Thermal Scanning
In the Low Voltage Electrical Switchboard Industry the main cause of switchboard fire is an undetected "HotSpot". Thermographic cameras can detect hotspots which are invisible to the naked eye well before they progress into an electrical equipment failure, electrical fire or potentially a switchboard explosion.
Early detection of hotspots is key & may save your company time and money by assisting in eliminating unexpected equipment outages and minimising business disruptions.
Thermal imaging allows the detection of variations in temperature through representations of temperature in a colour scaled thermographic image. Warmer to hot objects are visible to the thermographer.
Thermal scanning is non-intrusive, does not require a shutdown and can be carried out without impacting site operations.
K E Brown recommend thermal scanning of electrical switchboards be carried out as part of the annual routine maintenance program, together with a switchboard inspection, giving you an accurate assessment of the condition of your switchboard.
Thermal Scan Report
K E Brown provides a written report detailing:
• The equipment inspected
• Any faults found
• Severity of the faults
• Operating temperatures detected
• Recommendations on corrective actions
The data will be summarised and any rectification recommendations will be prioritised, giving the building manager a clear understanding of the switchboard condition allowing for any necessary rectification works to be carried out on a priority basis while minimising disruption to operations.
Experience Counts
K E Brown thermographers are Cert 1 Qualified by an external qualifying authority. Our personnel will accurately interpret thermal readings, which can be effected by factors such as the emissivity of the object's surface.
In addition, K E Brown site personnel are experienced switchboard tradespeople, with a wealth of knowledge in design and understanding of specific LV switchboard AS and SA requirements, switchboard equipment, remedial and maintenance works, live switchboard testing and shutdown planning logistics.
Safety is K E Brown's top priority. Our experienced site personnel are licensed electricians, Low Voltage Rescue & First Aid Trained.
Thermal Scanning Charge out Rates
Half Day Thermal Scanning (business hours): $600 + GST
Full Day Thermal Scanning (business hours): $1200 + GST
Please contact Grant Perry for additional information on 02 9979 6499 or email switchboards@keb.com.au.
