Transformer Brands We Buy

• ABB / Hitachi EnergySell ABB and Hitachi Energy units to independent ABB transformer buyers in New York.
• GE / Prolec GEGE transformer buyers serving New York purchase surplus, used and scrap GE and Prolec GE units with coordinated pickup.
• SiemensSiemens transformer buyers for surplus, used and failed units across New York.
• Eaton / Cooper Power SystemsSell surplus or used units to independent Eaton transformer buyers across New York State.
• Square D / Schneider ElectricIndependent Square D transformer buyers for dry-type, Power-Zone and Power-Cast units across New York.
• WestinghouseWestinghouse transformer buyers serving New York State.
• Howard IndustriesHoward Industries transformer buyers for surplus, used and scrap units across New York.
• ERMCOERMCO transformer buyers for surplus, used and scrap pole and padmount units across New York.
• Pioneer PowerSell to independent Pioneer Power transformer buyers in New York.
• Hammond Power SolutionsIndependent Hammond Power Solutions transformer buyers serving New York.
• Acme ElectricSell to independent Acme Electric transformer buyers in New York.
• Jefferson ElectricSell to independent Jefferson Electric transformer buyers in New York.
• Federal PacificFederal Pacific transformer buyers serving New York.
• Olsun ElectricsOlsun Electrics transformer buyers for dry-type, cast coil and renewable units across New York.
• Virginia TransformerVirginia Transformer transformer buyers for surplus, used and retired units across New York.
• Niagara Power TransformerSell to independent Niagara Power Transformer transformer buyers for statewide New York pickup.

Transformer brands with US manufacturing operations

Who makes transformers in the United States? Major manufacturers with US transformer manufacturing operations include Hitachi Energy, Prolec GE, Siemens Energy, Eaton, Howard Industries, ERMCO, Virginia Transformer and Niagara Power Transformer. Their product lines differ: some focus on distribution equipment, while others build larger power transformers. A manufacturer’s name alone does not establish where a particular unit was built; use its nameplate and supporting records.

We review equipment carrying current and older manufacturer names, including:

• ABB and Hitachi Energy transformers, including units with legacy ABB identification.
• GE and Prolec GE transformers, with the exact manufacturer and model taken from the plate.
• Siemens transformers, including industrial and power equipment.
• Virginia Transformer equipment, including larger industrial power units.
• Niagara Power Transformer equipment, including units offered by New York facilities.

We are independent buyers and are not affiliated with any transformer manufacturer. The names on this page identify equipment we buy, not endorsements or manufacturer-authorized services.

Older nameplates: ABB, GE, Westinghouse and other legacy names

Older electrical rooms and substations often contain transformers whose nameplates differ from the manufacturer names used today. We buy Westinghouse transformers and review older ABB, GE, Siemens and Cooper-labeled equipment. You do not need to identify a corporate successor before contacting us; send the original plate as it appears.

Photograph the complete nameplate, then take closer shots if the serial number, voltage ratings or connection diagram are difficult to read. Include any separate plates showing cooling ratings, fluid information or replacement components. For a unit-substation assembly, identify which plate belongs to the transformer rather than the adjacent switchgear.

An older brand name is useful identification, but we also need the transformer’s present condition. Tell us when it was removed from service, how it has been stored, and whether bushings, terminals, enclosure panels or cooling components are missing. If records show repairs or rewinding, include them. We review the equipment as it exists now, rather than treating its original manufacturer name as a complete description.

Dry-type brands found in commercial and industrial buildings

We buy low- and medium-voltage dry-type transformers from brands commonly found in commercial buildings and industrial facilities. These include Square D and Schneider Electric transformers, Hammond Power Solutions, Acme Electric, Jefferson Electric, Federal Pacific, Olsun Electrics and Pioneer Power. Send the manufacturer and model exactly as shown, including any division or product-series wording.

For dry-type equipment, the details that help us evaluate an offer include:

• kVA rating, primary and secondary voltages, and phase.
• Copper or aluminum winding information, if documented.
• Enclosure condition and clear photos of accessible terminals.
• K-factor, drive-isolation or cast-coil identification when applicable.
• Signs of overheating, water exposure or physical damage.

A building renovation may leave several similar-looking units with different ratings. Photograph each nameplate and label the photos by unit so we can keep the quantities straight. Tell us if a transformer is still installed in an electrical room, already disconnected, or stored on a pallet. That distinction helps us plan removal access and loading.

Distribution brands: Eaton, Cooper, Howard and ERMCO

We buy Eaton and Cooper Power Systems transformers, along with Howard Industries and ERMCO distribution units. For padmount and pole-mount equipment, send photos of the nameplate, tank, bushings or connection compartments, and any visible leaks or damage. Include the phase, kVA, voltage ratings and fluid information when available.

Ownership matters before any discussion of a sale. A transformer serving your property may belong to the electric utility; utility-owned equipment is not yours to sell. Confirm ownership from purchase records, project documents or the utility before offering it to us.

For equipment you own, explain why it became surplus: a service upgrade, spare-stock reduction, project cancellation or removal from service. New-in-crate units should include photos of the crate markings and accessible nameplate information. For removed units, tell us whether the fluid remains in the tank and provide PCB information or test records if available. Missing documentation should be identified upfront so we can address it during review.

What we need beyond the manufacturer's name

Two transformers from the same manufacturer can have different applications, ratings and resale prospects. We review the brand together with kVA or MVA, voltages, age, condition, fluid type, PCB status and available test data. Our buying range is roughly 15 kVA through 20+ MVA, but the nameplate—not an estimated size from a photograph—is the starting point.

Use our transformer offer form or call or text 951-403-5738 with clear photos and these basic details:

• Manufacturer, model and serial number, where readable.
• Rating, primary and secondary voltages, and phase.
• Quantity and location in New York State.
• Current status: new surplus, working, removed, failed or scrap.
• Fluid type and PCB documentation for liquid-filled units.
• Available test reports and known defects.

If the brand is missing from this page, send it anyway. We review unlisted manufacturers and units with damaged or unreadable plates using the documentation available. Do not open energized equipment to obtain photos; use existing records or arrange safe access through qualified personnel. For PCB questions, confirm current handling requirements with the appropriate environmental professional or agency.

From a mixed-brand inventory to pickup and payment

For a yard or facility inventory, start with a simple list organized by unit number, manufacturer, rating and condition. Match each entry to its nameplate and overall photos. Keep new surplus, serviceable used equipment and failed units identified separately so we can review the lot accurately. Tell us about missing accessories, drained tanks, loose components or units stored outdoors.

After reviewing the details, we provide a written offer. Our transformer buying process then moves to scheduling pickup and coordinating the needed rigging, forklift or crane and flatbed, step-deck or lowboy trucking. You can load the equipment if you prefer; we agree on those arrangements before pickup.

Access information is especially important for larger units: describe loading space, doorway restrictions and any existing lifting arrangements. We have no public storefront or drop-off yard in New York—we coordinate pickup at the seller’s location statewide. At pickup, we make a quick inspection to confirm the equipment matches the photos, with payment by check, ACH or wire under the agreed terms.