Low Voltage
3 most important routine tests for successful verification of a low voltage switchgear
Individual tests or routine verifications are intended to check the essential safety aspects of LV assemblies that could be affected by hazards during mounting or possible manufacturing faults. In principle,… Read more
May 08, 2019 | By Edvard
Testing and Commissioning
7 routine tests for a dry-type transformer you should perform during commissioning
This technical article briefly describes seven very important tests you should perform during commissioning of a dry-type transformer. Usually tests are performed in the factory where transformers are produced. The… Read more
Apr 03, 2019 | By Edvard
Testing and Commissioning
Transformer no-load loss and excitation-current measurements
A transformer dissipates a constant no-load loss as long as it is energized at constant voltage, 24 h a day, for all conditions of loading. This power loss represents a… Read more
Mar 27, 2019 | By Edvard
Testing and Commissioning
Six system requirements of HV and EHV circuit breakers
With the phenomenal growth of the power system (EHV and HV) the duties that a circuit breaker is called upon to perform, besides the ability to handle short circuits, have… Read more
Mar 20, 2019 | By Edvard
High Voltage
Inspection and maintenance of capacitor banks (recommended practices)
Capacitor banks generally require very little maintenance because they are static type of equipment, but don’t be fooled by this statement. Capacitors are well known for their dangerous reaction when… Read more
Feb 13, 2019 | By Edvard
Testing and Commissioning
Transformer pre-commissioning tests and after-receipt checks you MUST perform
Once oil filling is completed, various pre‐commissioning checks and tests are performed to ensure the healthiness of the transformer (or reactor) prior to its energization. Various electrical tests must be… Read more
Dec 26, 2018 | By Edvard
Energy and Power
8 practical applications of testing ground system using clamp-on tester
First of all, it is extremely important that the operator/engineer understand the ground system that is being tested. The clamp-on measurement works well in many situations, but it has limitations… Read more
Aug 08, 2018 | By Edvard
Medium Voltage
The Most Important Tests For Medium Voltage Metal-Enclosed Switchgear (You SHOULD Perform)
The design of the insulation system for metal-enclosed switchgear is based upon life expectancy of about 30 years. However, environmental conditions such as dirt, moisture, and corrosive atmosphere can shorten… Read more
Mar 28, 2018 | By Edvard
Low Voltage
Good Practice Rules For In-Process Inspection Of Low Voltage Switchboard
The purpose of in-process inspection is to ensure product conformity after each manufacturing operation. This process concerns all the manufacturing operations done by the workshop operators. Inspection during the manufacturing… Read more
Mar 21, 2018 | By Edvard
Power Substation
What does a good grounding of the power substation and switching station really mean?
Provision of adequate grounding in a substation and switching stations are very important for the safety of operating personnel as well a electrical devices do not rise above tolerable thresholds… Read more
Dec 18, 2017 | By Edvard
Protection
Primary injection testing of protection system for wiring errors between VTs / CTs and relays
This type of test involves the entire circuit – current transformer primary and secondary windings, relay coils, trip and alarm circuits, and all intervening wiring are checked. There is no… Read more
Dec 13, 2017 | By Edvard
Protection
Secondary injection tests for checking the correct operation of the protection scheme
Secondary injection tests are always done prior to primary injection tests. The purpose of secondary injection testing is to prove the correct operation of the protection scheme that is downstream… Read more
Nov 22, 2017 | By Edvard
Protection
Commissioning Numerical Protection and Procedure For Carrying Out Performance Tests
Numerical protection is based on a number of microprocessors that can be programmed to reproduce virtually any type of protection and relay. It represents important advantages in reliability, space and… Read more
Oct 30, 2017 | By Edvard
Power Substation
3 greatest enemies to the transformer operation (and how to prevent them)
The principal object of transformer maintenance is to maintain the insulation in good condition. Moisture, dust and excessive heat are the main reasons of insulation deterioration and avoidance of these… Read more
Jul 28, 2017 | By Edvard
Maintenance
How do faults develop in a HV transformer and why condition monitoring is important
Condition monitoring equipment that can be used to extend the life of a transformer or to prevent catastrophic failure could pay for itself many times over. However, condition monitoring does… Read more
Jul 10, 2017 | By Edvard
