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MAKPOWER
August 29, 2025

How a Standby Transformer Helps During Emergency Shutdowns

A transformer failure rarely stays quiet. Alarms go off. Systems halt. Operators scramble. And unless power returns quickly, that temporary blip becomes a full-scale disrupti

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MAKPOWER
August 22, 2025

What to Expect During a Transformer Refurbishment

Refurbishment sounds like a technical process, but it often begins with something very human—doubt.

You’re watching performance dip, or hearing unfamiliar sounds, or noticing ch

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MAKPOWER
August 15, 2025

Transformer Cooling: Why Radiators Alone Aren’t Always Enough

Heat doesn’t wait for systems to catch up. Once your transformer crosses a certain load threshold, temperature begins to outpace design margins.

Even large radiators can reach their l

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MAKPOWER
August 8, 2025

5 Common Issues Found During Transformer Overhaul

No transformer runs forever without picking up wear. Even units that seem fine on the surface often hide stress deep inside.

Oil ages. Windings shift slightly. Paper insulation loses its sh

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MAKPOWER
August 1, 2025

How Transformer Size Affects Load Handling in Industrial Plants

Every plant eventually grows past its first design. What worked five years ago feels tight now.

Machines run longer, production cycles move faster, and that transformer humming quietly in t

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MAKPOWER
July 28, 2025

What Causes a Transformer to Overheat?

Transformers rarely show early signs of distress. Everything runs as expected, until the temperature creeps past its usual mark.

Sometimes, it’s gradual. Other times, it’s sudde

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