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Understand 4 Types of Telescoping Strut Replacement

TELESCOPING STRUT REPLACEMENT: The nVent CADDY Telescoping Strut Replacement is an innovative alternative to using strut-based trapeze or support structures, and it accommodates standard strut-based fittings. This tool-free…

The Difference Between Lightning Protection and Surge Protection

Lightning is known to be the most significant source of surges—bolts have been recorded to have a million to a billion volts and between 10,000 to 200,000 amps….

October 2018

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What is Bend Radius and Why is it Important?

What is Bend Radius? During installation, cables are bent or flexed to accommodate various environmental conditions such as obstacles and elevation or directional changes. Minimum bend radius refers…

How Machine Learning Is Being Applied to Smart Power Outlets [Plus More From the Electrical Engineering Industry]

Electrical engineering and components of the industry’s technology are getting smarter everyday, but implementation and installation of that technology is still up to those in the field. In…

September 2018

News | Meet The Team | Tradeshows | Useful Links   News EC&M’s Product of the Year Platinum Award Goes to Angled Trough nVent’s HOFFMAN Angled Trough recently…

Four Ways Wire Rope is Better than Jack Chain

CHOOSING A SUPPORT SYSTEM: Wire rope support systems provide benefits to make them a superior support method compared with threaded rod, jack chain and metal strap. Discover the…

The Pros and Cons of 4 Common Ground Rod Materials

When it comes to selecting a ground rod, engineers must avoid a one-size-fits-all approach. Different factors—material, soil resistivity, location, facility type, size, among others—play into the overall efficiency…

Four Traits of Spring Steel That Makes it the Ideal Material for Fasteners

In 1956, the CADDY brand was the first to develop and market spring steel fasteners. Since then, spring steel has gained popularity, and the offering has expanded due…

For More Efficient Onboard Electrical Systems, nVent ERIFLEX Connections Make a Difference

  When it comes to transporting people and goods, railroads typically have a lower environmental impact than other modes of transportation. Further, many regions around the world are…