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Recognized as the standard for reliable power connections in harsh industrial and corrosive environments, the Appleton™ 200 Amp Powertite™ Series pin and sleeve plugs, receptacles and connectors by Emerson have been upgraded, making for faster, easier wiring, along with greater environmental protection and improved safety.

Some facilities are changing their requirements for motor and appliance installations. This could be due to OSHA Lock-out and Tag-out requirements or NFPA 70E. The change is toward using pin and sleeve devices instead of having a hard-wired installation.

Safety requirements often have the maintenance person checking for the absence of voltage before touching. The rules are quite specific and are enforced by OSHA.