The Shealy Circuit

FALL 2010

WWW.SHEALYELECTRICAL.COM Extenda-Life and Extenda-Shield products from Brooks Manufacturing Company shield against weather deterioration and reduce contamination build-up!

Learn how you can save time and money on repair and replacement by using these products!

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Take a look at some of our favorite products that will fit your automation, safety and lighting needs!

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Tips for plant MROs, Electrical Specifying Engineers, Consultants, Contractors, and Builders involved in Green Industrial Maintenance, Construction or Retrofit Projects.

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EXTENDA-SHIELD PRODUCTS SAVE YOU TIME AND MONEY What are Extenda-Life Crossarms?

Extenda-Life Crossarms (Patented) are the culmination of several years of research and testing at Brooks Manufacturing Co. in an effort to extend the useable life of your products. Extenda-Life Crossarms are the same superior quality crossarms that Brooks has produced for decades, with the addition of a specially designed nail end plate hydraulically pressed into each end. These plates are not the same as "truss plates" with which most people in the industry are familiar.

End plates are designed specifically for end grain application and have a special tooth design and pattern that locks itself in forming a permanent bond that prevents them from pulling out.

Why Use Extenda-Life Crossarms?

The resulting cost savings to utilities goes far beyond the cost of the crossarm. Our research showed that the total cost to replace a crossarm varied between $1,000 and $8,000, depending on the equipment and personnel needed, the location of the structure, and the costs related to outages. This data showed that the cost savings involved with extending the life of crossarms is substantial. Extenda-Life Crossarms will last longer and perform better than standard crossarms. Some of the benefits include: • • • • • •

Eliminates end splitting of the crossarms.

Prevents insulator pin pullouts due to splits.

Nail End-Plated Crossarms will improve distribution line reliability.

Protects against weathering and rot of crossarm ends.

Reduce failures in the field under severe loading conditions.

Provide substantial long-term cost savings by extending the life of the crossarm and reducing expenditures for labor, equipment, and materials.

• Eliminates the need for other anti-split devices such as anti-split bolts.

• Allows for date tracking of crossarms.

For more information on Extenda-Life Crossarms from Brooks Manufacturing Company, contact your Shealy Electrical Salesperson!

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PRODUCTS WE LOVE

The connectBlue Rugged Bluetooth Ethernet Port Adapter (RBEPA) and Rugged Wireless LAN Ethernet Port Adapter (RWEPA) are available with a Bluetooth or a Wireless LAN 802.11b/g interface. The Wireless Ethernet Port Adapters are especially well-suited for mobile, rotating and temporary installations where there is a need for replacing the Ethernet cable with a robust and maintenance-free wireless connection.

Further, these products are called “intelligent antennas” thanks to the ease of use and cost efficiency of the installation and configuration. Another unique feature of the RBEPA and RWEPA is the Low Emission Mode which solves potential interference distrubances between Bluetooth and WIreless LAN that is not handled by the Bluetooth implementation of Adaptive Frequency Hopping. The Wireless Ethernet Port Adapters are part of the connectBlue product range of Wireless Products in industrial housings.

Partner with EZE-Rough: EZE-Rough is a new and advanced, factory engineered solution that is prefabricated to your specifications.

The NEW EZE-Rough offers cost and labor savings that result in projects being completed faster and under budget.

Cost Savings - Exclusive design verification at estimate phase reduces errors and oversights.

- Improves profitability with efficient skill set allocation - Layout service maximizes on site workflow efficiency Accelerated Project Completion - Prefab process dramatically reduces clean up time - Install complete system out of the box without leaving the work area - Prefabricated components significantly speed installation time Expert Project Management - Professional Engineer engaged at proposal phase.

The LiteGear’s compact design can be used to back up incandescent, induction, compact fluorescent, linear fluorescent or LED lighting fixtures up to 1000’ away in the emergency mode. Battery packs typically only allow you to go 2-10 feet away at max.

This particular unit can power any combination of mixed lamp sources up to 100VA (while battery packs cannot accommodate mixed loads). The LiteGear will provide full lumen output for 90 minutes of operation and complies with UL 924 requirements.

Another feature of this unit is that it can be used to bypass fixtures that may be switched off when the power fails. This unit is available in three different mounting styles with the most common being the surface wall mount. It also comes in a recessed T-Grid ceiling mount or a recessed wall mount. The recessed version is designed to fit between existing studs so that reframing, which can b e costly and time consuming, is not required.

For more information about the easy installation, low cost and flexibility of the Lite Gear system, contact your Shealy Electrical Sales Person today!

EXCELLENCE

ON THE INSIDE AND THE OUTSIDE On the outside, 3M’s XLR8 hard hat has a lightweight, polyethylene shell that provides excellent impact resistance.

On the inside, the XLR8 is the industry’s most wearer-friendly suspension system available,with custom-fitting capabilities, added ventilation and maximum comfort.

XLR8 Hard Hats are top of the line for the top of the head and come in both standard and full brim styles with ratchet or pin-lock fit suspensions. All models include a cushioned brow, vented headband and height adjustment, all while complying with OSHA regulations and meeting ANSI Z89.1-1997 Type 1 Class C, G and E Standards. For more information on the XLR8 Hard Hat, contact your Shealy Salesperson today!

- On site system mock up prior to full production.

- Project Coordinator trains installation crew on site, and remains available for consultation Powered by Leviton - Over a century of experience developing world class quality products.

- The number one choice of electrical contractors for building, expanding, and remodeling hospitals, commercial office buildings, convention centers and other multiple unit structures.

The RadioLinx 802.11n Industrial Hotspot series provide wireless solutions for plant floor and field automation applications. The Industrial Hotspot family provides the rugged performance and ease of deployment required for industrial applications. These 802.11n Hotspots use multiple-input/multiple-output (MIMO) technology, supporting up to three antennas. This allows fast data rates up to 300 Mbps, providing advanced performance in industrial environments.

This weatherproof radio has an IP67 rating. Making it water-tight and dust-tight for use in all weather and mining applications.

More than just new wireless Ethernet technology, the 802.11n also includes RADIUS security. This enables centralized management of security policies and VLANs for network traffic and data segmentation. RADIUS security also includes the industrial wireless features that have made previous industrial Hotspots successful.

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NOMINATE YOUR SALESPERSON FOR

Now you can stay up-to-date with all of Shealy Electrical Wholesalers’ distributor events, news, and products!

Visit us at: www.facebook.com/ShealyElectricalWholesalers

today and become a fan!

Larry Bagwell, Inside Account Executive at Shealy Electrical Wholesalers’ Greenville branch, has earned the Certified Electrical Professional - Inside Sales (CEP-IS) credential.

Jacob Brown, Inside Account Executive at Shealy Electrical Wholesalers’ Sumter branch, has earned the Certified Electrical Professional-Inside Sales (CEP-IS) credential.

Kraig Brugger, Inside Account Executive at Shealy Electrical Wholesalers’ Florence branch, has earned the Certified Electrical Professional-Inside Sales (CEP-IS) credential.

Larry Ekman, Inside Account Executive at Shealy Electrical Wholesalers’ Greenville branch, has earned the Certified Electrical Professional-Inside Sales (CEP-IS) credential.

Chuck Goff, Inside Account Executive at Shealy Electrical Wholesalers’ Sumter branch, has earned the Certified Electrical Professional-Inside Sales (CEP-IS) credential.

These gentlemen join a growing group of sales professionals who have demonstrated they are dedicated to higher standards of practice in the electrical distribution industry.

CEP is a certification program for distributors, manufacturers and others in the electrical distribution channel. The certification standardizes and validates baseline knowledge for professionals in the electrical distribution industry. CEP certification identifies that the holder has demonstrated expertise in areas such as product knowledge, customer service, sales skills, and other skills, which elevate electrical distribution above the retail channel.

Currently tests are offered for both inside and outside sales professionals. To take the CEP exam, applicants must meet certain requirements prior to taking the exam.

Inside Sales: - 18 months’ experience in an inside sales position in electrical distribution - High school diploma or GED (General Educational Development) credential Outside Sales: - A two-year degree and five years’ experience in the electrical distribution industry and two years’ outside sales experience in the electrical distribution industry OR - Three years’ outside sales experience with five years’ experience in the electrical distribution industry (with no degree) For more information about the certification program, visit www.naed-cep.org.

The WOW factor boils down to one thing; exceeding expectations of the customer.

It goes past great customer service. In short, the basic idea is to bring the element of surprise into your business.

WOW can be a follow up phone call, or a simple thank you note.

What “WOW” customer service moment has your Salesperson provided?

3 WAYS TO NOMINATE YOUR SALESPERSON

Visit our website

www.shealyelectrical.com the link is on the right hand side of our home page!

Find us on facebook

www.facebook.com/shealyelectrical click on the WOW tab and it will lead you to a link for your nomination!

Consult your Salesperson email your salesperson and he or she will email the WOW nomination link to you!

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FALL 2010 Volume 4, Issue 3

Green Electrical Upgrades are Powerful Opportunities to Cut Costs in the Industrial Market According to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), industry and manufacturing consume approximately 32% of all U.S. energy usage.

That is more than transportation, residential or commercial!

As energy costs spiral upward, plant MRO managers are seeking cost-effective solutions that upgrade facilities and reduce energy costs.

ENERGY-SAVING

INDUSTRIAL POWER DISTRIBUTION SOLUTIONS

Green Electrical power distribution for industrial facilities emphasizes the use of highly sophisticated integrated systems that combine energy-efficient power handling control with advanced Ethernet/IP-based or wireless energy monitoring and controls. With these systems, plant managers are provided with a level of detailed energy data previously unavailable. Other green electrical solutions, including paralleling switchgear, busway, capacitors and filters, and UPS systems, are engineered to reduce energy loss and consumption and extend equipment life.

POWER & ENERGY MANAGMENT SYSTEMS Poor quality power reduces productivity, shortens equipment life and erodes profits.

A power management system provides critical information needed to implement and verify energy-saving initiatives.

Systems use hardware and software to analyze, store, and share real time energy data through a standard Web browser.

Systems enable facility owners to renegotiate lower electrical rates, prevent costly power quality problems, correct power delivery issues, and control demand to avoid rate penalties.

INTEGRATED PANELBOARDS AND INTEGRATED SWITCHBOARDS Innovative industrial panelboards/switchboards integrate multiple functions within a single pre-wired enclosure.

Systems may include breakers and bus, sub-metering, lighting control, and energy monitoring equipment all “bundled� together to control energy costs.

PARALLELING SWITCHGEAR Paralleling switchgear manage the transition from utility power to on-site power sources and make practical the use of Combined Heat and Power (CHP) systems, using wasted heat energy.

POWER FACTOR CORRECTION CAPACITORS AND FILTERS Capacitors and filters lower energy costs by supplying power to loads such as HVAC and elevators upon demand, therefore, decreasing energy consumption and reducing energy loss.

DOE indicates energy systems account for roughly 80% of all industrial and manufacturing energy usage.

Nearly 40% of all warehouse electricity is consumed by lighting.

Motors alone consume nearly 25% of all U.S. electricity consumption, and more than 60% of all industrial electricity

UNINTERRUPTIBLE POWER SYSTEMS (UPS) Higher efficiency UPS result in 50% less power loss, while reducing overall energy costs.

BUSWAY/POWER BUS Factory pre-wired busway or power bus reduces power loss.

Power is easily distributed precisely to the required in a new location.

Busway or powerbus is easily moved and reassembled in a new location.

SUBMETERING AND MONITORING SYSTEMS Electrical submetering/monitoring of energy usage by system, process, or plant supports billing and budgeting.

Systems are used to track energy consumption of a specific system or function for data acquisition used in energy cost reduction efforts.

For more information on how you can help your facility save time, energy and money - contact your Shealy Electrical Salesperson today and ask about SEER.

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The Altivar 32 Variable Speed Drive from Schneider Electric has a slim, book-style footprint, side-by-side mounting capability and ability to accept a self-protected disconnect, reducing panel space and wiring costs.

In addition, the Altivar 32 drive has certified safety functions for safe power removal, safe limited speed and safe stopping as well as integrated decision capabilities such as input/output (VO) event logic, counting and timing functions. This further reduces panel space and wiring costs.

Designed to operate without the need for encoder feedback, the Altivar 32 drive delivers exceptional speed and torque control for asynchronous or synchronous AC motors to maximize your machine’s performance. It also features conformal coating to protect circuit boards from dust, moisture and other airborne contaminants, which allows it to be used in harsh environments.

Combine tihs with your choice of communication networks and the embedded Bluetooth technology that enables monitoring, viewing and machine diagnostics while keeping cabinet doors safely closed, and you have a drive that quickly delivers added performance, reliability and improved cost to your industrial machine designs.

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West Columbia, SC 29172 phone: 803-252-5668 fax: 803-252-9449 toll free: 800-868-6509

FLORENCE 906 West Darlington Street Florence, SC 29501 phone: 843-656-0088 fax: 843-656-0094 toll free: 866-648-3914

GREENVILLE 422 Fairforest Way

Greenville, SC 29607 phone: 864-242-6880 fax: 864-235-6097 toll free: 800-868-7248

GREENWOOD P.O. Box 3328

Greenwood, SC 29658 phone: 864-223-4210 fax: 864-223-3605 toll free: 800-868-5980

NORTH AUGUSTA 120 Merovan Drive North Augusta, SC 29860 phone: 803-278-1504 fax: 803-279-2106 toll free: 877-212-8234

SUMTER 1340 South Guignard Drive Sumter, SC 29150 phone: 803-934-8350 fax: 803-934-8345 toll free: 866-934-8350

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