ElectricSmarts Newsletter
March 09, 2023
Lighting Up Your Options for Emergency Exit Fixtures
Chuck Ross
Emergency exit lights might seem to be a bit of a commodity – after all, standardization is built into their design through a range of building code regulations at federal, state and local levels. However, contractors do need to pay attention to the color of these lights when evaluating options.
Temporary Commercial Power Distribution
Steve Maurer, IME
When working as an electrician in a processing plant, I was often called in to work on renovations, new area construction, and emergency repair scenarios. Often there wasn’t permanent power available, so temporary power using extension cords was necessary to power up tools and equipment for the job.
Wax or Polymer – Understanding the Options with Cable Lubricants
Chuck Ross
Wire and cable pulling can be strenuous work, especially when distances stretch several floors or more. Lubricants are an important part of this process – they help reduce friction between cables and conduit, which, in turn, reduces the risk of damage, wear and tear on cable insulators.
In the Spotlight
This Issue's Smart eCat Features: Light Efficient Design / RemPhos / Solera / breezeEV
Leading Through Innovation

LED was built upon the strident effort to lead the industry with innovative screw-in LED retrofit manufacturing. Company values include distributor and ESCO relationship loyalty, product quality and innovation. Light Efficient Design is renowned for service excellence.
Open eCatalog Library
Paddy walked into a bar on St. Patrick’s Day and started ordering martini after martini.He removed the olives and put them in a jar with each drink.When the jar was filled with olives, and he’d finished all the drinks, Paddy started to leave.

As he did so, a curious customer asked him, “Excuse me, but what was that all about?”

“Nothing really,” replied Paddy, “My wife just sent me out for a jar of olives.”
Watch – Keep Me Current Videos
breezEV Electric Vehicle Charging P48 User Experience
Mike Emery - Director of EV Charging, shows how easy it is to use Light Efficient Design's Pro 48 Electric Vehicle Charger.
Introducing Our New CDS Series of Non-Metallic, Curved-Top Switches
Our new CDS Series is the industry’s first non-metallic, curved-top disconnect switch. This clean, innovative design features a curved profile to eliminate standing water and minimize contaminant buildup in food processing and other cleanroom operating environments.
Triple Coat Finish | The Emerson Advantage
To determine the most effective form of protection against corrosion, Emerson turned to a nationally recognized 3rd party testing laboratory to run a salt fog chamber test on their Appleton iron conduit bodies and two top competitors.
Molex Releases Miniaturization Report, Highlighting Expert Insights and Innovations in Product Design Engineering and Leading-Edge Connectivity
New ABB Relay Retrofit Program to modernize protection and control system
Eureka Introduces New Luminaires to Tangram Family
Werner Announces the Multi-Purpose Pro Scaffold with Built-In Plans Table for Increased Jobsite Productivity and Performance
nLight Debuts New Adaptive Phase Control Dimmer and rPOD Micro Wireless, Battery-Powered Wall Switches at LEDucation
New Wide Range Transmission Grip from Klein Tools® Provides One-Handed Grip Action for Linemen
 
 
 
 
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