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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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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...

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

Solid-State Transformer Protection: A Game Changer?

The advent of solid-state transformer (SST) technology marks a significant evolution in the field of electrical transformer protection. Moving beyond the limitations of conventional oil-filled transformers, SSTs offer a promising alternative, boasting enhanced efficiency, reliability, and a host of unique protective features. This article delves into the potential of SSTs, examining how they could redefine the norms of transformer protection and system performance.

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The Rise of Solid-State Transformers (SSTs)

Unlike conventional transformers that rely on magnetic induction for voltage conversion, SSTs utilize power electronics to achieve the same functionality. They employ high-frequency switching devices like Insulated-Gate Bipolar Transistors (IGBTs) to convert AC to DC, perform voltage manipulation, and then convert back to AC at the desired output level.

Advantages of Solid-State Transformers

Enhanced Efficiency and Control

Solid-state transformers are known for their superior efficiency compared to traditional transformers. They minimize energy losses through...

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...

Lightning Protection Systems

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...

Transformer Protection

Protection for Smart Grid Integration

The concept of smart grids is revolutionizing the power delivery landscape. Characterized by two-way power flow, distributed generation, and increased reliance on automation, smart grids present unique challenges for traditional transformer protection schemes.These developments necessitate a...

Generator Protection

Modernizing Protection for Aging Generators

As the electrical grid continues to evolve, the challenge of maintaining effective protection for aging generators becomes increasingly significant. Many older generators operate with potentially outdated protection schemes that may not meet the current standards of efficiency and safety. This...