Advances in equipment and implementation of monitoring technology is bringing us closer to ideal transformer Condition Based Maintenance (CBM). GE Digital Energy’s leading Monitoring and Diagnostics subject matter experts have prepared a two-part white paper series.
Read MoreDownload David Cole's White Paper on Multi-function Fault Recorders for Condition Based Monitoring for more information on how DFR, slow scan, power quality and fault location data can be analysed to identify problems on the power system.
Read MoreA protection scheme to prevent explosions of current transformers (CT) has been developed by the Israel Electric Corporation (IEC). Although the number of explosions can be relatively small, the effects can be immense.
Read MoreA Business Case can be a powerful tool in obtaining the funds you need to drive change in achieving optimally performing systems. We explore 9 common components of a well written proposal.
Read MoreWe revisit the first edition in the Qualitrol series of on-demand webinars from our partner Qualitrol, detailing the importance of transformer monitoring, the cost savings involved and on-line monitoring systems available.
Read MoreTransformer monitoring can assist in extending the life and performance of a transformer. Our CORE Transformer Optimisation approach - a fleet-wide "whole of life" methodology offers a broader evaluation of the transformer environment, addressing the interrelated planning, operational and risk factors that impact transformer performance and life. In doing so, it paves the way for better decision making, greater asset security and lower total cost of ownership.
Read MoreEach year Insulect hears more from the industry about Power Quality and the growing need to be doing more PQ Monitoring - whether from a regulatory, commercial or operational point of view. These concerns are being voiced by organisations at every part of the grid - from Generation through to Distribution and large End Users...
Read MoreInsulect's latest industry paper on Transformer Optimisation is now available. Transformers are one of the most critical assets within an electricity network. Effective management of these assets – from initial specification, to online monitoring, maintenance and eventual replacement – is an increasingly complex task with costly implications. To optimise the management of transformers first requires a transformation in the approach to these assets.
Read MoreComem's Self Dehydrating Breather (SDB) uses a dual tank design which can perform drying and regeneration simultaneously. In this informative new video from Comem, understand how this regeneration process works, ensuring your asset always breathes dry air.
Read MoreInsulect has completed supply of almost 1,000 sub-assemblies of structural insulation in 2013 for Gorgon LNG.
Insulect was awarded supply of rigid insulation components used to insulate and structurally secure sub-zero LNG pipelines at temperatures as low -190°C.
Read MoreInsulect is working with a number of companies to help reduce maintenance on pipelines. This is being done through the replacement of materials that are prematurely corroding, with a cost-effective composite alternative that is impervious to corrosion...
Read MorePreviously, Insulect has written about a variety of individual power plant monitoring applications, including Fault and Disturbance, Power Quality and Dynamic Behaviour. In this article we take a look at a solution for monitoring and analysing all these aspects of a generation power system – as well as AEMO FCAS reporting – using a single device and one integrated software package.
Read MoreQualitrol have recently announced a number of new additions to their Fibre Optic Temperature Monitoring product range. Designed to give asset owners more information and greater control over what is happening inside their transformers, the new range offers additional choice and flexibility to suit a wider range of needs.
Read MoreQualitrol have made available another on-demand webinar. This one – Transformer Winding Hot Spot Temperature Determination – continuing on from last month’s webinar on Transformer Monitoring Basics.
This latest webinar outlines the developments in effective monitoring of a transformer’s internal temperature. Loading capability of power transformers is limited mainly by winding temperature. Knowing the exact internal temperature allows for better loading capability, longer asset life, hence greater revenues and lower asset replacement / repair costs.
Read MoreLast year an Asian transmission utility invited four companies to demonstrate the capabilities of their travelling wave fault location systems. Five tests were carried out over three days with one clear winner at the end.
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