In Ferraz Shawmut's high-power test lab in Newburyport, Massachusetts, our engineers study the effects of arc fault and arc flash phenomena. They utilize this data in the development of innovative circuit protection devices and share it with regulatory bodies and other industry groups to help improve worker safety.

These photo sequences, taken from video of actual tests, give you an idea of the energy released during these types of events.

View Test Sequence 1, arcing fault.		View Test Sequence 2, short circuit current exceeding equipment rating.