Look, Ma, No Wires – and a New Business Opportunity; How Manufacturers are Bringing Basic Breaker Boxes into the Digital Age; Structured Media Centers for Wireless Networks; The Buzz and more

April 20, 2023

Look, Ma, No Wires – and a New Business Opportunity

Chuck Ross

Lighting without wires – that’s the promise solar-powered security lighting offers homeowners. If you’re an electrical contractor, you might see that lack of wires as a threat to your installation business – after all, if there aren’t any wires, why would customers turn to you for help?

Structured Media Centers for Wireless Networks

Steve Maurer, IME

As an expert contractor, you know that homeowners are always seeking the latest and greatest in home entertainment technology. One solution that has been gaining popularity in recent years is the structured media center for wireless networks.

How Manufacturers are Bringing Basic Breaker Boxes into the Digital Age

Chuck Ross

Three years ago, I decided to finally bring my home into the modern age, in terms of its electrical distribution system. Gone was the 50-plus-year-old, 60-amp fuse box (yes, I said “fuse box”), along with the similarly low-capacity line from the pole to the house. In their place, a new 200-amp service line and breaker panel.

In the Spotlight

This Issue's Smart eCat Features: Electri-Flex All Products Catalog

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Freeze Protection Solutions for Water & Wastewater Treatment Facilities - Nelson Heat Trace

Snow, ice, and freezing rain can easily create obstacles that will prevent a plant from running at peak performance.

Lutron Vive – Extron Integration for Lighting and AV Controls

Lutron Announces Integration of its Vive Wireless Lighting Control Solution with Extron touch panels for Simple, Responsive Control, and an Enhanced Smart-Building Solution. This collaboration brings simple, web-based API integration of its Vive Wireless lighting control to today’s smart-building projects. Visit Extron.com/Lutron for more information.

Control the Power in Your Kingdoms with Intermatic Lighting & Energy Controls

In the quest for energy efficiency and performance, there’s only one brand to turn to -Intermatic. Our battalion of lighting control and HVAC/R solutions is designed to improve occupant comfort, reduce maintenance costs and deliver lasting value in a variety of applications, ranging from fast food restaurants and schools to retail stores and municipal spaces.

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To Twist or Not to Twist

Panduit Receives 2023 Occupational Health and Safety IH Award for VeriSafe 2.0 Absence of Voltage Tester

New Cree Lighting Area and Flood Portfolio Delivers Unmatched Performance, Control and Comfort

Luminis Launches Inline Family of Exterior Luminaires

Good for the planet and wallets: Signify introduces Philips Ultra Efficient LED bulbs, delivering 3x the lifetime usage with 40% less energy when compared to standard bulbs

Werner Introduces New R3 Concrete Anchor for Professional Users of Fall Protection

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