King Innovation
Keeping Electrical Connections Dry in Wet and Damp Locations
Water and electricity don’t mix – that’s something we all learn at a
pretty early age. But still, there are times when even the wettest
locations require power. In applications from pool lighting to
irrigation systems and outdoor outlets, contractors are often called on
to make electrical connections that can remain watertight over years of
use.
Honeywell, Inc.
Smoke Detectors and Fire Alarms – Residential, Commercial, Industrial
All homes and workplaces need protection from fire. It’s part of
building codes everywhere. The type of system will vary depending on the
type of building, number of occupants, and intended use of the
structure.
Klein Tools, Inc.
Manufacturers Bringing Bright Ideas to New Flashlights
Flashlights used to be just, well, flashlights – handy tools for
bringing a little illumination to whatever task was at hand. They also
could be a little undependable in the old days. Battery strength was
always a question, especially if they hadn’t been used in a while.
GE Industrial Solutions by ABB
Lighting Automation Still Requires a Contactor
Lighting automation has bells and whistles, but a lighting contactor is
necessary to switch the actual lighting circuits. Properly selecting
lighting contactors can save installation and maintenance costs. What
are some of the important considerations in addition to the correct
voltage and current?
Lutron Electronics Co., Inc.
Simple Strategies to Reduce Energy
In new construction, sustainable building practices are becoming the
norm. But even in existing buildings, simple strategies can be
implemented quickly and easily to address inefficiencies, reduce energy
use, improve comfort, and enhance productivity in the space.
Legrand/Pass & Seymour
Less Work to Meet Safety Requirements
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.