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Ian Sulek

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Ian Sulek is a power industry solutions consultant, electrical engineer and product specialist at Insulect, supporting customers with technical expertise and tailored solutions for power generation, transmission and distribution.

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How Electronic Sectionalisers Reduce Power Outages

Electronic sectionalisers play a crucial role in reducing feeder outages on overhead distribution lines by working in conjunction with ...
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How do high-voltage cables develop dangerous sheath voltages?

High-voltage underground cables can develop dangerous sheath voltage rises primarily due to electromagnetic induction from the alternating ...
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Which instrument transformers suit metering & protection?

For applications requiring both metering and protection duties, combined instrument transformers (also known as combined current and ...
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Which surge arresters & load break switches suit AU MV networks?

Australian medium-voltage networks require specific types of surge arrestors and load break switches that adhere to local standards and are ...
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Why do industrial sites struggle with electrical asset monitoring?

Industrial sites often struggle with electrical asset monitoring systems because the problem is usually less about buying sensors and more ...
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Which monitoring systems reduce downtime in heavy industry?

Monitoring systems play a crucial role in reducing downtime in heavy industry plants by enabling proactive maintenance strategies rather ...
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Why do HV systems fail despite having monitoring systems installed?

High-voltage equipment failures can still occur despite the installation of monitoring systems due to a combination of factors, including ...
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How Do Transformer Bushings Affect Substation Safety?

Transformer bushings are critical components in electrical substations. Acting as the physical and electrical interface between the ...
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How Transformer Breathers Help Prevent Catastrophic Failures

Transformer breathers are critical components in preventing catastrophic failures in oil-immersed power transformers because they act as ...
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How Dynamic Disturbance Recording Improves Power-System Event Analysis

Power-system disturbances don't always occur in an instant. While faults such as short circuits happen in milliseconds, many significant ...
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