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A common question asked by those responsible for the protection of transformers in substations is: "How far from my transformer can I locate my arrester and still provide adequate protection?"   The answer, of course, is never simple and is one that generally takes a few diagrams and charts.  Because the value of the power transformers is so substantial, this question cannot be taken lightly.  The general rule of thumb is: "Locate the arrester as close as possible to the bushings of the transformer".   This rule is one I suggest whenever possible; however, it is not always possible, especially at higher system voltages. more ...

Arrester papers and presentations on interesting and practical applications are sought for the 2015 INMR World Congress to be held in Oct 18-21, 2015, Westin Grand Hotel, Munich, Germany.

Preferred Subjects are

• Successful applications of Transmission Line Arresters
• Successful resolution of repeated equipment failures with arresters
• Unique issues where arresters were part of the solution
• UHV Arrester Applications and Design
• New monitoring methods
• Unique transient studies and issues
• Arrester design reviews
• Cable protection
• Series Capacitor protection
• FACTS protection
• Wind-farm protection
• New ground lead disconnector designs

Paper and Presentation Title and Content Suggestions

• Specifying the Perfect TLA
• Overview of the perfect condition monitor
• How to justify the installation of TLA's
• The application of TLA's on un-shielded lines
• Energy handling considerations for TLA's
• How to apply arresters to reduce the cost of transmission lines
• Improved methods of transient analysis
• Software tools for the study and application of arresters
• The self-installing Arrester
• Defining the Smart Arrester
• Monitoring external leakage current on arresters in highly contaminated areas
• Testing internal partial discharge of hollow core arrester during heavy and light rain

Paper and Presentation Submission Timeline

To ensure that only the highest quality and subject appropriate papers are presented, each paper will be reviewed and approved by an INMR based committee.

Date                   Action

Oct 31st              Intent to write and present paper in Germany must be submitted.  

   To include short abstract of the paper and title. (Sooner is better)

Nov 15th             Notification of approval 

Jan  31st             Last day to submit paper for final review.  

Feb 15th             Notification of final approval

Writing Assistance

For the novice and first time writer and presenter, assistance is offered as needed.  If you would like us to review your paper with comments we can do so.  If you would like assistance in learning how to present, we can work with you beforehand or at the world congress. 

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