IEEE Power and Energy Society
Chicago Chapter 2017-2018
HiDry - Providing Sub-Transmission with Dry Type Transformers
Wednesday, March 14, 2018
Kevin Eaton
ABB
About the Topic
Dry type transformers have a common stigma as only being used for providing power in low voltage (600V class) general purpose installations and relegated to indoor usage. However, this is far from the reality of what applications and installations are achievable when utilizing dry type transformers. With the continued product developments in the dry type transformer realm and the continued pressure placed on our infrastructure to be more environmentally sensitive and safer, customers are seeking alternatives to the traditional outdoor liquid filled transformers.
This presentation will cover the different dry type transformer uses and applications and how the product has evolved allowing installations with power ratings in excess of 63MVA and voltage ratings of up to 72.5kV. The presentation will highlight different dry type sub-transmission installation examples from around the world and show how a dry type transformer could potentially save the installation from a total ownership costs perspective in certain applications.
About the Speaker
Kevin Eaton is the Business Development Leader for ABB's North American Dry Type Transformer division. He has a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Technology and over 20 years experience in the electrical field between his time as a certified electrician (journeyman / wireman) and the manufacturing side of the electrical industry. His experience within the electrical field includes Elec-Tech Electrical Services, Square D / Schneider Electric and presently ABB.
His area of expertise includes NEC codes and standards, quality assurance, supply chain management, product application, sales, product development and production, marketing and commercial operations.
| Location |
|
Time |
|
| |
|
|
|
| ComEd Commercial Center - Auditorium |
|
5:30 PM |
Social |
| 1919 Swift Drive (park behind building) |
|
6:00 PM |
Dinner (optional) |
| Oak Brook, IL 60523-1850 |
|
6:45 PM |
Presentation |
| (near I-290 & I-294 interchange) |
|
8:00 PM |
Adjourn |
| 630-684-3200 |
|
|
|
Reservations
Please make your reservation by noon on Monday 12 Mar 2018 via the
Online Reservation Form.
The cost of the optional family style dinner is $15 for IEEE members,
$20 for non-members, payable at the event. Sorry, we are unable to
process credit cards. Checks payable to "IEEE-PES Chicago Chapter" and
cash are accepted, and receipts will be provided.
Security Procedure
You must present a government issued photo ID to the ComEd Commercial
Center guard when you arrive. Please allow a few minutes for the
guard to create a custom badge with your photo. ComEd employees and
ComEd contractors may use their ComEd ID badges to enter the building.
Continuing Education
IEEE technical meetings may be acceptable as continuing education where
required for maintenance of professional engineering licensure. Refer to
the individual state's requirements for details. A receipt for one
Professional Development Hour (PDH) will be provided.
Program
|
Executive Committee
|
Reservation
|
Luncheon Location
|
Dinner Location
|
PDHs
|
Links
|
Nondiscrimination Policy
Updated 19 Feb 2018