U.S. utilities need more transformers to build the zero-carbon grid and keep the lights on after major storms. But the specialized equipment is hard to build, and manufacturers can’t keep up with ...

For one-off projects or prototyping, it’s not too hard to find a wall wart or power supply to send a few joules of energy from the wall outlet to your circuit. Most of these power supplies use a ...

The months-long initiative took place throughout a populated section of Florida along the Gulf Coast. The utility anticipated that many of the pad-mount transformers would need replacement of ...

Last month, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) published a final rule establishing new energy-efficiency standards for distribution transformers. The standards specifically apply to liquid-immersed ...

The power sector recognizes the urgent need to harden the power grid, which involves upgrading and fortifying electrical ...

It is important for machine design engineers to understand how transformers work so they can design machinery that operates optimally within the proper voltage ranges, as well as select the right ...

Unlike in other parts of the country, Houston did not experience a major restoration event pertaining to damaged infrastructure on the overhead system in the aftermath of Winter Storm Uri. However, ...

With an eye out for 2022 hurricanes, electric utilities are finding roadblocks as they try to secure spare grid equipment. As the peak time for U.S. hurricanes arrives, utilities along the nation’s ...

In the Town of Palm Beach utility undergrounding project, two types of switch cabinets and two types of transformers are being used. A typical building in the South End will require one or two switch ...

Heron Power, a U.S.-based manufacturer of next-generation medium-voltage power electronics, today announced a design and ...

Santo Domingo.- Edesur Dominicana has begun the process of bringing six new power transformers from China as part of its ...