Reduce risk and optimise performance − with SOCOMEC’S specialist engineering support

A vital component of any integrated power solution is the quality of engineering support that provides the commissioning and on-going maintenance although this is often overlooked until something goes wrong.

The engagement of expert support in the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of a facility is vital for any organisation that values its assets and is keen to optimise its performance.  By working with specialists in this field, critical power issues can be quickly and effectively identified and resolved − guaranteeing an organisation’s continued operation.

Socomec places great importance on providing technical and project management expertise at every stage of consultations with its customers. Furthermore, it understands the need to maintain control of operating costs which is why all of Socomec’s project engineering fees are encompassed within the cost of the equipment, providing complete visibility from the outset. Project engineers are specialists in their field and are involved in every aspect of the decision-making and order fulfilment process, working directly with the factory and sub-contractors, reviewing electrical drawings and plans and ensuring that the appropriate method and risk assessments have been completed. 

At the point of delivery, offload and positioning (DOP)   Socomec’s own engineers commission, install and test the equipment. Frequently the engineering team carries out a significant amount of upfront customisation to ensure that a client receives the optimum solution for their unique site.

When visiting a customer’s site for the first time, the Socomec engineering team often carry out an initial audit to identify any potential issues that could put business continuity at risk, as well as an assessment of the system’s energy efficiency.  A summary report is then provided which highlights the areas that need to be addressed most urgently and those which could generate the greatest improvements Thisforms the basis of an optimisation roadmap for the equipment, electrical system and / or power source.If it is necessary, a more detailed Power Quality Audit can be carried out which considers energy efficiency, voltage drop, a reduction in power factor, three-phase load imbalance, harmonic distortion, transitory current or system design. 

Preventative maintenance is a vital element in maximising system uptime during a product’s normal life cycle.  To avoid downtime − and the possible risks and damage to loads − annual preventative maintenance checks will determine the functionality of electronic and mechanical parts and will determine part replacement requirements due to wear and tear, such as fans and capacitors.

For the precision monitoring of an electrical installation, Socomec offers a comprehensive thermo graphic diagnostic service for UPS systems and components.  Maximising the overall effectiveness of an installation means, above all, optimising its availability by increasing reliability (MTBF) and reducing repair times (MTTR).  Using Socomec’s thermographic diagnostic tools it is possible to check active installations and rapidly identify critical situations affecting energy distribution and electrical components, including loose or corroded connections, load imbalance, overloads or the presence of harmonic currents.

For more informationplease contact Mick Koncowski on 01285 86 33 00 or email info.ups.uk@socomec.com