How audits help improve safety and electrical system performance

Credit to Author: Philippe Arsonneau| Date: Tue, 04 Apr 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Electricity is unique. It is the only mission-critical commodity that business depends on every second of every day, yet it can be the biggest obstacle to success. Any power failure can mean a significant safety issue or a costly operational disruption. Power-related disruptions in Europe…

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Consulting services – understanding the past, safeguarding the present, ensuring future-readiness

Credit to Author: Patrick Boittet| Date: Thu, 30 Mar 2023 12:00:00 +0000

It’s hard to believe, but about 10,000 people retire daily in the U.S. alone. In the western world, the number of retired workers will outnumber those under the age of 18 by 2035. These numbers and the resulting skill gaps are a major concern for…

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2023 National Electric Code Changes for Surge Protection

Credit to Author: Keith Willey| Date: Mon, 27 Mar 2023 15:24:45 +0000

The National Electrical Code (NEC®) is published by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA®). The NEC is a set of standards meant to ensure the safe installation of electrical equipment in the U.S. The NEC was first published in 1897 and is revised every three…

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Safety matters – home and away

Credit to Author: Denis Marant| Date: Mon, 30 Jan 2023 14:29:04 +0000

In today’s world, power is everywhere, and electrical equipment can be found wherever we work, live, or play. While this means we have access to electricity almost anytime, anywhere, it also implicitly means the increasing use of our everyday equipment and appliances may potentially lead to…

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Reducing arc flash risk: Benefits that go beyond the obvious

Credit to Author: Shree Sathe| Date: Fri, 18 Nov 2022 10:00:06 +0000

In our previous blog on arc flash mitigation, we discussed the mechanics of an arc flash and why it is important to reduce the risk of these dangerous, destructive incidents…. Read more »

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Arc mitigation: Reduce threats with a cost-effective arc flash solution

Credit to Author: Shree Sathe| Date: Thu, 17 Nov 2022 16:31:47 +0000

Arc flash mitigation is easier said than done. Until recently, conducting an arc-flash hazard analysis has been difficult. Though significant testing and empirical formulas have been developed, the available algorithms… Read more »

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Arc flash and shock prevention: A line-side safety revolution for electrical contractors

Credit to Author: Rod West| Date: Wed, 16 Nov 2022 17:13:40 +0000

In a recent blog on mitigating arc flash events, we discussed the importance of integrating safety into electrical design. As an electrical contractor, you and your employees are on the… Read more »

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Series vs. Parallel Surge Protective Devices (SPDs) – Which is right for you?

Credit to Author: Keith Willey| Date: Wed, 16 Nov 2022 14:00:59 +0000

When designing and installing power distribution systems, engineers and contractors select surge protective devices (SPDs) to protect electrical equipment and systems from transient overvoltages. To do so, specifiers must understand… Read more »

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