The seminar, titled Electrical Testing of Transformers and Insulation Fluid Diagnostic Methods, was held in Mexicali, Mexico, on 31 October – 1 November 2019.
The event was attended by about 70 representatives of the Mexican electrical power industry. The program of the seminar included the discussion of regular tests for distribution and power transformer, dissolved gas analysis, corrosive sulfur in the insulation oil, monitoring of transformer condition in real time etc. Information on each topic was presented by industry experts.
One of the invited experts was GlobeCore Latin America Service Manager, Jose Mora. Mr. More spoke on the application of vacuum processes and fuller’s earth for transformer oil regeneration, as well as the effects of water on the condition of transformer oil.
The number of seminars and similar events dedicated to transformer servicing in Latin America is increasing due to the importance of these issues for the region’s power industry; timely diagnostics and correct servicing of transformers can save millions of dollars.