ElectricSmarts Newsletter
September 23, 2021
Putting a Crimp in Your Style – Part One
Steve Maurer, IME
Honestly, I can't think of anything that bothers me more than stray hairs. Now, I'm not talking about the hairs on my head. (In fact, the older I get, the less I have to worry about those, if you know what I mean.)
Ratings Matter When Specifying Fiber Optic Cable
Chuck Ross
Fiber optic technology has become standard where high bandwidth capacity is required – data centers being a prime example of such applications. Like other cabling products, fiber optic cables all can look pretty similar from the outside. However, just as electrical cabling comes in different varieties to meet every application’s specific safety requirements, so, too, do fiber optic offerings.
Putting a Crimp in Your Style – Part Two
Steve Maurer, IME
In a previous article, we looked at some of the manually operated hand tools for crimping terminals and splices. Some of them would crimp sizes up to #2 AWG. Not bad.

But when you get into the heavier electrical work, such as building transformers and other more industrial type work, a hand tool may not cut it … excuse me … crimp it.
One-piece TECK Connectors from Atkore Offer IP65-rated Protection
Atkore
Atkore has expanded its one-piece TECK cable connectors to provide maximum protection in a wide range of indoor and outdoor applications. Available in two new versions to meet application demands, both the Calbrite Stainless Steel and Calbond PVC Coated aluminum TECK cable connectors deliver reliable and rugged performance in harsh environments.
In the Spotlight
This Issue's Smart eCat Features: Engineered Products Company (EPCO)
EPCO has supported the electrical industry since 1976 by supplying a broad range of standard and unique consumables for commercial, industrial, residential, and agricultural buildings.

EPCO specializes in fixture whips, power whips, distribution cable assemblies, specialty lighting, ground bonding, and wire harness assemblies. They can provide complete customization and fabrication services built with individual specifications to meet your application requirements.
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BURNDY CSUDO Medium Voltage Cold Shrink Series
To be used with single core XLPE and EPR jacketed or bare concentric neutral underground distribution cables for the Electric Utility and Renewables market. Quick and easy installation. Offering fewest number of steps to install.
Getting Started with the ARISTA Advanced Lighting Control System
Harness the power of the ARISTA™ Advanced Lighting Control System using the ARISTA smartphone app. In this video tutorial, we’ll walk through the basics of account creation, designating controls within specific Projects, Areas, and Zones, creating ON/OFF events, adjusting system settings, and more!
GR-Magic Cable Tray Solution
Cable tray installation has just gotten Faster, Stronger and Easier, with GR-Magic. Chalfant's self-connecting wire mesh cable tray solution. GR-Magic cable tray is a patented self-connecting wire mesh tray solution. The innovative, self connecting "magic" ends allow installers to connect tray lengths in a single snap. The secure connection is UL classified and tested to be a strong secure joint.
Eureka Launches Berri Architectural Luminaire
Meyda Lighting introduces Prime Lanesboro Chandel-Air Custom Fan Integrated Lighting Fixture
Emerson LED Emergency Exit Lighting Helps Manufacturing Plants Offer Safer Workspaces
Klein Tools® Introduces New Data Plugs for Easy Installation with Less Waste
2nd Ave Lighting unveils 72” Wide Sergeant Pendant
Synapse Wireless Expands SimplySnap Holistic Energy Management Platform with Energy Insights
Antimicrobial Surge Protectors Support Safer, Cleaner and Healthier Homes and Businesses
Alloy LED Adds Two Flexible Radialux™ Neon Color-Changing Tape Lights
 
 
 
 
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