If the power isn’t good, it can cause more downtime, more problems, and sometimes even make equipment stop working. On the other hand, when machines get good-quality power, they work better, use less energy, and are less likely to get damaged. This means companies can save a lot of money on operating costs.

Factors that impact power quality

• Voltage Level – Variations in the voltage level can cause the equipment to malfunction and cause power quality problems.
• Unbalanced Voltage – Unequal voltage levels in different phases of the system can cause unbalanced current flow, leading to overheating of equipment and reduced operating efficiency.
• Voltage Sag – Voltage sag or dip is caused by a sudden increase in load, a voltage drop in the power grid, or a fault in the system.
• Voltage Swell – Is caused by sudden changes in load or when a fault on the system is cleared.
• Voltage Interruption – It can be caused by a fault in the distribution system or by lightning strikes.
• Flicker – It is caused by sudden changes in load, such as the starting of large motors, or by the operation of certain power system equipment like arc furnaces, welding machines, or large drives.
• Electrical interference – Electrical noise can result in signal degradation that can interfere with the equipment’s functioning.
• Lack of grounding – Without proper grounding, sensitive electronic equipment can malfunction or become damaged.
• Harmonics – Electronic devices with nonlinear loads produce harmonics that can interfere with distribution equipment’s operation.
• Power Factor – Inefficient systems tend to have more apparent power than active power, leading to wastage of energy and possibilities of equipment damages.
• Transients – These caused by events such as lightning strikes, switching operations, or faults in the power system.

How HY helps

• To fix power quality issues, we conduct a power quality analysis. We check things like voltage, current, frequency, and harmonics to find any problems with the power.
• To manage changes in voltage and keep the power steady, we suggest equipment like voltage regulators, stabilizers, or transformers.
• To deal with power quality problems, we suggest power conditioning equipment like surge protectors, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), and harmonic filters.
• We suggest good-quality electrical equipment, like motors, transformers, and inverters, can lower the chances of having power quality issues.
• We make sure the electrical systems are grounded and bonded properly can get rid of ground loops and lower noise and interference.
• We teach your staff about power quality problems and how to fix electrical equipment issues can help them quickly find and solve power quality problems.