Antiseptic production as a business The strains of microorganisms constantly mutate. New viruses and bacteria appear, and it is better to prevent the disease than try to cure it later. This is why the market for hand and surface treatment antiseptics will grow, remaining a promising business. The use of antiseptics in the developing countriesRead More
GlobeCore’s Invitation to IEEE PES T&D 2020GlobeCore would like to invite all our partners to attend IEEE PES Transmission and Distribution Conference and Exposition (T&D 2020), to be held on 20-23 April in Chicago. IEEE PES T&D is one of the most prominent forums in the energy industry. This year, IEEE PES T&D expects over 14000 visitors to discuss industry trendsRead More
GlobeCore extends invitation to the International Construction & Utility Equipment Exposition-2019GlobeCore invites all businesses and parties interested in the implementation of innovative technologies to the International Construction & Utility Equipment Exposition. This event is biannual, and this year will be hosted by Kentucky Exposition Center, Louisville, Kentucky on 1-3 October. The exhibition focuses, among other things, on electric power transmission and distribution, wastewater treatment, naturalRead More
GlobeCore Invitation to Transformador LatAm 360Transformador LatAm 360 symposium, dedicated to transformer lifecycle, will be held in Panama on 10-13 September this year. The four day event will include presentations from the leading companies in the industry of transformer servicing and lifetime extension: SDMyers, Megger, Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen, Omicron, GlobeCore, Qualitrol and Transformer Clinic. The presented information will help improve transformerRead More
Another GlobeCore Seminar Held in DubaiThe latest seminar on electrical insulation oil treatment and transformer maintenance seminar initiated by GlobeCore was held on 17 June in Dubai (UAE). The seminar gathered approximately 60 representatives of various transformer commissioning and maintenance companies from the Gulf countries. GlobeCore service engineer Frank May presented to the participants the newest technologies and equipment designedRead More
GlobeCore to Hold a Seminar in AngolaGlobeCore continues with the policy of holding seminars on electrical insulation oil treatment and transformer lifetime extension around the world. The next seminar is planned for the 27 June in Luanda (Angola). We invite all representatives from the electric power industry in Africa and elsewhere to visit the event. The seminar will provide up toRead More
GlobeCore at China International Electric Power Exhibition-2019GlobeCore representatives took part in the 19th China International Electric Power & Electric Engineering and Smart Grid Exhibition in Shanghai on 21-22 April. Here is a brief photo report from the conference.
GlobeCore Extends Invitation to Visit AWEA WindPower-2019 in HoustonGlobeCore would like to invite everyone involved in the alternative energy market to visit one of the main events in industry: AWEA WindPower-2019, which will be held 20-23 May 2019 in Houston, USA. The conference will focus on important issues and topics of interest in the wind power generation industry. At the event, GlobeCore GmbHRead More
An Invitation from GlobeCore to Attend China International Electric Power ExhibitionGlobeCore invites you to visit the 19th China International Electric Power & Electric Engineering and Smart Grid Exhibition, to be held on 21-22 April in Shanghai. Last year’s exhibition had 1043 exhibitors from 45 countries. The combined area of the event exceeded 46500 square meters. The exhibition was attended by over 27000 people inRead More
Commissioning of GlobeCore Equipment in BangladeshGlobeCore equipment was commissioned in Dhaka, Bangladesh, in the first quarter of this year. One of the local electric power companies purchased a CMM-4 and a CMM-6 units to service their power transformers. This type of equipment is well suited for such tasks as: 1) removal of particulate matter, water and gas from transformer oil;Read More
GlobeCore Holds Presentations In Saudi ArabiaOn 16-27 December 2018, GlobeCore specialists visited Saudi Arabia. The visit was dedicated to the issues of the Saudi electricity industry and efficiently addressing such problems. Specifically, GlobeCore equipment presentations were held in the cities of Jeddah, Medina, Jizan, Abha etc. The structure of the presentations varied depending on the specialization of the company hostingRead More
GlobeCore Holds a Seminar in MexicoA seminar on purification and regeneration of industrial oils, as well as power transformer servicing, was held in Mexico City on 29 November 2018. This seminar became one of the most attended events recently held by GlobeCore. The number of participants reached approximately 100, representing 40 companies from Mexico, Salvador and Guatemala, which are relatedRead More
Equestrianism CompetitionIn the middle of October, horseback riding competitions were held based on the “Four Horseshoes” riding school. Showjumping became the icing on the cake. The competitors were to follow a route with special barriers, usually 80 to 135 cm high. If a horse touches the barrier, it easily falls apart, protecting the rider and theRead More
An Invitation from GlobeCore to Visit Concapan-2018GlobeCore invites everyone to visit Concapan-2018, the largest exhibition in Central America, which will be held in San Salvador (Crowne Plaza Hotel) on 7-9 November. This is the 38th Concapan exhibitions for managers and specialists working in the electrical power industry. The exhibition is an excellent opportunity to learn about new solutions to the industry’sRead More
A СММ-10 Unit Servicing Transformer Substations in KenyaGlobeCore engineers spent a week in Kenya (1 – 7 October) to commission a CMM-10 unit. The unit was installed at Suswa substation and was used to purify electrical insulation oil and to fill transformers with the oil. The capacity of the CMM-10 in degassing, drying and filtration mode is 10 m3/hour. With initial gasRead More
Two Units Commissioned in ItalyAnother commissioning of GlobeCore equipment took place on 5-7 September in Italy. This type, two CMM units with the capacities of 0.7 and 4 m3/hour were commissioned. These units are best suited for companies which operate, repair or service various oil-filled electrical equipment, such as transformer, high voltage switchgear, tap changers etc. The CMM unitsRead More
GlobeCore Equipment Presented in PolandEnergetab, the largest exhibition of modern energy equipment and technologies in Poland was held in Bielsko-Biala on 11-13 September 2018. This year’s exhibition included 712 companies over more than 35 000 m2 of exhibition floor. Among other exhibitors, GlobeCore presented two of its units: the CMM-0.6 and the UVR-L (laboratory). The СММ-0.6 is a compactRead More
CMM-4 Commissioning in LiberiaGlobeCore engineers commissioned a CMM-4 unit in Liberia from 14 to 21 August 2018. The commissioning included client personnel training. The newly commissioned CMM-4 is built on a trailer; its purpose is to remove particulate matter, gas and moisture from transformer oil. It can also heat electrical equipment with hot transformer oil and evacuate transformersRead More
Oil Change in FL2500 Wind TurbineThis summer, GlobeCore was contracted to change the oil in the gearbox of an FL2500 wind turbine by Fuhrländer Windtechnology LLC. The analysis of the Mobil XMP 320 oil samples taken from the gearbox of the 2.5 MW FL2500 wind turbine (100 meter mast height) indicated the need for urgent oil change, which was performedRead More
Transformer oil fillingThe term “transformer oil filling”, as it is used in this article, has two meanings. The first is the process that compensates for the loss of oil in the course of transformer operation. The second is filling a transformer with oil before commissioning or after an overhaul. Oil is an essential part of the transformer.Read More
Commissioning of a Bitumen Emulsion Unit in MyanmarIn July 2018, a GlobeCore UVB-1 unit was commissioned in Myanmar. Beside the commissioning, GlobeCore engineers also trained customer personnel to operate and service the unit. The unit produces 8 cubic meters of emulsion per hour; it consists of a water phase section, emulsion preparation section, controls and piping to supply water phase solution andRead More
GlobeCore Engineers Develop a New Cable Oil Processing Unit110-500 kV OF cables are used for the following purposes: output of power from hydro power plants to distribution facilities; power transmission in high urban density areas, over large bodies of water or areas with severe environmental pollution; power supply to energy-intensive industrial facilities; powering cities etc. Ensuring OF cable reliability requires special equipment forRead More
A New Solution for Water-Contaminated Oil PurificationGlobeCore is proud to present yet another product in our range: the CMM-1CF unit. The СММ-1CF has been developed to address the issue of processing turbine, industrial and transformer oil with severe water contamination (50% and above). The unit can also work with diesel fuel, gasoline, kerosene and other petrochemical liquids. The СММ-1CF operates onRead More
GlobeCore Takes Part in AWEA Wind Power Conference and ExhibitionGlobeCore and GC Technologies participated in the AWEA Wind Power Conference and Exhibition in Chicago on 7 – 10 May. This is the largest event held under the aegis of the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA), which brings together the wind energy market professionals: manufacturers, suppliers, customers and anyone interested in ground-breaking innovations in thisRead More
GlobeCore Goes to Denver for International Exhibition17 – 19 April, GlobeCore participated in the IEEE PES Transmission and Distribution Conference and Exposition, in Denver, CO, in cooperation with GC Technologies (USA). This is a significant event in the electrical power industry, gathering the leading equipment manufacturers, managers, scientists, engineers and policy makers. The meeting helps to exchange experience and generate newRead More
GlobeCore invites to the seminar in HoustonGlobeCore with GC Technologies is planning a seminar for old and new customers. Date: June 14, 2018. Location: 1110 Paige St, Houston, Texas 77003 Seminar program: Discussion of the effect of the oil aging processes on the efficiency of power transformers; Report on “Transformer oils purification and regeneration units from GlobeCore”; Demonstration of the purificationRead More
Seven CMM-4/7 Transformer Servicing Units for MalaysiaIn March and April this year, a team of GlobeCore specialists came to Malaysia for commissioning of seven CMM-4/7 units. The commissioning, which became a logical continuation of cooperation with the electric power industry of Malaysia, was performed successfully in several cities. It is noteworthy that GlobeCore commissioned the previously supplied units in this countryRead More
Seminar and Presentation for Electric Power Industry SpecialistsOn 12-13 March, GlobeCore head office in Oldenburg hosted guests again. This time, the Oldenburg office hosted a two-day seminar dedicated to industrial oil treatment, power transformer and wind turbine servicing and maintenance. The event was attended by 14 companies from 6 nations (Germany, USA, UK, Italy, UAE and Nigeria). The main part of theRead More
Vacuum Oil filter MachineOil degradation is a wide-spread problem in industries using oil-filled transformer equipment. There are many causes of the degrading or aging of industrial oil. Of course, oil “ages in service”, but mostly it ages because it oxidizes, forming oxidation compounds and aging products. The rate of oxidation goes different depending on a number of factors.Read More
Presentation of GlobeCore equipment in OldenburgMarch 5, 2018 a regular presentation of oil purification and regeneration equipment was held in the International Training Center of GlobeCore (Oldenburg, Germany). This time the event was attended by representatives from Bosnia and Herzegovina, and their partners from Qatar. First of all, the guests were interested in the possibilities of GlobeCore equipment for processingRead More
GlobeCore has organized and conducted a seminar in the USAMarch 2-3, 2018 in Houston, GlobeCore held a seminar for representatives of the Texas electric power industry. During the seminar were discussed the issues of aging processes in electrical insulating oils influencing the efficiency of power transformers, including a report on the topic “Purification and regeneration of transformer oils with GlobeCore equipment”. The practical partRead More
GlobeCore in the press : “Wind Systems” magazineThe second issue from February 2018 of the leading magazine in wind energy “Wind Systems” Magazine, published a Frank May article, entitled “Changing Turbine Gearbox Oil”. The articles discusses the main points to pay attention to when servicing the gearboxes of wind turbines and, in particular, the oil change. It shows the advantages of theRead More
The oil treatment station CMM-4/7 commissioned in Kuala LumpurJanuary this year, the engineering team of GlobeCore came to Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur), to present and commission equipment. This time, the CMM-4/7 unit was put into operation, designed for degassing, drying, cleaning from impurities and heating transformer oils used in power transformers. This equipment is multifunctional, as it can also perform heating of oil-filled equipmentRead More
GlobeCore invites to the seminar in GermanyLadies and gentlemen! GlobeCore invites you to take part in the seminar “Purification and regeneration of industrial oils”. Date: March 12-13 2018 Location: Oldenburg, Edewechter Landstrasse, 173. Seminar program: Discussion of the effect of the oil aging processes on the efficiency of power transformers; Report on “Transformer oils purification and regeneration units from GlobeCore”; DemonstrationRead More
Water-Contaminated Oil Drying Unit Commissioned in the USAA CMM-10TS unit, designed for dehydration of high viscosity industrial oil, was commissioned in a suburb of Chicago, USA on 19 – 23 December 2017. Occasionally, practical problems lie outside the scope of capabilities of stock units. In such cases, GlobeCore accepts and fulfils custom orders; this time it was the CMM-10TS dehydration unit. InRead More
Participation in IEEE PES T&D Conference & ExpositionThe 2018 IEEE PES Transmission & Distribution Conference & Exposition isn’t just the industry’s signature show — it’s an all-encompassing, immersive and global conference experience like no other. Here you’ll join top utility CEOs and some of the world’s brightest engineers in discovering the latest T&D products, ideas and innovations leading the industry forward toRead More
Participation in AWEA Wind power conference and exhibitionProfessionals from all over the world attend to network, learn, advance their organizational mission and to participate in the largest wind energy exhibition in the Western Hemisphere. More major product announcements and exciting releases happen here, than at any other wind energy industry event. http://www.windpowerexpo.org GlobeCore and GC Technologies will also have a booth inRead More
GlobeCore invites to the seminar in TexasIn our constant effort to provide a superior product with exceptional service, we are pleased to announce the opening of our new sales office and service center, complete with technicians and inventory, in the USA. Our new dealer, Dave Wilson, with GC Technologies, at 1110 Paige St, Houston, Texas 77003, 713-699-3388, [email protected], 713-202-7983 (cell) isRead More
GlobeCore participated in the largest electrical industry exhibition in Latin AmericaNovember 29 to December 1, GlobeCore promoted its equipment at one of the largest electrical industry exhibitions in Latin America – Feria Internacional del Sector Eléctrico 2017. This event was held in Medellin, Colombia and gathered over 300 participants and 10,000 guests who visited the exhibition pavilions in three days. The GlobeCore exhibition stand displayedRead More
GlobeCore Presentation in the PhilippinesFrank May of GlobeCore visited the Philippines on 4-7 December to demonstrate the capabilities of the company’s regeneration equipment. The presentations were held in five cities of the island nation: Bulacan, Marilao, Valenzuela, Cabuyao and Consolacion. Representatives of the oil refining industry received general information on the design and capabilities of GlobeCore products. Frank MayRead More
Environmental effects of transformer oil recycling systemstransformer oil recycling Transformer oil is an essential component of power transformers, high voltage switches and other electrical equipment. In the former case the oil insulates and dissipates heat, in the latter case it extinguishes arc. While in use, the oil is subjected to several negative influences, such as temperature, oxygen, sunlight, solid particles etc.Read More
GlobeCore Regeneration Equipment Presentation in QatarGlobeCore representatives visited Doha, Qatar, to showcase the company’s equipment for regeneration of electrical insulation oil. The presentation’s objective was to familiarize representatives of the Qatar electrical power industry, including KAHRAMAA (Qatar General Electricity & Water Corporation), which supplies the country’s population with power and water, with the capabilities of GlobeCore equipment. Also were present theRead More
GlobeCore Opens a New Service Center in Costa-RicaDear friends! We are happy to announce that a new service center commenced operations in Costa-Rica in November 2017. This service center will assist our clients throughout the Latin America. A stock of spare parts will be made available to the clients. It is also possible to visit the new service center to purify andRead More
A seminar on purification and regeneration of industrial oils will be held in Costa Rica on 4 MayDear customers and partners! GlobeCore GmbH invites you to attend a seminar on purification and regeneration of industrial oils, which will take place on May 10 in San José (Costa Rica). Seminar program: Discussion of the influence of oil aging processes on the efficiency and operation of power transformers; Report on ” GlobeCore oil regenerationRead More
Purification of silicone oil on СММ-2,2 unit in ItalySeptember 17, GlobeCore engineering team started up the CMM-2,2 oil purification unit in Foligno (Umbria region), Italy. The unit’s tests were carried out on site of a large Italian locomotive service and production facility. They use silicone oil as a dielectric and lubricant for their equipment. Recently this type of oil has become increasingly popularRead More
GlobeCore developed a modernised oil purification plant СММ-1НGlobeCore does not stand still and constantly working on product developing. In September, they released a modernized mobile oil system CMM-1H. It is an upgraded CMM -1.0 oil station, that has proved itself to be a good equipment on the market. The main task of CMM-1H is to maximize the effective cleaning of oil fromRead More
Oil Purification Methods GlobeCoreClassic Ways of Used Oil Purification In today’s industrial environment, all the Used Oil Purification Methods are divided into such groups as: Physical Used Oil Purification Method; Chemical Used Oil Purification Method; Combined Method of Used Oil Purification. A particular purification method is chosen depending on the amount and the degree of the used oil’sRead More
How To Manage Waste Oil Purification?Waste oil is considered to be hazardous waste since such substances are difficult to render harmless by oxidation, biodestruction or chemical reactions. In a majority of cases, servicing of petroleum oils is followed by the process of thermal destruction and oxidation. That is the reason for the accumulation of asphalts, resins, soot, acids, salts, surface-activeRead More
A seminar on purification and regeneration of industrial oils will be held in Oldenburg on 24 OctoberDear customers and partners! GlobeCore GmbH invites you to attend a seminar on purification and regeneration of industrial oils, which will take place on October 24 in Oldenburg (Germany). Seminar program: Discussion of the influence of oil aging processes on the efficiency and operation of power transformers; Report on ”GlobeCore oil regeneration unit CMM-R “;Read More
An improved unit for drying and cleaning of atmospheric air “Mojave Heat-100”In September, GlobeCore released another hot air drying unit “Mojave Heat-100”. It is the most compact equipment in this range, which provides a more convenient operation and transportation. “Mojave Heat-100” is indispensable during installation, maintenance and repair of transformer tanks. The unit prevents moisture getting into the electrical insulation by pumping hot dry air underRead More
Transformer Oil FiltrationThe article analyses the causes of transformer oil aging. This process is greatly influenced by the presence of solids in oil. It is advisable to use GlobeCore filtration technology, which reduces moisture content in oil product to 10 g/t, and provides 5 micron filtration fineness. Continuous exploitation of oil-filled electrical equipment leads to aging ofRead More
Commissioning of regenerative equipment in SpainAugust 16 this year in Seville, Spain was completed the project of putting into operation a CMM-2R plant for transformer oil regeneration. The plant includes all elements needed to perform regeneration of transformer oil properties (filters, regeneration columns, pumps, tanks, electrical control cabinet, etc.). This equipment can work in the following modes: automatic regeneration ofRead More
СММ-2,2 plant was started up in JizanAugust 8, 2017 our company’s operation personnel performed commissioning and adjustment of the CMM-2.2 unit in Jizan (Saudi Arabia). This equipment is multifunctional, since in addition to cleaning insulating oils from mechanical impurities, water and gases, it also heats electric equipment with hot oil and vacuum drys power transformers. The plant’s capacity in drying andRead More
Oil Reclamation vs Oil RecyclingDifference Between Oil Reclamation and Oil Recycling First of all it is necessary to mention that oil, used in different industries is usually a special formulation made to meet the needs of that particular industry. To gain a better understanding of the regeneration process, one should understand that to meet the needs of a particularRead More
Zimbabwe. Annual presentations of GlobeCore equipmentJune 8, this year a number of presentations on GlobeCore equipment was held in Bulawayo (Zimbabwe). It was only last year in August that similar presentations were held in the capital of Zimbabwe- Harare. Then, not all the representatives from Zimbabwe electrical industry could be present at the presentations. This called for a new opportunityRead More
Equipment commissioning in FinlandMay 31, our company technical team completed the works under the contract on production, delivery and commissioning of a CMM-4/7 unit in Finland (Helsinki). This equipment is designed for businesses that repair and install high-voltage oil-filled equipment. The first transformer it services was a 400 MVA transformer. Operating modes of the unit CMM-4/7 operates inRead More
CMM-4/7 and CMM-12R installed and commissioned in Botswana21-31 of May, GlobeCore team conducted a commissioning of 2 units in Botswana. Now in Gaborone are operating 2 oil regeneration units – CMM-4/7 and CMM-12R. CMM-4/7 solves the problems of degassing, drying and cleaning from mechanical impurities of insulating oils. This unit heats oil before refilling 1150 kV power transformers with it, It alsoRead More
Pakistan. CMM-4/7 successfully starts its workMay 13, 2017, another GlobeCore plant was successfully put into operation. In Lahore (Pakistan), a CMM-4/7 unit serviced the power transformers through heating, drying, cleaning, degassing and nitriding of the insulating oil. This equipment can provide ISO 4406 cleanliness class – / 14/12 of industrial oil. It also achieves moisture content by weight below 5Read More
GlobeCore presented a seminar In QuitoDuring 2 days, May 3-4 in Quito (Ecuador), GlobeCore held a seminar presenting its equipment The event was attended by representatives of the electricity industry from many countries, including Peru, Bolivia, Argentina, Colombia, Costa Rica and El Salvador. The seminar covered the following questions: General information about GlobeCore; Modern technologies in cleaning and regeneration ofRead More
GlobeCore held a presentation in Ecuador on May 3-4May 3-4, in Quito (Ecuador) GlobeCore together with Tcontrol S.A. organized and held a seminar on modern technologies for cleaning and regeneration of mineral oils, fuels and other petroleum products. The event was part of a series of presentations held by GlobeCore. in order to raise the awareness of managers and specialists in the energy,Read More
CMM-0,6 unit is ready for transformer maintenance in Saudi ArabiaApril 23 – 27, GlobeCore technical team visited Jeddah (Saudi Arabia). The purpose of this trip was commissioning of a CMM-0,6 oil purification unit. This equipment cleans insulating oil from mechanical impurities, water and gases. The unit’s components are assembled in a closed container and mounted on a single-axle trailer. The container has flap doorsRead More
CMM-4/7 started up in EstoniaApril 10, 2017 GlobeCore specialists started up a CMM-4/7 unit in Tallinn (Estonia). This equipment is used by business engaged in installation, repair and operation of power transformers for degassing and filtration of insulating oil. Also, the units can be used to heat oil-filled electrical appliances with hot oil, for vacuum dehydration and evacuation ofRead More
CMM-4/7 started up in EstoniaApril 10, 2017 GlobeCore specialists started up a CMM-4/7 unit in Tallinn (Estonia). This equipment is used by business engaged in installation, repair and operation of power transformers for degassing and filtration of insulating oil. Also, the units can be used to heat oil-filled electrical appliances with hot oil, for vacuum dehydration and evacuation ofRead More
Oxidation Effects On Transformer OilOxidation effects. Transformer oil fills power transformers and other high-voltage devices providing reliable isolation and removing heat from the hot parts of the equipment. In high-voltage circuit breakers the oil also acts as an arc extinguisher. Generally, insulating oils work at high temperatures (70-80 °C). Temperature and air cause the oil to oxidize, resulting inRead More
Transformer Moisture RemovalMoisture removal from transformer oil is an important part of maintenance of insulating liquid. This problem is solved by using AC or DC electric fields. In practice, the most common are DC machines. The electric oil dehydration takes place through bipolar coalescence or dielectrophoresis. In the coalescence process, the microdroplets of water become dipoles, causingRead More
Start up of equipment in IndonesiaFebruary 15 this year GlobeCore equipment was started up in Gresik (Indonesia). This time the CMM-0.6M oil purification plant was put into operation. This equipment is designed to clean insulating oils from water and mechanical impurities and can be used in installation, repairs and operation of power transformers. The main difference of an CMM-0,6M plantRead More
GlobeCore at Gulf Industry Fair 2017February 7 -9, 2017 Manama (Kingdom of Bahrain) hosted the Gulf International Industry Fair 2017. It has been held since 2008. Over time, the Gulf Industry Fair 2017 has grown to a leading trade show in the Persian Gulf. According to the organizers, it has been visited by 30,000 people. The showcases of the GulfRead More
GlobeCore presented its equipment at Gulf Industry Fair in BahrainFebruary 7-9, 2017 Bahrain International Exhibition Centre hosted a Gulf Industry Fair 2017. The fair was held in Manama (the capital of Kingdom of Bahrain) and brought together the leading manufacturers of equipment for energy industry, environmental protection, metallurgy, etc. The exhibition was first held in 2008. Since then it was visited by more thanRead More
The CMM-10-10 unit was put into operation in EgyptJanuary 13, this year, GlobeCore employees completed commissioning of an UVM-10-10 unit in Asyut (Egypt). This equipment is used during installation, repair and operation of power transformers. CMM-10-10 degasses and cleans insulating oils and vacuumizes transformers. After treatment the oil moisture content is below 5 ppm, and gas content is 0.1%. In addition to transformersRead More
CMM-4/7 Units to Service Wind Farm Transformers in Virginia, USGlobeCore is a member of American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) and is a participant in many wind-power related projects. In November one of American power generation companies contacted GlobeCore to rent two CMM-4/7 units, which were then shipped to Virginia to service wind farm transformers. This type of equipment removes solves gas, solved and freeRead More
GlobeCore Cooperation With the US Power IndustryGlobeCore strives to participate in all possible projects to replace traditional energy sources with alternatives. Some of the services GlobeCore offers our clients is the sales of equipment to process electrical insulation oil and servicing power transformers, as well as rentals of this equipment. It was the latter option that was chosen by one ofRead More
The Oil Pump: Types and VarietiesThe purpose of the oil pump is self-explanatory. This is a device to exert pressure on the oil to transport it from one place in the system to another. In terms of control, there are two types of pumps: one type can adjust pressure in the system by changing capacity, others cannot. There are twoRead More
Corrective Maintenance of Oil-Filled TransformersCorrective maintenance of oil transformer is performed according to mandatory schedule and according to the current condition of the transformer. Corrective maintenance includes certain measures, such as external inspection and repairs, cleaning of insulators, radiators and the tank, removal of dirt from the expansion tank, adding oil, sampling of oil and making all the necessaryRead More
GlobeCore gains membership in the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA)Our company always strives to keep abreast of latest trends in the power generation sector. This approach allows us to follow the newest technologies to improve our equipment and solve practical problems. To be more involved with the wind power industry, GlobeCore joined the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA). This decision stems from the workRead More
Highlights of GlobeCore equipmentGlobeCore is one of the leading manufacturers of oil purification and regeneration equipment, as well as maintenance equipment for power transformers. This article shows the benefits of GlobeCore equipment which brought the company to the top position in the world market. What equipment does GlobeCore produce? Absorption dryers are used for drying transformer oil. GlobeCoreRead More
Guests from Ethiopia Visit the GlobeCore International Training Center in OldenburgOn 14 November 2016 GlobeCore main office hosted visitors again. This time, the visitors, interested in mineral oil and fuel treatment technologies, as well as efficient power transformer servicing, came from Ethiopia. A GlobeCore specialist held a presentation for the guests, describing the capabilities of equipment designed for: mineral oil filtration; mineral oil degassing; mineralRead More
Canada. The CMM-4/7 unit for oil reclaiming successfully services transformers of wind turbinesOil reclaiming extends power transformer service life fro 15 years. GlobeCore is a member of the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA), and always tries to find solutions to the urgent problems in the industry. Among the tasks are: increasing reliability and extending service life of wind turbine transformers. These transformers convert the voltage of turbineRead More
Purification of Dielectric Fluids Based on Vegetable OilFR3 is a fire-resistant green dielectric liquid made on the basis of ether. This product was specifically designed for use in transformers that must meet higher requirements for environmental and fire safety. The main base for obtaining FR3 is vegetable oil with special additives of natural origin. Fireproof properties of this dielectric fluid are causedRead More
Heating OilHeating oil is obtained from diesel fractions of direct distillation and of secondary origins. Quite often there is confusion when heating oil is called “diesel oil” and vice versa. In fact, there are certain differences. Firstly, heating oil is slightly heavier than diesel oil by its fractional composition, and, secondly, heating oil does not haveRead More
What Is Waste Oil Processing?We most often hear about environmental issues in the context of production and transportation of crude oil. Its release to the environment can lead to soil degradation, water and atmosphere pollution. Due to great publicity certain steps are taken to address these problems, but the dangers of waste petroleum oil are not always spoken aboutRead More
Transformer Oil BreakdownTransformer oil is the main dielectric liquid widely used in many electrical devices. It is most often used to improve dielectric strength and cooling of windings in power transformers and other systems. Dielectric strength is a major characteristic of transformer oil. Typically, the minimum possible value is strictly regulated by the electric equipment operation rules.Read More
WETEX International Exhibition in DubaiOctober 4-6, Dubai (UAE) hosted the 18th WETEX 2016 international exhibition, which presented the latest water treatment technologies, energy technologies, and developments in environmental protection. The event has been organized by Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) since 1999. Now WETEX is one of the leading exhibitions which gathers representatives of the energy sector fromRead More
Transformer Oil AnalysisTo determine the primary parameters of oil quality and performance, transformer oil must be carefully analyzed. The parameters must meet the requirements of various regulatory documentation. If the results of the analysis are not favorable, the oil must be either changed or purified. According to the quality and purity of transformer oil, it can beRead More
Breakthroughs and the Dielectric Strength of Transformer OilDielectric strength is an engineering term that describes the maximum voltage that transformer insulation oil can withstand without damage or interference. Dielectric strength is the main characteristic of liquid insulating material and is used as one of the criteria for testing of new oil reliability. Reduced operational capability of transformer oil is a major causeRead More
Oil Reclaiming and Oil Degassing Unit CMM-0.6 Launched in ItalyOctober 2016: GlobeCore technical support team commissions an oil reclaiming and oil degassing unit CMM-0.6 in Italy. The oil reclaiming equipment will be operated in Carpenedolo, Brescia. The CMM-0.6 is a portable oil station that purifies electrical insulating oils, removing mechanical impurities, water and gas. It guarantees the desired oils parameters for oils with viscosity less than 70Read More
Oman. GlobeCore equipment presentation in MuscatIn October 2016, GlobeCore made a presentation of its equipment in Muscat (Oman). The presentation was a part of the seminar organized by RAY International Group. The seminar was attributed to the issues of oil and gas industry in Oman. It was attended by 50 delegates, among them the representatives of the oil and gasRead More
From XX to XXI: the history of fuller’s earth oil reclamationThere are several methods of regeneration of used transformer oil. One of these is dehydration by zeolite, purification in a filter press, purification and dehydration in a centrifuge (purification, clarification and vacuum drying), there are also processes based on adsorption. Adsorption is the most efficient and the least complicated method of complete purification and regenerationRead More
Processing transformer oil using GlobeCore equimentOperation of transformers is always influenced by adverse factors influencing insulation oils. Those are moisture, oxygen, heat and sunlight. The oil ages with time. Insulation fluid performance suffers, with the corresponding effect on the electrical equipment. Sludge forms in the transformer (in the windings and on the magnetic core), accelerating the aging of paper insulationRead More
Recycling of used mineral oilIndustrial facilities and transportation fleets generate large amounts of oil waste, mineral oil being a large part of it. Mineral oils are mostly used for lubrication of various machines and mechanisms to reduce wear. Approximately 40 million tons of oil waste is generated in the world each year. About half is collected, with no moreRead More
Mineral oil recycling unit: principles of operationMineral oil is a very widely used material. The oil can be used to dissipate heat from equipment, lubricate mechanisms, insulation, arc extinguishing etc. In the process of operation the oil is subjected to various unfavorable factors (high temperature, oxygen, water, particulate matter), degrading its performance. If the oil parameters are below the regulated values,Read More
Successful Start up of CMM-12R unit for Oil Reclamation in EcuadorAugust this year, our company visited the city of Quito (Ecuador), to start up a СММ-12R unit for Oil Reclamation The startup was preceded by a test run, which demonstrated good results with reduced dielectric loss tangent of 0,7% at 90° C (initial value at 11%) and increase of breakdown voltage to 80 kV. TheRead More
Exploitation of Transformer OilQuality of transformer oil is an unstable property which is caused by the influence of a number of negative factors. Oxidation may be considered the most significant factor. The impact of sunlight, high temperatures, as well as some other factors contributes to the development of transformer oil oxidation. As a result, acids may form inRead More
Oil Reclaiming in High Voltage Power TransformersMineral oil is one of the most prevalent wastes generated as a result of economic activities of industrial and transportation enterprises. Every year the world industry generates about 40 million tons of waste oil, no more than 5% of which is processed. Let us consider the ratio of oil consumption and processing in some countries.Read More
Tools for Treatment in the Trunk – Portable Transformer Oil Recycling UnitsFor preservation and prevention of repairs in transformers, as well as prolonging its service life, different industries are increasingly using regeneration and cleaning plants for transformer oil. These systems allow complete cleaning of transformer oil and restoration of its initial properties and characteristics. Thus they extend period of use of transformer oil for an indefiniteRead More
Purification of Transformer Oil – is Expensive or Reasonable Investment?For many years transformer oil has been a reliable insulation and a cooling medium inside transformers. One of the main indicators checked before oil is poured into a transformer is – its viscosity. With rise of temperature it decreases and increases when temperature goes down. Oil’s high viscosity index negatively affects its cooling system. DuringRead More
A New Shopping Cart for Businessman – Installations for Oil ReclamationThe main cause of breakdowns or contamination of engines is contamination of oil. Indicators of oil defects and pollution are calculated individually for each type of fuel. These include the number of mechanical impurities or water content, acid number, viscosity and so. The water content of 0.5% and 3% in fuel indicates of its emergencyRead More
“Shake it and See the Light Shines Through …”: This rule applies to wine business, and also to oilContaminated and used oil can be used not only for cheap heating but also it can almost completely return its original cost. Modern methods for extraction of moisture, gases, purification, separation of harmful impurities and filtration – they are, first and foremost, a way to make money on recycled raw materials, and second, to mergeRead More
Oil Reclamation is Not Only in Comic Books – X-Force to clean transformer oilReclamation of oil – is a partial or full recovery of its quality characteristics. Facilities of oil upgrading occupy a considerable niche in international market of industrial machinery. At the moment when a company stops thinking about simply saving on salaries and purchase of low-quality raw material, it steps into a new area where itRead More
Protection of the Environment and Ways to Save on “Dirty” OilsIn recent years, it becomes quite fashionable to be involved in the environmental movement. There is nothing wrong about it, there are only pluses. What is more, the development of the environmental industry is aimed to achieve benefits for both sides: nature and man. This development could be treated differently. Many “cheap” entrepreneurs do notRead More
Clarification Technology for Waste oil reclamationRare people have not heard about the negative impact of waste oil reclamation on the environment. But the lack of legal acts, points of collection/processing, as well as inadequate use of oil recycling and oil reclamation tion methods often lead towaste oil reclamation being simply drained. What follows it – is air and water pollutionRead More