New battery tester from Megger tests lead acid batteries, NiCD batteries and lithium-ion batteries to 200Vdc

Megger now offers a battery tester that can assess lead acid batteries, NiCD batteries, and lithium-ion batteries up to 200Vdc. The BITE5 is ideal for use in transmission and distribution substations, solar, UPS maintenance, telecom and data center applications. Test and measurement This new handheld tester can measure and record AC voltage up to 600Read More

Emergency Management Lighting Options for Hurricane Season

A few lighting options from Streamlight that can assist first responders, utility workers and other emergency personnel during search and rescue operations, power outages and other emergency situations. They include: Waypoint 300: Rechargeable, pistol-grip light perfect for “search and rescue” during hurricanes and heavy rains. Waterproof and even floats if dropped in water. Far-reaching beamRead More

iTOOLco – Changing the way you work

iTOOLco IS A UNIQUE research and development company that has led the electrical tool industry with their groundbreaking designs since 2001. iTOOLco’s inventors & Co-Founders David & Michael Jordan have developed and patented countless innovative products, pushing the envelope of what can be done to improve the lives of electricians and distribution partners alike. iTOOLcoRead More

DMF Lighting Introduces Modular Residential Downlighting Solution

DMF Lighting, a leading designer and manufacturer of premium modular LED downlighting systems, today announced the introduction of the H Series, a high-performing recessed downlighting, whole-home solution. Combining an award-winning modular design — featuring a single, compact, field-adjustable LED light module — with reliable performance, the ENERGY STAR® Certified LED downlights offer field-selectable lumens, NaturalRead More

Nelson Microprocessor-based Digital Controllers Monitor Process Temperatures for Improved Safety, Energy Efficiency and Cost Savings

Emerson is offering a low-cost upgrade for electrical heat tracing systems with its Nelson AXPC100-CM-GP and CM-GP microprocessor-based digital controllers that are engineered to accurately control, monitor and maintain the process temperatures of industrial pipes or tanks in ordinary (non-hazardous) locations. Ideal for replacing aging electro-mechanical thermostats, the controllers achieve cost savings by eliminating theRead More

LAPP Introduces UL AWM-Certified Single-Core OLFLEX® Cables for Extreme Temperatures

LAPP’s OLFLEX® HEAT 260 SC heat-resistant single-core industrial cable now carries UL AWM certification/cRU AWM I A/B. Ideal for applications subject to extreme temperatures, the OLFLEX® HEAT 260 SC cable features polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) insulation to provide exceptional resistance to acids, alkalis, solvents, oils, other chemicals and UV exposure. This rugged construction allows OLFLEX® HEAT 260Read More