Substation
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No time to freeze
Minnkota Power Cooperative and Cass County Electric Cooperative recently battled the effects of a rare Christmas ice storm.
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Minnkota crews respond to Christmas ice storm damage
More than 50 transmission line poles are downed or damaged in southeastern North Dakota following a destructive ice storm.
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Welcoming Walle
Minnkota’s new transmission substation will both fortify power reliability and support regional load growth.
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The quest for continuous improvement
Minnkota hosted its first industry peer review in June, welcoming energy experts from across North America.
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Teamwork at its height
Photos from a recent sky-high transmission project illustrate the challenges overcome by Minnkota’s dedicated line crews.
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The full picture of reliability
Infrared camera technology serves an important role in Minnkota’s multipronged preventative maintenance plan.
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Pecking disorder
A transmission line rebuilt by Minnkota Power Cooperative will be protected from woodpecker-caused challenges.
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The Digi-Key difference
A major facility expansion will allow an electronics distribution company to thrive within its rural Minnesota community.
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Reliable power for reliable packages
The FAR1 Amazon Fulfillment Center has become the latest Cass County Electric Cooperative member in a growing Fargo community.
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Substation communication revolution
Minnkota's system-wide deployment of distribution automation technology is rapidly enhancing response and reliability.
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Minnkota board approves 2021 budget
Average wholesale rates are projected to remain stable as Minnkota’s rate structure change is implemented.
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One flight, endless opportunity
Minnkota Power Cooperative is reaching new heights with its LiDAR-based survey program.
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Resiliency to improve reliability
With COVID-19 precautions in place, Minnkota crews have continued through a full docket of projects – and the work is paying off for members.
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Substation creation transformation
3D design software is giving Minnkota opportunities for more efficient engineering and construction.
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Power delivery crews finish rebuild projects
Minnkota's crews dodged rain and cold this fall to bring life to more modern substations and transmission lines.
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Making our grid smarter
A major Minnkota distribution automation project aims to improve outage response and communication with member-owners.
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Minnkota completes Fargo power upgrades
Minnkota Power Cooperative has wrapped up a major conversion project to prepare for the heightened electricity needs of the Fargo-West Fargo community.