On-load tap changers, also known as O-L-T-Cs, are devices fitted on to power transformers that regulate the output voltage to required levels to maintain a stable voltage level in the electrical grid.

To check the reliability of OLTCs, a variety of advanced diagnostic methods have been developed,…
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On-load tap changers, also known as O-L-T-Cs, are devices fitted on to power transformers that regulate the output voltage to required levels to maintain a stable voltage level in the electrical grid.

To check the reliability of OLTCs, a variety of advanced diagnostic methods have been developed, including the new vibro-acoustic measurement (also known as VAM), which uses vibrations to assess OLTC condition.

In this episode of Energy Talks, OLTC diagnostic experts Dr. Karsten Viereck from Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen and OMICRON applications engineer Christoph Engelen talk about the origins and development of the vibro-acoustic measurement, how and when it is performed, how it compliments other OLTC diagnostic methods, as well as how the data is analyzed.

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This video explains you new features and improvements of the Primary Test Manager (PTM) Release 4.90.

The Primary Test Manager™ (PTM) software supports you during diagnostic tests on circuit breakers, current and voltage transformers, rotating machines, grounding systems, power transformers as…
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This video explains you new features and improvements of the Primary Test Manager (PTM) Release 4.90.

The Primary Test Manager™ (PTM) software supports you during diagnostic tests on circuit breakers, current and voltage transformers, rotating machines, grounding systems, power transformers as well as associated equipment such as bushings and on-load tap changers (OLTC).

The software guides you through the testing process with comprehensive testing procedures and detailed wiring diagrams. Tests can be automatically assessed in accordance with the applicable international IEEE and IEC standards. PTM also provides powerful reporting functionalities such as customized, individual reports about the test object, test results and assessment.

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The conventional method for PD measurement according to the IEC 60270 standard allows a precise calibration but requires a sufficiently high signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) in the measurement circuit – this is however very difficult to obtain when performing PD measurements on site.

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The conventional method for PD measurement according to the IEC 60270 standard allows a precise calibration but requires a sufficiently high signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) in the measurement circuit – this is however very difficult to obtain when performing PD measurements on site.

In this episode of Energy Talks, OMICRON PD application expert Ulrike Broniecki discusses how partial discharge (PD) measurements performed in the ultra-high frequency (UHF) range can be a reliable complementary or alternative solution to conventional PD testing in noisy onsite testing environments. She also highlights the benefits of using the UHF PD measurement method on gas-insulated switchgear (GIS), gas-insulated lines (GIL), oil-filled transformers and high-voltage power cable terminations.

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Conventional protection testing methods cannot keep up with the growing demand in evolving power systems, as they are very time consuming, but advanced protection testing approaches can greatly improve this situation.

In this episode, OMICRON advanced protection testing advocate Till Welfonder…
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Conventional protection testing methods cannot keep up with the growing demand in evolving power systems, as they are very time consuming, but advanced protection testing approaches can greatly improve this situation.

In this episode, OMICRON advanced protection testing advocate Till Welfonder discusses how companies in the energy sector can take protection testing to the next level to save not only time and costs, but also optimize the safety, quality and reliability of their protection systems.

Learn more about advanced protection testing here: www.omicronenergy.com/en/news/coverstory/advanced-protection-testing-substantially-reduce-efforts-costs-and-more/

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Digital Transformation in the Power Industry is the theme of our new Energy Talks podcast miniseries with various episodes about the process of using digital technologies to enhance business processes and customer experiences in the power industry.

In Part 2 of our Energy Talks miniseries, OMICRON…
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Digital Transformation in the Power Industry is the theme of our new Energy Talks podcast miniseries with various episodes about the process of using digital technologies to enhance business processes and customer experiences in the power industry.

In Part 2 of our Energy Talks miniseries, OMICRON digital transformation experts Juan Carlos Sánchez and Lukas Klingenschmid discuss the specific challenges companies in the power industry are facing in making a successful digital transformation, and what solutions are available to overcome them.

They highlight success factors, such as using digital technologies and processes to simplify data gathering and accessibility to reliable data, employing cyber security practices, improving digital skills and fostering an organizational culture that welcomes change.

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We are all aware about the present and increasing risk of devastating wildfires all over the world, especially those recently experienced in Australia and the western United States. Prolonged dry conditions in these regions have greatly increased the risk of wildfires starting and spreading with…
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We are all aware about the present and increasing risk of devastating wildfires all over the world, especially those recently experienced in Australia and the western United States. Prolonged dry conditions in these regions have greatly increased the risk of wildfires starting and spreading with alarming speed.

Wildfires cause not only massive destruction to the power system infrastructure, often that same infrastructure is discovered to be the initial source of the fire. After all, it only takes a spark in dry, windy conditions.

In this episode of Energy Talks, Robert Wang, Recloser Control Solutions Product Manager at OMICRON and Justin Henson, Distribution Line Technician Specialist at Pacific Gas & Electric Company, discuss how the reliable operation of recloser controls in the power grid plays an important role in wildfire mitigation at electric utilities. Justin also describes how PG&E implements its zero-tolerance policy for wildfire sparks caused by downed power lines.

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This video shows a test of a 220 kV circuit breaker, which has four interrupters per phase and independent mechanisms, making it rather complex to test. Nevertheless, the used test equipment allows testing it in one go.

After explaining the single components of the test system, the video shows in…
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This video shows a test of a 220 kV circuit breaker, which has four interrupters per phase and independent mechanisms, making it rather complex to test. Nevertheless, the used test equipment allows testing it in one go.

After explaining the single components of the test system, the video shows in detail how to set it up. Then all common tests are performed without any rewiring, including motor current, timing tests, motion measurements, contact resistance test, dynamic contact resistance test, and minimum pickup test.

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Digital Transformation in the Power Industry is the theme of our new Energy Talks podcast miniseries with various episodes about the process of using digital technologies to enhance business processes and customer experiences in the power industry. In this and upcoming episodes on this topic, you…
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Digital Transformation in the Power Industry is the theme of our new Energy Talks podcast miniseries with various episodes about the process of using digital technologies to enhance business processes and customer experiences in the power industry. In this and upcoming episodes on this topic, you will learn about the steps to take in making a successful digital transformation in the power industry

In Part 1 of this miniseries, OMICRON digital transformation experts Juan Carlos Sánchez and Martin Pfanner share their general outlooks and insights into this topic and describe the steps to take now to ensure a successful implementation into the future.

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Join us on April 7th 2022 the European Protection Symposium on Advanced Testing for Optimal Efficiency. In response to the evolving technology of protection systems in the European power grid, this short-format online event will explore optimized testing strategies for increased efficiency, time-and…
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Join us on April 7th 2022 the European Protection Symposium on Advanced Testing for Optimal Efficiency. In response to the evolving technology of protection systems in the European power grid, this short-format online event will explore optimized testing strategies for increased efficiency, time-and cost-saving potential, and quality in project business, service and maintenance.

You can find detailed information about the event, the program and registration at events.omicronenergy.com/eups/

Voltage-Based-Timing measurement, or VTM, indicates that the voltage of a medium voltage switchgear in service is used to detect the state of the main contacts.

The easiest way to do this is to use the Voltage Detection System, or VDS, of the switchgear.

In this video, Andreas Nenning, OMICRON…
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Voltage-Based-Timing measurement, or VTM, indicates that the voltage of a medium voltage switchgear in service is used to detect the state of the main contacts.

The easiest way to do this is to use the Voltage Detection System, or VDS, of the switchgear.

In this video, Andreas Nenning, OMICRON product manager of the CIBANO 500, shows how this is done:

00:00 - Introduction
01:16 - How to connect to the VDS interface with the circuit breaker test set
02:54 - How to accurately measure the states of the main contacts
03:49 - How to record the voltages of the primary conductors and how to get the calculated operation times.

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