Análisis técnico-económico del impacto de puntos calientes en las instalaciones eléctricas de una empresa industrial colombiana mediante el uso de la termografía

Abstract

This study presents a comprehensive analysis of the economic and technical impact of hot spots in the electrical installations of a Colombian industrial company. Through a detailed thermographic evaluation the losses associated with these hotspots were identified and quantified, as well as the inherent risks of their presence, such as equipment failures, power supply interruptions and potential fires. Using a multidisciplinary approach, the direct and indirect costs derived from hot spots were estimated, considering factors such as regulatory sanctions, production losses and maintenance expenses. Subsequently, various technical solutions were proposed and evaluated to mitigate the adverse effects of these phenomena, prioritizing those with the greatest economic viability. The results obtained demonstrate the importance of implementing predictive maintenance programs based on thermography in industrial environments. Early detection and timely correction of hot spots allow not only a significant reduction in operating costs but also an increase in the reliability and safety of electrical installations.