Focus on Hydrogen Safety Aligns with Growing Economy

Credit to Author: Constantine Lau| Date: Tue, 08 Aug 2023 14:00:00 +0000

Hydrogen is projected to be a major source of clean energy that would be an integral part of energies and chemicals companies’ net-zero strategy, increasing the need for hydrogen safety processes, systems, and best practices. Hydrogen is a transportable energy carrier and has high energy…

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There’s a big change to NFPA 70B: How does it impact your facility maintenance?

Credit to Author: Jerome Soltani| Date: Wed, 28 Jun 2023 14:04:35 +0000

For 50 years, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA®) 70B has been the de facto practice for electrical maintenance in the U.S., extending into Canada, Latin America, and beyond. As of January 2023, this once-recommended practice is now an enforceable standard. This blog discusses the…

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What’s a Growing Opportunity for Electricians? The Market for Spa Pack Installations in New Pools, Hot Tubs and Spas Is Hot!

Credit to Author: Guest Blogger| Date: Wed, 10 May 2023 17:05:00 +0000

Spring is when homeowners turn their attention — and budget — to outdoor improvements and home renovations. Recently, Statistics Canada reported that the number of permits for residential swimming pools issued in 2021 increased by a whopping 293% year over year. There’s greater interest in…

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How audits help improve safety and electrical system performance

Credit to Author: Philippe Arsonneau| Date: Tue, 04 Apr 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Electricity is unique. It is the only mission-critical commodity that business depends on every second of every day, yet it can be the biggest obstacle to success. Any power failure can mean a significant safety issue or a costly operational disruption. Power-related disruptions in Europe…

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Consulting services – understanding the past, safeguarding the present, ensuring future-readiness

Credit to Author: Patrick Boittet| Date: Thu, 30 Mar 2023 12:00:00 +0000

It’s hard to believe, but about 10,000 people retire daily in the U.S. alone. In the western world, the number of retired workers will outnumber those under the age of 18 by 2035. These numbers and the resulting skill gaps are a major concern for…

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2023 National Electric Code Changes for Surge Protection

Credit to Author: Keith Willey| Date: Mon, 27 Mar 2023 15:24:45 +0000

The National Electrical Code (NEC®) is published by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA®). The NEC is a set of standards meant to ensure the safe installation of electrical equipment in the U.S. The NEC was first published in 1897 and is revised every three…

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Safety matters – home and away

Credit to Author: Denis Marant| Date: Mon, 30 Jan 2023 14:29:04 +0000

In today’s world, power is everywhere, and electrical equipment can be found wherever we work, live, or play. While this means we have access to electricity almost anytime, anywhere, it also implicitly means the increasing use of our everyday equipment and appliances may potentially lead to…

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Reducing arc flash risk: Benefits that go beyond the obvious

Credit to Author: Shree Sathe| Date: Fri, 18 Nov 2022 10:00:06 +0000

In our previous blog on arc flash mitigation, we discussed the mechanics of an arc flash and why it is important to reduce the risk of these dangerous, destructive incidents…. Read more »

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