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Renewable energy storage = Big opportunities for OEMs and panel builders

August 26, 2021/in Energy Storage, Panel Builders, Renewable Energy /by Victoria Anders

The bread-and-butter business for panel builders and OEMs has been safely delivering and controlling electric power. Today, storing that energy represents a new and growing opportunity. How big is the potential and what systems are involved?

What you need to know about miniature circuit breaker trip curves

July 27, 2021/in Circuit Breakers /by Victoria Anders

One of the critical criteria when selecting miniature circuit breakers is their trip curve. Awareness of these curves will help you select the right breakers for your applications, and diagnose potential nuisance tripping issues.

UL duel: UL 98 or UL 508 for disconnect switches?

June 22, 2021/in Panel Builders, Project cost reduction, Reliability /by Victoria Anders

Choosing panel components often comes down to “What’s the lowest-cost device that meets all application requirements?” Some OEMs and panel builders answer incorrectly without a good understanding of the differences between UL 98 and UL 508.

3 ways to help make your control panels more competitive

May 26, 2021/in Panel Builders, Project cost reduction /by Liz Smith

When selecting panel components, OEMs can boost their competitive position by looking beyond price at three other factors that can elevate the quality, reliability, functionality, and price-competitiveness of your panels.

Deliver innovation using these control panel builder resources

April 28, 2021/in Panel Builders /by Victoria Anders

Industrial manufacturers have been expanding their online, self-service resources available to customers. This curated guide contains innovative digital resources that are helping panel builders and OEMs simplify panel design and optimize component selection.

Why the increased need for surge protection?

March 29, 2021/in Critical Power, Energy efficiency, Panel Builders /by Victoria Anders

Surge protection devices are evolving from being “accessories” toward “necessities.” Learn why more OEMs and panel builders are making the smart move to include these devices in their designs.

Selecting the right motor starter option

February 25, 2021/in Motor Starters and Contactors /by Victoria Anders

Of the various motor starter options, which is the best fit for your application? This article introduces the benefits and tradeoffs of the three main starter types: across-the-line starters, softstarters, and variable frequency drives.

How much time and money can push-in contactors save you?

January 27, 2021/in Panel Builders, Reliability /by Victoria Anders

Panel builders are always looking for ways to speed production, reduce costs, and improve panel reliability. Devices equipped with push-in connectors check all three of those boxes. Use this simple tool to calculate your potential savings.

Smarter breakers enable higher-performing panels

December 17, 2020/in Circuit Breakers, Panel Builders /by Victoria Anders

Some panel builders are content to offer traditional, serviceable designs. Others position themselves as higher-value providers, offering panels with more functions and performance. They often achieve that by relying on smarter breakers.

Repair or replace your switchgear lineup: Four things to consider

November 19, 2020/in Power Distribution Equipment, Reliability, Switchgear /by Victoria Anders

Repair or replace? It’s a question repeatedly faced by plant engineers and maintenance managers. For power distribution equipment, there are four important considerations when making that decision.

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