Matt Estelle

Marketing Writer

Matt joined Maddox in 2025 as a technical marketing writer, where he interacts daily with our engineering teams to create accessible transformer content. Before Maddox, Matt built his writing experience in educational publishing, agency marketing, and software development. He holds a master’s in Communication Studies and a bachelor’s in Business Administration from Bob Jones University.

Expertise

Analytical Thinking
Content Strategy
Interviewing
Technical Writing

Written Work

Liquid temperature gauge on padmount transformer

May 22, 2023

Transformers have monitoring devices such as gauges, sample valves, and test ports to help identify issues in the transformer before they become critical.

Parts

Radial feed bushing configuration on padmount transformer

September 28, 2022

A loop feed transformer can handle both radial and loop distribution systems, while a radial feed transformer is almost always used in a radial setup.

How To's

June 6, 2023

A transformer load break switch (LBOR switch) turns the transformer's power on or off. Learn about 2 and 4-position switches and their different types.

How To's

November 1, 2022

Copper or aluminum transformer windings, which is right for your project? Compare efficiency, cost, weight, strength, and lifespan to find out which winding material makes the most sense for your application.

How To's

Green liquid filled padmounted transformer roped off for testing

November 15, 2022

Overview of the common tests performed on transformers, including Winding Resistance, Megger, Transformer Turns Ratio, Load-Loss, Leak Tests, and others.

How To's

Matt Estelle

Marketing Writer

Written Work

Transformer Gauges, Indicators and Monitoring Devices

Guide to Radial and Loop Feed Transformers

Guide to Transformer Load Break Switches

Aluminum vs. Copper Windings in Distribution Transformers

Guide to Transformer Testing Standards