Voltage Optimisation and Transformer Tap Setting
Many sites are supplied at a higher voltage than their equipment needs, which wastes energy and shortens equipment life. This course covers measuring the real supply position and correcting it.
Course outline
What this programme covers, module by module.
- 01Being supplied at more voltage than you need
- 02Measuring supply voltage across the load cycle
- 03How excess voltage wastes energy and shortens life
- 04Equipment tolerance, nameplate ratings and limits
- 05Transformer taps, off load switching and safe procedure
- 06Voltage optimisation equipment and assessing vendor claims
- 07Measurement and verification of actual savings
What you will gain
- Measure supply voltage across load conditions
- Explain how excess voltage wastes energy
- Assess equipment tolerance to voltage change
- Set transformer taps correctly and safely
- Evaluate voltage optimisation equipment honestly
- Verify savings after any change
Who should attend
- Electrical engineers and technicians
- Energy and facilities managers
- Maintenance staff working on supply transformers
- Finance staff assessing energy proposals
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 to 10 Nov 2026 | Durban | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 23 to 24 Nov 2026 | Cape Town | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 11 to 12 Jan 2027 | Johannesburg | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 8 to 9 Feb 2027 | Dubai | 2 Days | US$1,100 | |
| 19 to 20 Apr 2027 | Pretoria | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 5 to 6 Jul 2027 | Durban | 2 Days | R10,000 |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Public intakes are confirmed once minimum numbers are met. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
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- R10,000 per delegate
- Duration
- 2 Days
- Field
- Electrical & Renewable Energy
- Formats
- In-house, public, online
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