A: The GraceSense™ Hot Spot Monitor (HSM) is primarily designed to support NFPA 70B recommendations on electrical preventive maintenance, specifically Chapter 17.9 which addresses loose connections. Loose or faulty connections often cause excessive heat, potentially leading to equipment failure or nuisance tripping. The HSM provides continuous, real-time thermal monitoring using patented fiber optic probes that are non-conductive and safe to install in hard-to-access or hazardous locations. This allows early detection of overheating conditions before they cause failures, enabling more effective maintenance planning.
While the HSM supports safer maintenance practices by identifying potential issues early, it does not by itself guarantee NFPA 70E compliance, which focuses on electrical safety-related work practices and personnel protection. Instead, the HSM contributes to safer environments by reducing the risk of unexpected equipment faults and enabling informed decisions about when and how to safely perform maintenance.