With a service life of up to 60 years, substation transformers rarely need replacement, but it’s nonetheless critical to have this process done correctly. When the time comes for you to replace your substation transformer, it’s vital to partner with a company that will prioritize complying with all local and state regulations and minimizing the environmental impact.
At Sunbelt Solomon, we have over a century of combined experience, making us a reliable choice for your substation teardown needs. Our team provides safe and efficient removal services regardless of where your job site is for greater peace of mind. We invite you to contact us today to learn more about our services and how they can benefit your company.
A Comprehensive Guide to Our Teardown Process
Our meticulous teardown process ensures a safe and environmentally conscious removal and involves the following steps:
- Preparation and compliance: Before we begin the teardown process, our team will thoroughly examine your job site and circuit breakers to make sure they meet all requirements while adhering to relevant policies and regulations. We will hold daily meetings to review our teardown process, discuss safety measures and ensure we fully comply with regulatory and environmental standards.
- Disconnecting and draining: We begin the teardown process by disconnecting the substation transformer from the grid station circuit breaker and draining the oil to prepare the transformer for the dismantling process.
- External equipment breakdown: Once the transformer is empty, our team will disassemble external components such as the radiator, insulator and arresters
- Tank removal: Next, we will seal and purge the transformer tank with nitrogen gas and then cut its base to enable access to the internal core and coil for a safe extraction process.
- Core and coil removal: We will disconnect the internal core and coil components after opening the tank using our safe processes.
- Cleanup and disposal: The final step in our removal procedure is a comprehensive cleanup of the installation site. We will handle the removal of any residual oil or waste materials and leave no trace of the teardown process.
Why Work With the Team at Sunbelt Solomon
From a national network of service centers to the ability to handle sites and electrical substations of all sizes, there are many reasons why Sunbelt Solomon is an excellent choice for your transformer teardown needs. Some other reasons why our customers choose us include:
- Decades of decommissioning experience: Our full-time decommissioning team has over 40 years of combined teardown experience, making us a knowledgeable choice.
- Rental options: We offer rental and Reman® transformer options so your business can maintain efficiency while we tear down and transport your substation.
- Efficient services: We offer the fastest lead times in the industry and pride ourselves on providing expedited services of the highest quality.
Request a Quote for Your Substation Teardown Needs
As an industry leader, Sunbelt Solomon is proud to be a top choice for all your substation teardown needs. We offer services and products nationwide, and our expert team provides highly dependable refurbished, rewound and new substation transformers. Contact our professionals today for more information, or try our convenient quote builder tool to generate an estimate.
