Transformer Protection
Understanding Bushing Failure Modes and Monitoring for Optimal Transformer Health
Digital Twins for Substations: Bridging the Physical and Digital Worlds
Transformer Protection

FirstEnergy Explores Alternatives to PJM Capacity Market
In a strategic move aimed at enhancing its power supply reliability, FirstEnergy is actively exploring alternatives to the PJM capacity market. This development reflects the company’s proactive approach to addressing challenges within the existing market structure and ensuring a more robust and resilient energy supply for its customers.
Understanding the PJM Capacity Market
The PJM capacity market, administered by PJM Interconnection, is a critical component of the region’s electricity market, which spans parts of the...
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Why event-based fault type identification is better than a sample-by-sample approach
Introduction Fault type identification is an important step in dissolved gas analysis (DGA). When a significant amount fault gas production is detected in a transformer, we want to know what kind of physical condition could be responsible for the gassing. Knowing the type of fault can help to...

Transmission Construction Industry Leader Retires and Sells at Absolute Auction!
S.E., Inc. has been providing the very best in Transmission Powerline Construction for over (40) years throughout the Western United States. Brothers Mark, Steve, David, and Craig Sorenson have decided to retire and pursue other interests. Everything in the auction is owned by S.E., Inc. and will...

A New Approach to High Voltage Insulation System Testing
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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, cooling, and arc suppression. Traditionally, mineral oil has been the industry standard due to its effective dielectric properties...

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 modern substations, playing a vital role in the transmission and distribution of electricity. However, due to the high-voltage operations, flammable insulation materials, and exposure...

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 utilities worldwide struggling to procure essential equipment due to material shortages, manufacturing delays, and logistical constraints. Transformers are the backbone of electrical...

MITIGATING TRANSFORMER FAILURES: ADVANCED MONITORING AND MAINTENANCE STRATEGIES
Power transformers are critical assets in electrical transmission and distribution networks. Their failure can lead to widespread outages, costly downtime, and potential safety hazards. As transformers age and operate under varying electrical and environmental stresses, degradation becomes...

Transmission Construction Industry Leader Retires and Sells at Absolute Auction!
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Understanding Bushing Failure Modes and Monitoring for Optimal Transformer Health
Monitoring the health of bushings is vital for ensuring the reliability of transformers, especially in high-stakes environments like power grids and industrial facilities. Bushings, critical components of transformers, are prone to various failure modes that can lead to operational inefficiencies...