaluation by the utility industry relative to the opportunity to revisit a fully submersible URD system construction.

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Diagnostics Measurements Techniques for Power Cables - Panel Session #PN12, Tuesday April 13th

Sponsored by the Power Systems Instrumentation & Measurements Committee and the ICC. Chaired by Eddy So, National Research Council of Canada

Abstract: An overview of aging mechanisms and diagnostics for power cables will be discussed, including isothermal-relaxation-current-analysis, dielectric spectroscopy, partial discharge measurements, and measurements of the harmonic distortion of insulation loss current.

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Matching of Overhead Lines and Underground Cables - Panel Session #PN30, Wednesday April 14th

Jointly sponsored by the ICC and the TPC. The Session will be chaired by Joe Steiner, BICC.

Abstract: "Why these overhead lines cannot be installed underground?" To answer this question, a variety of technical, environmental, and economic factors have to be considered. This Session will explore the international experience with this issue. Some important technical considerations and cost implications will be presented. This Session indicates the beginning of the continuous liaison between two major technical groups of the IEEE Power Engineering Society dealing with overhead and underground high voltage lines. One of the objectives of this joint effort is to provide guidelines for the power electric industry what factors to be considered when a need arises to match overhead and underground line, or to make a decision "overhead or underground".

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Cable Application, Testing and Ratings – Session I, Paper Session #PP01, Tuesday April 13th

Sponsored by the ICC. The Session will be chaired by TBA

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Cable Application, Testing and Ratings – Session II, Paper Session #PP02, Tuesday April 13th

Sponsored by the ICC. The Session will be Chaired by TBA

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Cable Application, Testing and Ratings – Session III - Paper Session #PP03, Wednesday April 14th

Sponsored by the ICC. The Session will be Chaired by TBA

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Cable Application, Testing and Ratings – Session IV - Paper Session, #PP04, Thursday April 15th

Sponsored by the ICC. The Session will be Chaired by TBA

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