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One of our customers recently experienced failures of two autotransformers used in medium-voltage motor starters.

Space allocated for this article makes it important to concentrate on issues specific to mediumvoltage (MV) motor starters and forego general safety to

Medium- and high-voltage insulation failure is generally attributed to partial discharge activity, which is a partial failure of the insulation that

The concept of hazard/risk assessment and mitigation is a central theme within NFPA 70E, Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace.

Grounding electrodes exist in a wide variety of forms, beginning with the most commonly recognized, the single driven rod.

Potomac Testing Grows to Meet Customer Needs; NETA Board of Directors and Promotions Committee Meetings; Pacific Power Testing is proud to announce our

CSA Z462 Workplace Electrical Safety The latest technical committee meetings for CSA Z462 were held in Calgary, May 26 - 27, 2010.

One of the most important electrical safety standards is back in a cycle for changes and revisions.

According to ANSI/NETA MTS-07, there are four adjustments to check on medium-voltage motor starters. What are they?

A numerical protection relay provides multiple functions and typically uses algorithms that do not work on the same principles as older electromechanic

What would industry do without motors?

Introduction The initial stage of any project is often the business case development.

Medium-voltage circuit breakers, breakers for systems with voltages of 2.4 to 38 kV, have maintenance procedures that will vary based on construction o

The industry's need for analyzing electrical hazards was addressed in an article submitted to NETA World for the Spring Edition, titled Analyzing Elect

Medium-voltage, metal-clad switchgear presents a number of unique safety issues for maintenance personnel who often must operate and service them on a

A more precise understanding of how and why these fires occur could help regulators target dangerous practices and products.

Important Safety Notice and Recall of the Amprobe TIC 300HV and TIC 300CC AC Voltage Detectors with Serial  Numbers Between 107

The continuing use of vacuum interrupter technology in the power distribution market as replacements for oil circuit breakers has exposed this technolo

During its 20-40 year service life, a circuit breaker must be constantly prepared to operate.

Over the years, we have all gained valuable field experiences that provide insight into how and why equipment fails.