Free white paper by industry experts explaining how IEC 61850 digital substations boost reliability, real-time automation, and grid resilience.

The energy grid is changing faster than it has in a century. As renewables and decentralized power sources come online, today’s substations must evolve into intelligent, flexible, and resilient digital substations.

Our new white paper charts the journey from thousands of copper wires to a streamlined IEC 61850-based network. Discover how replacing analog cables with high-speed fiber and standardizing on IEC 61850 unlocks real-time monitoring, advanced automation, and unprecedented efficiency.

In the white paper, our industry experts reveal how to make this a reality. You’ll get insights from David Åkerman (Westermo’s Global Energy Director) and Jos Zenner (CTO, Welotec) on tackling grid stability, data management, and cybersecurity challenges. See how powerful edge computing and  resilient networking enables utilities to modernize confidently,  ensuring the smart grid of tomorrow is intelligent, secure, and future‑proof.

 About the Authors

David Åkerman
Market Director Energy at Westermo
David Åkerman is a seasoned leader
in the energy sector. He brings a deep technical foundation to his strategic role.David is a recognized voice in the industry, frequently speaking about the transformation of energy systems driven
by renewables and digital technologies. 
Jos Zenner
CTO at Welotec GmbH
Jos Zenner is the Chief Technology Officer at Welotec GmbH and a member of the steering committee of the vPAC Alliance. He specializes in leading product management and R&D within the digitalization sector, with a particular focus on the electric grid and digital substations. 

What You’ll Learn

  • IEC 61850 Demystified: Understand the standard’s role as the backbone of substation automation

  • Network Architecture Best Practices: Explore optimal digital substation layouts (Process Bus vs. Station Bus) and zero-loss redundancy designs (HSR/PRP) for uninterrupted operation.

  • Real-world Solutions: See how Westermo & Welotec’s IEC 61850-certified hardware provides a robust, secure foundation for smart grids.

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