Insulation tests on electric motors and generators: DC High Potential Testing (HiPot)
The objective of this technical article is to provide certain criteria and time intervals for conducting insulation tests on electric motors, generators and other electrical equipment. Testing is done to… Read more
Nov 06, 2023 | By Edvard Csanyi

Field secrets and warnings in power transformer mechanical check and visual inspection
Let’s discuss the visual and mechanical inspection procedures for oil-filled power transformers. It’s important, very important to examine a variety of key checkpoints, both external and internal to transformers, all…...
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Sep 11, 2023 | By Muhammad Kashif

Thoughtful considerations to design MV/LV distribution substations for extended service life
The installation of a new MV/LV electrical substation is often part of a more global project, and it is not always the subject of very detailed attention. However, the consideration… Read more
Sep 04, 2023 | By Power Systems and Services

Advice and warnings for proper handling, earthing and testing of current transformers
Welcome to the third and final part of our comprehensive series on current transformers (CTs) and their secondary circuits. In Parts 1 and 2, we covered various aspects of CT…...
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Jul 31, 2023 | By Muhammad Kashif

A detailed checklist for the installation and commissioning of Gas-Insulated Substations (GIS)
Gas-insulated substations (GIS) are critical components of modern electrical power systems, providing efficient and compact solutions for the transmission and distribution of electricity. These substations utilize sulfur hexafluoride (SF6) gas…...
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Jul 17, 2023 | By Muhammad Kashif

Choosing between AIS and GIS substation design: Factors you MUST take into consideration
For the last sixty years, gas-insulated substation (GIS) has been used in applications related to substations all over the world, and this use of the technology is becoming an increasingly… Read more
Jul 10, 2023 | By Edvard Csanyi

The art of predicting the fate of a power transformer by looking into a cup of oil
Insulation medium is an indispensable part of a power transformer, and the interesting thing about it is that it can drop dead at any time. Most of the time, this…...
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Jan 09, 2023 | By Salem Alshahrani

The most common Gas-Insulated Switchgear (GIS) faults and a case of 220kV CB cubicle
Over decades since its inception, GIS switchgear demand is still prevalent in these present times due to its compact built, reliability, and maintenance advantages compared to conventional Air-insulated switchgear. Even…...
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Oct 17, 2022 | By Lark C. Cosedo

Key points on how to design a fault-tolerant and reliable facility distribution system
Nowadays, power system reliability is more important than ever. Regardless of how reliable the individual power-system components may be, some sort of power-system redundancy is necessary to attain high levels… Read more
Jul 18, 2022 | By Edvard Csanyi

Capacitor banks protection, cautions and maintenance tips
It would not be wrong to say that humanity has never consumed so much electricity, and to make the paradox bigger, there is still a lack of energy. The sharp…...
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Apr 04, 2022 | By Rahmatullah Alam

Never let an electric motor drop dead. Learn how to listen and read the motor’s soul.
Like any other machine, electric motors are vulnerable to faults, which might lead to catastrophic failure of the machine in the long run if left unmonitored. In this technical article,…...
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Nov 29, 2021 | By Rahmatullah Alam

Deterioration of high-voltage equipment foundations often neglected during maintenance
Foundations of high-voltage equipment (breakers, disconnectors, CTs, VTs, etc.) and other elements like transmission towers are often neglected in terms of maintenance and condition monitoring. In the long run, this… Read more
Oct 25, 2021 | By Edvard Csanyi

Practical troubleshooting of power interruption in fully operational 33/11 kV substation
Power interruptions are one of the most critical issues that require a swift and effective remedy in a power substation. The power utility substations in the voltage level of 33/11…...
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Oct 04, 2021 | By Bishal Lamichhane

On-site transformer diagnostic measurements: The art of troubleshooting and maintenance
Transformer life management requires a portfolio of the different kinds of on-site electrical tests to be performed. This is where things get complicated. The purposes for performing these tests include… Read more
Sep 13, 2021 | By Edvard Csanyi

Uprating and expanding existing power substations (good practice and recommendations)
All actions involving substation construction require heavy planning. This is especially true of a program of substation uprating or expansion. The trend is toward the assessment of existing substations and… Read more
Jul 05, 2021 | By Edvard Csanyi
