FORENSIC ANALYSIS

Approximately 2% of operating transformers fail in service each year.  For many of these failures it is a simple issue of reaching the normal end of life.  However, when a transformer fails prematurely, it is routine to initiate a forensic analysis to determine the root cause of the failure.  The process of the forensic analysis follows a relatively routine outline; however, each failure is unique and requires the ability to assess data and let the data lead the investigator to the determination of the root cause.  Mr. Templeton has performed many forensic analyses for both field failures and factory failures during his 45 year career.