Mac Spiller

CCO

Mac brings over a decade of experience to his current role as the CCO of Maddox. His day-to-day work involves finding transformer solutions for customer problems across the country.

Expertise

Engineerin
Technical Training

Written Work

Maddox's transformer storage yard in Greer, South Carolina

April 4, 2024

Planning on keeping a transformer in storage before energizing it? Learn how to properly store your transformer, so that it is ready for use when you need it.

How To's

A transformer oil leak coming from a padmount transformer radiator fin.

November 29, 2023

Spot oil on or around your transformer? Use our guide on leaky transformers, to troubleshoot everything from leftover oil residue to active radiator leaks.

How To's

November 13, 2023

Transformer cores ensure efficient magnetic coupling between the windings. Learn all about transformer core types, how they are constructed, and what they do.

Parts

A diagram showing a Ohms law with a padmount transformer

November 2, 2023

Ohm's & Joule's Law are essential formulas for sizing transformers and understanding the relationship between resistance, power, voltage, and current.

How To's

August 21, 2023

Inrush current is the high current that a transformer draws when it is first energized. Learn how you can manage inrush current in your electrical system.

How To's

September 25, 2023

Transformer enclosures protect transformers from the elements and users from the transformer. Learn what transformer enclosure you need for your project.

Parts

Mac Spiller

CCO

Written Work

How to Store Transformers

Transformer Oil Leaks: Guide to Troubleshooting and Repair

Guide to Transformer Cores: Types, Construction, & Purpose

Ohm’s & Joule’s Law: Transformer & Electrical Formulas

How to Manage Transformer Inrush Current

Types of Transformer Enclosures