Sumant Vashisht of HPS Appointed as EFC Vice-Chair of the Dry-Type Transformer Section

March 3, 2025

HPS is pleased to announce the appointment of Sumant Vashisht as Vice-Chair of the Dry-Type Transformer Section of Electro-Federation Canada (EFC).

This Section represents manufacturers of dry-type transformers that are voltage changing or isolation devices, which are air-cooled rather than liquid cooled.

“I am honoured to take on this new role and look forward to collaborating with EFC and its members to drive advancements in energy efficiency and innovation. By leveraging our collective expertise, we can drive meaningful progress in electrification and sustainability”, stated Sumant Vashisht, Manager, Product Solutions.

We congratulate Sumant on his appointment and are confident that his extensive expertise in dry-type transformers and deep industry knowledge will significantly enhance his contributions in this role.

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