FailSafeTM

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FailSafeTM
MSE of Canada www.msegroup.net

• The Preventative Maintenance Tool for the
  Elimination of Failure Due to Ground Faults,
  Designed For The Marine Environment.

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The Marine Environment
The marine environment encompasses the toughest
work conditions for electrical systems !

• High humidity.
• High Salinity.
• Wetness.
• Corrosive chemicals and fumes.
• Temperature extremes and High UV
  exposure.

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The Problem

• Motor/Generator insulation always deteriorates.
• Frequent starting and stopping cause temperature
  excursions, together with long idle time, crack
  insulation.
• Harsh marine conditions (salt-laden moisture) -
  accelerate aging.
• Feeder cable crack from UV exposure and have a
  high risk of mechanical damage .
• Junction boxes become waterlogged.

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The Problem
When the motor is idle, moisture accumulates,
lowering insulation resistance-
causing burnout on starting!

• In 2002, the IEEE (Institute of Electrical
  and Electronic Engineers) identified
  approximately
• 30 of motor failures as insulation related!

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Electrical rotating machines
What Does FailSafeTM Do?
FailSafeTM insulation monitors are Early
Warning devices!

• The FailSafeTM device provides early warning of
  insulation breakdown.
• FailSafeTM continuously monitors idle electrical
  machines for insulation degradation and
  automatically disconnects when the motor is
  energized.
• Degraded insulation, if left unchecked, will
  result in unexpected motor failure and costly
  downtime.

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FailSafeTM Features
Electrical rotating machines

• Gives early warning of impending failures.
• One model for each voltage range, independent of
  motor power rating.
• Available for all voltages to 13.8 kV AC / 1200 V
  DC.
• Interface easily with automated data collection
  and control system.
• Installs easily.
• Monitors automatically.

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FailSafeTM Benefits

• Eliminates emergency breakdowns.
• Safeguards operations and Extends motor life,
  reducing motor lifetime costs.
• Eliminate periodic Meggering thus freeing up
  manpower.
• Increases safety through the elimination of motor
  burn-out hazards.
• Increase vessel readiness.
• Improves profitability.

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Conclusion
FailSafeTM Monitors Insulation to Ensure Early
Warning!!

• Dramatically reduces downtime.
• Permits orderly, cost - effective maintenance and
  increases operational readiness.
• Increases safety through the elimination of motor
  explosion hazards.
• Improves your return on investment and protects
  your interests.