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In a time of rapid technological change and new regulations on energy consumption, facilities management (FM) workforces need new skills to operate and maintain new and best-in-class electrical distribution equipment. Without this knowledge, downtime and faults can eat into profits and expend unnecessary carbon.
The key is to be able to tap into expert knowledge when, where and how it is needed. For example, Schneider Electric’s EcoCare service membership is designed to support FM teams throughout the entire lifecycle of their electrical distribution equipment. Built around the specific needs of each organisation, EcoCare offers flexible and scalable service plans, with asset auditing, tailored training, 24/7 digital monitoring and remote support, plus priority access to site visits by specialist engineers.
Extend the reach of on-site teams
Busy operational teams are often already at full capacity with firefighting and daily priorities. It can be difficult to find time for tasks that require additional expertise, like the monitoring and maintenance of legacy systems with new electrical distribution equipment. Outsourcing servicing and maintenance can help prevent outages, minimise downtime and extend asset life.
As electrical systems become increasingly digital and connected, access to specialist knowledge is more important than ever. An EcoCare membership provides 24/7 access to more than 2,000 Schneider Electric experts across technology, sustainability and energy management. This gives FM teams the confidence to proactively manage their electrical infrastructure whilst also prioritising day to day operations.
Hit environmental targets
Energy Management is no longer a competitive advantage but a must-do. Investments in renewable energy microgrids, electrification and energy efficient machinery can deliver substantial benefits, but only when systems are deployed and operated well. Safe, reliable and continuous power delivery depends on the ongoing performance of critical electrical distribution infrastructure such as transformers, switchgear and protection devices.
Schneider Electric Consultants can provide advice to develop the optimum microgrid for a site. EcoCare Service Plans provide data driven maintenance to monitor electrical equipment and provide expert guidance so that customers can prioritise maintenance and schedule activities to maximise sustainability.
Futureproof facilities
By combining expert support, digital tools and targeted training, EcoCare helps FM teams to future-proof operations, optimise asset performance and avoid unplanned downtime. Discover how you can use EcoCare to maintain, monitor and modernise your electrical distribution systems today.
