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PUBLISHER
Danny J. Salchert OFFICE MANAGER
Anita Salchert CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Derek Gaylard CIRCULATION DIRECTOR
Pam Fulmer CONTRIBUTING WRITER
Tom Shaughnessy
6 COVER STORY 6 Tracing Cables and Locating Cable Faults By Tom Shaughnessy
FEATURE 14 Selecting the Right Inverter for Emergency Lighting Systems
New generation of pure sine wave inverters simplify installation and maintenance of emergency lighting systems; provide automated self-testing and reporting
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT 20
Ultralight Vented Hood-Overcoming Hood Hazards
COMPANY PROFILE 22
Conduit Repair Systems, Inc.
DEPARTMENTS 24 Industry News 28 Product Spotlights 40 Ad Index ON THE COVER Photo courtesy of Sonel® Test & Measurement
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Sonel® Test & Measurement
Tracing Cables and Locating Cable Faults By Tom Shaughnessy, PowerCET, Santa Clara, CA
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LECTRICAL CONTRACTORS and facility engineers often need to locate buried cables, locate cabling in walls, locate faults in wiring, identify and properly mark circuits as part of daily operations. Especially with tenant improvement projects, or equipment moves and infrastructure changes. There are three types of products to meet these needs. • Cable locator: to locate buried cables and pipes whether energized or not, metallic or not • Cable tracer: to trace and identify wiring inside a facility • TDR (time domain reflectometer): to identify and locate wire faults and cabling issues
Locating a buried cable – a mini case study About a decade ago, PowerCET was involved in a site investigation where all manner of strange equipment problems was occurring in one corner of the site. A dangerous situation unfolded. During the investigation, an electrician used a “buzz box” to detect electric fields, and he got loud buzzing in that corner of the building. The belief was that Continued on page 8 Figure 1: LXZ-1000 Buried cable locator
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there was something generating high fields that were possibly inducing currents into the equipment ground causing reliability issues. The idea was to dig near the foundation and expose the steel rebar and perform measurements to confirm the presence of excessive currents. They did check with the utility first for underground distribution cables, and the utility confirmed there was in fact, a buried 12kV utility distribution cable 50 ft. away from the building. As they were digging, an alert individual screamed STOP! The 12kV line was not 50 ft. away, but 5 ft. away! And the backhoe almost dug into it. Illustrating that even utility maps can be wrong. Using a backhoe to locate a buried distribution cable is not smart! Flash forward to today. Sonel has introduced the Sonel LKZ-1000 cable locator which is an ideal tool to detect these kinds of issues. The LKZ-1000 can find cables buried up to 3 meters in the earth. If it had been available then, the 50/60 Hz field detection abilities of the LKZ-1000
Let’s assume that a simple voltage check at the non-functioning sprinkler finds no voltage. Somewhere between the source and point of use a fault has developed – but where? It would be convenient if the wiring was installed in a straight line from the source to the point of use, but this is seldom the case. In addition to the 50/60 field detection abilities already mentioned, the LKZ-1000 is equipped with a remote transmitter that generates two test frequencies: 8kHz and 33kHz. These sigFigure 2: Sonel TDR-410 Time Domain nals can be inductively coupled into Reflectometer (TDR) wiring or directly injected. In this case, it is probably easiest to disconnect the would have identified the 12kV line and wiring at the origin and then use the signal its route, quickly and accurately. Bottom generator to directly inject the test signals. line – look before digging. The LKZ-1000 can then be used to trace the wiring. Often, the signal may be Detecting a fault weaker on the load side of the fault. The need to locate, identify and troubleshoot cabling within and outside a site Determining distance to extends to other types of wiring. For in- faults with a TDR stance, suppose a sprinkler stops working Suppose in the sprinkler case above, the and it looks like wiring may be the issue. location of the cable Continued on page 12
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Sonel® Test & Measurement Continued from page 8 through the insulation exposing the protective neutral sheathing. Corrosion will quickly develop creating power quality issues. The TDR can be used to determine the distance to the faulty neutral conductor and corrective action can then take place.
Tracing wiring inside a facility Tenant improvements, moves and changes, can occur so frequently that wiring legends become quickly outdated and no one knows where wires start, terminate, or even where they are located. In one site that PowerCET visited someone wrote on the inside of a panelboard – “Who knows anymore?” The Sonel LKZ-720 uses a sensitive receiver and a sophisticated transmitter to make circuit identification quick, easy and precise. Detection of wires and cables can be performed whether live or not for: • detection of cables in ceilings, walls and floors • detection of breaks in cables • tracing cables in building installations • locating power points and switches in buildings • locating short circuits between leads, • tracing shielded cables • tracing cables in metal ducts The photo to the left shows a typical scenario; tracing a specific cable in a bundle. The transmitter induces an audio-frequency signal into one end of the cable being traced, and the receiver is used as a probe to locate the specific cable at the other end.
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has been determined but there is uncertainty regarding the exact distance to the fault. The Sonel TDR-410 can then be used to determine the distance to the fault and to other discontinuities (the cable may actually extend to other sprinkler heads and each connection point or tap will create a discontinuity). A TDR works by injecting a pulse into the wiring. It will propagate and then be reflected with a characteristic signature when it encounters 12
a discontinuity, or encounters a change in the cable properties due to water, a splice, tap or break. A TDR is also useful in testing buried cables. For instance, a cable may be installed in plastic conduit but over time the conduit has filled with water. Water ingress will develop in the insulation yielding a very characteristic signature when a TDR pulse is injected. Burrowing animals may attack buried cables (no protective conduit) and gnaw
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Look (or locate) before you dig is good advice. And when confronted with a rat’snest of cables, a cable tracer saves hours of tedious unravelling. Finally, when you have a cable that appears to have a fault, and the fault is buried in the ground or behind a wall, before reaching for your pick axe or Sawzall, the TDR will tell you the type of fault and the distance so you know exactly where to dig or cut. The range of Sonel products described above can locate, detect and trouble-shoot wiring and cabling issues. These products are userfriendly and state-of-the-art. They are designed to meet the needs of contractors and engineers so that jobs get done faster, (better time savings leads to more profitability) and more safely. ❏
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Isolite
Selecting the Right Inverter for Emergency Lighting Systems New generation of pure sine wave inverters simplify installation and maintenance of emergency lighting systems; provide automated self-testing and reporting
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N THE EVENT OF A BUILDING-WIDE POWER OUTAGE, electrical engineers
and contractors have several options when it comes to powering emergency lighting systems mandated by the NFPA and International Building Code (IBC). The first is to install dedicated lighting fixtures that provide temporary power from built-in battery packs; the other is to utilize centrally located inverters tied to back-up batteries that can provide utilitygrade power to both existing architectural and dedicated emergency lighting. For many electrical engineers, given the simplified design and installation requirements of a new generation of “smart” inverters, a more centralized approach has increasing appeal due to significant savings on installation and long-term maintenance costs. In addition, more advanced automated reporting and self-testing of these web-connected inverters also simplifies NFPA mandated testing, provides alarms and decreases the potential liability for building owners. “Today’s inverters provide a number of advantages when used for emergency lighting,” says Ron Doyle, Vice President of specialty electrical distributor Wiedenbach Brown. “Not only can an inverter power many lights from a central location – including new and existing architectural fixtures – but it can also supply power in “pure sine wave” output consistent with that from the utility, making it much more effective in working with LEDs.” For those choosing to use inverters, calculating the size of inverter needed in terms of AC load requirements is usually a relatively simple matter. However, there are multiple factors that Continued on page 16
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should also be considered in making a final inverter selection that best suits the application. These include selecting inverters that provide pure sine wave AC power; are designed to operate at their designated rating so over-sized, de-rated units are not required at additional cost; are modular by design to simplify repairs; and that have foolproof instructions to ensure correct and fast installation.
sine wave technology. According to Doyle, he has specified inverters from a leader in the development of pure sine wave technology for emergency lighting, Isolite. The company offers a variety of units that can be sized to meet load requirements from small 125 watt units to full building power up to 18,000 watts. Pure sine wave inverters provide cleaner, utility grade power than modified sine wave models and work better with Utility-Quality Power LED drivers. In addition, pure sine wave Given the increasing use of LEDs in models have a high surge capacity which architectural lighting, it is important to means they are able to exceed their rated select an inverter that incorporates pure wattage for a limited time to meet the high
inrush currents of LED’s. “When utility power is lost and the influx of current from LED fixtures is drawn from an inverter, most standard inverters are incapable of handling the inrush although they are rated for the total rated load,” says Doyle. In order to accommodate retrofit installations of inverters into battery-powered emergency systems, the inverters are bidirectional. Capable of switched or dimmed output load, the Isolite inverters allow building owners to use the existing lighting fixtures for emergency purposes, which often reduces overall system costs. The smaller units have wiring schemes that allow for two independently controlled circuits with breakers, with larger units allowing for more. “These pure sine inverters are highly efficient and can handle a high percentage of the rated load to support the number of emergency lighting fixtures on it,” says Doyle. “So, you don’t have to de-rate the Isolite inverter as you would with like manufacturers, and then unnecessarily upsize at additional cost.”
Long-term Maintenance Savings Another key advantage of a centralized inverter design is the ease of serviceability when batteries eventually need to be replaced. To meet the emergency lighting requirements along the path of egress, many commercial lighting fixtures come with small inverters and dedicated batteries attached. Because the batteries are not always replaceable, this often means that the fixture itself must be replaced every 5-10 years. “When it comes to servicing the batteries, even if fixtures have high-quality NiCad batteries, every 7-8 years you are going to have to replace them,” says Doyle. “That means going up into the ceiling areas and changing out the entire fixture.” For the building owner/lessor, inverters are easily maintained with all the batteries located in one cabinet. As a result, there are inherent, long term maintenance savings with centralized inverters.
Foolproof installation If there is a knock on centralized inverters, it is often related to Continued on page 18 16
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incorrect installation – not performance of the unit itself. For electrical contractors that are less experienced in this type of equipment, the relative ease – or lack thereof – of installation can cost time, lead to potential call-backs and affect overall system functionality. “The contractor really is the person that is going to make or break the success of an installation,” says Doyle. For this reason, companies like Isolite go to extreme measures to make inverters as contractor-friendly as possible. This can come down to small details such as small instructional tags and warning signs that ensure the unit is wired properly or access to batteries from the front. Responsive technical support from the manufacturer can also be invaluable. To prevent start up failures, Isolite builds in diagnostics that identify wiring errors. Similarly, error codes indicate specific fault conditions that can often be resolved over the phone. “With the start-up diagnostics, the sys-
tem will literally not start if it is wired incorrectly,” says Doyle. The inverters are also designed to simplify maintenance and repair in the field. Isolite’s modular inverter design allows installers and other technicians to remove a full module and replace it if an upgrade or repair is needed. This modular capability also greatly improves MTTR (mean time to repair).
Automating Critical Requirements One of the most important capabilities of advanced inverters for emergency lighting is the ability to automate testing and reporting functions. NFPA code requires that emergency lighting systems are tested for 10 minutes every 30 days, and to be discharged for 90 minutes once annually. Records must be kept for review by Fire Marshalls or other officials that make periodic inspections of emergency lighting systems. If testing and reporting is performed manually, there is a good chance that it
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can be overlooked or the results lost in the shuffle. “The more advanced inverter systems keep record of all of that information,” Doyle explains. “A Fire Marshall can simply review the logs and see the testing was automatically performed as scheduled and see any alarms. The inverters can also be controlled through a unique web interface that allows a facility manager to monitor multiple inverters at the same time as well as set alarms and automatic notifications. The system also conducts and records data related to the regular monthly tests required by code. Records within the inverter can be accessed through the front panel or a web browser with proper login authentication. Information is stored securely in cloudbased storage. For more information, contact Isolite at 31 Waterloo Avenue, Berwyn, PA 19312; call 800-888-5483; or visit them on the web at www.isolite.com. ❏
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Miller Safety Consultants, Ltd.
Ultralight Vented Hood-Overcoming Hood Hazards T HE LATEST ADVANCEMENT in protective hoods has been the addition of a ventilation system. This system is not a respiratory protection device, only for cooling and defogging. Let’s look at the challenges of the hood: • Material weight • Visibility thru the face shield • Ventilation system and time of operation • Task Lighting • Air quality
At Miller Safety Consultants, we work directly with OTEX Protective, the manufacturer of the ultralight vented hood system. Together, with feedback from end users and safety managers, we have developed the answer by providing the user a patented system that solves the above mentioned issues. I’ve included a picture of the hood with the article, but more information can be obtained at our web site: www.electricalsafetysupply.com. Our 40 Cal ultra-light hood comes in 2 models. Our standard ventilated model, which uses AA battery’s and our premium unit powered by a Milwaukee M-12 battery pack. First, let’s look at the weight. Our hood is 37% lighter than traditional 40 Cal/cm2 systems, and the enclosed ventilation pack balances the weight of the face shield giving the user better visibility. The ventilation pack adds several other benefits to the user, like increasing the air quality. OSHA requires the ambient air to have an oxygen level around 22%. Inside a non-vented hood, the oxygen level quickly decreases to around 13% because 20
of the users exhaling. The users exhale also contains moisture which creates a fogged face shield. This encourages the electrician to remove the hood to see clearly; a good ventilation system will keep the face shield clear. In evaluating the operation of the hood, we had a major concern on meeting OSHA’s requirement of having additional task lighting of the work area. All of our hoods come equipped with an arc-flash tested task light attached. It’s adjustable for angles and also in light intensity. Also, we have incorporated Paulson’s new “gray” face shield that allows more ambient light transfer. Our ventilation system is unique in the industry. The standard battery pack uses 8 double A batteries for power operates about 3.5 hours. This supplies 35 CFM of air into the user’s breathing area reducing any chance of fogging of the shield, and provides cooling to the user. Any type ventilation system does create an issue in the event of an arc flash incident. The air contains vaporized copper and manganese fumes that need to be prevented from entering the breathing zone. OTEX Protective, in their patented system uses an arc sensor that when activated, turns the fan off allowing the user to be protected from these toxins. This is a major accomplishment when mitigating hazard risks. Our premium hood, using the Milwaukee M-12 battery has a operat-
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ing time of 6 hours allowing “commissioning” work to be uninterrupted. All our product specifications are on our website www.electricalsafetysupply.com. Our Light-weight 40 Cal hood meets 2018 NFPA 70E 130.7(C)(14)(3) - Certification by an accredited, independent, third party certification organization. In conclusion, our advanced Ultalight hood safety features is far above others on the market. Our service is excellent in providing you the products. Every suit and hood is custom made at our manufacturing partner OTEX Protective in Rochester, NY. Shipping is usually in 1 week or sooner. For more information, contact Miller Safety Consultants, Ltd. at (703)367-0404 or on the web at www.electricalsafetysupply.com. ❏
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Conduit Repair Systems, Inc.
Conduit Repair Systems, Inc. T he old saying, “necessity is the mother of all inventions” holds true for Conduit Repair Systems, Inc. Our split conduit products were originally designed and developed by a cable TV technician and his father in-law that worked as an engineer. The technician found that he needed a repair product that truly restored damaged PVC pipe to its original state. The technician did some research and found that what he needed didn’t exist at the time. The two men then developed our patented snap together split conduit products. Since the early days of the company, many additional applications for the products have since been discovered including enclosing exposed cables, relocating aerial lines to underground, enclosing cables on bridges, protecting cables on telephone poles, enclosing fiber optics, and relocating cables along roads. Conduit Repair Systems, Inc. formally began business operations in 1995 and has seen exponential growth ever since. Our company is headquartered in St. George, Utah, which is located about 100 miles North East of Las Vegas, Nevada along Interstate 15. The company chose St. George because of its reputation as the “Palm Springs” of Utah. The warm weather, the world-class golf courses, combined with a very qualified work force made the selection to locate in St. George very easy. Over the past fifteen years Conduit Repair Systems, Inc. has become the world-leading manufacturer of split conduit products. Conduit Repair Systems manufactures split conduit, split couplings, split sweeps, and other related split conduit products specifically designed for electrical, cable TV, and communications applications. CRS offers its products in a variety of sizes including 1 inch, 1 ¼ inch, 1 ½ inch, 2 inch, 2 ½ inch, 3 inch, 4 inch, 5 inch, and 6 inch. Conduit Repair Systems, Inc. executive staff consists of highly qualified professionals. The President of the company, David Clove, is a CPA and is also a former Finance Manager for Arizona Public
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Service. Our National Sales Manager, Paul McMullin, brings twenty years of industry sales experience to the company. All of our manufacturing personnel also have many years of professional experience in the plastics industry. CRS currently services public utilities, rural electric associations and co-ops, cable TV companies, telephone companies, and electrical contractors through a wide range of distributors located throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, Japan, Europe, and the Middle East. If you would like more information regarding our company you can obtain additional information at our website located on the Internet at www.conduitrepair.com. We believe that no one helps you repair or protect your underground distribution or cable network like Conduit Repair Systems, Inc. ❏
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industry NEWS
Toby Thomann Named President of WAGO North America
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AGO HAS NAMED Toby Thomann as President of North American headquarters in Germantown, WI. Thomann has been with WAGO for 23 years and has worked as Regional Sales Manager, Zone Manager, Marketing Manager and most recently Vice President of Sales. “I am excited and honored to now be leading our team in North America. We are looking to expand our operations in the US, Canada and Mexico in order to better serve the growing needs of our customers,” Thomann said. “The industries and markets that we currently serve are constantly evolving, requiring us to empower our customers, allowing us to anticipate and exceed their expectations. It’s vital for us as a company to not just keep
pace but to continue our legacy of bringing innovation and quality to the market. Ultimately, my goal as president is to provide strong leadership and vision to our team, exceed customers’ expectations and provide a great place for our employees to work and achieve their goals”. ❏ About WAGO: Innovation is at the heart of everything we do at W A GO. From our pioneering CA GE CLA MP® spring pressure connection technology to our extensive range of Interconnect, Interface and A utomation solutions, such as the fieldbus independent W A GO-I/OSY STEM, our customers count on the unconditional performance and reliability of our products to ensure the safe, efficient operation of their systems every time.
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POWER PRODUCTS, LLC ACQUIRES BERGEN INDUSTRIES, INC.®
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OWER PRODUCTS, LLC announces its acquisition of Bergen Industries, Inc.® (Bergen). Based in Las Vegas NV, Bergen, with a distribution network throughout North America, is a recognized leader in the design and manufacture of construction and maintenance lighting and electrical products. Bergen Industries will become part of Power Products’ Electrical Construction and Maintenance Division (ECM). “Bergen is a leader in innovation, product quality, and customer service since its founding in 1973 and is a great addition to our company in support of our strategy to rapidly grow our electrical construction product offerings both organically and through strategic acquisitions,” said David Scheer, CEO Power Products, LLC. Mike Masino, President of the ECM Division,
added “The acquisition of Bergen greatly enhances and strengthens our portfolio of brands, which includes Gardner Bender, Sperry Instruments and Calterm. Bergen increases our range of products, tools,
and solutions to better service our customers on commercial, residential, and industrial job sites.” James P. McKay, President of Bergen, commented, “We are very pleased to partner with Power Products as we take Bergen to its next stage of growth. Power Products has the resources and multi-channel access which will allow us to rapidly scale new product development and customer acquisition.” Bergen Industries will continue operations in Las Vegas, NV under Mr. McKay’s leadership. ❏
About Power Products LLC: Power Products LLC, headquartered in Menomonee Falls, W isconsin, is a global, diversified electrical products platform with locations in The Netherlands, New Zealand, Mexico, Canada and the United States. The Power Products portfolio consists of leading brands for a variety of aftermarket and OEM customer segments in electrical construction and maintenance, recreational marine and specialty vehicles, industrial power, and transportation. About Electrical Construction & Maintenance Division (ECM), Power Products, LLC: ECM, with its brands Gardner Bender, Sperry, and Calterm have been supplying electricians, do-it-yourselfers and maintenance technicians with a wide variety of innovative products for over 50 years. W idely stocked and distributed through leading wholesalers, retailers, catalogs and through e-commerce leaders, we deliver innovative, labor-saving products for every electrical job, large or small. About Bergen Industries, Inc.: Founded in 1973, Bergen Industries, Inc. manufactures construction and maintenance lighting fixtures as well as other electrical products. 26
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new PRODUCTS Bosch 12V Max FlexiClick™ 5-In-1 Drill/Driver System The Bosch 12V Max FlexiClick™ 5-In-1 Drill/Driver System is designed for professionals who want a high-quality tool that redefines their limits to get the tough jobs done. At only 1.8 Lbs. and 265 In.-Lbs. of torque, this robust drill/driver delivers the performance you expect in the size you want. It has two speed settings, for quick jobs and precision work. It starts with a magnetic bit holder for basic driving. The four attachments – a locking bit holder, a keyless chuck, an offset angle and a right angle– each attach to the tool securely and easily with the One-Click interface. The right angle attachment is for tight spaces, and it works with all three other adapters. The offset angle attachment delivers precise screwdriving close to edges. Both of these attachments rotate to 16 positions without removing them. The locking bit holder attachment locks hex bits for high-torque drilling, while the keyless chuck provides locked-in drilling. Includes: (1) 12V Max Drill/Driver (1) Offset Angle Attachment (1) Keyless Chuck Attachment (2) 12V Max Lithium-ion Batteries (1) Locking Bit Holder Attachment (1) 12V Max Fast Charger (1) Right Angle Attachment (1) Carrying Bag For more information, visit www.boschtools.com
FLIR Announces Three Electrical Test and Measurement Meters with Thermal Imaging Latest Thermal Imaging-Equipped Test and Measurement Products Feature FLIR Infrared Guided Measurement to Help Electrical Pros Spot Problems FLIR announced today six test and measurement products arriving later this year, including two digital multimeters and a clamp meter that feature FLIR’s IGM™ (Infrared Guided Measurement). Powered by the FLIR Lepton® microcamera thermal core, the FLIR DM166 and FLIR DM285 digital multimeters and the FLIR CM275 clamp meter feature a built-in screen to show heat caused by electrical faults, allowing professionals to find issues faster and more safely. All the latest FLIR electrical test and measurement products offer features that allow professionals to efficiently test and troubleshoot electrical, electro-mechanical, and heating, ventilation, and cooling (HVAC) systems. These thermal imaging products offer the added benefit of visualizing heat and highlighting temperature anomalies on a built-in display. Whether facing cluttered wires, complex panels, or clogged condenser coils, IGM guides users without requiring any direct contact with the test site, increasing both speed and user safety. The new products include: FLIR DM285: The 18-function, 160x120 thermal resolution FLIR DM285 ($699.99) is FLIR’s most advanced digital multimeter, measuring temperatures up to 400 degrees Celsius. Along with IGM, the FLIR DM285 features onboard storage for measurements and images, as well as wireless connectivity to streamline the inspection process and simplify data collection, sharing, and reporting. FLIR CM275: FLIR’s newest, most advanced 600-amp AC/DC clamp meter ($699.99) offers 160x120 thermal resolution to quickly highlight areas of concern. The FLIR CM275 has a wide range of measurement functions, plus a narrow jaw, built-in worklights, and a screen that’s more than 40 percent larger than the previous model. FLIR DM166: FLIR’s most affordable digital multimeter and thermal imager combination, the FLIR DM166 ($499.99) features 80x60 thermal resolution, broad multimeter test functions, and the flexibility for use in both high- and low-voltage applications. Each product has a rugged, drop-tested design and carries a 10-year warranty on both the product and the thermal detector. For more information, visit www.flir.com/test 28
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new PRODUCTS New Ouro Family Combines Style and KIM Lighting’s Trademark Performance Capabilities 35,000 Lumens Establishes New Benchmark for Contemporary Modern Round Site/Area Luminaire Hubbell Lighting, a global leader in lighting innovation, announced today that KIM Lighting has commercially introduced the new Ouro site/area family of luminaires. With its sophisticated styling, specgrade performance and intuitive controls capability, the Ouro will immediately fill a much needed gap in the market for performance round luminaires. Aesthetics
The Ouro was designed to blend in naturally with the environment in which it would operate, complementing the essence of the space and inspiring creative ambitions while meeting strict performance metrics that keep pedestrians safe and secure. The sleek, contemporary style family of luminaires can scale from pedestrian walkways up to 40 feet making it the ideal choice for a project that requires a range of offerings in a cohesive design family. Ease of installation and maintenance has been a Kim hallmark. Ouro has a tool free entry – a latch is provided to open the fixture and there is a kickstand to hold the clamshell open for installation and maintenance. A speed mount is also included for wall and pole mount applications. Install the speed mount, run the wiring, slide the luminaire into place, connect the field wires to the terminal block and it is ready to be energized. Performance
The Ouro is the first contemporary modern round site/area luminaire to offer up to 37,000 delivered lumens at 137 Lumens per Watt. To achieve this, KIM has blended the best of its award winning optical technology to ensure visual continuity, precise illumination, scalable lumen options, and true IES distributions. For more information, visit www.hubbelllighting.com
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new PRODUCTS Milwaukee® Announces Its Coolest Product Yet: The Jobsite Cooler Milwaukee Tool continues to expand their Storage Solutions with the introduction of the Jobsite Cooler. Designed from the ground-up to withstand the harshest jobsite conditions, the cooler utilizes twice the insulation of other similar coolers on the market and a food-grade leak-proof liner that holds ice for 24 hours. Coolers are one of the most frequently seen storage units brought to the jobsite every day, but the options currently available do not provide the duration of cooling needed to maintain ice for an entire day, nor are they built with the durability to survive tough use. Constructed with a weather-resistant 1680D Ballistic Material base and rugged metal zippers for extreme durability, the new Jobsite Cooler is Milwaukee’s answer to these frustrations. Sized to accommodate ice, frozen water bottles, and/or cooling packs,* the Jobsite Cooler features a leak-proof liner and 2X the insulation of other coolers on the market to keep these items cold for 24 hours – ensuring users that their drinks and food will remain cool throughout the day. To accommodate various storage needs, the Jobsite Cooler is also designed with multiple pockets to hold personal items and medical supplies, separate from the main compartment. A tech pocket on the front of the cooler is ideal for tablets, cell phones, timesheets, and more. Within the cooler, a dry storage compartment (or sandwich pocket) provides an ideal location for food that needs to remain cool yet dry. At approximately 11”x14.9”x13.8”, the Jobsite Cooler is wide enough to store common plastic food containers and tall enough to hold 32oz sports drinks. Its small profile also makes it easy to store in common locations such as the backseat of a truck, in a tool box, on a cart, or on the floorboard of a car. A padded shoulder strap provides a comfortable way for users to transport the Cooler to and from the jobsite. For added utility, a tape measure clip also doubles as a bottle opener for ultimate versatility. *Capable of holding nearly 21.65 liquid qts For more information, visit www.milwaukeetool.com
Platinum Tools® Launches New Pocket-Sized PoE Detector The Mini Detector Detects PoE End/Mid-Span Voltages on Network Cables, & LED Indicators Instantly Show “GO/NO-GO” Detection on PoE Networks Platinum Tools®, the leader in solutions for the preparation, installation, hand termination and testing of wire and cable, is proud to announce the launch of the new PoE Detector (p/n TPS100C). With an MSRP of $12.95, the PoE Detector is now shipping. “Our new pocket-size PoE Detector detects PoE end/mid-span voltages on network cables,” explained Jason Chesla, Platinum Tools marketing manager. “This is just another great test tool from Platinum every tech should have in their bag.” The new mini detector’s LED indicators instantly show “GO/NOGO” detection on PoE networks. Plug cables directly into the builtin RJ45 jack or use the included patch cord to detect voltage in wall jacks. The PoE Detector also differentiates between end-span PoE power, which is supplied from PoE switches, router, and midspan voltage from injectors. End-span detection indicates voltages are found on pairs 1/2, 3/6; mid-span detection indicates voltages found on pairs 4/5, 7/8. The PoE Detector is also 802.3af or 802.3at compatible. For more information, visit www.platinumtools.com
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new PRODUCTS Bridgeport Fittings’ new FMC grounding and bonding transition couplings and connectors save contractors time and material Engineered with the contractor in mind, Bridgeport’s 281DCG coupling is used to transition and bond ½-inch flexible metal conduit to ½-inch EMT. The fitting’s external mechanical copper lug is a cost-effective way to meet the requirements for equipment grounding of FMC where flexibility is needed during operation or maintenance. Bridgeport’s 281-DCG solution is ideal for saving time and material on prefabricated motor applications. And because the 281-DCG pairs well with Bridgeport’s 407-DC2G fitting, contractors can connect FMC to an enclosure with an external bonding jumper. Bridgeport’s new FMC grounding and bonding transition couplings and connectors are part of Bridgeport’s full range of electrical fittings and can be found in the “Wall of Orange™” – a completely stocked selection of quality electrical fittings and innovative product solutions available from your local electrical distributorship across the U.S. and Canada. For more information, visit www.bptfittings.com
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new PRODUCTS Eaton Introduces a High-Performing LED Retrofit Kit Engineered for Quick Installation, Saving on Labor Costs and Simplifying Upgrades Power management company Eaton introduces the Metalux Cruze™ LED Retrofit Kit, an energy-efficient solution featuring simple and quick installation for customers wanting to easily upgrade from fluorescent luminaires to LED technology without the need to install a new fixture. Saving on installation labor costs, the high-performing and aestheticallystyled LED system features the latest solid state lighting and driver technology for optimal performance, while providing energy savings of more than 50 percent compared to select fluorescent fixtures. “The Cruze Retrofit Kit is engineered to make it easy for customers to upgrade their current lighting to energy-efficient LED technology,” said Joe Semaan, director, Marketing and Product Management, Ambient Products. “With no tools or new wiring required, our retrofit kit can be installed in less than five minutes, resulting in significantly lower labor costs than installing a new fixture.” Ideal for offices, healthcare, educational and retail applications, Eaton’s LED retrofit kit utilizes the existing fluorescent luminaire’s housing to save on the cost of purchasing a complete fixture, while also reducing material disposal cost in a retrofit project. The highly efficient light-emitting diode system with an advanced optional design provides optimal light uniformity while delivering high performance efficacy of up to 138 lumens per watt. Available in 2-feet by 2-feet and 2-feet by 4-feet sizes, four stocked lumen levels and two color temperatures at 85+ color rendering index, the product is designed to last 60,000 hours at 75 percent lumen maintenance. For more information, visit www.eaton.com/lighting
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OCTOBER 2017
This advertisers index is compiled as a courtesy to our readers. While every effort is made to provide a complete and accurate listing of companies, page numbers and reader service numbers, the publisher is not responsible for errors.
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Company MILLER SAFETY CONSULTANTS, LTD ORBIT INDUSTRIES, INC PLATINUM TOOLS POWER & TEL POWERSIGHT / SUMMIT TECHNOLOGY, INC. RANDL INDUSTRIES ROLL-A-REEL SEPCO SONEL TEST & MEASUREMENT INC TCP THE HOME DEPOT TIMCO INSTRUMENTS UEI TEST INSTRUMENTS UNITED RENTALS UTILITY METALS VOLT LIGHTING
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