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Most Important Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Arc flash Study – What you need to Know!

Are you having confusion regarding Arc Flash Study? Don't know how and when to carry it out? Or you just need a brief answer to all your queries?

We have seen many people who are confused regarding arc flash study and they have many questions to as...

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[NEC Guide] Importance of Achieving Selective Coordination for Critical Power Systems!

One of the most important parts of any facility is the electrical distribution system.

Nothing will stop all activity, halt production, cause inconvenience and possibly panic, more than a major power failure.

Selective coordination is critical fo...

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Plugging Two Extension Cords Together is Dangerous! Here’s Why You Shouldn't Attach Two

Extension cords enable us to deliver power where needed. However, an extension cord is just a temporary solution, and should not be used as a long-term extension of your household's electrical system.

Extension cords are designed to carry a certai...

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Short Circuit Study – Most Frequently Asked Questions in 2019!

Are you having confusions regarding Short Circuit Study? Don't know how and when to carry it out? Or you just need a brief answer to your query? Go ahead and read the blog to know about this important power systems study all in all!

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The Top 6 Causes of Electrical Fires and how to prevent them

Home electrical fires account for an estimated 51,000 fires each year, nearly 500 deaths, more than 1,400 injuries, and $1.3 billion in property damage.

It is important to be aware of the dangers and potential causes of electrical fires in order to...

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Arc Rated Vs. Flame Resistant Clothing – Important Difference Need To Know

When the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) replaced the term "Flame Resistance (FR)" with "Arc-Rated (AR)" in its 2012 edition of the NFPA 70E, it stirred confusion among many.

What was the difference between FR and AR?

The short answer...

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[2019 Statistics] Arc Flash Explosions Occur Every Day – Arc Flash Accidents

A report published in Industrial Safety and Hygiene News estimated that, on average, there are 30,000 arc flash incidents every year. The report went on to estimate that those incidents resulted in an average annual totals of 7,000 burn injuries, 2

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Electrical Safety Program - Why Your Company Needs an Electrical Safety Program

Look around you.

You will find that nearly everything we use today is powered by electricity.

As electricity has become ubiquitous in every factory and office, awareness of the necessary safety standards becomes indispensable for every worker and

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(Selection Guide) - How to Select the Right Fuse for Power Systems Protection

"A fuse is essentially a metal wire or strip that heats up and melts when too much current flows through it, thereby opening the circuit and interrupting the current flow."

In order to select the right fuse for a given system, it is impera...

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NFPA 70E 2018 – An Overview of 4 Different Arc Flash PPE Categories

An unfortunate truth about Arc Flash incidents is that they can occur regardless of training. Without proper protective measures, workers are left exposed to dangerous conditions and have to suffer the consequences. Every year, more than 2,000 peop...

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