NEMA publishes ANSI-approved KS 3 guidelines for switches.August 13, 2012 -
ANSI/NEMA KS 3-2010, Guidelines for Inspection and Preventive Maintenance of Switches Used in Commercial and Industrial Applications, covers safety procedures, general guidance, inspection procedures, preventive maintenance, non-destructive test procedures, and operation of accessory devices. KS 3 also identifies switches requiring maintenance or replacement. Regular inspection and preventive maintenance help ensure that protection is provided to personnel and electrical equipment.
NEMA Publishes ANSI-Approved KS 3 Guidelines for Inspection and Preventive Maintenance of Switches Used in Commercial and Industrial Applications |
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Press release date: August 8, 2012
ROSSLYN, VA., -The National Electrical Manufacturers Association's (NEMA) standard for distribution equipment recently received approval from the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
ANSI/NEMA KS 3-2010 Guidelines for Inspection and Preventive Maintenance of Switches Used in Commercial and Industrial Applications includes safety procedures, general guidance, inspection procedures, preventive maintenance, non-destructive test procedures, and the operation of accessory devices. KS 3 identifies switches requiring maintenance or replacement. When appropriately maintained, switches can provide reliable protection for many years. Regular inspection and preventive maintenance help ensure that a high level of protection is provided to personnel and electrical equipment.
ANSI/NEMA KS 3 Guidelines for Inspection and Preventive Maintenance of Switches Used in Commercial and Industrial Applications can be downloaded at no charge. A hard copy may be purchased for $61 by visiting global.ihs.com or by contacting IHS at 800-854-7179 (U.S. only) or 303-397-7956 (international).
NEMA is the association of electrical equipment manufacturers, founded in 1926 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia. Its member companies manufacture a diverse set of products including power transmission and distribution equipment, lighting systems, factory automation and control systems, and medical diagnostic imaging systems. Worldwide annual sales of NEMA-scope products exceed $120 billion.
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