Advantages
- Detection of failures
- No downtime required
- Recommendations for corrective action
- Detailed customer report
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Abnormal heat produced by electrical systems can indicate a potential problem. This may be the result of :
- System overloads
- Loose connections
- Broken or oxidized wire strands
- Improper grounding
- Unbalanced loads
- Incorrectly adjusted equipment
- Issues with inductive heating
- High resistance terminations caused by thermal cycling
Tests include:
- Input / Output Voltages
- Pilot Devices
- Set programmable parameters
- Auto Control Signal
- Set up Option Cards
- ISO/Bypass Operation
- Motor Rotation
- Alarms & Sensors
- Operate drive at all
- Allowable speed and load conditions
The source of this abnormal heat is identified through the use of infrared equipment. This enables corrective action to be taken well in advance of a failure. Regular infrared inspections may also qualify for reduced insurance premiums.
The customer receives a report for every inspection which includes :
- Scan date and time
- Device temperature
- A reference image
- An infrared image
- Recommendations for corrective action
The report can be customized, as required, to include equipment photos, device designations, more extensive and detailed temperature readings, etc.
