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Counterfeiting Kills

Each year, the counterfeiting of well-known brands and products continues to rise, creating an even more threatening problem. Such well-known counterfeited brands, including consumer safety and critical electrical products, are estimated to be five to seven percent of world trade. The International Anti-Counterfeiting Coalition (IACC) estimates that the counterfeiting of distinguished brands costs industries $600 billion each year worldwide and may result in as many as 750,000 lost jobs every year in the United States.

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2024 CE Code Training - Better Understanding of the Rules

CE Code training is intended to do a lot more than instruct about what changes have taken place since the last time Canada issued a national electrical code. We are producing a series of courses across Canada by one of Canada’s leading experts on the 2024 Edition of Canada’s Electrical...

Electrical Protection

Wireless Monitoring and IoT

The realm of electrical protection is continuously evolving, embracing advancements in technology to enhance system performance and reliability. One exciting development is the integration of wireless monitoring and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies into overcurrent and short circuit protection systems. This article explores how wireless monitoring and IoT contribute to improved protection strategies, highlighting their benefits, technical considerations, and potential future applications.

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Evolution of Overcurrent Protection

Overcurrent protection has traditionally relied on physical hardware like circuit breakers and fuses to prevent electrical damage. With the advent of wireless monitoring and IoT, the approach to managing overcurrent and short circuit conditions has evolved.

Integration of Wireless and IoT Technologies

Wireless monitoring and IoT technologies enable real-time data collection and analysis, remote control, and predictive maintenance, which are crucial for modern overcurrent protection strategies.

Benefits of Wireless Monitoring and IoT in Protection Systems

The integration...

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Generator Protection

Integration of Generator Predictive Maintenance

The reliable and efficient operation of power grids relies heavily on the effective protection of generators. Traditionally, generator protection focused on reacting to faults after they occur. However, advancements in sensor technology, data analytics, and machine learning are enabling a paradigm...