products and Services : arc flash mitigation
Control Infotech can assist you with all aspects of Arc Flash Mitigation.
The objectives of Arc Flash Mitigation are:
Have fewer faults in the system
Clear faults more quickly
Contain energy within the equipment enclosure
Move workers out of harms way
NFPA 70E and NEC state that facilities must provide:
Safety program with defined responsibilities
Analysis for arc flash hazard degree
Training for workers
Personal protective equipment (clothing) for workers
Tools for safe work
Warning labels on equipment
Have fewer faults in the system
Clear faults more quickly
Contain energy within the equipment enclosure
Move workers out of harms way
NFPA 70E and NEC state that facilities must provide:
Safety program with defined responsibilities
Analysis for arc flash hazard degree
Training for workers
Personal protective equipment (clothing) for workers
Tools for safe work
Warning labels on equipment
OSHA expects facilities to comply with these standards. Therefore all facilities must take steps to comply.
Arc flash hazards can be reduced through:
Maintenance Considerations
Design Considerations
Equipment Solutions
Design Considerations
Equipment Solutions
Arc Flash Mitigation can be achieved through the following solutions and strategies.
Installing Arc Flash Protective Relays
Impedance grounding
Device coordination & Arc Flash
High-speed fault making
- Arc Terminator Construction
Contain or redirect Arcing Energy
- Arc-Resistant Construction
Remote operation/inspection of equipment
Operational Considerations
Impedance grounding
Device coordination & Arc Flash
High-speed fault making
- Arc Terminator Construction
Contain or redirect Arcing Energy
- Arc-Resistant Construction
Remote operation/inspection of equipment
Operational Considerations
Control Infotech can help you comply with industry standards and regulations regarding Arc Flash and help keep your workers safe. We can assist you in applying Arc Flash Mitigation strategies to limit arc flash risks, reducing dangers to workers, curtailing financial loss due to arc flash incidents and preserving your corporate image.
