Bernd Schüpferling
Product Lifecycle Manager Gas Insulated Medium Voltage Switchgear Siemens AG
Mr. Schüpferling completed his apprenticeship at the Siemens Technical Academy, graduating with the title “Associate Engineer.” He has over 33 years of experience in the field of gas‑ and air‑insulated medium‑voltage switchgear. Throughout his career at Siemens, he has acquired in‑depth expertise in secondary technology, digitalization, and instrument transformers. In addition, he participates in various CIGRE, CIRED, and IEC working groups. In his current role as Product Lifecycle Manager, he is responsible for innovative projects such as “Smart Ring Main Units” and “Sustainable and Digital Distribution Substations
2026 Event Agenda Sessions
Panel Discussion: Designing Tomorrow’s Grid: F-Gas-Free MV Switchgear and the Path to EU Compliance
The new EU F-gas Regulation is accelerating the transition to SF₆-free medium-voltage switchgear across utilities, industry, and infrastructure projects. This session explores how fluorine-free technologies, meet upcoming regulatory requirements while maintaining reliability, safety, and compactness. Real-world deployment insights highlight what engineers and procurement specialists must consider staying future-proof and compliant
Wednesday 20 May 10:30 - 11:10 Central Grid
Sustainability and Energy Efficiency
The new EU F-gas Regulation is accelerating the transition to SF₆-free medium-voltage switchgear across utilities, industry, and infrastructure projects. This session explores how fluorine-free technologies, meet upcoming regulatory requirements while maintaining reliability, safety, and compactness. Real-world deployment insights highlight what engineers and procurement specialists must consider staying future-proof and compliant
Central Grid Europe/Madrid
