Entries by Liz Smith

Circuit breaker trip curves: A guide for panel builders

Circuit breaker trip curves define how a breaker responds to overload and short-circuit conditions. Learn the key IEC trip curve types — B, C, D, K, and Z — and how to select the right curve for your panel application.

5 industrial-scale energy optimization technologies for OEMs

The digital transformation of the industrial sector, accelerated by advancements in automation and artificial intelligence (AI), has driven up energy consumption worldwide. As commercial electricity rates inevitably rise alongside increasing demand, industrial consumers need innovative solutions to help them keep costs under control. Electrical OEMs are uniquely positioned to empower their industrial clients with advanced […]

High-voltage solar: From concept to reality 

High-voltage solar presents an emerging opportunity for electrical OEMs serving utilities and the industrial community. By supplying systems able to withstand the requirements of 2000 VDC (and higher) solar arrays, OEMs are paving the way for the sustainable, commercial viability of industrial and utility-grade solar.