The 22 Stages of the Transformer Production Process:

Stage 1 – Approval on Technical Aspects Before Production
Challenge: Ensuring all technical aspects were reviewed and approved before production to avoid rework.
Management: Close coordination with the customer and GE factory to finalize specifications and prevent delays.

Stage 2 – RAAH/GE Technical Document Submittal to Customer for Approval
Challenge: Timely submission of comprehensive technical documentation to meet customer deadlines.
Management: Leveraged a streamlined review process, ensuring no document was delayed.

Stage 3 – Customer’s Technical Comments
Challenge: Gathering and addressing detailed feedback from the customer.
Management: Efficient collaboration with the customer to prioritize comments and swiftly integrate changes.

Stage 4 – RAAH/GE Technical Submittal to Customer Rev K02
Challenge: Ensuring all required technical revisions were incorporated into the documentation.
Management: Timely submission with accurate revisions to meet project milestones.

Stage 5 – Customer’s Technical Comments on Rev K02
Challenge: Handling potentially complex comments and revising technical documentation.
Management: Clear communication channels with the customer ensured quick resolution of technical concerns.

Stage 6 – GE Factory Review of Technical Comments to SALDOC-01-REV01
Challenge: Thorough internal review of customer comments to ensure all issues were addressed.
Management: GE’s engineering team conducted detailed reviews and provided prompt feedback.

Stage 7 – RAAH/GE Technical Submittal to Customer Rev K03
Challenge: Finalizing the revised submission with all technical adjustments.
Management: Precision and attention to detail were prioritized in preparing the final revision.

Stage 8 – Customer’s Technical Comments on Rev K03 & APPROVED
Challenge: Receiving and approving the final version of the technical documents.
Management: Swift review and approval by the customer ensured smooth progression to production.

Stage 9 – Technical Confirmation to GE Factory as per K03 Technical
Challenge: Aligning the factory’s production with the customer-approved technical documentation.
Management: Ensured alignment between the factory and the technical team for seamless production.

Stage 10 – GE Transformer Design/Drawing Progress and Submittal Plan
Challenge: Coordinating design and drawing submissions to meet customer deadlines.
Management: Regular updates and clear communication kept the design process on track.

Stage 11 – Record Drawing Submittal to Customer for Approval
Challenge: Preparing accurate record drawings for customer approval.
Management: Used dedicated teams to ensure that record drawings met quality and precision standards.

Stage 12 – HV / LV Windings and Core Preparation
Challenge: Ensuring precise winding and core preparations for optimal transformer performance.
Management: Tight quality control processes and expert oversight ensured consistency and quality.

Stage 13 – Bushing / Radiators Manufacturing
Challenge: Ensuring timely manufacturing of bushings and radiators to specification.
Management: Closely monitored manufacturing schedules to prevent delays in component availability.

Stage 14 – Control Panel and Enclosure
Challenge: Coordinating the production of control panels and enclosures within project timelines.
Management: Effective project planning ensured that the control panels and enclosures were built to specification and on schedule.

Stage 15 – Tap Changer and Accessories
Challenge: Ensuring precise tap changer installation with all necessary accessories.
Management: A detailed checklist ensured all accessories were included and the tap changers were properly installed.

Stage 16 – Pre-Assembly & Pressing
Challenge: Managing the critical pre-assembly and pressing stages to ensure all parts fit accurately.
Management: Rigorous checks during the assembly process minimized errors and avoided costly adjustments later.

Stage 17 – Painting
Challenge: Ensuring that the painting process met both aesthetic and protective standards.
Management: A dedicated team managed the painting process, ensuring uniformity and compliance with industry standards.

Stage 18 – Final Assembly
Challenge: Coordinating the final assembly of all transformer components.
Management: An efficient assembly line process ensured that the final assembly was completed without delays.

Stage 19 – Testing
Challenge: Testing the transformers to ensure they met all performance specifications.
Management: Thorough and rigorous testing processes were conducted to guarantee quality and safety.

Stage 20 – Testing Report/Photos Submission
Challenge: Timely submission of comprehensive testing reports and photos for customer review.
Management: Clear documentation and organized submission ensured all test results were communicated effectively.

Stage 21 – GE Complete Quality Conformance & Acknowledgment Report
Challenge: Ensuring all quality standards were met and documented.
Management: GE’s quality team performed detailed inspections, ensuring full compliance with international standards.

Stage 22 – Packing & Delivery
Challenge: Safe and efficient packing and transportation of the transformers.
Management: The final transformers were carefully packed to prevent damage during transport, and delivery was coordinated to ensure timely arrival at the site.