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DON'T MISS THE MOST CRITICAL ISSUES ON INSPECTION

Jul 14
1 min

DON'T MISS THE MOST CRITICAL ISSUES ON INSPECTION

TRANSFORMERS NEED A KEEN EYE When it comes to transformers, a simple mistake from a rushed or untrained maintenance staff can create a costly problem for your facility. In this case, a radiator flange on a transformer received new gaskets by just such a team, which didn’t include a critical butterfly valve. This resulted in leaks that lead to a second expensive outage for the facility. Get the job done right the first time. Rely on the team at RMS Energy for a FREE VISUAL INS

CAN YOU READ THESE GAUGES?

Jun 28
1 min

CAN YOU READ THESE GAUGES?

Neither could we!! From time to time, our crews run into issues that may prevent proper monitoring of transformers and other critical equipment. As in our example, gauges that are fogged, cracked or damaged can get in the way of a true reading on oil levels and temperatures. Without a good reading, transformers can run hot or low on oil, undetected by maintenance personnel. With no early detection, major repairs may be needed that result in costly downtimes. Rely on the team

LEAKY TRANSFORMER?

Jun 23
1 min

LEAKY TRANSFORMER?

IS YOUR TRANSFORMER LEAKING? | A leaky transformer can lead to major problems, with moisture resulting in a breakdown of insulating fluids, shortening the life of the paper insulation. On the outside, insulating fluid leaks can generate further deterioration of the radiator flange gaskets, damage to gauges, external environmental and safety problems. While such leaks are common, some maintenance personnel can easily miss the signs of corrosion, thermocouple issues, coolant re

COMPLIMENTARY VISUAL INSPECTION

Jun 10
1 min

COMPLIMENTARY VISUAL INSPECTION

GET A COMPLIMENTARY VISUAL INSPECTION | Often times, simple things can be overlooked when it comes to transformer operations. A bad gauge, a misreading, or in the case of the problem below, an abnormal coolant temperature reading, which could be a sign of a needed oil top-off or system repairs. In this case, a 47-degree Celsius reading spotted by the RMS Energy team meant that there was a possible leak or coolant issue, and if left untreated, could have led to an unplanned ou

PLAN YOUR OUTAGE

Jun 7
1 min

PLAN YOUR OUTAGE

PLAN YOUR OUTAGE | This time of year, many power generation facilities are planning an outage to accomplish routine maintenance, repairs, retrofits and upgrades of various critical power equipment. But to achieve a truly reliable system, you need a knowledgeable and dependable team that is also just as reliable. Contact RMS Energy to learn how our teams can help plan your outage, effect repairs, and improve the overall reliability of your system in a way that fits your budget

Breaker Swap

May 12
1 min

Breaker Swap

BREAKER SWAP | The team from RMS Energy recently finished swapping out a breaker at power generation facility in Arizona. Our teams are well trained and ready for the job, including bus engineering, modifications, upgrades, retrofits, installations, maintenance, emergency services and more. Give us a call to learn how RMS Energy can help your power facility maintain its peak operating efficiency. #energy #industry #electrical #power #powerplants #maintenance #busduct #breaker

Retrofit Complete

Mar 22
1 min

Retrofit Complete

RETROFIT COMPLETE ! | RMS Energy and its team member, Jacob Brew, recently completed a generator circuit breaker retrofit and upgrade at a power facility. RMS Energy offers a variety of services to the power gen industry, including Field Services, Transformer Solutions, Bus Solutions, Engineering Services, Advanced Monitoring Technology, Emergency Services and more. Learn more about everything that RMS Energy has to offer by visiting our website at www.rmsenergy.com #electric

Always Reliable

Mar 8
1 min

Always Reliable

YOUR RELIABLE ENERGY PARTNER | RMS Energy is an industry leader, providing comprehensive solutions in isolated phase, non-seg and cable bus systems, switchgear, substations, transformers, relays, commissioning, testing, engineering, advanced technologies and more. Our teams are knowledgable, reliable, and make safety a number-one priority. Learn more about everything we offer at www.rmsenergy.com Want to work for us? Check out our job listings at www.rmsenergy.com/careers #en

Join Our Team!

Feb 15
1 min

Join Our Team!

JOIN A SUCCESSFUL TEAM | RMS Energy is on the hunt for hard working, qualified individuals across the country to fill a variety of exciting positions. We're looking for: - Substation Technician - P&C Technician Engineer - Senior Technician - Test and Field Technician - Sales Reps Learn more and apply by visiting our career page at www.rmsenergy.com/careers #careers #employment #energy #industry #electrical #maintenance #transformers

Register for our FREE Webinar

Jan 4
1 min

Register for our FREE Webinar

BUS SYSTEM MAINTENANCE IN ACTION Our 50-minute webinar is designed with bus maintenance in mind. Learn why bus maintenance is so critical to the operation of your power system. Plus, hear information that is crucial to properly planning maintenance for your bus system. The webinar is free. Please visit our website at www.rmsenergy.com to register. #webinar #bussystem #maintenance

Free Webinar on Dec 7!

Dec 1, 2021
1 min

Free Webinar on Dec 7!

REGISTER FOR OUR WEBINAR | Combined Cycle Journal is hosting RMS Energy's Brian O'Neil on Dec 7 for a one-hour webinar called "Bus System Maintenance in Action." Learn about the best practices that keep these systems running smoothly. It's free! Register at https://www.ccj-online.com/ #busducts #energy #industry #bussolutions #maintenance #webinar

Solutions for Bus Systems

Nov 9, 2021
1 min

Solutions for Bus Systems

RMS Energy has a team of experts who served as the go-to resource for bus repair, installation and maintenance. RMS Energy's bus services span the entire landscape of electrical needs, and are carried out by skilled, experienced and reliable technicians who are knowledgeable about a wide range of bus duct manufacturers, systems and services. This includes: Greenfield installation Bus modifications/retrofits Transformer retrofits Generator switchgear retrofits Inspection, mai

Bus System Experts

Oct 19, 2021
1 min

Bus System Experts

RMS Energy offers a full range of comprehensive bus duct system solutions that ensure peak operating efficiency on your power system. Our bus solutions include everything from bus installations, to modifications, repairs, transformer/GCB retrofits, inspections, testing, cleaning and more. Our teams are well trained and experienced with isophase, cable, and non-seg bus systems. Contact us to learn more about our bus system solutions! #energy #installations #maintenance #bussys

Substation Work from RMS Energy

Oct 5, 2021
1 min

Substation Work from RMS Energy

Design, installation, maintenance and repair. The RMS Energy team can help in all of these disciplines when it comes to substations across the country. Rely on our team to analyze your specific needs, and we'll put a plan in place for you. #substations #repair #maintenance #energy #electrical #installations

Bushing Replacement

Jul 29, 2021
1 min

Bushing Replacement

We're closing out "Emergency Services Month" with a look at a bushing replacement, completed at an Ohio facility by the RMS Energy team. For field emergency work, we're ready to respond, 24/7. When the unexpected happens, put RMS Energy on speed dial at 1-888-683-3630. #emergencies #energy #industry #electrical #transformers #powerplants #power #installation #maintenance

Chilly Bus Installation (to cool us off!)

Jun 29, 2021
1 min

Chilly Bus Installation (to cool us off!)

While the country is experiencing record temps in many locations, we thought a quick glimpse back in time to just six short months ago (when the weather was decidedly more "cool") was in order. We finish out "Bus Month" with a look at an isophase bus install project completed by RMS Energy when the temps were freezing and a rapid storm that dumped more than 7-inches of snow didn't slow us down. RMS Energy offers a full range of comprehensive bus duct system solutions that en

DC Bus Install at Steel Mill

Jun 22, 2021
1 min

DC Bus Install at Steel Mill

Steel Modernization Project at a Steel Mill RMS Energy works in a variety of industries, including steel. Wherever power generation is occurring, the teams at RMS are well trained to work on systems across the country. Sometimes, that means working in a facility that is not a power plant itself. In this recent project, RMS Energy completed work at a large stainless steel mill. RMS was hired to design and install new DC bus in preparation for a pickling line modernization pro

Modification of Isophase System

Jun 8, 2021
1 min

Modification of Isophase System

RMS Energy is celebrating June as BUS SOLUTIONS MONTH! All month, we are featuring various bus duct system projects that the team has completed across the USA. Recent projects have included modifications, installations, retrofits and maintenance at power facilities on isophase, cable and non-seg systems. Here, the team worked on an isolated phase bus duct system modification project at facility in Arizona earlier this year. #isophase #busduct #system #maintenance #solutions #

Substations R Us

May 25, 2021
1 min

Substations R Us

RMS Energy can help with substation work, including design, installation, testing and maintenance. Recently RMS Energy completed some critical bus welding work on a substation in Loredo, Texas. #welding #installation #maintenance #substation

Helical Pilings Save Time and Money

May 4, 2021
1 min

Helical Pilings Save Time and Money

How do you avoid having to lay a giant base of concrete to lend support to a structure? Use Helical Pilings! RMS Energy recently worked on a project in which helical pilings were driven into the ground using a pneumatic driver on a large excavator. These can be installed quickly and in below-freezing temperatures. The install-depth is well below the frost level, so it avoids any issues with heaving. Working with a Montana-based contractor, RMS Energy then set adapter plates f