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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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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...

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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...

Electrical Protection

Coordinating Protection for Generator Safety

The reliable operation of a power grid hinges on the proper functioning of its generators. Protecting these critical assets from internal faults and external disturbances is paramount. However, achieving this protection presents a complex challenge – ensuring fast fault clearing times to safeguard generators while maintaining grid stability during transient events. This article explores the intricacies of coordinating generator protection schemes with other protective devices within the power grid, discussing the challenges involved and considerations for achieving optimal protection.

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Understanding Generator Protection Needs

Generator protection schemes are designed to detect and mitigate faults within the generator and its immediate surroundings. These schemes must address various abnormal conditions, including overloads, short circuits, and equipment failures, to prevent damage to the generator.

Critical Protection Functions

Overcurrent Protection: Safeguards against excessive current that can cause overheating and damage to the generator’s windings.
Differential Protection:...

Electrical Protection Articles

Lightning Protection Systems

Maintaining System Effectiveness: Inspection, Testing, and Upkeep

Lightning protection systems (LPS) play a critical role in safeguarding structures, equipment, and personnel from the damaging effects of lightning strikes. However, even the most well-designed LPS can lose its effectiveness if not properly maintained. Regular inspections, testing, and upkeep are...

Transformer Protection

Improving Grid Stability

Electrical transformers are vital components in power transmission and distribution systems, stepping up or down voltage levels to efficiently deliver electricity. However, these transformers are susceptible to various internal and external faults that can lead to catastrophic damage and widespread...

Cybersecurity for Protective Devices

Emerging Cybersecurity Technologies for Smart Grids

The smart grid revolutionizes the traditional power grid by introducing two-way communication, advanced monitoring capabilities, and integration of distributed energy resources. However, this increased connectivity brings with it new cybersecurity challenges. Emerging technologies are crucial for...