What Is Arc Flash — and How Trevacore Is Closing the Protection Gap in Nigeria

In industrial environments, electrical energy powers everything — from production lines to control systems. But when that energy escapes its intended path, the result can be devastating.

That event is known as an Arc Flash.

What Is an Arc Flash?

An arc flash occurs when electrical current leaves its normal path and travels through the air between conductors or from a conductor to ground.
This produces an intense burst of heat, light, and pressure — often exceeding 19,000°C, hotter than the surface of the sun.

In a fraction of a second, this can cause:

• Severe burns and skin damage

• Vision or hearing loss

• Fire or explosion within panels

• Equipment destruction and production downtime

Every Industry Is Vulnerable

Arc flashes can happen anywhere electricity is used — factories, food processing plants, power stations, refineries, and even small workshops.
In Nigeria, where many industrial facilities operate with 415V panels, the risk is real — yet arc flash protective gear is not always readily available.

Trevacore’s Practical Solution

Recognizing this gap, Trevacore Engineering developed a custom protection package for technical staff and maintenance teams operating around 415V or lower-voltage panels.

Our solution combines tested, compatible components to provide multi-layer protection against electric shock and arc flash energy:

• 33kV Electrical Insulating Gloves – for high-level contact protection.

• Safety Jogger Mars EH Boots – certified for electrical hazard resistance.

• Flame-Retardant Balaclava – protects the neck and face area from heat exposure.

• Impact-Resistant Face Shield – shields against thermal and blast pressure impact.

• Arc Flash–Rated Flame-Retardant Coveralls – the outer layer is designed to withstand flash energy and reduce burn injury.

Together, these items offer a realistic, affordable, and accessible alternative for industries without access to full arc flash suits — while maintaining strong compliance with safety and PPE standards.

Engineering Protection That Fits the Environment

At Trevacore, we don’t just import equipment — we engineer safety solutions that suit the Nigerian industrial landscape.
Our focus is on practical protection: solutions that keep workers safe, keep operations running, and make safety compliance achievable across all levels of industry.

Electrical safety starts before the flash.
Trevacore ensures you’re ready for it.

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