There are various reason to use stones in substation and switch-yards. Some important reasons to use stones in substation or switch-yard are listed below.
- To reduce the step potential and touch potential when operators work on switch-yard.
- To eliminate the growth of grass, small weeds and plants inside the switch-yard or substation.
- To protect the moisture content evaporation and to keep the ground wet.
- To provide the high resistance for foot and ground.
- To improve overall working condition if switch-yard.
- To moisture on the floor level get minimized.
- To compensate the vibration in transformer.
- To avoid the entry of animals like rats, snakes, lizards etc..
- To increase the tower footing resistance.
- To prevent the accumulation of rainwater in the switch-yard.
- To prevent fire from oil spillage.
Conclusion
Hope, you have clearly understand the purpose of stones in substations or switch-yard. Make sure to leave your opinion and suggestion about this post in the comment section below.