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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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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...

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...

Electrical Protection

Digital Protection Relays for Generators

The reliable operation of power grids hinges on the effective protection of generators. Traditional electromechanical relays have served this purpose for decades, but they have limitations in terms of functionality, flexibility, and communication capabilities. Digital protection relays, powered by microprocessors and advanced algorithms, have emerged as the cornerstone of modern generator protection strategies. This article explores the applications and benefits of digital protection relays, highlighting their advanced features that revolutionize generator protection.

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Core Functionalities of Digital Protection Relays

Digital protection relays bring a host of advanced features that surpass the capabilities of traditional electromechanical relays, marking a new era in generator protection.

Microprocessor-Based Controls

At the heart of digital relays are microprocessors that facilitate precise and rapid processing of electrical parameters, enabling accurate detection and clearance of faults. This technology allows for complex algorithms that can adapt to the specific characteristics and operational...

Electrical Protection Articles

Overcurrent and Short Circuit Protection

Smart Relays and Intelligent Control

In the realm of electrical protection, the advent of smart relays and intelligent control systems has revolutionized overcurrent and short circuit protection. These advanced technologies enhance the precision, responsiveness, and adaptability of protective systems, significantly improving the...

Lightning Protection Systems

Mesh Conductor Systems: Modern Solutions for Lightning Protection on Complex Roof Structures

Mesh conductor systems represent a significant advancement in the field of lightning protection, offering a modern solution for safeguarding buildings with complex roof geometries. This article explores the functionality, advantages, and considerations of mesh conductor systems, providing insight...

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...