Life Extension of Motor Control Centers: When to Maintain and When to Replace
(Room 316)
07 May 19
10:30 AM
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11:00 AM
Tracks:
Electrical Applications
Facilities depend on keeping critical assets running. Often this equipment is controlled by motor control centers (MCCs) that can last for decades — even beyond their original design life. However, equipment reliability, maintenance requirements and performance rely on proper application, operation and maintenance. This paper will examine the following areas of interest when assessing motor control centers:
• Common wear items and maintenance guidelines for MCCs.
• Upgrading to include new technology or expanding plant capacity.
• Weighing out cost considerations to maintain versus replace.
• Arc-flash safety considerations when maintaining installed equipment.