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How circuit breakers keep homes and buildings secure

July 3, 2024 admin circuit breaker, electrical safety, Energy Efficiency, home electrical safety, home safety, homes, mcb, Power Management

Credit to Author: Denis Marant| Date: Wed, 03 Jul 2024 10:00:00 +0000

In a bustling office building, every computer, light, and piece of machinery relies on a stable electrical system. Imagine the chaos if that system fails due to an overload or fault — equipment gets damaged, safety is compromised, and productivity grinds to a halt. That…

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Your Guide to NFPA 70B Standard Compliance: Eight Steps to Compliance

July 3, 2024 admin Access to Energy, electrical safety, Energy Efficiency, energy management, energy saving tips, Power Distribution and Management, Sustainability

Credit to Author: Rod West| Date: Mon, 01 Jul 2024 14:25:30 +0000

The 2023 edition of the NFPA 70B has moved from a recommended practice to an industry standard—becoming a key driver of electrical maintenance and safety in the U.S. and enabling better inspection methods and emphasizing the importance of following manufacturers recommendations. Follow these steps to…

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Elevating process safety in the chemical industry: A digital approach

June 25, 2024 admin ecostruxure power and process, electrical safety, energies and chemicals, Process Safety

Credit to Author: Sheri Sammons| Date: Tue, 25 Jun 2024 12:04:00 +0000

When it comes to industrial safety, the stakes are high, and hazards loom everywhere. This is especially true in the chemical industry, where there are inherent risks related to manufacturing, handling, and disposing of chemicals. In 2023 alone, there were over 270 hazardous chemical incidents in…

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How to keep your home appliances safe from electrical faults

June 25, 2024 admin electrical safety, home electrical safety, homes, house surge protectors, voltage regulators

Credit to Author: Denis Marant| Date: Tue, 25 Jun 2024 10:18:06 +0000

Far beyond mere bricks and mortar, your home is the foundation of your lifestyle, equipped with the appliances and devices necessary for everything from starting your day to unwinding at night. But here’s something you might not often think about: how protected are you and these appliances from…

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Why functional safety is important

June 20, 2024 admin ecostruxure triconex safety systems, electrical safety, functional safety, INDUSTRY

Credit to Author: Kenny Chua| Date: Thu, 20 Jun 2024 12:06:00 +0000

When it comes to process control, safety standards continue to evolve as the industry continues to learn and improve. Standards and safety instrumented systems for functional safety are critical when it comes to continuous operations and saving lives. Managing operational risk is one of the…

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Arc-Flash Equipment Marking Requirements – Is Your Installation Compliant?

June 15, 2024 admin arc fault, electrical safety

Credit to Author: Bill Brown| Date: Fri, 14 Jun 2024 20:47:32 +0000

Keeping up with safety compliance regulations isn’t always easy, but it is crucial. Arc flash labeling can be particularly confusing as safety guidelines are frequently updated. This blog breaks down the latest 2023 National Electric Code (NEC) and 2024 NFPA 70E requirements specifically related to…

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Arc flash safety: Understanding the scope of problems

June 11, 2024 admin arc flash, arc flash safety, electrical hazards, electrical safety, electrician, energy management, johns hopkins, Sustainability

Credit to Author: Rod West| Date: Mon, 10 Jun 2024 12:44:50 +0000

Arc Flash. If your work exposes you to electrical equipment, few terms will gain your attention more quickly. The sudden, explosive release of electrical and thermal energy, including toxic smoke and plasma released from an arc flash event, can change lives in milliseconds. Electrical workers…

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The safety imperative: Our blueprint for a better workplace

May 30, 2024 admin electrical safety, Safety, safety in the workplace, services

Credit to Author: Jerome Soltani| Date: Wed, 29 May 2024 20:12:12 +0000

Years ago, when working as a business leader in France, an arc flash seriously injured one of my technicians. Contacting their family to let them know what had happened was truly one of the most heart-wrenching moments in my career. It’s the kind of thing…

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