Unlock Precision Grounding & EMI Solutions with CDEGS SW & Keentel Engineering

At Keentel Engineering, we know every reliable power system starts at ground level—literally. That’s why our licensed engineers deliver advanced grounding, earthing, EMI mitigation, and electromagnetic-field (EMF) analysis with the world-renowned CDEGS® software suite.

Since its first validation in 1974, CDEGS (Current Distribution, Electromagnetic Fields, Grounding & Soil-Structure Analysis) has been the global benchmark for grounding-grid design, lightning and surge studies, AC/DC interference mitigation, and environmental EMF compliance. Keentel Engineering couples that toolset with 30 + years of HV/MV project experience to give your substation, transmission line, renewable plant, pipeline, or industrial facility field-proven electrical safety.

Why CDEGS® matters

• Accurate soil & grid modelling – multilayer or exponential soil resistivity, complex conductor networks
• Fault-current distribution & GPR – touch/step voltage per IEEE 80, IEC 61936
• Lightning & switching-surge analysis – high-frequency transients, shielding optimisation
• EMI / EMF assessment – inductive, capacitive, conductive coupling on pipelines, rail & telecoms
• Environmental impact – corona, RI/AN, EMF reports for permitting and regulatory compliance

When millivolts—and project dollars—count, CDEGS delivers laboratory-validated results trusted by utilities, energy developers, and regulators worldwide.

CDEGS-Driven Engineering Services at Keentel

1 Grounding & Earthing System Design

• Field soil-resistivity testing (Wenner, Schlumberger, Dipole-Dipole)
• IEEE 80 / IEC-compliant grounding-grid sizing and optimisation
• Ground-potential-rise (GPR), touch- and step-voltage assessments

2 Electromagnetic-Interference (EMI) Mitigation

• AC / DC interference studies for pipelines, railways, telecom cables
• Right-of-way impact analysis with inductive- and capacitive-coupling models
• Mitigation layouts and material specs to meet utility limits

3 Lightning Protection & Surge Analysis

• Shield-wire and mast optimisation for substations and lines
• Switching-surge and high-/low-frequency transient simulations
• EMF impact evaluation of direct and indirect lightning strikes

4 Line & Cable Parameter Computation

• Self / mutual impedance, admittance and capacitance (overhead, UG, pipe-enclosed)
• Detailed MultiLines® models for fault-current split and relay studies
• Support for complex meshed or hybrid AC/DC networks

5 Electrical Environmental Impact Assessments

• Corona discharge, radio-interference and audible-noise predictions
• EMF exposure reports for public-health and permitting compliance
• Complete documentation for state and federal environmental filings
  
  

From routine grounding checks to multi-frequency surge investigations, Keentel couples CDEGS precision with PE-sealed engineering to deliver actionable, regulator-ready solutions.

Need system-wide load-flow or stability studies? See our Power-System Studies page.

CDEGS modules we put to work

Keentel Engineering taps the full SES-CDEGS toolbox to match each project’s scope:

• Grounding: AutoGround®, MultiGround®, MultiGround+®
• Conductor parameters: MultiLines®, MultiLines+® (overhead, underground, pipe-enclosed)
• EMF & EMI studies: MultiFields®, MultiFields+®
• Environmental & lightning: SESEnviro® (RI/AN/EMF), SESShield® (shielding)
• Advanced analysis: AutoGrid Pro®, SESTLC®, HIFREQ, TRALIN, SPLITS, FFTSES
  
  

From a straightforward grounding check to a multi-frequency surge-transient investigation, Keentel blends science, software and PE-sealed engineering into actionable, compliant, and safety-focused solutions.

CDEGS-Powered Engineering — Frequently Asked Questions

1 | What is CDEGS?

A field-validated software suite—Current Distribution, Electromagnetic Fields, Grounding & Soil‐Structure Analysis—used for grounding-grid design, EMF/EMI studies, lightning-surge modelling, soil-resistivity analysis and fault-current distribution.

2 | How long has CDEGS been trusted?

Since 1974. Utilities, EPCs and regulators worldwide rely on its peer-reviewed accuracy.

3 | Which services does Keentel deliver with CDEGS?

Grounding/earthing optimisation • EMF assessments • EMI mitigation
• Lightning-shielding & transient studies • Line/cable parameter modelling • Environmental EMF / corona compliance for transmission projects.

4 | Which CDEGS modules do you use?

AutoGround®, MultiGround+®, MultiLines+®, MultiFields+®, SESEnviro®, SESShield®, plus HIFREQ, TRALIN, SPLITS, FFTSES.

5 | Can CDEGS model complex soils?

Yes—uniform, two-layer, multi-layer and exponential profiles, even in dam forebay/tailbay zones.

6 | How are EMI studies performed?

CDEGS quantifies inductive, capacitive and conductive coupling between energized lines and co-located pipelines, rail or telecom cables, then designs mitigation.

7 | Does it handle lightning and switching surges?

Absolutely—MultiFields+ and AutoTransient simulate high-frequency disturbances on networks and grounding systems.

8 | How accurate are CDEGS results?

Validated by field measurements, scale models and independent analytical checks—one of the most proven tools in the industry.

9 | Do you model fault-current distribution?

Yes. We calculate current split among grids, overhead ground wires, neutrals, sheaths and pipelines for complete fault studies.

10 | Which industries benefit?

Transmission & distribution utilities 
• Solar, wind, BESS developers
• Oil & gas pipelines 
• Rail transit 
• Telecom & data-centre campuses 
• Heavy industry.

11 | What touch-/step-voltage analyses can you provide?

Touch, step and ground-potential-rise (GPR) reports compliant with IEEE 80, IEC 61936 or bespoke specs.

12 | Can you help with environmental compliance?

Yes—SESEnviro® studies for radio interference, audible noise, corona loss and EMF exposure.

13 | Does CDEGS integrate with CAD?

DXF import/export streamlines model build; Keentel leverages this for rapid, precise layouts.

14 | How clear are the visuals and reports?

3-D views via SESSystemViewer / GRServer plus narrative, regulator-ready reports.

15 | Do you provide post-study support?

Full hand-off: we walk clients through results, design tweaks and compliance submissions.

Why choose Keentel Engineering

30 + years of power-system know-how – grounding, HV/MV substations, transmission & renewables

Licensed P.E. team – multi-state credentials for design and sign-off

CDEGS precision – field-validated modelling trusted by utilities worldwide

Standards-ready deliverables – reports that satisfy IEEE, NESC, IEC & utility specs the first time

Client-centric workflow – clear updates, firm schedules and on-budget delivery

Ready for CDEGS-grade precision?