JCL Journal

Don’t Skip This Padmount Transformer Maintenance Checklist

By Morgan Monaghan | September 3, 2025

Think about how you maintain your car. You don’t wait for a breakdown; you take care of it regularly and you plan ahead of your yearly inspection. Padmount transformer maintenance works the same way. Getting ahead of problems keeps things running, saves you headaches, and…

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When to Repair or Replace a Transformer: The Question No One Asks

By Morgan Monaghan | September 3, 2025

You’ve probably been there before: the sudden outage, the downtime alerts, and the stress of wondering what’s going to happen with your transformer.  In those moments, one big question always comes up: Do you repair or replace your transformer?  The tricky part is, there’s no…

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Where to Buy Electrical Transformers: 6 Factors to Consider

By Morgan Monaghan | September 3, 2025

Anyone can Google “where to buy electrical transformers” and come up with a list of names, but not all suppliers are built the same way. You want someone who answers the call, understands your deadlines, and delivers exactly what you need, when you need it.…

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Two transformer KVA units placed outdoors on wooden pallets designed for industrial and commercial power distribution, ensuring reliable energy management

How to Choose the Right Transformer kVA Rating for Your Electrical Needs

By Morgan Monaghan | April 10, 2025

In today’s rapidly developing industrial landscape, transformer kVA ratings define capacity and contribute to efficient and reliable power distribution. NREL estimates that there are 60–80 million distribution transformers in the US, with over three terawatts of installed capacity. Demand is expected to surge by 2030,…

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high-efficiency electrical power distribution transformers for industries

Understanding Losses and Efficiency in Electrical Power Distribution Transformers

By Morgan Monaghan | January 19, 2025

Efficiency in electrical power distribution transformers is a cornerstone of effective energy management for industrial and commercial systems. These transformers are vital in transferring electrical energy across power grids and industrial setups. However, the efficiency of these transformers can be compromised by energy losses, which…

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