IEEE PES T&D 2026 | Transmission & Distribution Conference – Chicago, IL
May 7, 2026 | 1:00 PM | Innovation Stage
Metglas, Inc. will moderate a featured session titled “Amorphous Electrical Steel and the DOE 2029 Transformer Minimum Efficiency Standards” at the IEEE T&D Conference and Exposition on Thursday, May 7 at 1:00 p.m. on the Innovation Stage. Attendees are encouraged to join this important session bringing together leading experts from across the transformer value chain.
As the U.S. Department of Energy’s 2029 minimum efficiency standards approach, utilities, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and material suppliers are navigating a rapidly evolving regulatory environment. This session will explore the critical role of amorphous electrical steel in enabling compliance with the new requirements, while addressing the broader technical, regulatory, and manufacturing implications.
Utilities, OEMs, and material suppliers are all preparing for the most significant transformer efficiency update in more than a decade. This session is designed to give attendees a clear understanding of how these new standards will impact the industry and how advanced materials like amorphous electrical steel can support the transition.
Session Agenda:
- Opening Remarks – Will Coughlan, R&D Director, Metglas, Inc.
- Introduction to Amorphous Electrical Steel – Will Coughlan, R&D Director, Metglas, Inc.
- DOE 2029 Efficiency Standards Overview – David Nathasingh, Business Development Consultant and Will Coughlan, Metglas, Inc.
- Case Study: Amorphous Adoption – Ron Harper, Strategic Advisor to JFE Shoji Canada
- Advances in Cutting Technology – Grattan Schutte, President, Tranco
- Panel Q&A Discussion featuring:
- Vance DeFelice, Vice President – Power Materials, Proterial America, Ltd / Metglas, Inc.
- David Nathasingh, Business Development Consultant to Metglas, Inc.
- Ron Harper, Strategic Advisor to JFE Shoji Canada
- Grattan Schutte, President, Tranco
Attendees will gain practical insights into how amorphous electrical steel is shaping the future of energy-efficient transformer design and manufacturing, as well as strategies for meeting upcoming regulatory requirements.
For more information about the session, visit the IEEE T&D Conference program: 2026 IEEE PES T&D Exhibit Hall Stage Presentations
