Transformer Monitoring

The Role of Transformer Oil Alternatives in Improving Safety and Environmental Sustainability

The Growing Need for Safer and Greener Transformer Oils Transformer oil plays a vital role in the operation and longevity of power transformers, providing insulation,…
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How to Improve Transformer Protection

Using symmetrical components for fault discrimination in differential protection BY IMRAN RIZVI, ABB Inc. Classical differential protection schemes are subject to ghost differential currents due…
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Conductive Glues

Electrically conductive pastes in high-voltage transformers BY LISA RINALDO, Prohm-tect As with other components of North American infrastructure such as wastewater and stormwater systems, much…
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Digital Twins for Substations: Bridging the Physical and Digital Worlds

In the rapidly evolving landscape of power grid management, digital twin technology is emerging as a game-changer for substations. By creating virtual replicas of physical…
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A New Approach to High Voltage Insulation System Testing

Speed is the driving force of successful fault prevention. Early detection of insulation deterioration is key for avoiding asset failure, associated unplanned outages, and physical…
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Advancements in Dissolved Gas Analysis: Accounting for Gas Loss

Dissolved gas analysis (DGA) in transformers is a very successful periodic screening method to identify transformers that may be having problems. It is a symptom-based…
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Zensol new instrument for OLTC testing

According to CIGRE A2.34, the dynamic resistance measurement or DRM (OFFLINE) is a test that offers diagnostics for several diverter or selector switch malfunctions such…
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Metal Enclosed Electrical Bus, The Lifeline to the Transformer, What You Should Know and Why It’s Important to Your Bottom Line

Brief Summary:The purpose of this article is to educate power plant operators and maintenance personnel on the importance of metal enclosed electrical bus, an often-overlooked…
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Distribution Transformer DGA – The Future of Monitoring Distribution Systems

Distribution Transformer DGA – The Future of Monitoring Distribution Systems

By Leon White and Traci Hopkins, H2scan Corporation As distributed generation, electric vehicle load, and…
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Dielectric Voltage Testing – Standard Methods

Dielectric Voltage Testing – Standard Methods

There are two standard methods from ASTM International: D877, Standard Test Method for Dielectric Breakdown…
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Grounding Transformers Explained

Grounding Transformers Explained

By R. W. Hurst, Editor Grounding transformers are used to provide a path to ground…
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Navigating the Transformer Supply Crunch: Strategies for Utilities Amidst Global Shortages

Navigating the Transformer Supply Crunch: Strategies for Utilities Amidst Global Shortages

The Growing Transformer Supply Crisis The global transformer supply chain is facing unprecedented challenges, with…
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Enhancing Transformer Resilience: Fire Barriers and Safety Measures in Modern Substations

Enhancing Transformer Resilience: Fire Barriers and Safety Measures in Modern Substations

The Growing Concern of Transformer Fire Risks An Electrical Substation Transformer is a critical component of…
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