Speakers & Topics

Addressing Challenges of Polymeric Insulators Used with Transformer Bushings: Experience in TNB Grid Systems (in English)

Mr. Kasim holds a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (Hons) as well as a Master of Mechanical Engineering from Tenaga Nasional University and is a registered Professional Engineer with extensive experience in failure analysis across power utilities, the oil and gas sector,...  » READ MORE

Life Cycle Analysis of Polymer, Porcelain & Glass Insulators: Part 2 (in English)

Mr. Kellett graduated from Queen’s University in 2015 with a B.Sc in Engineering Physics. He recently joined K-Line after completing a career in auto-racing, where his experience included the testing and development of vehicle dynamics and aerodynamics components as well as development and tuning simulation models....  » READ MORE

Issues in Asset Management Decision to Replace Transmission Line Insulators at End-of-Life (in English)

Chair Session 1: Key Issues & Challenges Confronting Today’s Asset Management

Mr. Khalil-Pour is an Electrical Engineer (P.Eng) with 25 years’ experience in the power industry, including 20 years with electrical utilities and 4 as a consulting engineer....  » READ MORE

Failures of High Voltage Insulators: The Various Characteristics Involved (in English)

Dr. Klingberg studied Chemistry earning an M. S. degree from the University of Saarland in Saarbrücken, Germany, and a doctorate degree from the University of Utah in Salt Lake City. Since 1996, he has been employed by Wacker Chemical, specializing in application engineering in the wire &...  » READ MORE

Comparing Newest Technologies to Inspect Overhead Lines with Traditional Methods: Global Trends & Case Studies (in English)

Mr. Kolecis has extensive professional experience as a drone pilot with more than 760 successful flights, with a particular focus on LiDAR data capture. He has led a drone pilot training program for an established company in Portugal,...  » READ MORE

1. Comparing Pollution Flashover Behaviour of Bushings & Insulators of Same Design (in English)
2. Evaluating PD Behaviour of Long-Term VLF & DAC Testing on Refractive & Geometric Stress Control of MV Cable Joints (in English)

Prof. Kornhuber studied at Graz University of Technology where he received his Doctoral Degree in electrical power engineering....  » READ MORE

Lessons from Two Decades of Experience Commissioning Testing HV Power Cables (in English and also in Spanish)

Mr. Kortajarena received his M. S. Degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of the Basque Country in Spain. He has been leading the onsite testing activities since 2002, mainly including diagnosis of large rotating machines at power plants and commissioning tests of high voltage cables....  » READ MORE

Applying RTV Coatings to Insulators in Factory Before Installation on Overhead Lines & Substations: Review of Advantages (in English)

Mr. Lanza graduated from LUISS University with B.Sc. and M.Sc. Degrees in Economics and Management. His Master’s thesis was “Advancements in Insulator Coating Technologies: A Comprehensive Study on Enhancing Power Reliability”, in which he highlighted the advantages of automated application systems for RTV silicone coatings....  » READ MORE

Importance of Identifying Type & Level of Contamination When Specifying Ideal Transmission Line Insulation (in Spanish)

Mr. Lavandoscki has an MBA in the Electrical Sector from the Fundação Getúlio Vargas, a Master’s Degree in Materials Engineering from the Federal University of São Carlos and a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Methodist University of Piracicaba....  » READ MORE

Advances in Applying Electromagnetic Principles to Optimize Overhead Transmission Lines (in English)

Dr. Leman earned his Master’s Degree from the University of Idaho and his PhD from Washington State University. Prior tp joining Clearwater Power, he served as Sr Project Engineer at POWER Engineers, where his responsibilities included leading engineering teams and performing studies for design and analysis of energy infrastructure....  » READ MORE

Power Cable Challenges & Solutions for Renewable Energy: Construction, Installation & Quality Assurance (in English)

Chair Session 8: Latest Knowledge & Experience in Testing & Condition Assessment of Power Cables & Accessories

Mr. Leufkens holds an MS EE Degree from Delft Technical University in the Netherlands and has had more than 20 years’ experience as an executive in the power sector....  » READ MORE

Mitigating Risk Through Transient Protection of Transformer Bushings When Using Online Monitoring (in English)

Dr. Löfås earned his PhD and a M. Sc. Degrees from Uppsala University, Sweden and has had 10 years professional experience in the area of bushings, including design, R&D, engineering solutions and testing. He started as a scientist in the corporate research organization and later moved to engineering where he has been closely involved in failure investigations and questions related to condition assessment of aged bushings....  » READ MORE

Analysis of Service Experience of Line/Substation Insulators & Optimizing Performance of Insulators in Polluted Environments: Experience at Spanish TSO (in Spanish)

Mr. López is a Civil Engineer from the Polytechnic University of Madrid. Since 2008, he has worked at Red Eléctrica, occupying various positions, having been part of the Construction, Supply, and Lines Departments....  » READ MORE

Applying RTV Coatings in Polluted Service Environments: 30 Years Experience & Lessons Learned (in English)

Roy Macey has been involved in design, performance and maintenance of high voltage insulators for five decades. Both his BSc and MSc theses were on outdoor insulation and he established the first pollution severity surveys and energized insulator test stations in South Africa....  » READ MORE

Pre-testing Porcelain Insulators Slated for Seismic Testing (in English)

Mr. Maloney holds a BS ME degree from Purdue University and has worked for PPC Insulators for the past 19 years, coordinating product testing, quality and application engineering. He is active in American Standards Committees, including NEMA and C29 insulator Working Groups....  » READ MORE