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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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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...

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Advanced protection against electromagnetic exposures and electric arc

HAZARDS AROUND While working live in the energized grid, presence of voltage around the workers requires special attention. However, live-line (live working) techniques are widely applied for decades, several accidents in the past prove that the level of safety must be improved to minimize...

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...

Building Automation Training

Optimizing Energy Consumption for a Sustainable Future

In today's world, where energy costs are on the rise and environmental concerns are paramount, building automation systems (BAS) are emerging as a powerful tool for achieving significant energy savings and fostering a more sustainable future. These intelligent systems act as the central nervous system of a building, seamlessly coordinating various subsystems like lighting, HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning), and security to optimize energy consumption and create a comfortable, efficient building environment.

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This article delves into the heart of building automation, exploring how it tackles the challenge of energy efficiency through a range of features and applications:

The Power of Smart Lighting: Traditional lighting systems often waste energy by illuminating unoccupied spaces. BAS integrate with occupancy sensors, which detect human presence and automatically adjust lighting levels. This not only reduces energy consumption but also extends lamp life, leading to further cost savings. Additionally,...

Communications

Stretching the Reach: BAS and Remote Building Management

In today's fast-paced world, building managers are often tasked with overseeing multiple properties spread across vast distances. Building Automation Systems (BAS) offer a solution by enabling remote monitoring and control of building systems. This allows for centralized management, improved...

Energy

Building a Breath of Fresh Air: BAS and Indoor Air Quality

Modern buildings prioritize energy efficiency and aesthetics, but sometimes at the expense of indoor air quality (IAQ). Poor IAQ can lead to respiratory problems, allergies, and decreased occupant comfort and productivity. Fortunately, Building Automation Systems (BAS) offer a powerful solution,...

HVAC

Wireless Sensor Networks and the Impact on HVAC Monitoring

Traditional building automation systems have often relied on a relatively sparse network of wired sensors to monitor temperature, humidity, and perhaps a few other basic parameters. Wireless sensor networks are disrupting this model, enabling the deployment of far denser arrays of sensors,...