Used Oil and Fuel Collection Managed Waste Transformer Lifecycle

Comprehensive support for transformer decommissioning, fluid recovery, and PCB management that balances compliance with resource recovery.

We manage the lifecycle of transformers and oil-filled equipment, from PCB sampling and fluid testing to full asset removal and metal recovery. Our integrated approach ensures environmental compliance, operational safety, and maximised resource recovery.

Benzoil works with electrical asset owners to manage the removal, disposal, and recycling of transformers, switchgear, and associated insulating fluids. We handle mineral oils, esters, silicone fluids, aromatic oils, and PCB-contaminated oils, ensuring each stream is processed according to environmental and legislative requirements.

Our services cover everything from oil sampling and NATA-accredited testing to the complete removal of large transformers from challenging or remote sites. We coordinate with utilities, infrastructure providers, and contractors to deliver safe extraction, transport, and compliant end-of-life management.

Used transformer oil is typically suitable for recovery and reuse, avoiding unnecessary destruction. We also manage related waste streams such as SF6 gas, coal tar composites, porcelain, and valuable scrap metals. By combining technical expertise with proven logistics, we turn transformer disposal into a process that delivers both environmental and commercial value.

Transformer Lifecycle:
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What information helps with a transformer or fluid removal quote?

Provide photos of the nameplate and unit, recent oil test results including PCB levels, site access notes, volumes, and packaging. This allows accurate pricing and the right equipment and permits to be mobilised.

Can you remove transformers from remote or challenging sites?

Yes. We coordinate safe extraction, lifting, transport, and compliant handling from remote, constrained, or high-security locations. Plans address craneage, traffic management, and environmental controls.

Is a rebate offered for transformer scrapping?

Often, yes. Eligibility depends on construction and recoverable metals, especially copper content, as well as market pricing. We assess the asset and confirm any rebate based on current conditions.

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You won’t find cookie-cutter solutions here. We assess the risk, material, and site—then deliver a tailored response. From one-off pick-ups to large-scale decommissioning projects, we make complexity manageable.

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Transformer Lifecycle

Comprehensive support for transformer decommissioning, fluid recovery, and PCB management that balances compliance with resource recovery.

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