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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 Code to help electrical professionals on the effective application through an improved understanding of the intent of the rules. Also, our course will instruct electrical...

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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...

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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Generator Protection

Modernizing Protection for Aging Generators

As the electrical grid continues to evolve, the challenge of maintaining effective protection for aging generators becomes increasingly significant. Many older generators operate with potentially outdated protection schemes that may not meet the current standards of efficiency and safety. This...
Transformer Protection

Improving Grid Stability

Electrical transformers are vital components in power transmission and distribution systems, stepping up or down voltage levels to efficiently deliver electricity. However, these transformers are susceptible to various internal and external faults that can lead to catastrophic damage and widespread...

A Closer Look into the True Cost of Replacing Electrical Switchgear

During my switchgear modernization presentations all over the US, I am constantly reminded of the concerns customers face with their aging electrical infrastructure. For the most part, these center around safety, reliability and productivity: Replacements parts are very hard (or impossible) to...