Outdated electrical systems not only cost more money to maintain than energy-efficient equipment, but they can also be extremely dangerous to operate a facility with electrical equipment that needs to be replaced. Read on to learn about 5 signs that your facility needs an electrical system upgrade.
Outdated Electrical or Control Panel
Technology for electrical and control panels evolves over the years, and safety regulations become more important and stringent as time goes on. Operating a facility with an outdated electrical panel may not only cause issues with equipment malfunctioning, but it is also dangerous. Upgrading to a system that uses modern circuit breakers is essential to protecting your personnel, property, and equipment from the inherent risks associated with outdated electrical equipment.
Frequent Outages or Flickering Lights
If a facility has frequent outages or flickering lights that aren’t caused by burned-out bulbs, an electrical system upgrade is certainly a good idea. While a full system revamp isn’t always needed, replacing old equipment with energy-efficient LED bulbs or updated wiring is a good idea.
Heat or Burning Smell From Equipment
Heat from outlets or a burning smell from fuses, breaker boxes, or control panels indicates a severe problem that needs to be addressed, as this can be a major fire risk. This could be caused by a number of factors, such as incompatible equipment or overloading of the system, which should be quickly assessed to prevent damage.
Upgrading to New Equipment
If a facility is upgrading to new equipment, especially enhanced automation equipment in places like distribution centers, the overall electrical system should be assessed to determine if upgrades are needed. New equipment can require a large amount of energy and power to operate, so ensuring that the electrical system has the proper voltage to safely maintain and operate new equipment is essential for the future of a manufacturing or distribution facility.
Code Violations
If an electrical system receives code violations, upgrades are usually required to ensure that everything is functioning up to code and standards set by the jurisdiction over a facility. Whether new wiring, circuit breakers, or other equipment is needed, upgrading is always a great idea to ensure that a facility reaches necessary standards.
Work with ICE LLC and Southern Electric for Your Electrical System Upgrade
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