American Electric Technologies, Inc. will begin offering arc-resistant switchgear, allowing end users to create safer work environments, comply with electrical regulations for the workplace, and better protect lives and assets. AETI’s arc-resistant switchgear is designed for onshore and offshore applications, significantly increasing the safety of the operator around the entire perimeter of the equipment. Arc flashes can be channeled through venting ducts out of the top of the system and away from the operator. Arc-resistant switchgear also helps to comply with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) regulations that require operators review and modify their electrical systems and work procedures to reduce hazards from arc flashes. In addition, AETI offers an arc-mitigation system, which can be paired with arc-resistant products to isolate the arc-fault and reduce the incident energy contributed by the source.

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