Annual Report 2009 - Von Roll

20 Description of segmentsVon Roll TransformersActivitiesVon Roll Transformers develops and produces transformers for energy transmission and distributionranging from 20 to 850 megavolt amperes (MVA). The focus is on high-voltage power transformerswhich are used to feed electricity into regional or national networks following its generationin power stations or wind farms. In addition, the Von Roll Transformers offering also includesmedium-sized and smaller transformers, distribution transformers, mobile substations for temporaryuse (for example, in the event of disasters) and special transformers, which are developed, forexample, to meet the special requirements of the electrochemical industry.TechnologyVon Roll Transformers can offer its customers tailor-made products and services. This begins withengineering and design, where specific solutions are developed for customers in accordance withtheir requirements. Following manufacture and assembly, the transformers are also tested in accordancewith customer requests, in accordance with our own laboratories under operating conditions.In addition to transport and installation, Von Roll Transformers also offers maintenance, repair,and other services. Von Roll Transformers are characterised by the highest level of reliability– over the past 60 years there has not been a single failure of a major transformer – low noise levelsand flexibility with regard to the customer-specific requirements. Integration into the Von Roll Groupopened up synergies in the transformer business as it became increasingly possible to use ourown insulation materials.