A voltage surge can damage electronic equipment in a fraction of a second and may shorten asset life without causing immediate failure. Electrical Testing Services (ETS) can assess surge protection requirements for commercial electrical systems and sensitive equipment.
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A voltage surge can damage electronic equipment in a fraction of a second and may shorten asset life without causing immediate failure. Electrical Testing Services (ETS) can assess surge protection requirements for commercial electrical systems and sensitive equipment.
Surge protection devices divert transient overvoltage away from connected equipment. Correctly selected protection can reduce exposure at the switchboard and support equipment that is vulnerable to voltage spikes. The business impact can include failed electronics, interrupted operations, lost data and replacement costs. Properties with critical control, communications or computing systems warrant a planned approach.
External surges can arise from lightning activity or disturbances in the electricity supply. Internal events can occur when large electrical loads switch, motors start or faults develop within the installation. The source, magnitude and path of a surge vary. Protection should therefore be considered across the electrical system rather than selected solely from the value of one appliance.
The assessment considers the incoming supply, switchboards, earthing arrangement and sensitive loads. Existing protective devices and known equipment failures should also be reviewed.
Surge protective devices can be installed at appropriate distribution points within the electrical system. Device selection and coordination must reflect the installation and the level of protection required.
Existing surge protection should be checked within the agreed service scope because a device may require replacement after absorbing significant surge energy. ETS can confirm available testing and electrical work for the property.
ETS uses licensed electrical personnel for assessment and electrical work within the relevant jurisdiction. Recommendations reflect the installation and connected equipment.
Surge protection may involve switchboards, earthing and critical electronic loads. ETS can coordinate the electrical expertise required for the agreed scope.
Assessment findings and completed work can be recorded for the property. This gives facility teams a reference for future inspection and equipment changes.
ETS operates under NATA accreditation for applicable inspection activities and maintains certified management systems for quality, safety and environmental performance.
ETS has supported commercial electrical systems since 2002. Its national service model suits individual properties and multi-site organisations.
ETS has offices and strategically located personnel throughout Australia. The team supports individual properties, regional programs and national portfolios through one service provider.
Sydney, Newcastle, Wollongong and Broken Hill
Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Cairns, Townsville, Toowoomba and Mt Isa
Perth, Geraldton, Broome, Port Hedland and Kununurra
Darwin and Alice Springs
Identify the critical systems, sensitive equipment and any surge protection already installed at the property. ETS can assess the electrical system and confirm the available protection and electrical work.
Call the national desk or send a quote request — we’ll confirm testing sequence and reporting.
