Why the increased need for surge protection?
Read moreSurge 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.
How much time and money can push-in contactors save you?
Read morePanel 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
Read moreSome 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.
Choose the right combination motor controller type for your next panel
Read moreCombination Motor Controller (CMC) provide the four essential elements of motor branch circuit protection and control. Panel builders should understand the benefits and drawbacks of the five most popular CMC types.
Three ways the right panel components can reduce stress in food and beverage facilities
Read moreMost panel components are sourced based on electrical or functional specs, and then cost. But there are other factors to consider. Learn about three surprising benefits panel builders can realize by making smart component selections for food and beverage facilities.
Boost the reliability of your backup-power control system
Read moreFacility managers with backup-power systems are like skydivers; they can’t know if the backup actually works until they need it. Using smart devices in power-control-system panels greatly increases backup-power system reliability.
3 things to think about when selecting an automatic transfer switch
Read moreThe automatic transfer switch has moved from a relatively mundane role in power distribution and control systems to being a major player. Read about three traits to consider to ensure you select the right ATS for your application.
Could you get into the UL 845 motor control center panel market?
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Rebecca Stamps, Product Marketing Manager LV & MV Motor Control, ABB
Read moreProviding UL 845 motor control centers represents a step up the value chain for UL 508A panel shops. But that step up into a new and potentially profitable market requires a smaller step than you might think.
Streamlining panel design equals higher SCCR
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Sean Ghoddoucy, Segment Manager, National Alliance Accounts, ABB
Daniel Lightsey, ABB Ability(TM), Smart Power
Read morePanels with higher AIC / SCCR ratings provide superior safety, helping protect employees and equipment while avoiding production losses and scrap. OEM machine builders and panel builders can pursue several paths to achieve those higher ratings.
Digital tools for finding and buying panel components
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Molly Hannigan
OEM Sales Manager
ABB Electrification Business
Read moreThe pandemic greatly increased the use by manufacturers and distributors of digital and online tools to stay in touch with customers. Panel builders are using these digital tools for finding and buying panel components needed to keep production on track.
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