Discover The Advantagesof Grounding In Oilfield Industries

By Edward Kennedy


Grounding the electricity is important for all industries. An oilfield environment has a lot of electrical equipment, machines and devices. These technologies possess an invisible energy field that have surrounded them which is known as electromagnetic field. Many researches have suggested that this is a great way to reduce the after effects of prolong exposure to electromagnetic fields. When it comes to Oilfield grounding, individuals and companies should consider hiring professionals to install their electrical systems to ensure safety.

Earthing is a representation of system or a method that will guide potentially dangerous quantities or amounts of electricity into a safe source. The main point behind earthing is that the electrical charges which is inside the human bodies will not release because of the environment with different appliances and devices in the workplace.

Installing the systems will require a professional to have an intensive training. Individuals will have to undergone education and actual training to know the fundamentals and basics of grounding. They must master all the basics and advanced methods on how to properly handle electrical functions. Many training centers and institutions are educating individuals to become highly skilled.

If electricity is not contained into the earth, then it will be installed or constructed on the post outside. It will pose a problem for many people compared to installing them on the ground. This will ensure that electricity will not become a problem on the employees and it will safely transfer its current into the earth directly.

Having an improper grounding will result to disastrous effects. The machines, equipment and other devices will not operate safely and properly when being improperly grounded. It will have a high tendency of going malfunction and in worst case, the production of the company will be affected as well.

Grounding or earthing is being defined as an electrical equipment which is placed directly on the ground or earth. Most oil drilling companies and platforms have a steel frame which directly connects on the earth and also support the structure itself. Without proper systems, there is a high risk of explosions which results in a catastrophe.

Many categories and kinds of grounding can be us ed for various industries. The kinds will vary from low to medium to high voltage systems instrument and control systems. In every industry, there is a certain application that will be followed. With the proper instrument and control system, it will become safe and reliable when being used in controlled facilities.

An increased in using electrical and other electronic devices will introduce to further risk and electromagnetic interference issues to operations and the machines performances. When new systems and applications are being added, it will contribute and may become susceptible to electromagnetic environment. Managing the static hazards is essential to preventing explosions.

Companies must ensure that the grounding method they choose is perfect for their systems. Without proper grounding, it will bring a bad result both to the safety and operational standpoint. To ensure that the workplace is both fully operational and safe, the proper methods must be implemented and established.




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