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Southwire’s VFD Cables Reduce Potential Safety Risks at Your Facilities
Did you know that connecting cables directly to your motors could pose a potential risk for your factories and plants? Let’s say you have a phone line running alongside a power cable - you have likely heard a slight 60 Hz hum as a result of the cables being too close! This can be a warning sign of safety issues to come.
Read MoreOctober 23, 2020
Cooper Lighting Solution’s Line of Sure-Lites Provide Peace of Mind
With 25-60 feet of egress coverage, Sure-Lites Emergency Light allow for a large variety of applications. These lights can withstand temperatures ranging from -22 degrees Fahrenheit to 122 degrees Fahrenheit – allowing for usage in a multitude of climates. Is your facility susceptible to wet weather or harsher conditions? Sure-Lites will work for you!
Read MoreOctober 1, 2020
The Importance of IP69K-Rated Equipment in Your Facility
Manufacturing equipment can become dirty – collecting a lot of dust and grime just from day-to-day use. This can create a need for a regular washing of the equipment, but the bigger question is: can your electrical equipment handle the wear and tear that comes with these wash downs?
September 29, 2020
Southwire Tool Must-Haves for Your Toolkit
Electricians need high-quality, reliable tools in order to safely and efficiently do their job. Whether you are an apprentice new to the field, or a master electrician with 20 years of experience under your tool belt – your tools are important.
September 10, 2020
Why You Need to Retrofit Your Lighting with LEDs and How to Convince Your Manager to Make the Switch
Management buy-in is a crucial part of converting your facility’s lighting to LEDs. High-quality LED lighting tends to last longer and provide a better quality of light – making them the preferred solution by many.
August 17, 2020
Revolutionize Your Circuit Breakers With Eaton Bussman’s CCP2
Eaton Bussman’s next generation Compact Circuit Protector, or CCP2, is revolutionary for it’s small footprint – requiring up to 51% less space than most circuit protectors! The CCP2 is UL 98 Listed with a 200 kA short-circuit rating, or SCCR.
August 10, 2020
Panduit’s Cable Cleat Solutions Protect You from a Short Circuit Mishap
With a unique design meant for easy installation, Panduit’s cable cleats provide a sense of security in the event of a short circuit, keeping the cables contained and minimizing damage.
July 9, 2020
Reduce The Risk Of Unplanned Downtime With Leviton & Werner Electric Supply
Downtime poses a potential threat to any business – but for manufacturing plants, that threat is even more significant. Manufacturers are always looking for a way to minimize the potential for downtime, because time is money – and downtime can be incredibly costly.
Save Valuable Time And Money With Brady’s LINK360 Software
Brady Corporation’s LINK360 combines identification products and mobile apps with cloud software to help you surpass safety and compliance regulations set by OSHA. Is your facility smaller with only a few employees?
Read MoreIf You’ve Never Experienced A Hubbell eTour, Now’s The Time!
eTours, or electronic journeys, are educational tools which can help you analyze, design and implement the Hubbell products you need. Not only can eTours help you to better understand the context in which a product is used, they can show you some innovative applications.
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