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Maintenance and troubleshooting guidelines for a typical high voltage switchgear
Like any other major component of the high voltage electrical network, a switchgear also needs maintenance schedules for trouble-free operation during its life cycle. No one should work on the... Read...
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Things you MUST know when commissioning low voltage switchgear and circuit...
Purchasing low voltage switchgear is not that easy, it’s not like purchasing a new TV or laptop. You have to be very experienced and deadly serious when specifying and ordering... Read more The post...
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Protective grounding requirements for transmission and distribution lines
This technical article covers protective grounding requirements for steel tower and wood pole supported transmission and distribution lines, and insulated power cables. Protective grounds must be...
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The art of transformer maintenance, inspection and repair (recommended...
The primary purpose of transformer maintenance is to ensure the internal and external parts of the transformer and accessories are kept in good condition and “fit for purpose” and able... Read more...
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My worst experience in the maintenance and supervision of medium voltage...
While there are various voltage levels applicable across the globe depending upon the usability, the category of Medium Voltage remains one of the most critical voltage group comprising primary...
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Ten most dangerous mistakes in the operation of low voltage switchgear (you...
The Association of Steam and Electric Apparatus Owners (APAVE) generally classifies low-voltage equipment as any equipment that requires a rating of ≤ 1000 volts to operate. With a majority of... Read...
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Recommendations for the successful erection of medium voltage switchgear
Electrical engineers working on project execution know that switchgear erection brings many challenges, no matter the voltage level. The switchgear cannot always be assembled in the factory and...
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Troubleshooting Buchholz relay and recommended actions when it operates
This technical article provides guidance on the possible causes of Buchholz relay operation and recommends actions following the receipt of a Buchholz surge trip or gas collection alarm. It covers......
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Be smart and cautious when operating an unknown energized low voltage switchgear
Switchgear is an integral part of the electrical protection system, which is used for isolating the faulty parts as well as de-energizing the downstream equipment during maintenance or any other......
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Learn to troubleshoot the operation of MV/LV distribution substations...
The distribution substation is one of the most important yet arguably the most troublesome section of the power system. Prolonged operation and frequent switching make distribution substations more...
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