Project Overview

EnergyConnect represents a major infrastructure initiative spanning 700km across three states, establishing critical high-voltage transmission interconnections between NSW, SA, and VIC power grids.

Technical Specifications

ComponentDetails
SA Border to Buronga330 kV, 135km
Buronga to Dinawan330 kV, 376km
Dinawan to Wagga500 kV, 176km
Buronga to Red Cliffs220 kV, 24km
Total Towers~1,500
Tower Spacing460m average

Danubio Tower Specifications

ParameterMeasurement
Maximum Height65m
Average Height60m
Suspension Tower Weight60 tonnes
Angle Tower Weight80 tonnes
Maximum Wingspan50m
Quantity (Wagga-Dinawan)334 towers

Technical Implementation

Key features include:
. Double-circuit configurations
. Self-supporting structures
. Guyed tower options
. Specialized assembly teams
. Offsite pre-assembly
. Strategic laydown areas

Construction Sequence

The process involves:
. Survey and access establishment
. Site clearing
. Foundation pad preparation
. Foundation installation
. Tower assembly
. Conductor stringing


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