For systems ranging in size from single module multi-kilowatt to multi-module,
multi-megawatt, Static Power has a full suite of services to support all your
critical power needs. Equipment supported includes; Uninterruptible Power
Systems (UPS), Power Distribution Units, Battery Plants, Automatic Transfer
Switches, Telecommunications Rectifiers, Inverters, Power Distribution
Boards, Transient Voltage Surge Suppressors and Monitoring Systems.
Services include; Preventive, Predictive and Corrective maintenance
Start-up and Commissioning, Infrared Testing, Dummy Load Testing and
Power Problem Analysis and Correction. All of our services are available
on either a Contractual or Time and Material basis.
With over 20 seasoned critical power
service engineers on staff, Static Power is the largest critical power service
provider in the Washington Baltimore, Northern Virginia Area.
24 Hour Emergency Service
While a properly designed, installed and maintained critical power system
will minimize the need for emergency service, the fact is, emergency service
will at least occasionally, be required. To provide for this, Static
Power employs a large staff of experienced critical power service
engineers. In fact, Static Power, with over 20 engineers, is the
largest critical power systems service provider in the Washington,
Baltimore and Northern Virginia area.
We are factory trained, certified and supported on all the products we sell. We
maintain a close working relationship with all of our OEM’s staying up to date
on all new and after sale product developments. We also maintain a large local
inventory of spare parts. In addition to servicing the products we sell, we
also offer superior services on many other brands.
Whether you purchased your system from Static Power or another provider,
we will be pleased to respond to your emergency needs. With a Service
Contract, Static Power can guarantee immediate phone response and be
on-site within 4 hours or less.
Preventive Maintenance
Imagine purchasing a new car and never taking it in for routine
service. Obviously, such a vehicle will never realize the trouble
free longevity intended by the manufacturer. The same is true
for a Critical Power System. Solid state equipment such as
Uninterruptible Power Systems, Automatic Transfer Switches, Static
Transfer Switches and Power Distribution Units, all contain finite
life components that require periodic replacement. They also
incorporate circuits that can remain idle for long periods of
time and unless routinely tested, could unknowingly have failed
and subsequently not operate when called on. Mechanical (pressure)
connections can loosen from cold-flow and or vibration. Generator
maintenance is little different than an automobile. Even diesel
fuel can go bad over time!
With over 23 years experience servicing most makes and models
of critical power systems, Static Power has the knowledge,
staff and specialized equipment necessary to ensure maximum
system reliability and longevity. We are constantly updating
our tools, test equipment and procedures to take advantage of
the latest preventive and predictive maintenance techniques.
Dummy Load Testing
Dummy (artificial) load testing is usually employed as part of a
system certification or re-certification. Use of these loads
facilitates at-will, selectable step, capacity, overload and burn-in
testing of the entire critical power system including the Emergency
Generator and UPS batteries. In the absence of a real or light real load,
the dummy load can also be used to “heat up” the system in preparation for
an Infrared Thermographic Scan.
System Commissioning
The purpose of a system certification is to verify that the total system
(UPS, Generators, Batteries, Transfer Switches, PDU’s, Switchgear, etc.)
operates as intended under all conditions of line and load.
This verification is usually accomplished by electronic monitoring of key
points while exercising the system to maximum design limitations using an
artificial (dummy) load. The exercise itself is governed by a Site
Acceptance Test Procedure (SATP) specifically developed by SPCS to test
each and every key operational parameter and is always unique to each
customer’s installation. In addition to the electronic monitoring,
Static Power also performs an Infrared Thermo-graphic scan of the system
during the test.
SPCS recommends that System Certifications be performed under the
following circumstances:
- Immediately following installation of a new system.
- Immediately following major repairs, upgrades or renovations to an existing system.
- Prior to a new tenant taking over a previous tenants system.
With over 23 year’s experience, Static Power knows how to find and correct any critical
power system deficiency before it adversely affects operations.
Power Problem Consulting
Your IT system or manufacturing process is experiencing mysterious problems.
You’ve consulted the equipment manufacturer and been advised that the
problem is more than likely being caused by defective power. You
contact your local electrician who comes out, hooks up his volt meter
and says “Looks fine to me!” Who do you call now? Power problems of
this nature are usually subtle and intermittent thereby requiring
specialized knowledge and equipment to pinpoint and diagnose. With more
than 24 years experience tracking down and correcting these types of
power problems, Static Power has the tools, sophisticated monitoring
equipment and most importantly, the expertise necessary to positively
identify and correct the problem.
Infrared Testing
One of the greatest predictive maintenance tools to come along in a long
time is Infrared Thermographic Imaging or what most people refer to as
an Infrared Camera. With this device it possible to see the heat
emissions of electrical and mechanical devices that are in the early
stages of failure. Things like overloaded circuits, loose or corroded
connections, bad bearings, etc are all easily detected. The scan is
accomplished without disruption to the operation (non-invasive) and
can cover a large number of devices in a very short period of time.
Typically, the scan is scheduled during normal operations, potential
problems are identified and catalogued, replacement parts ordered and
repair efforts scheduled for a convenient time. Following correction,
the repaired or replaced items are re-scanned. Static Power recommends
that IR scans be performed immediately following installation of new
systems and annually thereafter.
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