Maintenance Services: Ensuring Efficient Operation

“There is a force more powerful than steam and electricity: the will.”

― FernánCaballero

As the electricity industry manages a vast array of electrical equipment, the significance of maintenance cannot be overstated. With many components nearing the end of their useful lifespan, timely and appropriate decisions are crucial to prevent failures. At Etricals, we understand the importance of efficient maintenance to optimize the operation of electrical equipment for electricity companies.

Our overall objective is to reduce costs while enhancing equipment reliability and safety. Proper maintenance of major electrical equipment like transformers, circuit breakers, and overhead lines is paramount due to their high cost and their impact on system reliability. Through maintenance optimization, we aim to improve reliability and minimize life cycle costs.

Two primary types of maintenance strategies are employed: Preventive Maintenance and Corrective Maintenance. Preventive Maintenance involves regular activities at predetermined intervals to prevent faults and extend asset life. Corrective Maintenance, on the other hand, aims to restore the asset's condition after a fault or an intentional interruption.

Within Preventive Maintenance, we utilize Predetermined Criteria Based Maintenance (PCBM), which entails regular inspections and activities set by time intervals or event occurrences. While effective, PCBM can lead to unnecessary interruptions and costs if not appropriately scheduled. To address these issues, Condition Based Maintenance (CBM) is employed, which focuses on determining and forecasting the equipment's technical condition to reduce unnecessary maintenance activities.

Risk Based Maintenance complements Preventive Maintenance by incorporating a wealth of monitoring data, knowledge of component characteristics, replacement costs, and associated expenses. This approach allows for better-informed decision-making, ultimately optimizing maintenance efforts.

Battery systems play a critical role in providing backup power for communication, alarm, control, and protective functions. As such, battery system maintenance receives top priority. To enhance battery reliability and lifespan, computerized, online battery monitoring systems are employed, minimizing maintenance needs and ensuring readiness.

At Etricals, we value the power of maintenance in ensuring the smooth and economical functioning of electrical equipment. Our experienced team applies modern maintenance strategies, supported by comprehensive knowledge and historical data, to deliver reliable and cost-effective solutions that bolster the performance and longevity of vital electrical assets.