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WHAT IS AN AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCH? An Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) is a means of transferring power between a primary electrical power source and an alternative source, such as a generator, in the case of power failure. Automatic Transfer Switches are critical for the smooth, consistent operation of facilities like hospitals and factories that requireRead More ›

IN FUNDAMENTAL DESIGN, TRANSFORMERS ARE RATHER SIMPLE DEVICES. Two coils of wire are wound together on an iron core. These are referred to as “windings”. One is connected to a power source and designated the “primary”. The other provides power to a load and is called the “secondary”. Energy transfer occurs via magnetic induction andRead More ›

IN ANY MINING OPERATION, the facility’s infrastructure relies heavily on electric power. However, mining’s harsh conditions, non-linear loads, extensive use of long cables for mobile equipment, complex grounding, and the adoption of ever larger machinery with higher power requirements all challenge the reliability of the power mines depend on to keep operations running 24/7, 365Read More ›

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. AwardedRead More ›

WE STARTED IN 1966 based on more than just making a fair profit. SP Products Inc’s philosophy and dedication to making valid contributions to the industry began with “Econo-Whips”. It was a first prefab concept of organizing a project, streamlining and minimizing errors on the field. No-center stop coupling and prefabricated assemblies followed as aRead More ›

OPERATING AS THE LONGEST RUNNING residential and business conservation program in the country, Seattle City Light continues to invest in energy efficiency. Seattle City Light is a community-owned, not-for-profit utility that provides carbon-neutral electricity that is generated primarily from carbon-free hydropower. Its focus is on providing affordable, reliable, and environmentally responsible energy services every dayRead More ›

ACCORDING TO U.S. BUREAU OF LABOR STATISTICS, the demand for electricians is expected to grow by 7% from 2021 to 2030.1 At the same time, however, labor shortages continue to be a challenge for the electrical industry. The COVID-19 pandemic greatly agitated this issue, with many experienced electricians deciding not to return to the workplaceRead More ›

INDUSTRIAL-GRADE LED LIGHTING LUMINAIRES are exposed to some of the toughest environments on earth — from the deserts of Saudi Arabia to offshore platforms, to the North Slope of Alaska. Many of these environments are hazardous, and dependable lighting is essential to keeping workers safe. Reliable LED lighting is key to improving operational efficiency andRead More ›

RICARDO GIRALDO, OWNER OF RGN CONSTRUCTION, MARIETTA, GA, took on the challenge of completely rebuilding a large home in nearby Smyrna, GA. The plan was to take the structure from a new foundation to a showcase home that would stand out among the beautiful properties in the area. The complete rebuild would have two floors,Read More ›

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. AwardedRead More ›

GOAL:To install lighting in a newly constructed 10,000-square-foot floral cooler space owned by K&M Holdings, LLC in Doral, FL that can reliably operate in the setting’s demanding 40-degree environment while delivering high-quality, energy-efficient, long-lasting, and low-maintenance illumination. PRODUCTS INSTALLED:70 SYLVANIA UltraLED Dual Selectable Wide Body Vapor Tight Fixtures from LEDVANCE BENEFITS: The Situation Valued atRead More ›

FUNDAMENTAL TO LIFE, clean water is perhaps the most important natural resource on the planet. Unfortunately, with the increasing recurrence of droughts, poor management of resources, and climate change, a scarcity of clean water is reaching crisis status. Four billion people — almost two-thirds of the world’s population — experience severe water shortages for atRead More ›