Transformers are used in industrial and manufacturing settings as a way to control the electricity infrastructure within a facility. They are used to step up and power down different voltages of electricity to equipment throughout. The longevity of transformers comes down the environment in which they are ran and the amount of usage received. A…
Read more February 5, 2019(Norma Vally) Seasonal demands on power, such as the addition of space heaters, can overload electrical circuits. By Norma Vally Home Matters January 30, 2019 – 4:09 pm Lower temperatures this time of year have increased people’s use of space heaters. These units, while small in size, pull more energy than expected, especially in…
Read more January 9, 2019Just as molded case circuit breakers, MCCB, air circuit breakers, ACB, is device that is in place to provide protection from an electrical surge or short-circuit. The main difference is the amps they protect; ACB can withstand higher short circuit currents and mechanical stress because of the arc extinguisher element then MCCB can. There are…
Read more January 3, 2019AI moves into your wall power outlet. Currant the Currant Smart Wall Outlet ahead of CES 2019. It will be the first AI-powered in-wall smart outlet that analyzes power usage and creates personalized, easy-to-implement suggestions for consumers, contractors, business owners, and real estate managers to automatically power off devices and appliances, cutting excess electricity usage…
Read more November 20, 2018Understanding the importance of a short circuit protection and coordination study and an arc flash hazard assessment. A typical power distribution system for a large facility or campus is comprised of multiple distribution voltages and corresponding equipment. An incoming electrical service is provided by the local utility, which may consist of one or more utility…
Read more November 9, 2018There are several common myths surrounding the use of reconditioned electrical equipment and components. Is it really true that with the purchase of refurbished manufacturing equipment and parts can truly save companies time and money while also meeting environment goals? It is our goal in this installment to debunk several myths that surround the use…
Read more November 6, 2018Sponsored by Digi-Key and Phoenix Contact: Industrial power supplies that incorporate features such as SFB circuit breakers provide a better level of protection and overall reliability. In the last decade or so, significant advances have been made in the design of industrial power supplies and dc-dc converters, from the materials and device levels to size…
Read more August 8, 2018When it comes to power transformer replacement, a few tips can ensure a quick return to service while also reducing future costs and downtime. When power transformers fail, the effects on plant operations can be debilitating. The production gets interrupted; everything grinds to a halt, and the effects on the bottom line can be immediate…
Read more June 19, 2018A team of MIT engineers has developed a “smart power outlet” in the form of a device that can analyze electrical current usage from a single or multiple outlets. Image: Christine Daniloff, MI Design can “learn” to identify plugged-in appliances, distinguish dangerous electrical spikes from benign ones. Have you ever plugged in a vacuum cleaner,…
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