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Electrical

Theory: 

As electrical current flows through a conductor, heat is generated. Many electrical defects are accompanied by a rise in temperature for up to several weeks prior to failure. Some defects may be represented as cool components.

Improperly Closed
Air Switch

Load Imbalance
on Bus Duct

Loose/Deteriorated
Fuse Clips

What Can Be Detected:

  • Loose/deteriorated connections
  • Overloads
  • Imbalanced Loads
  • Open Circuits
  • Inductive Heating
  • Harmonics
  • Defective Equipment

Benefits:

  • Locate problems quickly, without interrupting service
  • Drastically reduce costly, unscheduled power outages
  • Minimize preventive maintenance time and maximize troubleshooting effectiveness
  • Prevent premature failure and extend equipment life
  • Identify potentially dangerous and hazardous equipment
  • Reduce insurance premiums and deductible payments