Here at Vaughn Electric Company, Inc., we would like to thank you for the interest in the electrical services we offer. We are a 24/7 emergency service center and are happy to assist you in any way that we can. Listed below are some of the services we offer. If you would like more information, want to inquire about a quote, or need to schedule a service, please contact our VP of Automation below:
Greg Sturgeon
Automation Manager/ VP of Automation
731-796-0945
gsturgeon@vaughnelectric.com
Underground Location:
We have an underground locator that we use to locate underground wires and cables.
Use:
- Locate buried cables and wires
- Determine cable depth
- Test the current running through the wires/cables
- Locate Sheath Faults
Benefits:
- Save time by finding exactly where the wire is bad faster
- Save money by not having to dig as large a hole to repair problems
Fall of Potential (Ground) Testing:
The fall of potential test is used to accurately measure the resistance of an earth electrode using auxiliary stakes driven into the soil, which form a circuit for the test current injection and voltage measurement. Poor grounding is one of the leading causes of equipment malfunction.
Why we test this:
MSHA requires fall of potential testing to be done on an annual basis, or when equipment location is changed.
Benefits:
- Reduce equipment malfunction due to improper grounding
- Increase safety by testing for proper energy dissipation
PLC Monitoring:
The use of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s) are mainly to help automate systems. Though they can also be used to help maintain your equipment. PLC’s can be set with certain intervals to remind the user of service periods and equipment to check. They can also monitor trends to aid in troubleshooting specific problems.
Benefits:
- Latest technology to monitor and maintain your equipment
- Very flexible system
- Eliminates older technology
- Less cost in wire to devices as this new technology allows monitoring via radio waves
Ultrasonic analysis:
We have a new ultrasonic tester that allows us to predict failures before they happen. Some of the things we can look at with this system are:
- Equipment Bearings
- Air systems to check for leaks
- Many more
