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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...

Transformer Testing & Maintenance


Strategies for Accurate Vibro-Acoustic Monitoring of OLTCs

Vibro-acoustic diagnostics have emerged as a rapid and non-invasive method to monitor and assess the health of On Load Tap Changers (OLTCs) in electrical power systems. This technology detects and analyzes the vibrations and sound patterns generated by OLTCs during operation, helping to identify...

Testing & Maintenance

Wireless Measurement Systems

Conquering challenges with wireless measurement systems

BY COLIN PLASTOW, Fluke Electronics

Any type of manufacturing or industrial environment presents a number of challenges when taking measurements. Whether you need to check performance over time or run spot checks, there are many situations where physical contact with equipment and panels can present a significant risk to people and equipment. A dirty or damp environment, for example, can increase the chance of contaminants entering panels and junction...

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