There are times when critical systems cannot be taken off line to have routine maintenance performed on them. An Infrared survey is the only way to get an idea of the status of the system. By implementing an Infrared program, customers are able to potentially save thousand of dollars of lost operational costs by being proactive and preventing a catastrophic failure.
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| Annual & Semi Annual
Infrared Survey Programs Available |
 A non-evasive testing routine is one of the only alternatives to help insure that system reliability is maintained in these days of continuous operation. An Infrared survey can be performed on electrical, mechanical and structural systems. In electrical systems we look for hot spots indicating loose or corroded connections and overloaded feeders. For mechanical systems the survey can reveal bearings and pumps that are approaching failure. The Infrared scan can also show systems that are not getting proper cooling and are overheating which can lead to premature failure of system components. |
| Types of equipment that can be scanned |
Electrical equipment:
Switchboards
Panel boards
Panel boxes
Switch disconnects
Fuse disconnects
Fuse holders
Transformers, air and oil
PDU’s
Bus duct
Cable terminations
Power Cabling
Neutral cabling
Batteries
Control panels |
Mechanical equipment:
Pumps
Motors
Shaft couplings
Air duct blockage
Oil Cooling channels
Vent cooling |
| Infrared Srvey Procedure Description |
By working with site personnel, PSS can perform an Infrared survey on their critical systems while the systems are operating on line with out the need to shut down these critical systems. We can show the site personnel exactly where the problem is. Site personnel can then make an informed decision on how to best correct any problems noted. After the survey has been completed PSS will provide a detailed report on any problems found with recommended actions
for correction of problems. |
| Turn to PSS for your peace of mind in Non-invasive equipment testing |
Infrared surveys do not replace performing preventive maintenance, but when that maintenance cannot be performed, then an Infrared survey is imperative to system reliability.
Contact us to discuss how an Infrared survey can be best implemented at your facility. |
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