After a half-year break, hurricane season is back. It takes just one storm at a susceptible location for a disaster to occur. Read more
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Clarifying Certifications for Manual Transfer Switch Equipment
When comparing NRTL Listings of different products, it is important to know what the appropriate UL standards are and how they apply to your specific application. You may not always be purchasing what you think you are. The most common UL Listings on emergency power connection equipment are as follows: Read more
Grant Programs and Legislation Fuel Incentive for Generator Quick Connects
Emergency preparedness and recovery is a critical component to safeguarding our communities. As we grow ever more reliant on the utility grid, we are delivered with a stark reminder of how imperative it is to have access to fuel, cash, and food when severe weather knocks out our electrical power.
The Bad News: Outages are Expensive
There is often a large cost impact for businesses without backup power in the event of an extended utility power outage. One year ago Hurricane Sandy wreaked havoc on Northeast America. In addition to having no
Advantages of Third-party Certification
To customers, distributors, and retailers, a certification mark means that they are purchasing a product that has been evaluated by an accredited independent organization. This third-party certification for electrical and power products means that a qualified independent testing laboratory has reviewed the manufacturing process of the particular product and has concluded that the final product complies with specific safety standards.
2013 Hurricane Outlook. Plan Ahead. Install Standby Power Connection.
Hurricane Andrea has kicked off the 2013 Hurricane Season, and according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration this year should be a doozie. With warmer than average temperatures, wind patterns routing our way from Africa, and no sign of El Niño showing up to reduce hurricane activity, it has been predicted that the Atlantic is likely to experience a greater number of storms and stronger hurricanes. NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center anticipates 13-20 named storms and 3-6 hurricanes. This forecast is above the seasonal average.