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Overview of 3 Commonly Used Protection Methods in Hazardous Locations

If you work in hazardous locations and conditions, you would understand the need to promote safety and ensure that the risk of explosions is reduced. It is crucial that you eliminate one or more component of the ignition triangle to minimize the chances of an explosion. The 3 protection methods listed below are widely used [...]

How and Where are Cables and Conduits Used?

Cables and conduits are integral parts of an electrical system. Electrical cables are used for transmitting power, while the electrical conduits help in promoting safety by keeping a bunch of cables safe together. Let us learn more about them. Cables Different types of cables are used for different purposes. They are present in almost every [...]

Arc Flash: Causes, Prevention, and Safety Measures

What is an Arc Flash? An Arc Flash is created by the light and healing of an arc fault. It is also known as electric flash. It’s a movement of electric discharge. This light and heat are created due to low impedance connections in the electrical system, it allows the movement of unwanted electric discharge [...]

7 Things About Buying Electrical Surplus at Auctions

Buying different electrical connectors and wires required for constructing a building is one of the biggest headaches for a contractor as well as a home or business owner. The prices for electrical goods have increased in the recent years. This is one of the reasons for real estate costs touching the sky. While the rising [...]

8 Advantages of Buying Used Electrical Equipment from Electrical Liquidators

Electrical liquidators are those who deal in the liquidation of different types of electrical goods. Being experts in this field, they are able to advise contractors and homeowners with respect to the purchase and resale of electrical equipment. Despite their popularity, there are still very few electrical liquidators in the market. Moreover, people are wary [...]

6 Things to Keep in Mind to Become an Electrical Distributor

The most common definition of a distributor is a mediator or a supplier between a manufacturer and a retailer. Though this doesn’t sound as complicated or complex, the job of a distributor does not involve only supplying and can include consultation as well. There are different types of distributors functioning in the market and one [...]

Understanding Why Your Circuit Breaker Keeps Tripping

If you've got a circuit breaker that just won't stay on, you may be dealing with a frustrating and potentially worrisome situation. Circuit breakers play a crucial role in your home's electrical safety, and a constantly tripping one signals  a problem that needs attention. This blog is here to help you with the common causes [...]

Updating Your Electrical System – How, When and Why

When was the last time you checked up on the condition of your electrical system? If it has been a while, then now is the right time to inspect it. Don’t just assume that different elements of your electrical system such as the electric cables and explosion proof enclosures are working fine as they have [...]

Importance of Teaching Electrical Safety to your Kids

Electricity is an important part of every household. At the same time, it is a very dangerous commodity to handle. You must observe safety every time you handle an electric device, electric cable or anything related to electricity. It is extremely important that you impart the same knowledge to your kids so that they learn [...]

Why Should You Ground Your Electrical System Without Fail

Do you have lots of electrical devices at home? Are they protected against damage? We are not talking about physical damage that is caused by dropping or breaking them accidentally but rather of electrical damage. When there are instances of electrical overload, power surges or even extreme weather conditions such as lightening, etc., your electrical [...]

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