 HawaiiTransformer Technologies solved a difficult problem for HECO by performing an On-Site teardown of a 200,000 pound transformer. Since the cost to load, move, and ship such a large unit was extremely high, we offered to send a crew from Oregon. HECO was skeptical, as the last contractor did not perform to acceptable environmental standards. Working with Haztech Environmental Services, Transformer Technologies visited the site in advance and submitted a detailed environmental plan. The transformer dismantling proceeded without incident, on time, and under budget. Savings to HECO exceeded $50,000! |
 San Diego Gas & ElectricUtilizing our affiliate company, TCI of Alabama, Transformer Technologies successfully removed equipment from 5 separate substations in Southern California. Two substations required removal of transformers, circuit breakers, lattice towers and auxilliary equipment; Two substations required removal of untested bushings; and One substation required removal of two large transformers. Transformer Technologies arranged the Hazardous Material hauling and worked with TCI of Alabama to test and process the bushings. All transportation, crane work, and demolition was coordinated to minimize substation disruption and fit the customer's schedule. |
|  Urban Substation
San Francisco, CAA major California Utility required the removal of all equipment from four floors of an urban substation. Equipment included single phase transformers, circuit breakers, regulators, reactors, and cabling. Asbestos, lead paint, and lead sheathing was present in many areas. Logistics proved interesting as the crane to second and third floor was limited to 6,000 pounds, the transformers on the first floor required Jack and Roll removal, and the city streets could not be blocked by equipment or trucking. Health and safety considerations included lead and asbestos abatement, confined space entry, and close proximity to energized equipment. The project was completed on time, under complete compliance with California health, safety, and environmental regulations. |
 Portland General Electric
Beaverton, ORAfter suffering a catastrophic failure of a substation transformer, PGE contacted Transformer Technologies to remove the unit, and assist in determining the root cause. Project timeline was very short, as PGE needed to replace the mounting pad and surrounding gravel prior to installing a backup unit. Working under direction of PGE engineering, Transformer Technologies utilized a disassembly method that exposed the inner windings, locating the failure area. In addition, Transformer Technologies was able to garner maximum value for the scrap, even with the fire damage. |
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