For many businesses, the idea of installing monitoring equipment on their electrical system can sound disruptive or complicated. The truth is, a temporary power monitoring survey is straightforward, non-intrusive, and designed to deliver maximum insight with minimal disruption.
At Cetronic Power Solutions, we’ve refined our process to make it simple for you. Here’s exactly what you can expect, step by step, when we install a temporary power monitoring system at your site.
Step 1: Initial Consultation
Every site is different. Before installation, our engineers will:
- Review your site layout and electrical system.
- Identify key monitoring points such as incoming mains, distribution boards, or specific equipment.
- Agree on monitoring duration (typically days to weeks) depending on your operations.
This ensures we capture the right data for your business needs—whether that’s investigating high bills, troubleshooting reliability issues, or preparing for a system upgrade.
Step 2: Equipment Installation
We install portable Class A monitoring devices at the agreed connection points. This step is:
- Non-invasive – No permanent changes are made to your system.
- Quick – Most installations are completed within a few hours.
- Safe – Carried out by qualified engineers with strict safety protocols.
Our equipment is compact and designed to operate quietly in the background, so your day-to-day activities can continue without interruption.
Step 3: Monitoring Period
Once installed, the devices begin recording data automatically. During this phase, we capture:
- Load profiles – When and where energy is being used.
- Peak demand – Identifying cost-driving spikes.
- Power quality – Harmonics, imbalance, or voltage dips that may harm equipment.
- Standby consumption – Energy wasted when systems are idle.
Depending on your site, monitoring can last from a few days (for offices or single-shift operations) to several weeks (for factories, data centres, or sites with variable loads).
Step 4: Data Collection & Analysis
When monitoring is complete, our team collects the equipment and downloads the recorded data. We then perform a detailed analysis to uncover:
- Hidden inefficiencies.
- Risks to reliability and uptime.
- Opportunities for cost savings and load balancing.
This stage turns raw numbers into clear, actionable insights tailored to your site.
Step 5: Reporting & Recommendations
Finally, you receive a comprehensive report with:
- Easy-to-understand graphs and charts.
- A breakdown of where your energy is going.
- Key risks affecting reliability.
- Practical, prioritised recommendations for improvement.
We also walk you through the findings to ensure you fully understand your options—whether that’s replacing inefficient equipment, redistributing loads, or considering a permanent monitoring solution.
What Are the Benefits of This Process?
By following this step-by-step approach, businesses gain:
- Clarity on how power is being used.
- Confidence in planning expansions or upgrades.
- Cost savings from identifying waste.
- Resilience by preventing downtime before it happens.
Why Choose Cetronic Power Solutions?
With over 50 years of experience in power protection and monitoring, Cetronic delivers more than just data—we provide insight. Our surveys are designed to give you peace of mind and a clear path toward efficiency, sustainability, and reliability.
Take the Next Step
A temporary power monitoring survey is one of the simplest, most effective ways to take control of your energy costs and reliability risks.
👉 Contact Cetronic Power Solutions today to book your survey and see the difference a clear picture of your power system can make.
