Welcome to the evolution of Connection & Protection.

At nVent, we believe that safer systems ensure a more secure world. We connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

nVent CADDY Relaunches EZ Riser With New Features that Improve Installation

 nVent CADDY has updated the EZ Riser to provide several new user benefits, from quick installation times to elimination of possible rework. The product is recommended for suspending…

What Is The Difference Between a Code, Standard, Regulation and Specification in the Electrical Industry?

In the electrical field, engineers, contractors and others must refer to different standards, codes and more to do their work. But have you ever considered the differences between…

Top Reasons to use nVent CADDY’s Telescoping Pipe Stand

nVent CADDY’s new Telescoping Pipe Stand supports low-to-the-ground horizontal pipe runs with simple installation and reduced requirements for material and storage space.

The 2 Most Important Factors to Weigh When Selecting Ground Rod Material

The purpose of a grounding system is to protect people, structures and equipment, and to ensure maximum safety from electrical system faults and lightning. A vital piece of…

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….

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…

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…