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About Us
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Welcome to Trayer Engineering Corporation, located in San Francisco, California. This company was founded by Frank Trayer in 1962 and has been a pioneer in the design and manufacture of maintenance-free switchgear for electrical distribution systems.

Today

Trayer Engineering has focused on underground distribution systems for over 30 years. Our original submersible switches are still installed, ruggedly performing in the field with no apparent mode of failure, proof-positive of Trayer's design expertise. Trayer Submersible, Padmount, Polemount and our unique Padmersible Switchgear are state of the art and SCADA ready. In addition, Trayer has the ability to custom design this switchgear to your specification. Trayer can produce switches that replicate the tank size and bushing layout of your existing switches, resulting in economical switch replacement with no cable splicing.

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Maintenance-free for a 30-year life
You can count on Trayer for reliable maintenance-free underground switchgear. No maintenance is required for Trayer’s Loadbreak Vacuum Switches, Visible Disconnects, Fuse Systems, Fault Interrupters, Motor Operators or High Speed Automatic Transfer Systems. Maintenance-free designs increase system reliability and reduce on-going labor costs. Additionally, each switchgear assembly is designed for a thirty-year life.
Trayer’s innovations and technology
Trayer innovations include the introduction of the world's first Submersible Vacuum Switch, the first Vacuum Fault Interrupter for underground systems, the first Three-Phase Visible Disconnect for Vacuum Switches and the first 25 kV Air Insulated Drywell Fuse Holder rated for 100 amp full range current-limiting fuse. We take great pride in these accomplishments and continue to develop our technology in order to meet the changing needs of society. Trayer also custom designs equipment to satisfy the unique requirements of our customers. This results in original, reliable, high quality switchgear with intuitive operations.
Customer service
Trayer understands the importance of building and maintaining strong customer relationships evidenced by our outstanding customer service and support system. We provide ongoing support through our literature and manuals, training classes presented by qualified Trayer personnel, and our top-flight training DVD's. As you can see, Trayer stands alone in its commitment to excellence in design, quality workmanship and unparalleled customer support.
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Join the many satisfied Trayer customers around the world. To request product brochures, technical information, or to discuss your specific requirements, please contact your local Trayer Representative or contact Trayer Engineering directly at (415) 285-7770.
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