ELECTRI-FLEX COMPANY, Roselle, IL, proudly announces the retirement of Ron Pelka, Plant Manager, and a dedicated manufacturing team member of 47 years. Throughout his career, Ron played an essential role in maintaining the smooth and efficient operation of the manufacturing plant, upholding the high standards of quality that Liquatite® has become known for in theRead More ›
Year: 2024
Hy-Brid Lifts Hires New VP of Sales and Marketing to Spearhead North American Sales Team, Bolster Customer Support
Hy-Brid Lifts, a leading manufacturer of aerial lift equipment, has appointed David Porter as its new vice president of sales and marketing. In this role, David will oversee the North American sales team and focus on identifying opportunities for growth and product development. He will play a key role in fostering customer relationships and advancingRead More ›
Appleton PlexPower™ Disconnect Switches Simplify Installation and Reduce Downtime in Hazardous Locations
Appleton PlexPower disconnect switches eliminate the need for external conduit or cable sealing, helping facility managers simplify and lower the installation cost of electrical infrastructure in Class I, Division 2 and Class I, Zone 1 hazardous locations. A stainless-steel housing reduces field maintenance downtime because, unlike conventional heavy cast enclosures, there are no bolts toRead More ›
Arrow Hart Slim Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter (AFCI) Receptacles
The National Fire Protection Agency’s (NFPA) designates October as Fire Prevention Month, which educates consumers about the risk of home fires and ways to minimize them. Accordingly, Eaton’s Wiring Devices has announced the expansion of its family of slim protection devices to now include AFCI (Arc Fault Circuit Interrupting) receptacles. Designed to recognize dangerous arcsRead More ›
Cementex Introduces Double-Insulated Square Drive Ratchet T-Handle Wrenches
Cementex, the safety tool specialists, introduces the new Square Drive Ratchet T-Handle Wrenches. With Cementex’s trademark double-insulation, the product provides market-leading user safety, precision, and efficiency, empowering electrical and mechanical professionals with top-notch performance to tackle the most complex and challenging projects. Designed as an addition to your socket set, this innovative new product enablesRead More ›
Newly Redesigned SCEPTER® Service Entrance Fittings Provide Easy Electrical Conduit Installation
IPEX by Alliaxis, a leading manufacturer of thermoplastic piping systems, now offers a newly redesigned line of Scepter® Service Entrance Fittings for nonmetallic electrical conduit sizes 21⁄2 inches to 4 inches. Made of rigid PVC, the fittings feature a new compact design with a snap-in assembly. Unlike the previous heavy and bulky fittings, the newlyRead More ›
Milwaukee® Introduces Women’s Workwear, Redefining Expectations of Durability and Comfort for Women in the Trades
Building on their workwear collections announced in 2023, Milwaukee enhances their workwear portfolio to include women’s jobsite apparel. This new expansion combines the performance and comfort tradeswomen need on the job in an optimally tailored fit. Committed to supporting the impact of women in the trades, Milwaukee is redefining women’s apparel offering jobsite built, toRead More ›
Russelectric, A Siemens Business, Highlights System Control Upgrades for Critical Power Equipment
Russelectric, A Siemens Business, a leading manufacturer of power control systems and automatic transfer switches, highlights its system control upgrades for critical power equipment for enhanced reliability, operational control, and ease-of-maintenance. These upgrades are a cost-effective alternative to equipment replacement. By upgrading, customers can experience improved performance and capabilities, updated systems with the latest technology,Read More ›
MaxLite LS3 Series Linear Strip
The new generation of LS Series Linear Strips (LS3 Series) features field-selectable wattages, CCTs and field-installable controls. Offered in three sizes (2’, 4’ and 8’), with each providing nine combinations of color temperatures and wattages, as well as, optional c-Max controls, one product can replace 27 different SKUs for stocking distributors! For more information, visitRead More ›
Hammond Power Solutions Launches New Smart Transformers for Predictive Energy Management
Hammond Power Solutions (HPS), a leader in dry-type transformers and power quality solutions, proudly announces the launch of HPS Smart Transformers, now available for medium and low voltage transformers. This advanced solution integrates IIoT-enabled power monitors to provide critical data insights, empowering users to proactively analyze and address potential issues before they lead to costlyRead More ›
The Essential PPE Checklist for Electrical Workers: What You Need to Know
AMONG THE MOST AT-RISK WORKERS in our service industries are those who work with electricity. The Electrical Safety Foundation reports 1322 fatalities between 2011 and 2022 with 3% of these deaths directly due to inadequate PPE. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) list the main hazards that electrical workers face as including “contact withRead More ›
LED Upgrade at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre
The Setting Located in the heart of Canada’s largest city, the Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC) is a renowned destination and premier choice for event planners worldwide. Since first opening in 1984, more than 22,000 events have been held within the MTCC’s 442,000 square feet of exhibit space, 77 meeting rooms, multi-purpose ballrooms, and state-of-the-artRead More ›