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Electrification Charges Forward

June 1, 2023

ESFI and Wesco’s article, Electrification Charges Forward, was recently published on Environmental Protection’s website. Read the article here. Electrification Charges Forward By Brett Brenner, Nelson...

May 15, 2023

From 2017 to 2023, surge protective devices have undergone major changes in the requirements set by the National Electrical Code. These changes are designed to...

May 15, 2023

A recent survey by ESFI and NEMA found that power surges are responsible for over 1/3 of unplanned outages and downtime in facilities across the...

May 15, 2023

Power surges can happen anywhere. But 60 to 80% of them originate from equipment inside our buildings and facilities. Power surges can be caused by...

May 15, 2023

Surge protective devices are required for emergency systems and for areas of nursing homes and limited care facilities used exclusively as patients’ sleeping rooms. SPDs...

May 15, 2023

Power surges can happen anywhere. But 60 to 80% of them originate from equipment inside our buildings and facilities. These damaging surges are typically caused...

May 15, 2023

Power surges can happen anywhere. But 60 to 80% of them originate from equipment inside our buildings and facilities. However, external sources are also known...

May 15, 2023

Voltage surges can damage equipment and lead to unexpected downtime. While GFCIs, fuses and breakers, and consumer UPSs help meet your facility’s safety requirements, only...

April 27, 2023

Arc fault circuit interrupters, or AFCIs, are safety devices that protect your home against electrical fires caused by damaged wiring. You can damage wires in...

April 25, 2023

Charging your electric vehicle? Well, make sure you only use manufacturer-approved charging cables. Never use non-approved adapters. Non-approved adapters may seem like a quick fix,...

April 25, 2023

If you come across a downed power line, always assume the line is live and dangerous. Power lines can energize the ground up to 35...

April 25, 2023

Overloading your home’s electrical system can cause a fire. If your lights start to flicker or dim; smell burning, see discolored switches or feel warm...

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Electrification Charges Forward

Surge Protection Highlights – Video Short

Prevent Facility Downtime with Surge Protective Devices – Video Short

Magnetic and Inductive Coupling Surges – Video Short

Healthcare Surge Protection – Video Short

Common Surge Internal Causes – Video Short

Common Surge External Causes – Video Short

Benefits of Surge Protective Devices – Video Short

What is an AFCI – Video Short

Avoid Non Approved Electric Vehicle Adapters – Video Short

Downed Power Lines – Video Short

Electrical Warning Signs – Video Short

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