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Transformer/Oil Testing
The customer owned transformers that
provide power for your facility are the "heart" of the electrical
system. Without inspection
and regular testing of your transformers it can only be a
guess as to when you will experience a failure. Regular
inspection
and oil analysis are the best way to avoid inconvenient downtime
due to unexpected failure of the transformer.
Regular oil testing can track the life cycle of your transformer.
Transformer internal components wear with age. The cellulose
insulation in the transformer deteriorates at different rates
depending on the amount of load, type of load, as well as
unexpected situations. Lightning strikes and short circuits
can also add to the aging of a transformer.
Transformer oil testing looks at the quality of the oil. We
look at the moisture level, acidity, color clarity, and the
insulating value of the oil.
Our basic annual tests include oil quality analysis and dissolved
gas analysis. Dissolved gas analysis detects aging cellulose
insulation, loose connections, and immediate failure conditions.
This information may be verified by using infrared testing.
Buist Electric Testing will track your transformers through
the years and give recommendations on our findings as well
as show the results from the previous test for comparison.
Complete documentation of your transformer is included. We
provide both a hard-copy and a Microsoft Excel document
that
you can e-mail to anyone else who may need to view the report.
To find out more about transformer oil testing, or to get
more
information on any of our other testing tools, contact the
number below and one of our technicians will be glad to
answer
any questions you may have.
New Transformers/Emergency Replacement
Buist Electric has transformers available in-stock for rent or purchase from 25KVA to 3000 KVA with various voltages. High voltage switches and parts also available in-stock.
We have the capability to install both generators/transformers in an emergency situation.
If you have an emergency, please call us at 616-878-3315 anytime and someone will be able to assist you.
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