Author :
Tureski, Brian ; Cromey, S. Douglas
Author_Institution :
Eaton Electr., Kingston, ON, Canada
Abstract :
A practical approach to undertaking an arc-flash study at an industrial metals facility is described. This article is based on the experience of the authors in undertaking an arc-flash study and the process of rolling out an overall system approach to arc flash at an industrial site. The arc-flash study procedure is primarily based on current arc-flash standards, such as National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70E, Canadian Standards Association (CSA) Z462, and IEEE Standard 1584; however, insight is provided in areas that require practical consideration during the process that may not be intuitively obvious before participating in this process. This article is a discussion of the shared experiences from the concept stage to arc-flash system completion.
Keywords :
IEEE standards; arcs (electric); electrical safety; flashover; Canadian standards association Z462; IEEE standard 1584; National Fire Protection Association 70E; arc-flash study; industrial metals facility; Arc discharges; Circuit breakers; Electrical safety; Flame retardants; Materials preparation; Metals;
Journal_Title :
Industry Applications Magazine, IEEE
DOI :
10.1109/MIAS.2010.939618
