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Counterfeiting Kills

Each year, the counterfeiting of well-known brands and products continues to rise, creating an even more threatening problem. Such well-known counterfeited brands, including consumer safety and critical electrical products, are estimated to be five to seven percent of world trade. The International Anti-Counterfeiting Coalition (IACC) estimates that the counterfeiting of distinguished brands costs industries $600 billion each year worldwide and may result in as many as 750,000 lost jobs every year in the United States.

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2024 CE Code Training - Better Understanding of the Rules

CE Code training is intended to do a lot more than instruct about what changes have taken place since the last time Canada issued a national electrical code. We are producing a series of courses across Canada by one of Canada’s leading experts on the 2024 Edition of Canada’s Electrical...


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Arc Flash Hazards: Understanding the Risks and Implementing Protective Measures

Overcurrent faults, including short circuits, pose a significant threat within electrical systems. Beyond equipment damage and system outages, these faults can also lead to a dangerous phenomenon known as an arc flash. Arc flashes are intense electrical discharges that generate extremely high temperatures and a powerful pressure wave. This article explores the dangers of arc flash events, highlights the importance of arc flash hazard analysis, and discusses various protective measures to minimize the risk of injury.

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Understanding Arc Flash Hazards

Arc flash is a type of electrical explosion that results from a short circuit through the air. It releases intense, rapid bursts of energy that can cause fires, explosions, and emit harmful levels of heat, light, and pressure.

Causes of Arc Flash

Common causes include accidental contact with electrical systems, equipment failure, poor maintenance, or an environment conducive to electrical discharge, highlighting the...

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Monitoring Circuit Breakers

Monitoring circuit breakers: Reviewing current testing methodologies BY FINLEY LEDBETTER, Group CBS Circuit breakers, from low-voltage molded case to high-voltage SF6 (sulfur hexafluoride) circuit breakers, all connect and isolate electrical loads from downstream machinery. While some breakers are...

A Closer Look into the True Cost of Replacing Electrical Switchgear

During my switchgear modernization presentations all over the US, I am constantly reminded of the concerns customers face with their aging electrical infrastructure. For the most part, these center around safety, reliability and productivity: Replacements parts are very hard (or impossible) to...