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Significance of removing acidity in transformer oil

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  Monitoring transformer for its fitness is inevitable to acquire uninterrupted power supply. Maintaining the good working condition of transformer oil protects the equipment from tripping and other failures. The wellbeing of the transformer is obsolete, if its transformer oil is contaminated, lest the apparatus would bulge or burst in the worst cases. Regular testing of the oil ensures safety and uninterrupted power supply while it serves insulation and cooling of the transformer. Though all oils are good insulators, vegetable oils and animal fats are not used in transformers since the fatty acids attack fibrous elements used in winding insulation. When transformer oil comes in contact with atmospheric oxygen it goes through chemical reaction which results in sludge or acid formation and settles in windings of the transformer. The oil deterioration that occurs deprives the insulating liquid of its cooling attributes and leads to expensive repairs. Oxidation and contamination
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Road freight in India and cargo consolidation possibilities

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  The concept of cargo consolidation in India is gaining momentum, thanks to the punctuality and efficacy with which goods are delivered besides being cost effective. The lesser than load (LTL) shipments enables shippers to earn desirable rates besides making the best use of supply chain logistics. Small shippers are highly benefitted through the consolidation where shipments arrive from various locations and shippers can avoid paying higher rate since it is consolidated into one shipment. Besides being cost efficient, consolidation minimizes damages and improves quality in delivering goods perfectly. Road freight in India is a major player in Indian logistics scenario where truckers, transporters, retailers and mechanics are however unsatisfied owing to the skeptic about the lack of transparency in middlemen and small operators. Lack of demand supply match, low utilization, low returns, low salary and high broker commissions keep those involved highly disappointed. Things have c
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Oil regeneration system and preventive maintenance

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The increasing demand for electricity has taken a toll on transformers which are burdened with stress and overheating and result in breakdowns. The significance of maintaining the transformer insulating oil in good condition and mitigating oil deterioration has been widely acknowledged in the industry. Ageing of transformers have received increased focus in the recent past, owing to their relation with oil deterioration and oil regeneration system of transformer insulating oil. When oil and paper, the two main players of insulation, age, they produce acids and moisture. Such by products must be identified and removed so that ageing is controlled and longevity is enhanced. Besides, measuring these byproducts reveal intensity of the ageing process. Acidity and humidity of the paper enlightens about the ageing that the cellulose insulation went through. The physical, chemical and functional attributes of transformer insulating oil receives a beating when the oil is subjected to high
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Significance of transformer drying oven in removing moisture

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  Transformer drying process removes traces of moisture in the transformer oil, besides enhancing insulation resistance and flashover voltage of transformers. The drying process is almost a part of production and is done regularly. Moisture management is an important aspect of transformer maintenance because moisture is connected to ageing and deterioration of the equipment. When the insulation gets damp and accumulates moisture, its functionality and heat transfer are affected. Insulation between various phases of the transformer is important attribute because it decides the lifespan of the transformer. Paper and insulating oils are insulation medium and insulation is affected when such paper absorbs water which in turn conducts electricity. If insulation of the transformer is not in prescribed levels, it results in surge of electricity which the transformer might not withstand and ultimately breakdown or collapse in failure. The transformer drying oven distinguishes pressure d
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