Power quality is a critical factor for the reliability and performance of electrical and electronic equipment. An unstable or polluted power supply can cause premature failures, production downtime, and significant financial losses.
Power quality problems are often invisible to the naked eye, but their effects are very real.
Transient Overvoltages (Surges)
Short-duration voltage spikes caused by lightning, switching operations, or load interruptions. They can instantly damage sensitive components.
Voltage Sags and Dips
Temporary voltage drops that can cause PLCs to restart, motors to stop, or IT systems to lose data.
Harmonics
Generated by variable frequency drives, switch-mode power supplies, or other non-linear loads. Harmonics create signal distortion, overheating of cables and transformers, and reduced energy efficiency.
Flicker
Rapid voltage variations perceived as flickering lights, often caused by fluctuating loads such as welding machines.
Voltage Imbalance
Uneven distribution between phases that can damage three-phase motors and shorten their lifespan.
Unplanned production downtime
Reduced lifespan of electrical equipment
Overheating and nuisance tripping of circuit breakers
Poor performance of automation and control systems
Higher energy consumption and increased operating costs
Real-Time Monitoring and Analysis
Installing power quality analyzers helps measure voltage, current, and harmonic distortion to pinpoint the exact causes.
Harmonic Filters and Chokes
Reduce distortion and improve the stability of sensitive equipment.
Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)
Protects against outages and voltage sags while ensuring a stable supply to critical systems.
Surge Protection Systems
Such as GALEOS protectors from Armada Surge Protection, which provide nanosecond response and superior reliability against surges and lightning.
Preventive and Corrective Electrical Maintenance
Regular inspection of wiring, conductor sizing, and phase balancing.
