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Tim Prime, Berwick Electric's Power Quality Manager, is always
seeking solutions for customers' power quality problems. He performs
on-site surveys of existing electrical installations, including
system and equipment grounding, load capacity evaluation and determination
of the presence of harmonics. His in-depth understanding of technical
factors and specialized monitoring equipment allow Berwick Electric
to detect and recommend solutions to our customers' power quality
problems.
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"With computers in virtually every workplace, power quality has
become a major concern," Tim says. "Voltage fluctuations and power
failures can cause calculation errors, data loss, shutdowns, even
equipment damage. Now we also have to worry about something called
'harmonics'."
"Harmonics," Tim explains, "are electrical signals at multiples
of the power line frequency which occur where there are many personal
computers, adjustable speed drives and other equipment which draws
current in short pulses. While harmonics don't directly cause computer
problems, they do affect the power distribution system." "Proper
grounding, dedicated circuits and power conditioning can solve these
problems," Tim says. "Every customer's needs are different. My job
is to find a creative, effective solution that fits their budgets."
If clean, consistent, reliable electrical power is vital to your
business, call Berwick Electric. Thanks to people like Tim Prime,
we're well grounded in power quality management.
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