Safety - Switch Rated Plugs&Receptacles


Problem: Safety and Code Compliance Concerns

Many industrial facilities utilize pin & sleeve or twist type plugs and receptacles to connect welders, pumps and other portable equipment. These devices are potentially dangerous if a worker withdraws the plug under load because most pin & sleeve and twist type devices are not intended to be connected or disconnected under load. Doing so may expose users to live contacts and arc flash hazards that can result in serious injuries.

Solution: Install Switch Rated Plugs & Receptacles

Meltric's DECONTACTOR Series plugs & receptacles are a combination plug, receptacle and disconnect switch in the same device. The device's integral switching function ensures that the contacts are safely de-energized before the plug can be withdrawn. OSHA/NFPA 70E and CSA compliance is greatly simplified because the Decontactors safety features ensure electrical safety when connecting and disconnecting equipment.

Avoid dangers and hassles of traditional plugs & receptacles



Warning Arc Flash Hazard	Requirement Costly Procedures	Caution Dangerous Work Practices
Most pin & sleeve and twist type devices are not intended to be connected or disconnected under load. Doing so may expose users to live contacts and arc flash hazards that can result in serious injuries.	NFPA 70E requires verification that the power is OFF before most standard plugs & receptacles can be connected or disconnected. In many cases, this requires voltage testing by a 'qualified' worker wearing PPE.	The expensive interlocks required to prevent standard plugs & receptacles from being connected or disconnected under load are completely defeated when workers use extension cords.

Meltric Makes it Easy
Replace existing plugs & receptacles with Meltric's DECONTACTOR™ Series switch rated plugs & receptacles to simplify NFPA 70E compliance.



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