by Justin Walters | Mar 30, 2023 | Macomb County, Reliability Work Updates
DTE Energy is committed to providing our customers with the power they need and the reliability they deserve. To support that commitment, DTE crews have been working at a substation in Armada, Michigan, replacing an out-of-commission transformer. The replacement is...
by Justin Walters | Mar 20, 2023 | Macomb County, Reliability Work Updates, Wayne County
DTE crews were recently in Springfield to replace an old, weathered power pole that snapped at its base. The pole weakened from years of harsh weather conditions and decay caused by moisture… Weathering like this can even cause some poles to lean, as you can see...
by Justin Walters | Feb 21, 2023 | Macomb County, Reliability Work Updates
Cross arms are essential components of power line infrastructure. They are horizontal beams that are attached to utility poles and support electrical conductors. Over time, cross arms can become infected with fungi or infested by insects, leading to splintering,...
by Justin Walters | Feb 10, 2023 | Livingston County, Reliability Work Updates
“Cutouts” serve as the unsung heroes of reliability. They are safety devices used to protect electrical equipment and ensure safe energy distribution. They work by disconnecting power in the event of a short circuit to prevent further damage. A recent project in...
by Justin Walters | Feb 10, 2023 | Reliability Work Updates, Wayne, Wayne County, Your Neighborhood
DTE reliability crews were recently seen in Wayne County, working hard in Canton. Their task was to replace an old, weathered power pole that had snapped at its base. Due to years of harsh weather conditions and decay caused by moisture, it had become weakened. This...
