A healthy electrical system is important to the safety and productivity of any facility. If the health of your system is one of worries that keeps you up at night, Infrared (IR) scanning can give you peace of mind by offering a non-invasive way to catch failing equipment long before it creates a serious problem.
Also known as thermal scanning, an IR scan of a building uses thermal imaging to identify electrical equipment that is hotter or cooler than expected. These changes in temperature, invisible to the naked eye, can signal that your equipment isn’t working as it should. It can catch problems such as:
- Loose or corroded connections
- Insulation deficiencies
- Worn-out components that are headed toward failure
- Unbalanced loads
- Overheating fuses or other components
Identifying and fixing these problems proactively is the best way to prevent equipment damage or unexpected downtime at your facility. It also reduces the risk of dangerous situations such as an arc flash, which is a sudden, high-energy electrical explosion that can cause severe injuries.
A Better IR Scanning Experience with Hunt Electric
At Hunt Electric, our IR-certified technicians do more than collect thermal images. They carefully evaluate the results, identify problems, and provide solutions to restore your electrical system to full code compliance and functionality. For more complex issues, our in-house electrical engineers can provide an additional level of technical expertise.
We've also made the process easier for our customers. Through Hunt Electric’s digital records platform, technicians completing the scan can provide reporting twice as fast as most traditional IR scanning services. Results are automatically linked to each piece of equipment's digital service record, making it easy to access maintenance history online or directly at the equipment. Instead of searching through paper files or flash drives, your team has the information they need right at their fingertips.
An IR scan is the first step to a healthier facility. Once potential issues are identified, we can help you prioritize repairs and develop a preventative maintenance plan that keeps your facility running safely and efficiently for years to come.
If you’re ready to get a clearer picture of your facility’s electrical health and liabilities, we’re here to help. Contact our team to schedule an infrared scan and learn more about our preventative maintenance plans.
