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Electrical fire prevention and safety

Avoiding electrical fires

Solutions and expertise of electrical fire prevention to put you ahead of potential problems.

Discover PowerLogic Heat Tag

Fire prevention

Discover PowerLogic Heat Tag

HeatTag is a revolutionary and unique sensor, able to analyse gas and particles inside the switchboard to alert you before any smoke or insulator browning occurs.

Continuous thermal monitoring

Fire prevention

Continuous thermal monitoring

Enhance condition-based maintenance programmes by providing 24/7 thermal-risk detection and sending alerts when temperature exceeds predetermined limits.

Fire prevention

Electrical fire prevention begins with protection

As electrical fires cause an estimated $3 billion-plus of damage to non-residential structures in the US and Europe yearly, we offer products and software that help you in optimal electrical fire prevention.

Electrical fire risks in commercial buildings

Partner programmes

Consultants, designers, and engineers

You are the first line of defence in electrical fire prevention. Discover our resources and tools to make more precise choices about products and systems when designing with electrical fire protection top of mind.

Partner programmes

Contractors

You must be able to ensure customers that their installation is dependable. Discover our resources and tools to better select, calculate, commission and operate for electrical fire prevention.

Partner programmes

Panel Builders

You can ease your customers' peace of mind by implementing our products and solutions for fire prevention. Discover our resources and tools to select and build with confidence.

Latest insights on connected power systems

Read our blog articles, white papers, download guides, and see the videos.

What are the 5 tips to prevent electrical fire?

The crucial tips in electrical fire prevention are related to the outlet safety and constitute an easy to remember and follow list. One should bear in mind never to overload sockets and when inserting plugs be certain that they are inserted in full. It is important to remember never to force a 3-prong cord into a 2-slot outlet. In a house with small children tamper-resistant electrical outlets should be installed. A responsible user should keep wall outlets in best condition and replace them if plugs do not fit snugly.​

What are the safety precautions for electric fire?

Electrical fires can be a major hazard for all users of electric installations. For best electrical fire prevention, one should remember not to overload the circuits and be sure to check cords and extensions regularly. Apart from regular checks and maintenance of electrical equipment, one should bear in mind at the end of each day all electrical appliances must be turned off. Easy access to electrical control panels should be ensured and any electrical faults should be reported immediately. Moreover, for effective electrical fire prevention one should plan regular fixed wiring inspections. ​

Do you know about the latest electrical fire prevention technology?

When assessing all the risks that face a building or installation, electrical fire should be top of the agenda. However, despite its frequency and many potential causes, preventing it is straightforward with the right approach. By embedding connected solutions across their circuit, a consultant engineer protects against the often-unappreciated dangers of faulty installation and ageing components. In this way, smart electrical fire prevention delivers both reliable protection and peace of mind.​

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