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Electrical Infrared Inspection Is An Important Part Of Fire Prevention

By Corinne Daniel


Fires due to faulty electrical wiring are responsible for many fires in homes and businesses every year. Fortunately there is a way of preventing these catastrophes before they occur through electrical infrared inspection. Having this assessment done can identify problems before they become serious and ultimately prevent damage and save lives.

Infrared detection is designed to illuminate areas within an electrical system that are giving off more heat than normal. Any components which do not check out normal will be further evaluated by the technician conducting the inspection. Finding these faults early can prevent damage from spreading to other neighboring components as well.

IR thermography is primarily used for the purpose of electrical inspections. Wires are subject to deterioration as soon as they are installed due to the continuous flow of energy they must conduct and this aging can eventually lead to widespread problems which jeopardize safety in the home or production in many industries. Regular check-ups of this sort will ensure the building is in good shape in terms of its electrical wiring.

This method of assessment can be done easily without disrupting the current and it does not pose any danger to the technician. The equipment will reveal any faults which may be hazardous if not repaired. Faults include corrosion, loose connections, equipment overload, insulation damage, incorrect voltage, poorly ventilated equipment, exceeding the appropriate temperature rating. Items like these if treated promptly will be much less time consuming and costly and certainly much safer for the building's inhabitants.

An electric component which is not working properly typically releases excess heat which may contribute to its total failure if unchecked. Different reasons may lead to such a breakdown, including oxidation, normal wear, or a poor installation or connection. The final survey report issued to the home or business owner will state any problems that were detected so that he or she can seek to have them repaired right away.

For the best results, the evaluation should be performed when the system is running on its full load of current, as to generate the highest temperature possible and therefore yield an accurate survey. A skilled technician will be able to determine the extent of the problems. Usually components checked will include transformers, circuit breakers, fuses, distribution boards, and control panels amongst others.

There are many benefits of conducting these preventative checks every year. It will not only identify any damage or installation problems, but it also ensures that all components are functioning to their expected capacity. It can assure homeowners that their residences are safe and in the case of industry allow plans for production to move ahead without delays.

An annual electrical infrared inspection is an investment that more than pays for itself in the potential damage cost it saves the property owner. Early detection means quicker and cheaper repairs that will not be allowed to reach the point where they can become a fire hazard. Given the nature of wires it is very important to attend to this important measure regularly.




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