Electricians are hired for their expertise in installation. Yet only about one-third of the time spent on a traditional electrical installation jobsite is spent installing product. In fact, according to Southwire, as much as 40% of the time on the job is spent handling materials and getting things in place to do the work. Southwire’s […]
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Is your facility’s security system making it easier or more difficult for you to keep your people and your property safe? As technology has evolved to make our workplaces more secure, it’s come with new responsibilities for IT teams. But staffing hasn’t always expanded at the same rate, leaving many facilities’ IT teams feeling stretched […]
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What could you do with 80% more time? Twist-Lock Edge spring termination locking receptacles are one of the latest electrical innovations from Hubbell. For roughly 70 years, screw termination has been the standard method in receptacle installation. You probably haven’t run a stopwatch on that process. But the experts who have report on average, a […]
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With more than 75 years of industrial enclosure expertise, nVent HOFFMAN has paved the way as a leading manufacturer of systems designed to safely and reliably protect electronic controls and mission-critical electrical systems. And they’ve done it again with the new Universal Free-Stand enclosure product line. nVent HOFFMAN Universal Free-Stand Enclosure Benefits nVent HOFFMAN’s Universal […]
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As the operating climate for electrical contractors has become more competitive, many in the industry are looking for new avenues to win bids and maximize profitability. With wire, cable, and conduit installation accounting for roughly 40% of all the material and labor budget on a typical project, any efficiencies that can be gained go a […]
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Nearly everything that’s been invented, built, or written exists because of human hands. When you consider how important hands are, on both an individual and societal scale, keeping them protected is a paramount concern. Hand protection, specifically through the use of gloves, is critical in today’s manufacturing world. It can be a cost-effective way to […]
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Lighting professionals have always played a role in workplace safety. But thanks to new advances in UV technology, lighting experts will soon have an opportunity to make the world a safer place to live and work. With the right technology and application, UV disinfection can target a broad range of pathogens, including both bacteria and […]
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The ground rumbles and you feel a sudden jolt. You brace yourself for a second, hoping it isn’t what you fear. The floor beneath you and the rest of the building begin to shake violently. You struggle to maintain your footing. Less than 30 seconds later… it’s over. You’re thankful to be safe, and the […]
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In 2011, President Barack Obama signed into law the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), giving the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) broad powers to regulate how food is grown, harvested, and processed. The FSMA enables the FDA to strengthen the food safety system by focusing more on preventing problems than reacting to them after they […]
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When it comes time to choose your LED lighting, there are more options on the market now than ever before. Each manufacturer boasts the best product, but how can you tell which one is right for your application? Lumens per watt (LPW) is often how LED options are compared, but there are many other key performance […]
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