Arc-Flash Services
Understand and Reduce Electrical Safety Risks.
An accurate arc-flash assessment starts with an accurate understanding of the electrical system. NexGen Electrical Power Solutions (EPS) combines field data collection and power-system engineering to evaluate electrical systems, identify potential arc-flash hazards, and provide practical recommendations for reducing risk.
From verifying the one-line and collecting field data to completing the engineering analysis and applying equipment labels, we provide a coordinated approach to arc-flash assessment.
Our Arc-Flash Services
NexGen EPS provides end-to-end arc-flash analysis, connecting field conditions with engineering calculations to give customers a clear understanding of potential electrical hazards.
We collect and verify the electrical equipment and system information needed to accurately evaluate arc-flash hazards.
Field data may include equipment ratings, conductor information, protective devices, and device settings.
Field Data Collection
We verify existing electrical one-line diagrams against field conditions to help ensure the system model reflects the equipment and configuration actually in place.
One-Line Verification
System Modeling
We develop or update electrical system models using verified field information.
Accurate modeling provides the foundation for reliable short-circuit, coordination, and arc-flash analysis.
Short-Circuit Analysis
We evaluate available fault current throughout the electrical system to identify potential equipment-duty concerns and provide the fault-current information needed for arc-flash calculations.
We evaluate protective-device characteristics and settings to understand how devices respond to faults and identify coordination concerns that may affect system reliability and incident energy.
Coordination Analysis
Incident-Energy Calculations
We calculate potential incident energy at applicable electrical equipment to help quantify arc-flash exposure and support appropriate electrical safety planning.
We provide arc-flash equipment labels based on the completed analysis, giving personnel important hazard information at the equipment where it is needed.
Equipment Labeling
Mitigation Recommendations
When the analysis identifies elevated incident energy or other concerns, we provide practical recommendations for consideration.
These may include opportunities related to protective-device settings, system configuration, or other measures that can reduce electrical risk.
A Complete Arc-Flash Approach
Whether you are developing a new electrical system, modifying an existing facility, or updating an outdated study, NexGen EPS can support the process from field data collection through final documentation.
Our integrated approach helps customers:
🗲Establish accurate electrical system information
🗲Identify and quantify potential arc-flash hazards
🗲Evaluate protective-device performance
🗲Support electrical safety planning
🗲Maintain accurate equipment labeling
🗲Identify practical opportunities for risk reduction