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FACILITY SAFETY
Infrared Technology Proactively Manages Facility Safety Risks
Facilities operate advanced machinery and complex systems using substantial amounts of electricity.
ABY BRET BEVIS
s businesses constantly look for ways to increase safety and reliability, it is critical to proactively identify, prioritize and control risks associated with your facility’s electrical assets. Electrical failure is a leading cause of fires
and injuries in all types of facilities. The U.S. Fire Administration reported that in 2017, more than 8,200 fires occurred from electrical
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malfunctions totaling $431 million in losses. This article examines the use of infrared technology to detect electrical, mechanical and safety issues to minimize risks, avoid excessive costs, maximize facility productivity and help to provide a safe workplace.
Infrared inspections are a proven preventive technology in data centers (where maintaining 99.99 percent uptime is
