2026 Event Schedule

As U.S. grid complexity increases with rising power demands fueled by data centers and industrial growth, renewable integration and aging infrastructure, utilities are transitioning from time-based to condition-based maintenance strategies. This presentation examines the technical implementation and operational benefits of online transformer monitoring systems.

We'll explore the modernization pathway: replacing conventional maintenance strategies with integrated digital platforms that enable risk-based monitoring. The discussion includes practical considerations for OLTC monitoring deployment and real-world performance data from utility implementations.

A technical deep-dive into online partial discharge monitoring demonstrates how early detection of insulation degradation supports evidence-based decision-making. Case studies illustrate how utilities leverage real-time diagnostics to optimize transformer loading, extend asset life, and reduce unplanned outages—addressing the critical challenge of maximizing existing infrastructure capacity.

Attendees will gain actionable insights into monitoring system architecture, deployment strategies, and the operational frameworks utilities use to translate data into maintenance decisions that enhance grid resilience.

Session Sponsored by REINHAUSEN