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Pasquale Scarponi
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A colloid mill can reduce and smooth pre-hydrated oat solids in a spread, but it won’t realistically replace a chocolate refiner/ball mill/3-roll if you need true “chocolate-smooth” fineness. In practice for your mix (oats + date juice + cocoa + hazelnuts + cocoa butter), a rotor-stator colloid mill typically delivers a stable, creamy texture in the tens of microns, and ~20-50 µm is a realistic range after good pre-milling + recirculation. Getting <10-15 µm across the bulk is usually not practical with a colloid mill alone, especially with fibrous oat particles and a high-viscosity fat phase-heat build-up and fiber limits become the bottleneck. If your target is the "premium chocolate spread" mouthfeel (often perceived when most particles are <25-30 µm, and many products aim lower), consider: pre-hydrating oats, using the colloid mill as a pre-refiner, then finishing with a ball mill or chocolate refiner; or skip the oats grind by using oat flour/enzymatically treated oats so you're not trying to micronize fiber.
January 27, 2026 at 5:43 pm in reply to: Efficiency of power transformer when maximum transfer of power occurs is? #332293Pasquale ScarponiMemberMaximum power transfer occurs at ~50% efficiency theoretically but grids prioritize high efficiency, not max transfer.
Pasquale ScarponiMemberA step-up transformer increases voltage but does not increase total power. As voltage increases, current decreases so that real power remains approximately constant, minus losses. Utilities use step-up transformers at power plants to raise voltage for long-distance transmission, reducing I²R losses in conductors.
Pasquale ScarponiMemberPower transformers are identified by their physical size, nameplate data, voltage class, cooling method and application context in the grid. The nameplate typically lists kVA or MVA rating, primary and secondary voltages, vector group, frequency, impedance percentage, cooling designation (ONAN, ONAF, OFAF, etc), serial number, insulation class, and standards compliance (IEC, IEEE, or ANSI). Visual inspection reveals bushings, radiators, OLTC compartments, conservator tanks and cooling fans. In substations, power transformers are usually installed on concrete pads with HV and MV connections routed through bushings to switchgear or transmission lines.
Pasquale ScarponiMemberWhen faults such as winding failure, bushing flashover, or oil ignition occur, protective relays trip breakers to isolate the transformer. This removes sections of the network, causing outages until repairs or switching restore service.
January 25, 2026 at 12:56 am in reply to: Why are surplus power transformers used in industrial procurement? #331763Pasquale ScarponiMemberSurplus transformers offer shorter lead times, lower capital cost, and rapid deployment for expansions, temporary substations, or emergency replacements. Industrial buyers evaluate nameplate ratings, impedance, vector group, DGA history, oil tests, and refurbishment records to ensure suitability. Surplus procurement is common when OEM lead times exceed 9-18 months for large units.
January 24, 2026 at 9:51 pm in reply to: How should a power transformer be stored to maintain insulation integrity? #331739Pasquale ScarponiMemberStorage requires dry, temperature-controlled conditions, sealed nitrogen or oil-filled tanks, periodic desiccant checks, and preservation of bushings and gaskets to prevent moisture ingress.
Pasquale ScarponiMemberReverse power flow occurs when distributed generation feeds energy back through distribution transformers toward the grid. It affects tap control, protection settings and thermal limits and requires bidirectional capability.
January 22, 2026 at 10:14 pm in reply to: What winding configurations are used in power transformers? #331343Pasquale ScarponiMemberLayer, disc, helical, and continuous windings; primary/secondary arranged for insulation and fault withstand.
January 22, 2026 at 9:34 am in reply to: What does power transformer software calculate or monitor? #331224Pasquale ScarponiMemberIt performs design, rating, thermal modeling, lifetime estimation, or real-time monitoring such as DGA, PD, load profiling, and hotspot temperature prediction.
January 21, 2026 at 1:54 am in reply to: Which standards guide power transformer manufacture for grid infrastructures? #330745Pasquale ScarponiMemberGrid transformers are primarily designed and tested according to IEC 60076 series (IEC markets) or IEEE/ANSI C57 series (North America). Additional standards include ISO quality frameworks, environmental regulations, regional grid codes, and utility-specific specifications for seismic, overload, sound level, efficiency, and monitoring. Compliance ensures interchangeability, safety, dielectric coordination, thermal limits, and performance under short-circuit and transient conditions typical of transmission and distribution systems.
January 20, 2026 at 10:51 pm in reply to: Where is all the data from the TOR-5 online monitoring system stored – on a local server or in the cloud? #330702Pasquale ScarponiMemberIn typical installations, TOR-5 stores data locally first, on its own controller or on a plant server, and only then optionally synchronizes it to a central server or cloud. This architecture is chosen for reliability: even if the network or internet connection is lost, all measurements continue and are buffered locally. Whether data are sent to the cloud depends on the customer’s IT policy and configuration. Many utilities prefer on-premise servers for cybersecurity reasons, while others use cloud platforms for remote access and fleet-level analysis.
Pasquale ScarponiMemberBushings provide insulated current-carrying pathways from internal windings to external connections, preventing surface tracking and flashover at high voltage.
November 12, 2025 at 5:56 am in reply to: Looking for industrial wastewater treatment solutions for removal of cyanide, chloride, fluoride, hexavalent chromium, ammonia, oil emulsions, and TDS. #327571Pasquale ScarponiMemberGlobeCore cavitation-based treatment enhances oxidation and coagulation efficiency. It can reduce cyanide, oil, and ammonia without excessive sludge formation. Integration with Zero Liquid Discharge systems is possible.
November 9, 2025 at 12:20 am in reply to: Inquiry for an oil testing device, specifically the CMM-0.6L BDV tester. #327256Pasquale ScarponiMemberThe CMM-0.6L is a compact transformer oil purification cart (600 L/h), while BDV testing is performed with TOR-series instruments (TOR-80 or TOR-100). We will provide pricing and technical documentation for both options.
November 8, 2025 at 12:47 pm in reply to: I want to purchase 1 no. transformer oil BDV tester. Please let me know the price & specification. #327212Pasquale ScarponiMemberThe TOR-80 or TOR-100 models are recommended for transformer oil BDV testing according to IEC 60156. We will provide pricing, technical specifications, and delivery schedule for your order.
September 17, 2025 at 4:07 pm in reply to: What is a transformer oil filtration machine used for? #325617Pasquale ScarponiMemberIt removes moisture, gases, and solid contaminants from transformer oil. GlobeCore’s machines are used by utilities worldwide to restore dielectric strength, prevent insulation failure, and extend equipment life.
September 17, 2025 at 10:17 am in reply to: What is a vacuum dehydration oil purification system? #325563Pasquale ScarponiMemberIt removes dissolved water and gases from oil using deep vacuum. GlobeCore’s systems use multi-stage vacuum chambers and heaters to treat transformer, turbine, and hydraulic oils – preventing electrical failures and wear.
September 15, 2025 at 7:11 am in reply to: What does BDV testing tell you about transformer oil? #325380Pasquale ScarponiMemberIt measures the voltage at which oil breaks down electrically. Low BDV = high failure risk. GlobeCore dehydration and filtration equipment restores BDV, keeping your transformer within safety thresholds.
September 9, 2025 at 9:12 pm in reply to: What is cationic bitumen emulsion and where is it applied? #325060Pasquale ScarponiMemberCationic bitumen emulsion, with positively charged particles, is widely used for road surface bonding. GlobeCore systems produce high-performance cationic emulsions with long shelf life and optimal break time, enhancing road durability.
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