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MAKPOWER
September 13, 2025

Transformer Testing: What It Is and Why It Matters Before Installation

No transformer should enter service blind. Even the best designs fall short if they carry unknown defects or behave unpredictably under your actual loads. The fix often costs more than the test eve

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MAKPOWER
September 6, 2025

Why Overloaded Transformers Fail So Often

No transformer fails without a reason. But when failure ties back to overloading, it rarely looks dramatic at first.

The signs build slowly—hotter oil, louder hums, or more frequent t

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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

In industrial

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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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