Will the use of AdaptiVolt™ decrease the life span of Load tap changers (LTCs) and step voltage regulators?

No, the implementation of AdaptiVolt™ will not significantly reduce the life of LTCs and voltage regulators.  In most cases, AdaptiVolt™ reduces operations of these devices, sometimes by up to 30%!

The Digital Signal Processing algorithms that AdaptiVolt™ uses to implement Volt/VAR Optimization have the ability to forecast the behavior of the distribution system.  They allow AdaptiVolt™ to make near-optimal Volt and VAR control element decisions, thereby maximizing savings while reducing control element operations.