IPEC Ltd
Measuring instruments
Company Overview
IPEC Ltd, founded in Manchester in 1995, specializes in the design and manufacture of Partial Discharge (PD) testing and monitoring solutions for the global power industry. The company's objective is to transfer cutting-edge technology to assist in the proactive management and maintenance of high-voltage (HV) electrical assets. With over 30 years of experience in on-line PD theory, testing, and both software and hardware design, IPEC offers a comprehensive suite of products and services aimed at preventing asset failures and optimizing network reliability.
Products and Services
IPEC provides a diverse range of solutions for detecting and locating PD activity across various HV assets. Their offerings include permanently installed monitors like the ASM and ASM-Portable, which acquire, process, and display live PD data remotely for MV, HV, and EHV cables and switchgear. These systems incorporate the proprietary DeCIFer™ algorithm, designed to effectively distinguish PD signals from background noise, ensuring high-resolution data analysis. The company also offers Partial Discharge Spot Testers, such as the PD Detector™ Pro, PD Detector, PrecisePD, and PD-SG1, which are handheld devices for in-situ detection and measurement of PD levels.
A wide array of specialized Partial Discharge Sensors are available, including VDS, CC-TEV, AA Ultrasonic, HFCT, UHF, and Noise Gating Sensors, all designed to be non-intrusive and retrofitted to existing equipment. Beyond product sales, IPEC delivers expert services, including on-site installation and commissioning, on-line and off-line Partial Discharge surveys, precise PD location services, and comprehensive PD training courses for engineers. These services are critical for identifying weak points in networks and planning remedial actions.
Target Sectors and Unique Approach
IPEC's solutions are deployed across a broad spectrum of sectors globally, including Transmission & Distribution networks, Extra High Voltage (EHV) switchgear, Medium Voltage (MV) switchgear, Power Transformers, Rotating Machines (motors and generators), Underground Cables, Oil & Gas facilities, and Renewable Energy installations (Solar and Wind Farms). The company's unique selling proposition is its deep expertise in PD, combined with its advanced technology, such as the DeCIFer™ algorithm, and a structured approach to asset management through The PWR Cycle™ framework. This framework guides clients through planning, watching (monitoring), and repairing, ensuring continuous improvement in asset management strategies and maximizing network performance.
