Circuit breakers are protection devices and require regular maintenance for a high level of performance and to avoid costly repairs. Maintenance is mandatory for work safety standards set by OSHA and NFPA 70E, Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace. Necessary circuit breaker maintenance implies inspection and checking of the integrity of the mechanical and electrical components. Replacing the parts that have ended their life cycle will keep the performance level high.
The life expectancy of any circuit breaker involves the wear and tear of the most sensitive components:
• Frame and plastic components
• Main contacts
• Jaw Type contacts
• Auxiliary contacts
• Operating mechanism
• Electrical and mechanical accessories
• Trip unit
• Lubricating products.
Investing in the prevention of failure, rather than living with its consequences, such as loss of production and possible violation of health and safety legislation, is a primary concern for many businesses. Successful prevention of failure can make the difference as to whether or not a company manages to retain its long-term competitiveness.
Thanks to our technical knowledge of circuit breakers, Rij has maintenance plans tailored for any customer that will reduce the risk of failure and the aging of the circuit breaker. In addition to the maintenance of a unit, which includes any type of emergency intervention, there are also complete preventive (PMP) and predictive (LEAP) maintenance service packages available. These tools ensure that those who
manage the plant can gain considerable knowledge in terms of reliability, safety, and reduction of costs. An on-site audit carried out by our Field Service specialized Engineers is very important and will result in a proposal of short or long-term maintenance actions.
