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MAKPOWER
December 27, 2025

What Causes a Transformer’s Efficiency to Drop Over Time

Not every efficiency drop shows up on a meter. You usually sense it first in small shifts (more load for the same output, longer cooling cycles, subtle temperature hikes).

These shifts ofte

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MAKPOWER
December 25, 2025

Understanding Different Types of Panel Boards: A Comprehensive Guide

Panel boards are a critical part of any electrical system, acting as the central point for controlling, protecting, and distributing electrical power. From industrial plants to commercial buildings

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MAKPOWER
December 20, 2025

Why Fast Fault Detection Matters in Furnace Transformers

Furnace transformers work in one of the most unpredictable environments. Loads swing sharply. Faults can spark within milliseconds. You rarely get a second warning.

Teams that work with the

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MAKPOWER
December 13, 2025

How Load Fluctuations Shorten a Transformer’s Life

Every arc or induction furnace draws power in bursts. You hear it when the cycle kicks in. You see it in the readings. Transformers in these environments do more than supply current. They take the

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MAKPOWER
December 5, 2025

How Dust and Debris Lead to Surface Tracking on Transformers

Outdoor transformers work in places that rarely stay clean. Dust settles quietly. Soot drifts in from traffic or nearby industry. Over time, those particles sit on insulation that was designed to s

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MAKPOWER
November 28, 2025

The First 5 Things to Check After a Transformer Has Been Idle for Months

Idle equipment gathers more than just dust. It absorbs moisture, loses calibration, and may shift ever so slightly just from thermal cycles or air movement.

A transformer that’s been

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