Arc Flash Hazard Protection
Arc flash hazard risk is a function of fault clearing time at an arcing current and a worker’s distance from the event. Multiple techniques can be employed to limit risk. ABB offers a variety of products and services that help minimize risk in both new and existing facilities
Arc flash services
Arc flash protection & remediation
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Reduce incident energy |
Deploy preventative maintenance capability |
Minimize event equipment damage |
Shield personnel / add distance |
| ABB Ability monitoring |
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| Digital switchgear |
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| Arc resistant equipment (see Related products below) |
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| Arc flash mitigation MCC units |
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| Load interrupter switch |
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| Arc protection relays |
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| Trip unit upgrades |
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| Current limiting devices (see Related products below) |
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| Remote racking devices |
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| Arc flash hazard analysis |
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| Service maintenance program / scheduled outage |
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Related products
Arc resistant equipment
Arc flash mitigating motor control units
Remote racking devices
Trip unit upgrades
Industry leadership
Through continuous research, product development, technical publications and industry support, ABB helps lead the way in arc flash hazard reduction by:
- Continuously conducting field surveys to address concerns that relate to arc flash protection
- Investing in research and development of products that help reduce the risks of arc flash
- Supporting industry-wide efforts, such as our sponsorship and participation in Plant Engineering’s Arc Flash University and in IEEE events
- Offering training on NFPA70E and Electrical Safety