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Illuminating Decisions: EPRI Lights the Way for Modern Lighting Adoption

Facility managers and operators understand the critical role lighting plays in their daily operations.  Accounting for roughly 30% of a commercial building's energy load, lighting significantly impacts energy consumption and associated maintenance costs.  However, focusing solely on the initial fixture cost misses a crucial aspect of responsible lighting management – the long-term perspective.

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Beyond the Sticker Price: Unveiling the True Cost of Light

Modern lighting solutions promise a...

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Introducing Intelligent Power Today

Welcome to Intelligent Power Today Magazine, our publication that explores and explains the who, what, where, when, why and how of intelligent electrical devices, a collection of complex mechanical devices and sophisticated control systems used in industrial, commercial, and institutional...


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...

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Fire Prevention: Role of Lightning Protection in Mitigating Fire Risks

Lightning strikes pose a significant fire risk to buildings, structures, and natural areas, capable of igniting devastating fires within seconds. Lightning protection systems (LPS) play a crucial role in mitigating these risks by safely dissipating the electrical energy of a strike. This article examines the importance of lightning protection in fire prevention, detailing how these systems work and their benefits in safeguarding against lightning-induced fires.

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Fundamentals of Lightning-Induced Fires

Lightning strikes can generate intense heat and electrical currents capable of igniting combustible materials in buildings, trees, and other structures. The risk of fire is particularly high when lightning directly strikes a structure or when surges induced by a strike affect internal wiring and equipment.

Mechanism of Ignition

The mechanism of ignition in lightning-induced fires involves the intense heat generated by the electrical discharge, which can exceed 20,000°C, instantly vaporizing water in wood and...

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Protection Schemes for Commercial and Industrial Facilities

The strategies and recommended practices that apply to protection schemes for commercial and industrial facilities have evolved in the past decade. It is important that facilities managers and protection practitioners understand and embrace these developments. The key challenges arise from the new...