Thermal Imaging And RCD Testing
Thermal Imaging and RCD Testing Wollongong and Nowra
Protecting Your Assets
Thermal Imaging is a low cost, effective method of protecting your business’s assets and giving you peace of mind. It is an essential part of every commercial and industrial business’s preventative maintenance plan.
Our specialised and highly sensitive equipment is used by a skilled technician to identify equipment faults that are not visible to the naked eye. The Thermal Images are accurate to one tenth of a degree and will show if any components such as electrical switches are too hot.
A Thermal Imaging inspection is a very effective way of highlighting deficiencies in equipment that would not otherwise be apparent. It can pin point the exact location of faults and allow componentry to be replaced before a problem occurs.
Without this service, unidentified equipment faults can lead to equipment failure, loss in electrical supply or electrical fire. It is often recommended by insurance companies that Thermal Imaging is undertaken to reduce risk.
Test and Tag
Test n’ Tag Wollongong and Nowra
D.Frame Electrical offer Test and Tagging, which is the name given to the process of checking the safety of portable electrical appliances.
It involves two parts: first visually inspecting the appliance for any damage, followed by electrically testing it with a Portable Appliance Tester.
Once tested, the item is placed with a tag to confirm that it has in fact been tested, along with showing who tested it, the test date and when the next test is due.
The primary reason behind doing testing and tagging is to ensure the safety of the people in the workplace coming into contact with the appliance, while also minimising the risk of an electrical hazard.
What type of equipment is tested and tagged?
In short, any device that has a flexible cable, a removable plug and is not low voltage (not exceeding 50V). This includes extension leads, cord sets and portable RCD’s.
Generally, electrical appliances can be classed as either:
Class I – this is an earthed appliance i.e. kettles, irons and toasters
Class II – double insulated appliances, which are usually identified with a symbol (a square within a square) or with the words ‘Double Insulated’ i.e. most electric drills and hair dryers
How often should appliances be tested and tagged?
The Australian Standards recommend particular test n tag frequencies based on the type of environment the appliance resides in. Sometimes, this might differ depending on a workplaces individual risk assessment.
If you require testing and tagging for your business, give your local Commercial Electrician specialists – D.Frame Electrical a call today.
THERMAL IMAGING AND RCD TESTING FAQS
WHAT IS THERMAL IMAGING?
Thermal imaging is a low cost, effective method of protecting your business’s assets and giving you peace of mind. It is an essential part of every commercial and industrial business’s preventative maintenance plan.
Thermal Imaging requires specialised and highly sensitive equipment that is used by a skilled technician to identify equipment faults that are not visible to the naked eye. The thermal images are accurate to one tenth of a degree and will show if any components such as electrical switches are too hot.
While electrical problems are often the primary focus of Thermal imaging, it can also be used to check mechanical equipment to determine if it is running too hot – bearings, for example. At the other end of the scale, Thermal imaging can detect cold air loss in refrigeration systems. Thermal imaging is a non-intrusive preventative maintenance activity that can be, and is best done, when your business is in full operation.
WHY IS THERMAL IMAGING IMPORTANT?
A Thermal imaging inspection is a very effective way of highlighting deficiencies in equipment that would not otherwise be apparent. It can pinpoint the exact location of faults and allow componentry to be replaced before a problem occurs. Without this service, unidentified equipment faults can lead to equipment failure, loss in electricity supply or electrical fire. It is often recommended by insurance companies that Thermal imaging is undertaken on an annual basis to reduce risk.
Thermal imaging should be one of the critical maintenance tasks carried out on a regular basis across your facilities to ensure up to date assessment of the safety and efficiency of your business’s equipment.
HOW DOES THERMAL IMAGING HELP YOUR BUSINESS?
This switchboard is located in a tenancy and is a perfect example of why property managers & owners should consider Thermography as a useful tool not just for checking electrical infrastructure, but for many other applications whereby the naked eye needs extra help.
WHAT DOES RCD STAND FOR?
RCD stands for residual current device or is sometimes referred to as a safety switch. Its job is to monitor electrical currents and disconnect the power if a leak is detected. This may be caused if an appliance, wire or switch has a fault.
DO YOU OFFER TEST AND TAGGING?
Yes, D.Frame Electrical offers Test and Tagging as a service. It involves two parts: first visually inspecting the appliance for any damage, followed by electrically testing it with a Portable Appliance Tester. Read more here: https://www.dframeelectrical.com/test-and-tag/