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Counterfeiting Kills

Each year, the counterfeiting of well-known brands and products continues to rise, creating an even more threatening problem. Such well-known counterfeited brands, including consumer safety and critical electrical products, are estimated to be five to seven percent of world trade. The International Anti-Counterfeiting Coalition (IACC) estimates that the counterfeiting of distinguished brands costs industries $600 billion each year worldwide and may result in as many as 750,000 lost jobs every year in the United States.

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2024 CE Code Training - Better Understanding of the Rules

CE Code training is intended to do a lot more than instruct about what changes have taken place since the last time Canada issued a national electrical code. We are producing a series of courses across Canada by one of Canada’s leading experts on the 2024 Edition of Canada’s Electrical...

Introducing Intelligent Power Today

Welcome to Intelligent Power Today Magazine, our publication that explores and explains the who, what, where, when, why and how of intelligent electrical devices, a collection of complex mechanical devices and sophisticated control systems used in industrial, commercial, and institutional...

Electrical Protection

Conventional Methods to AI-Based Solutions

Evolution of Transformer Protection

The protection of electrical transformers is crucial for maintaining the stability and efficiency of power systems. Traditionally, protection schemes have relied on mechanical and analog devices to detect and mitigate faults. However, the landscape of transformer protection is evolving, with artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) technologies emerging as game-changers in the field.

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Conventional Protection Methods

Traditional transformer protection mechanisms typically involve overcurrent relays, differential protection schemes, and Buchholz relays. These methods have been the backbone of transformer protection, offering reliable performance in detecting and isolating faults.

Limitations of Conventional Methods

While effective in many scenarios, conventional protection systems have limitations. They often require manual settings and adjustments, lack the ability to adapt to changing network conditions, and can be slow to respond to complex fault scenarios. Moreover, their diagnostic capabilities are limited, making it difficult to predict...

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The Switchgear Survival Guide

10 suggestions to optimize equipment life and enhance reliability BY HAL THEOBALD, Schneider Electric With increasing dependence on computers and automated processes, most modern facilities cannot afford downtime. According to studies published by the Hartford Steam Boiler Insurance Company and FM...
Generator Protection

The Evolution of Generator Fault Detection

The reliable operation of power grids hinges on the ability to detect and isolate faults within generators promptly. Over time, fault detection methodologies have evolved significantly, with advancements in technology leading to more accurate, sophisticated, and intelligent approaches. This article...

Monitoring Circuit Breakers

Monitoring circuit breakers: Reviewing current testing methodologies BY FINLEY LEDBETTER, Group CBS Circuit breakers, from low-voltage molded case to high-voltage SF6 (sulfur hexafluoride) circuit breakers, all connect and isolate electrical loads from downstream machinery. While some breakers are...