The Benefits Of Electrical Preventive Maintenance
A well-administered electrical preventive maintenance program reduces electricity-based accidents, makes your facility safer, minimizes costly equipment breakdowns and helps to mitigate business interruptions. Scheduled power quality analyses can identify issues that waste electricity resulting in higher utility bills.
Electrical fires, equipment failures and unplanned downtime cost businesses millions of dollars in lost revenue each year. An EPM program can help you avoid these costs.
Safety
Electrical equipment that is regularly inspected and properly maintained can save you thousands in repairs. Investing in electrical preventive maintenance will detect any faults before they turn into costly spare part replacements, or worse – a power outage that causes your machinery to shut down, resulting in lost productivity and cost.
Investing in routine electrical preventive maintenance will reduce the chance of an electrical fire. Fires account for more than 8% of commercial property fires, and many of those are due to electrical problems. Flickering lights, blown fuses and malfunctioning outlets can lead to fires, and these can cause injuries or even death.
A certified electrician will uncover any flaws in your wiring, devices or machines that could lead to an electrical fire during an inspection. They can then fix or replace the faulty items, preventing any damage and fires. In addition, they can also check your circuit breakers, panels and other electrical devices to ensure they are functioning correctly.
Another benefit of routine electrical preventive maintenance is that it will improve energy efficiency. Over time, your electrical distribution system can lose its rated capacity due to worn out parts and weak insulation, which can increase electricity consumption. A regular preventive maintenance program will identify any possible issues to mitigate energy losses, thereby lowering your electricity bill and improving overall efficiency of your electrical distribution system.
Whether you run a small office, large factory or warehouse, retail store or hotel, you need an electrical preventive maintenance program in place to minimize safety issues and maximize NFPA 70E compliance. An electrical preventive maintenance program will provide multiple benefits for your business, including reduced energy costs, increased machine reliability and a longer lifespan for your equipment. Nashville Electrician can help you develop an effective electrical preventive maintenance program for your facility that meets all manufacturer recommendations and industry requirements. Contact us today to learn more or to schedule a complimentary cost-benefit analysis. We look forward to working with you!
Efficiency
A well-administered electrical preventive maintenance program can reduce electricity-based accidents, make your facility safer, minimize costly equipment breakdowns and unplanned shutdowns of machinery or production. It can also save you money on energy costs by identifying excessive power consumption, reducing the amount of electricity wasted, improving the quality of your electricity and increasing your efficiency.
Electricity is a precious commodity, and every business needs it to function and prosper. If you’re running a mission critical business such as a hospital or elderly care facility, data center, industrial gas manufacturing plant, or any similar operation, you cannot afford unplanned interruptions in your operations. They could result in lost revenue and (non)insurance liabilities, as well as loss of human life.
Unfortunately, many electrical problems are not spotted until it’s too late. Flickering lights, hot spots on walls and ceilings, malfunctioning outlets and blown fuses are just some of the signs that your property may be in danger of electrical failure. And as we all know, electrical issues are a leading cause of residential fires.
If left unchecked, these failures will only continue to worsen. They will eventually lead to electrical short circuits, arcing and fires. And the resulting damage can cost your business millions in repairs, loss of productivity and revenue. But the good news is that these problems can be prevented with regular electrical inspections.
In addition to visual inspections, the best electrical preventive maintenance programs utilize the latest testing and diagnostic technologies. These include ultrasonic technology to identify aberrant high-frequency sounds that are not part of a piece of equipment’s normal operational sound pattern. They will then isolate the source and correct the issue to avoid any potential issues that might arise in the future.
Another example is the use of remote services that enable a field service engineer to connect with your company through virtual tools such as live video annotation, document sharing and access to a network of experts. With this kind of support, it’s possible to address any electrical equipment repair and maintenance issues immediately. In fact, this helps reduce the time that your employees spend on routine maintenance and repairs, freeing them up to focus on other tasks and helping to increase productivity in your business.
Reduced Downtime
A well-administered electrical preventative maintenance program will reduce electricity-based accidents, make your facility safer, minimize costly breakdowns and unplanned shutdowns of equipment and reduce business interruptions. These benefits are especially critical for mission critical businesses like Hospitals & Healthcare Facilities, Industrial & Manufacturing Plants and Distribution & Logistics Facilities.
Equipment that is not properly maintained can lead to a wide variety of issues that result in lost revenue. These include downtime due to machinery or system failure, production delays caused by lack of materials and a general decline in productivity. In addition, the costs associated with repairing or replacing damaged equipment can be very expensive.
Many electrical issues are preventable with regular inspections. For example, a common cause of fires in residential properties is the buildup of electrical heat that can damage wires and connections over time. During routine inspections, a certified electrical inspector can detect and correct these problems before they cause an accident or a fire.
Similarly, equipment with improper grounding can result in a dangerous shock that poses a serious risk of injury or even death. A certified electrician can inspect equipment and ensure that grounding conductors are correctly sized to match the equipment. These precautions can greatly reduce the risk of fire, injury and property damage.
As a facility owner, you are responsible for the safety of your staff and customers. An improperly maintained electrical system can put everyone in danger and lead to costly repairs, downtime, and loss of revenue. An electrical preventive maintenance plan can help to keep your employees, customers and inventory safe by regularly checking and maintaining your equipment.
Increased Lifespan
Electrical preventive maintenance saves time, money, and energy by reducing unexpected equipment failures and business interruptions. It also extends the lifecycle of your assets and reduces costly replacement costs. Moreover, consistent electrical maintenance improves efficiency and optimizes your power usage which translates to reduced energy costs and utility bills.
Regardless of what your industry is, an electrical system is vital to the functioning of your facility. A disruption in the electrical system can stop workflow, grind production to a halt, or worse, pose a safety hazard. It can even cause damage to other parts of your facility and lead to costly downtime.
The scariest potential complication of electricity is fire, a risk that can threaten the lives of your employees and clients. Approximately half of all domestic fires are caused by electrical issues. The same is true for industrial properties, with 20 percent of all fires occurring on industrial properties due to equipment malfunction and failure.
Preventive commercial electrical maintenance reduces the risk of fire by preventing dangerous wiring from becoming exposed and creating sparks that could start a blaze. A simple thermographic survey can identify the hotspots in a system that may be prone to fire, which can then be repaired before the problem escalates and cause an expensive outage or safety hazard.
A comprehensive electrical preventive maintenance plan will ensure that your electrical distribution system is safe and efficient. This will reduce your electricity bills, minimize risks of electrical failures and fires, and help you comply with regulations and standards.
An electrical preventive maintenance program should be customized for your specific needs and facility, including the physical environment, operating needs, and electrical system. However, there are a few things that should remain constant throughout the process:
A well-administered electrical preventive maintenance program reduces electricity-based accidents, makes your facility safer, minimizes costly equipment breakdowns and helps to mitigate business interruptions. Scheduled power quality analyses can identify issues that waste electricity resulting in higher utility bills. Electrical fires, equipment failures and unplanned downtime cost businesses millions of dollars in lost revenue each year.…
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