An internal fault can be violent enough to blow the lid off a transformer. Catastrophic failure of an overhead transformer is a rare occurrence, but it does happen. Electrical systems are designed so ...

ABB has successfully tested a new type of transformer that is a key component of power superhighways, or power links that can deliver vast amounts of electricity over very long distances. ABB (Zurich, ...

The consortium developed a new class of transformers that will smooth out the uneven voltages that plague today's grid and prematurely age electrical hardware ranging from light bulbs to motors to ...

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 ...

Flammable insulating fluids and electrical faults pose significant fire and explosion risks to transformers. These hazards can result in catastrophic damage, disrupt business continuity, and cause ...

Over the last couple days, we’ve seen some downbeat news about the pipeline of new homes. The number of new home construction projects fell more than 11% in August, according to the Commerce ...

Violations of the National Electrical Code (NEC) regarding transformers are often encountered while performing electrical plan reviews. There are far too many NEC requirements to explain in just one ...

Have you ever noticed those metal canisters attached to utility poles? Those are transformers. They convert high-voltage electricity from power plants to lower-level electricity that’s safe for homes ...

More than 500 customers were still out of power Tuesday night after a transformer blew, causing downed wires and fire damage to a nearby home near Escondido. The incident occurred at approximately ...

A truck transporting a 565,000-pound electrical transformer is expected to cause traffic delays in parts of the Susquehanna Valley on Wednesday.Upper Allen Township police said the transport is ...