Isolated Power Supply​

In the healthcare industry, ensuring a safe, continuous, and reliable power supply is essential to avoid any risks to patient and staff safety. Traditional electrical systems, while effective in many settings, are not suitable for medical environments due to the heightened vulnerability of patients.

Shield Tech Trading & Contracting W.L.L Medical Isolated Power Supplies

The continuity of power supply during an earth fault is crucial. Patients in hospitals and healthcare facilities are at a higher risk of electric shock due to their reduced body resistance from medical conditions. Even small currents, as low as a few milliamps (mA), can result in fatal electric shocks. Therefore, measures must be taken to mitigate these risks and provide protection against possible electrical leakage currents, ensuring the safety of both patients and hospital staff.

There is also a risk associated with electrical supply failure, which could have life-threatening consequences. In areas where electrical equipment is in direct contact with patients, and where electrical supply failure could endanger lives, BS 7671:2018 defines such zones as Medical Locations.

A secondary power source is critical to maintaining patient safety during power failures. Even a brief power drop could have catastrophic consequences, potentially leading to medical device shutdowns, interruptions in critical operations, and risks to patient lives. Medical facilities cannot afford this risk!

Most hospitals and medical facilities have backup generators, but Group 2 medical locations require additional resilience.

In Group 2 medical locations, Shield Tech Trading & Contracting W.L.L Medical Isolated Power Supplies:

An IT system must be used for the final circuits
The system must include insulation monitoring
In case of a fault or supply failure, a total power loss in Group 2 medical locations must be prevented

These requirements can be met by installing a suitable Medical Isolated Power System (MIPS).

To address this, advanced Medical Isolated Power Supply (MIPS) systems enhance patient safety by providing an isolated power source for medical devices, minimizing electrical hazards, reducing the risk of electric shock, and ensuring uninterruptible power during mains electrical failures.

Understanding the Need for MIPS

In conventional electrical systems, such as those in homes or standard buildings, the earth is connected, forming a live, neutral, and earth configuration (known as TNS in the UK). However, in medical environments, especially where critically ill patients are treated, electrical faults pose a much higher risk of shock.

To enhance patient safety, the Shield Tech MIPS solution uses an IT configuration, eliminating the neutral wire and disconnecting the earth. This technical change minimizes the risk of electrical shock and represents a significant advancement in ensuring patient safety by minimizing electrical hazards.

Meeting Government Regulations with MIPS

In healthcare, compliance with strict regulations is imperative. The Health Technical Memorandum 06-02 (HTM 06-02), the UK standard for electrical installations, offers guidance on safety precautions necessary to prevent death and injury. Medical electrical systems are also covered under BS 7671 18th edition, specifically in Part 7 (Section 710), which complements the HTM 06-02 guidelines. Shield Tech Trading & Contracting W.L.L Medical Isolated Power Supplies are designed to meet these stringent standards, providing robust systems that reduce medical electrical risks and help facilities maintain the highest standards of care.

The Role of MIPS in Patient Safety

The primary goal of MIPS is to protect patients from electrical hazards. Unlike standard electrical systems where contact with live wires can cause severe shocks, MIPS uses insulation monitoring to prevent electric current from reaching patients, significantly reducing the risk of accidents. This ensures a safer environment for both patients and healthcare staff.

Shield Tech ensures that its medical IPS solutions feature a resilient supply switch, monitoring, and alarm circuits to guarantee continuous operation under normal and abnormal conditions. Our Medical Isolated Power Supplies are specifically designed for medical settings and fully comply with medical safety regulations and standards.

Most importantly, our MIPS solutions are designed to:

Ensure patient safety
Minimize the risk of electrical shock hazards
Reduce the likelihood of circuit breakers tripping during earth faults

How Shield Tech is Leading the Medical IPS Industry

In an industry driven by patient safety and regulatory compliance, Shield Tech Trading & Contracting W.L.L stands out as a leader in innovation and reliability. Our MIPS solutions not only meet but exceed industry standards, delivering unparalleled safety and performance.

Why Shield Tech Stands Out:

Shield Tech Trading & Contracting W.L.L offers a comprehensive power management solution. Unlike traditional suppliers, we provide both uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) and medical IPS solutions, which are often required together in healthcare settings. Our holistic approach ensures seamless integration and performance, from UPS to MIPS.

Furthermore, we combine cutting-edge technology with competitive pricing, streamlining procurement processes by eliminating the need for multiple suppliers. This results in cost savings and improved operational efficiency.

Our commitment to customer satisfaction extends beyond product delivery. We provide integrated monitoring and control systems that offer real-time insights and alerts, enabling proactive maintenance and troubleshooting.

With Shield Tech, clients benefit from a one-stop solution for all their power management needs. From installation to ongoing support, our dedicated team ensures critical systems remain operational, keeping patients safe.

Customizing MIPS Solutions to Meet Specific Needs

Recognizing that every medical facility has unique requirements, Shield Tech offers tailored MIPS solutions. Whether for a small clinic or a large hospital, our range of options meets the needs of facilities of all sizes and complexities. Our recent projects demonstrate our ability to deliver bespoke solutions, including separate circuits and advanced insulation monitoring capabilities.

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