Electrical safety monitoring device MEV®-8

for medical IT systemsfor healthcare facilitiescontinuous

The MEV®-8 Medical Insulation Monitoring System monitors the safety of electrical equipment in Group 2 medical premises, such as operating rooms, where defective electrical equipment can cause serious incidents. For over 43 years, our MEV systems have saved lives and protected valuable equipment in all Finnish hospitals. We have developed our newest fifth-generation MEV®-8 equipment with hospital engineers and international partners. The new equipment meets all national and international (IEC 60364-7-710) regulations and technical standards. How it works The electric power network of the operating room is separated from the electrical grid by a medical insulation transformer. The insulation-level monitoring system monitors all the electrical devices connected to this transformer. It continuously checks the insulation level of the IT system, the transformer load, temperature, and the continuity of protective earth 24/7. The equipment signals faults and issues before dangerous situations arise. Ensuring critical medical facilities’ electrical safety Operating rooms are so-called group 2 medical facilities where the interfaces of electrically operated medical devices are used for near-heart functions. Faulty electrical equipment can be life-threatening for the patient and staff. Even the slightest equipment failure and leakage current can lead to burns, fire and even severe electric shock. Detecting electrical problems early is a crucial issue in the operating room.