Meet the Team: Carrie
Keeping Our Transformer Oil Diagnostic Programs Running Reliable transformer oil diagnostics begin long before a sample reaches our laboratory. Every successful testing program depends on accurate sampling, proper materials, and efficient logistics, and Carrie plays an essential role in making that happen. Working behind the scenes, Carrie prepares and coordinates the shipment of MVA’s transformer oil sample […]
Advanced Transformer Oil Testing & Diagnostic Laboratory
Reliable transformer maintenance begins with high-quality diagnostic data. At MVA Diagnostics, our in-house transformer oil testing laboratory provides comprehensive insulating fluid analysis to support condition-based maintenance and asset reliability programs. From Dissolved Gas Analysis (DGA), dielectric strength, moisture, acidity, inhibitor content, interfacial tension (IFT), and furan analysis to customized diagnostic testing programs, our laboratory delivers […]
Choosing the Right Transformer Oil Testing Package for Reliable Asset Management
Keeping transformers operating reliably starts with a diagnostic program that matches the needs of each asset. While routine oil testing is an essential part of transformer maintenance, a one-size-fits-all approach often fails to provide the level of insight needed for different transformer types, operating conditions, and reliability goals. At MVA Diagnostics, we offer a comprehensive […]
Watch: Scott Reed Recognized by NETA
The 2026 NETA Alliance Partner Recognition Award honors individuals who have made exceptional contributions to the electrical power industry through technical expertise, leadership, and service. This prestigious recognition celebrates transformer expert Scott Reed for his decades of dedication to advancing transformer diagnostics, improving asset reliability, and serving customers throughout the power industry. Watch the video […]
Scott Reed: 2026 IEEE Power & Energy Society (PES) General Meeting Featured Panelist
We’re excited to share that Scott Reed will be a featured panelist at the 2026 IEEE Power & Energy Society (PES) General Meeting in Montréal, Canada! Scott will join industry experts to present: Understanding What’s Happening to the Transformer as It Ages 📅 Wednesday, July 22, 2026🕒 3:00 pm – 4:50 pm📍 Palais des congrès […]
Transformer Oil Analysis Test Packages
Effective transformer maintenance starts with the right diagnostic strategy. MVA offers a comprehensive range of transformer fluid testing packages designed to support everything from routine condition monitoring to advanced diagnostics. Our standard testing packages provide a proven foundation, but we also customize diagnostic programs based on transformer design, insulating fluid, operating environment, criticality, and reliability […]
How Dissolved Gas Analysis (DGA) Detects Load Tap Changer Problems Before Failure
When DGA Tells the Story… Listen. Recent LTC DGA results pointed toward abnormal activity inside this transformer’s OLTC compartment. Elevated gassing patterns, combined with field diagnostics, led us to a planned outage and inspection. What we found confirmed the concern: significant contact wear and reversing switch coking. This is a good reminder that Load Tap […]
Transformer Oil Diagnostics: Understanding Oil Aging and the Transformer Life Cycle
The condition of transformer insulating oil is one of the best indicators of overall transformer health. Over time, heat, oxygen, and moisture drive oxidation and chemical changes that degrade both oil and cellulose insulation. Interfacial Tension (IFT) and Acid: IFT is the leading indicator of oil oxidation. As oil oxidizes, acids and polar compounds form, […]
Scott Reed Recognized by NETA with Alliance Partner Recognition Award
We are proud to announce that Scott Reed, Founder and CEO of MVA, has been honored with the 2026 NETA Alliance Partner Recognition Award for his outstanding contributions to the electrical testing industry. The award recognizes individuals who advance electrical safety, reliability, technical excellence, leadership, and service throughout the industry. Presented during the PowerTest26 Member […]
Furan Analysis: What It Reveals About Transformer Insulation Health and Aging
Furan analysis: a window into transformer insulation health When cellulose insulation in a transformer degrades, it produces furanic compounds that dissolve in the oil. Measuring these compounds gives us a critical insight into the condition of the cellulose insulation without invasive sampling. Here’s what each compound tells us: 5-Hydroxymethyl-2-furfural (5HM2F): Often linked to wet insulation […]