Give A Circuit Breaker A Break
There are basically two configurations for circuit breakers- Enclosed, and not enclosed. Michael was looking at a particularly shoddy collection of unenclosed circuit breakers. OK, they’re “easy to access”, but so are many other problems, he thought. The breakers were located near the building’s heavy vehicle entry point, which was open 24/7. Like all good electricians, he preferred not to have to worry whether the electrical systems he worked... Read More
Enclosed Circuit Breakers – Why They’re So Important
Enclosed circuit breakers are major power system circuit breakers. These are very heavy duty, high power Circuit Breakers, designed to manage power fluctuations in major power systems. As the name suggests, they are enclosed, typically in secure cabinets, and they manage entire power systems. They’re too important to the power system to leave out in the open. They need to be protected against accidental impacts, malicious use, and atmospheric issues.... Read More
What are Industrial Circuit Breakers Anyway?
Industrial circuit breakers are often utilized in just about every piece of manufacturing machinery today. The use of industrial circuit breakers has been more widely adapted since the mid 1990′s. According to a report by the Electricity Commission, people have become more aware of power fluctuation issues and the potential safety issues they can cause. Industrial circuit breakers Short circuits are considered a fluctuation or damage in the... Read More
The Need for Industrial Circuit Breakers
circuit breakers are used in both residential and non-residential applications. While many are familiar with residential Circuit Breakers, industrial circuit breakers serve an entirely different need. Circuit breakers are automatically-operated switches to protect the electrical circuit from damage. Regardless of the application, circuit breakers are always part of an important electrical safety plan. What is a circuit breaker? Circuit breakers are... Read More
What are Molded Case Industrial Circuit Breakers?
If the power goes out in a building, all someone has to do is flip a switch to have the power turned back on if industrial circuit breakers are used. Overloads and short circuits in conductors are protected against with the help of molded case industrial circuit breakers. What are Molded Case Industrial Circuit Breakers? Molded case industrial circuit breakers are like regular circuit breakers, but they are more universal and used when there is a... Read More
The Role of Low Voltage Industrial Circuit Breakers in Enduring Personnel Safety
Unsafe workplace conditions’ regarding electrical and industrial workers is an issue that has recently been thrust into the spotlight. This is due to ever increasing media and expert criticism regarding the number of injuries and deaths every year from electrical accidents in industrial environments. It was found in the United States in 2008 alone that over 2000 people were injured from electrical faults such as electrical arcing. Electrical... Read More
Will Cloud Computing Positively Have Switchboard Effect on Data Center Energy Consumption?
Cloud computing is the latest trend to rock the IT world, with large international internet service providers scrambling to secure their position in this developing sector. The consequent fervor caused by cloud computing has resulted in the emergence of numerous studies, papers, blogs, threads and discussions, which applaud the switchboard effect that cloud computing will have on the energy utilization of data centers. Research such as that undertaken... Read More
Understanding Miniature Industrial Circuit Breakers
Miniature industrial circuit breakers provide protection against excessive temperature increases of electric items in the case of over-currents that are caused by an overload or short circuit. Why Use Miniature Industrial circuit breakers? Miniature industrial Circuit Breakers are for operating a variety of different voltage levels. Often Type C and Type D miniature industrial circuit breakers are specifically for industrial use. They can be used... Read More
Understanding Medium Voltage Vacuum Circuit Breakers for Data Centers
Data centers and server rooms are both a critical and complex part of every business around the world. Regardless of the type of business today, when a server or system goes down, it can both disrupt day-to-day work by employees, as well as cost the business large amounts of money. As a result, medium voltage vacuum circuit breakers for data centers are becoming increasingly important in server room operations. Medium Voltage Vacuum Circuit Breakers... Read More
Upgrading Existing Breakers for Data Centers and its Effect on Energy Efficiency
No one is protected from the rapidly increasing pace of technological advancement and data centers are no exception. Recent research carried out by The Aperture Research Institute (ARI) (2007) showed that over a third of data centers were more that 4 years old. It is therefore not surprising that many center managers are dealing with an increasing internal and external demand concerning an update of equipment like breakers for data centers in their... Read More
The Oil Industrial Circuit Breaker
An oil industrial circuit breaker consists of gang-operated, three single pole switches whose contacts are completely immersed in oil. Most units have one grounded tank per phase although some designs may have all three phases housed in a single tank. The major components of an oil industrial circuit breaker are as follows: Two brushing per phase mounted in an oil-filled grounded tank. A contact assembly (interrupter) mounted on the bottom terminal... Read More
What are Switchgear Power Systems?
A switchgear which is also known as a switchgear power system is formed by the combination of fuses, disconnect switches and circuit breakers. It is used to isolate, disconnect and protect different electrical equipment in that specific power system. It is also used in order to cut all sources of electricity to certain equipment in order to allow personals to work on it without the risk of being electrocuted. It is also used to clear any faults downstream.... Read More
Types of Panelboards
There are two main types of panelboards, distribution or lighting and appliance. The primary focus of this article is distribution panelboards. They can be enclosed or open although the vast majority of distribution panels encountered in the real world are enclosed. There are six NEMA type specifications for enclosures. These NEMA enclosure types apply to all enclosures – not just panelboard enclosures. NEMA Spec Panelboards Type 1 enclosures... Read More
Why Use Switchgear Power Systems?
Switchgear is an electrical power system that contains circuit breakers, disconnect switches and a set of fuses. These switches are used to isolate and protect any equipment connected to the power supply system. These switches help protect equipment as they are designed in order to predict any electrical overload. Resulting from this, it will cut off the electrical power supply to that circuit until it can be fixed. Switchgears were invented and used... Read More
Uses for Professional Enclosed Circuit Breakers
Most individuals are familiar with circuit breakers. They are usually located in the basement or utility closet of a home and every so often they need to be turned back on if there is a power surge and the circuit breaker “trips.” Just like a residence requires a circuit breaker, so do professional buildings. However, they require professional Circuit Breakers, often known as enclosed circuit breakers. An electrical circuit breaker panel... Read More
Understanding Ground Bars
Ground bars, also called neutral bars, are widely used in both residential and commercial electrical service panel boards. Their purpose is to terminate all the white return wires (or white wires) from the multiple load circuits in the building. Ground Bars and Circuit Overloads Ground bars don’t actually have a lot to do with circuit overload protection. That job is performed by the circuit breaker. Besides the white wires inside the panelboard... Read More
Types of Industrial Circuit Breakers
Depending on the different types of equipment in use within a facility or plant, the types of industrial circuit breakers needed for safe electricity use will vary. Selection of Industrial circuit breakers It is very important to utilize the correct types of industrial Circuit Breakers that are required for a facility or plant. To begin, it may be prudent to have the supplier of industrial circuit breakers visit the facility in order fully understand... Read More
What is an Industrial Circuit Breaker?
In order for you to understand what an industrial circuit breaker is you must first learn what they are designed to do. These devices are electrical switches that are automatically operated, so they can provide protection to any electrical circuit from such occurrences as an overload, or a short circuit. Basically they are designed to detect a faulty condition, and discontinue the continuity of electrical flow. Industrial circuit breaker Fuses are... Read More
The Importance of Panelboards Regarding Electricity Distribution and Safety
In the modern world, the continuous and reliable distribution of electricity is extremely important for residential, commercial, industrial and infrastructural utilization. At the consumer end of the electrical supply chain switchboards and panelboards are responsible for not only the appropriately regulated energy distribution within an installation, but also for the safety of employees. For this reason, some authors have gone so far as to say that... Read More
Understanding Low-Voltage Industrial Circuit Breakers
The point of a circuit breaker is to keep too large of an amount of current out of a part of an electrical circuit. industrial circuit breakers complete the same task for a higher voltage level. Industrial circuit breakers are an incredibly important part of a piece of equipment or an entire electrical system’s safety protocol. Low-Voltage Industrial Circuit Breakers Industrial circuit breakers are categorized by voltage level. The IEEE divides... Read More
Three Switchgear Power Systems
A switchgear power system is a power system consisting of circuit breakers, fuses and disconnect switches. Switchgear is classified according to the insulation system it employs. There are therefore three types of switchgear power systems, Oil, gas and vacuum switchgear power system. An oil switchgear power system depends on vaporization of oil to blast a jet of oil through the arc. A gas switchgear system depends on the strength of gas usually SF6... Read More
Two Ways in Which Industrial Circuit Breakers Are Used
There are at least two separate ways where industrial circuit breakers are used – in power distribution and in machine or process controls. Most machine tool controls have at least one breaker used as the main disconnect. These are usually molded case designs and may be fused for further protection. Inside a machine or process control panel there may be several secondary circuit breakers for various control circuits. These are usually mounted... Read More
Technology Companies and the Industrial Circuit Breaker for Energy Consumption
Climate change has become an extremely contentious issue over the last few decades, with scientists, political figures and environmental groups attacking industries that they see as being environmentally unsustainable. One of the sectors which has recently been put under the microscope is Information Technology (IT), which may come as a surprise to many people, considering that the industry doesn’t exactly conjure up images of billowing black... Read More
Power Supply Manufacturer Products and Services
Power supply manufacturers provide a wide variety of products and services for customers. Power companies offer utility solutions for commercial and noncommercial clientele. If the standard products do not fit what the customer needs then custom products can be made my most power supply manufacturers. Power supply manufacturers are available to give the best service to its customers. Products sold by Power Supply Manufacturers Power supply manufacturers... Read More
Ratings of Breakers for Data Centers
Regardless of their size, data centers are a huge cost of ownership for businesses and their owners. Electrical power is now 30 percent on average of the operating cost of a data center today. Over the last 10 years, the average power requirement at a data center?s rack has gone from two kilowatts to 10 kilowatts. In order to deliver all this power efficiently and safely, IT professionals charged with managing today’s data centers are deploying... Read More
Reasons Why Industrial Circuit Breakers for Data Centers are Important
Most individuals are familiar with circuit breakers for residences. They are often located in an attic or basement inside a breaker box or panelboard. Industrial circuit breakers for data centers, while similar in principal, however, are very different in capacity and process. What is are Breakers? Breakers act to limit the total amount of electrical flowing through a circuit. A common household breaker is limited to 20 amperes. That means a household... Read More
Reducing Server Power Consumption and Breakers for Data Centers
Rapidly increasing energy costs have had a great financial impact worldwide, and business and industry are not exempt from this increased pressure. The IT industry in particular is a field that has been hard hit by rising energy expenses. In 2006 alone IT infrastructures in the US were reported to have spent over 4.5 billion dollars on energy. It consequently makes sense that the industry is searching for innovative new ways to save on energy bills.... Read More
The Differences between Industrial Circuit Breakers and Residential Circuit Breakers
While both industrial circuit breakers and residential circuit breakers perform the same type of job, they vary greatly in the overall electricity capacity they can handle. The main similarity, however, is that they should be handled with care, as mistakes working with electricity can have deadly results. industrial circuit breakers Industrial circuit breakers can handle a much larger electrical current over residential Circuit Breakers. Factories,... Read More
The Air Blast Industrial Circuit Breaker
Air blast industrial circuit breaker are used today from 11 to 1100 KV for a range of applications. They offer several advantages: faster operations, suitability for related operation, auto-reclosure, unit type multi-break construction, simple assembly, and modest maintenance. A compressor plant is necessary to maintain high air pressure in the receiver. Air blast industrial circuit breakers are used for interconnected lines as well as lines... Read More
Ten Classifications of Switchgear Power Systems
Switchgear is the combination of electrical devices (such as circuit breakers, fuses and switches) that are used to protect, isolate and control electrical equipment. Switchgear has two functions, to clear out electrical faults and de-energize electrical equipment. switchgear power systems protect the short circuits and overloads fault currents while at the same time providing services to unaffected areas of the circuit. Switchgear power systems... Read More
Sulfur Hexafluoride Industrial Circuit Breakers
The high voltage industrial circuit breakers in use today are much more advanced as opposed to those that were first introduced more than a half a century ago. Current interrupted in high-voltage industrial circuit breakers is achieved by separating two contacts in a medium, such as sulfur hexafluoride, which has arc dampening properties. After separation, the current is carried through an arc and is ultimately interrupted when the arc is cooled... Read More
Safety Precautions for Industrial Circuit Breakers
When dealing with circuit breakers of any kind, safety is vital for every task large or small since electricity is involved. industrial circuit breakers in themselves are safety devices because they work to cut off the power to a building when there is too much of an electrical current flowing through the wires. However, there are safety precautions that can be taken to prevent any electrical problems or harm to people. There is also a product that... Read More
Replacing Industrial Circuit Breakers
Part of a plant or shop manager’s many different responsibilities is to have industrial circuit breakers repaired or replaced, if needed. By thinking about this issue before it develops can help minimize a facility’s downtime, as well as ensure everyone who works at the facility, as well as the facility itself, stays safe. industrial circuit breakers in Large Facilities Large facilities such as warehouses and factories have industrial circuit... Read More
Replacing and Retrofilling an Industrial Circuit Breaker
An electrical distribution system is similar to any other mechanical device: when it’s new there is much you have to do. But in time, due to increased electrical loads, expansion, or just age – an electrical system is going to need routine maintenance to ensure quality function. One of the most vital components of any electrical distribution system is the industrial circuit breaker-and as result, especially if your building/system is... Read More
Repairing and Replacing Industrial Circuit Breakers
It is important to know how to repair or replace an industrial circuit breaker in case one fails. There is definitely risk involved with any work regarding circuit breakers so if there is any doubt for safety, call in a professional. Certified electricians and professionals from power suppliers should handle the repairs and replacements for industrial circuit breakers. It is a dangerous process, especially if you are unsure of what to do. Follow... Read More
Ground Bars and Inefficiency Data Centers
Responsibly Managing Energy Consumption The amount of power consumed by IT facilities, in particular data centers, is a topic of increasing debate in the international community. The primary reason for this is the massive quantity of green house gases produced from the generation of large amounts of non-renewable energy. Data establishments are consequently being labeled as both financially and environmentally unsustainable, and businesses are being... Read More
Purchasing New Industrial Circuit Breakers vs. Used Industrial Circuit Breakers
Saving funds on circuit breakers In today’s economy, many companies are looking for any way to save essential funds in order to keep the business healthy. As a result, some companies may consider utilizing used industrial circuit breakers instead of purchasing new industrial circuit breakers. Used Industrial Circuit Breakers If the industrial circuit breakers that require replacement are less than ten years old, there is a good chance a used... Read More
Protection Provided by Industrial Circuit Breakers
circuit breaker Safety Checks Plant and facility managers work hard to protect their facility, their employees and their facility’s equipment with appropriate circuit protection through the use of industrial circuit breakers. It is important, however, that the industrial circuit breakers in use are of the appropriate level for that facility’s electrical system in order to avoid the risk of premature failure, overheating or some other type of major... Read More
Problems When Installing an Industrial Circuit Breaker
circuit breaker Installation There are a few problems that can occur during the installation process for iindustrial circuit breakers. Knowing about the potential issues and knowing what to do if the problem is encountered is key in performing any type of work with electricity and industrial circuit breakers. Possible Problems When Installing an Industrial Circuit Breaker Some of the problems that can be encountered when installing an industrial circuit... Read More
Power Flow and Control of Industrial Circuit Breakers
The Importance of a Industrial circuit breaker industrial circuit breakers are an important part of a power system’s safety process. Industrial electric circuit breakers are automatically-operated switches that are used to prevent potential equipment damage or personal injury. It is important, however, that the correct industrial Circuit Breakers are used to mange the correct power flow. What are Industrial Circuit Breakers? Industrial circuit... Read More
Power Monitoring and Breakers for Data Centers
Data Centers a Complex System Data center power monitoring has evolved from basic metering systems to complex communication, network and software systems. There are a number of considerations, however, when selecting and deploying a power monitoring system, which should always include tracking breakers for data centers. Understanding Power Monitoring Data centers are definitely considered “mission critical” in today’s business climate.... Read More
Panelboards and the Industrial Circuit Breaker
The term panelboards covers two types of electrical panels: distribution and lighting/appliance. Distribution panels divide electrical power into subsidiary circuits. Lighting Control Panels do much the same thing but are usually dedicated to providing the power for a building’s lighting system. In most industrial applications they are three-phase although single-phase lighting panels are used occasionally. Lighting panels generally carry less... Read More
New Research Paper Focuses on Avoiding Downtime and Breakers for Data Centers
In a recently released paper, with data collected by Forrester, focused on how businesses can avoid downtime and focus on disaster recovery as an important part of data center management. Minimizing Downtime and Improving Disaster Recovery According to Forrester’s research, the best disaster recovery plans are often well conceived, but poorly cared for, often due to a lack of resources more than a lack of interest. Only a small percentage of... Read More
Monitoring Industrial Circuit Breakers
Buildings should be protected against power overloads and a monitoring system for industrial circuit breakers can be the answer to help protect against any dangers as well as unnecessary costs. The advanced technology of the monitoring systems is what makes it a necessity to be installed for industrial circuit breakers. How Does an Industrial circuit breaker Monitoring System Work? The monitoring system works through a wireless system. Some monitoring... Read More
Maintenance for Industrial Circuit Breakers: Vital Prevention to Keep a School or University Operating
The concept and value of a power distribution at a school or university is vital; it must always function. Students and faculty expect all essential electrical systems to be working appropriately. If it isn’t, the educational machine ceases and critical activities such as lectures and research come to a screeching halt. Industrial circuit breakers are the cornerstone of an institution’s power-distribution system, and then are several warning... Read More
Low Voltage Power Systems Utilizing Fuses and Industrial Circuit Breakers
Many plant managers in both industrial and commercial industries use both fuses and industrial circuit breakers in concert in low voltage power systems. However, Traditional Time Current (TCC) analysis is known not to completely and fully identify which is used when. Therefore, manufacturers of fuses and industrial circuit breakers are careful to provide specific guidelines for product selection. Traditional Time Current Analysis and Industrial circuit... Read More
Large Information Technology Companies and the Industrial Circuit Breaker for Energy Consumption
Climate change has become an extremely contentious issue over the last few decades, with scientists, political figures and environmental groups attacking industries that they see as being environmentally unsustainable. One of the sectors which has recently been put under the microscope is Information Technology (IT), which may come as a surprise to many people, considering that the industry doesn’t exactly conjure up images of billowing black... Read More
Industry Standards for Industrial Circuit Breakers
Industry standards are an important part of ensuring all products are safe and will function as expected. This is especially vital when it comes to products that manage and conduct electrical current and equipment. Classifications of industrial circuit breakers There are two main classifications of industrial circuit breakers; molded-case circuit breakers and low-voltage power Circuit Breakers. Each of these circuit breakers has different design characteristics... Read More
Industrial Circuit Breakers: The Basics
The industrial circuit breaker is an extremely critical mechanism within the electrical system mostly for the measure of safety that it provides. The reason is simple: whenever the electrical wiring in a structure (i.e. building, facility, home) has too much current flowing through it, the industrial circuit breaker cuts the power until someone can fix the problem. Without the existence of circuit breakers, household and facility electricity would... Read More
Industrial Circuit Breakers and OEMs
More and more companies are utilizing OEMs, ultimately creating a new level of demand for these manufacturing companies. This is especially true with industrial circuit breakers where needs and standards can vary wildly, depending on the ordering company. The challenge, therefore, is the need to continuously work to meet complex requirements for industrial circuit breakers for each customer and their brands. What is an OEM? An OEM (original equipment... Read More
Industrial Circuit Breaker Maintenance
The maintenance and testing of industrial circuit breakers is crucial because of their important role. There are different kinds of maintenance actions that can be taken for different types of circuit breakers, such as molded case, low-voltage, medium-voltage, and high voltage Circuit Breakers. The frequency of maintenance as well as maintenance procedures differ depending on what type of circuit breakers you are dealing with. As always, safety should... Read More
Industrial Circuit Breaker, a Different Device
When most people think of a circuit breaker they think of the little black switch that trips when they try to run the toaster and microwave at the same time. The industrial circuit breaker is a very different device. These can be similar in size and configuration to the common breaker but they can be as big as a room and operate at tens of thousands of volts and thousands of amps. There are several types available from a variety of manufacturers.... Read More
Identifying the Differences Between an Industrial Circuit Breaker and a Safety Switch
A common misconception is that industrial circuit breakers and safety switches perform the same functions. On the contrary, safety switches provide personal protection in case there is an abnormal amount of electricity flowing through a circuit while industrial circuit breakers are responsible for protecting the electrical circuits. Learn about the other ways that industrial circuit breakers and safety switches differ. What is an Industrial circuit... Read More
IEEE Standards for Industrial Circuit Breakers
The design of reliable commercial and industrial circuit breakers is important to variety of people involved with electrical engineering and the electrical field as a whole. A critical part for these professionals is how to properly estimate the frequency of voltage generated throughout a system, including industrial circuit breakers. One organization who works hard to keep electrical standards high and well documented is the IEEE. What is the IEEE? The... Read More
How to Select an Industrial Circuit Breaker
Any time work on an electrical system is required, it is very important that the utmost care is taken and all recommended safety precautions and best practices are followed. The same holds true when working with an industrial circuit breaker. It is important, however, to make sure when selecting an industrial circuit breaker, that the right piece of equipment is selected based on the system’s capacity level. Selecting an Industrial Circuit Breaker Regardless... Read More
How to Buy the Most Energy Efficient Breakers for Data Centers
It is indeed true that most of the data centers that exist usually consume a lot of energy and that is why great care must always be given to the type of equipment from every outlet to each of the breakers for data centers. Getting the wrong type of equipment is not only a very dangerous thing but it can also lead to a great number of losses and inconveniences and that is another reason why each and very person that is responsible for the correct... Read More
How Much Electricity Can Industrial Circuit Breakers Manage?
circuit breakers have come a long way from when Thomas Edison applied for his circuit breaker patent in 1879. Today, Circuit Breakers are used to protect an electrical system, regardless if it is for a residential or commercial location. Industrial circuit breakers are electrical devices used to break an electrical circuit during a power overload. Industrial circuit breakers are switches that are automatically tripped to protect a power system from... Read More
How Does an Industrial Circuit Breaker Work?
An industrial circuit breaker has common features that can be found in all other types of these devices. The details may vary quite substantially between the different voltage classes or current ratings. This is why someone that lives in the United Kingdom cannot use a breaker that was manufactured for use in the United States. The voltage class is different in the United Kingdom than it is in the United States. Products designed for one country will... Read More
Fuses and Industrial Circuit Breakers
Fuses and industrial circuit breakers both work to keep electrical devices functioning in a safe manner. Overcurrent protection devices are essential in electrical systems to limit threats to individuals and property. What is a Fuse? A fuse is a type of overcurrent protection device. The most important component of a fuse is a metal wire or strip that melts when too much current flows, which interrupts the circuit. The fuse interrupts blows so further... Read More
Facts on the Low Voltage Types of an Industrial Circuit Breaker
The industrial circuit breaker is not just a device that performs one action. These are multiple devices of differing types, but typically they perform the same actions just in different ways. The biggest differences that are found in these items are the differences in the voltages that they control. The industrial circuit breaker that is designed to operate in domestic applications, commercial applications, and industrial applications providing less... Read More
Facebook Demystifies Data Center Design and Breakers for Data Centers
Everyone can agree that Facebook has gone from a small dorm room start-up to a force in the computing and internet industries. As a result, the company was having significant issues finding the right equipment for their server rooms, including breakers for data centers. So, they developed the “Open Compute Project.” The Open Compute Project and Breakers for Data Centers The Open Compute Project was started about a year ago with the goal... Read More
Energy Management and Information Technology Companies: The Industrial Circuit Breaker
“Google It” has become the modern answer to almost any question, with the general public accustomed to having specialized knowledge on a magnitude of topics directly at their fingertips. A story printed by the Sunday Times in 2009 however, caused laypeople to begin questioning their computing habits, as it blatantly discussed the potential environmental impact associated with contemporary computing practices and the Industrial circuit... Read More
Electricity and Industrial Circuit Breaker Technology Fundamentals
Electricity and its components can be a complicated subject. Breaking down some of the different components and elements involved in electricity can ultimately help to better understand the workings of industrial circuit breakers. What are Amps, Volts, and Watts and How are They Related to industrial circuit breakers? Amps, which is short for amperes, is the unit of measure for electric currents that flow through an electrical wire. Since electricity... Read More
Different Industrial Circuit Breaker Types
There are several different industrial circuit breaker types that can be used in both commercial application and by the average homeowner. The different types of devices are each designed to be used in different applications depending on the voltage requirements you have and how you need the breaker to function. Some are made to handle the currents of low voltage systems and some are designed to handle the currents of high voltage systems. Industrial... Read More
Determining the Types of Industrial Circuit Breakers
A circuit breaker is an automatically operated electrical switch designed to protect an electrical circuit from damage that is caused by an overload or short circuit. The fundamental purpose of the industrial circuit breakers is to detect a fault condition, interrupt continuity and immediately discontinue electrical flow. Conversely, a fuse is used one time and then needs to be replaced. An industrial circuit breaker can be reset in order to resume... Read More
Data Center Infrastructure Management and Breakers for Data Centers
As data centers become more and more complex, management of those data centers and breakers for data centers can be very cumbersome and complicated when attempting to combine IT infrastructure management with building management. The use of data center infrastructure management (DCIM) tools can help bridge the gap between these two important areas, while ultimately creating a more energy efficient and safe workplace. What is Data Center Infrastructure... Read More
Cleaning an Industrial Circuit Breaker
Cleaning an industrial circuit breaker can be tricky. Always take the proper precautions for safety when dealing with any type of electrical equipment. Part of the maintenance process for industrial circuit breaker involves actually cleaning them. There can be major issues if they are not cleaned properly. Be prepared with the right tools and taking the proper safety precautions. What Happens if industrial circuit breakers are Not Cleaned? There... Read More
Key Points to Prevent Major Problems with Breakers for Data Centers
Breakers for Data Centers: Power and Design The correct set up for a server room or data center isn’t always in the forefront of a small business owner’s mind. However, when you consider all the systems and mission-critical tasks that take place within the equipment housed within a data center or server room, it certainly should be near the top of the list. There are a number of points every small business owner should consider when designing... Read More
Efficient Breakers Make Reliable Data Centers
Breakers for Data Centers and Reducing Server Downtime For the IT or data center manager, downtime is always a prime concern. In today’s business model, downtime isn’t just an inconvenience. It can mean lost revenue. According to a 2009 survey of the Data Center User’s Group, efficiency was listed as a primary concern by more than 47 percent of data center professionals polled. This ultimately makes energy and energy saving the second... Read More
Industrial Circuit Breakers…Supplying The Global Need
A Brief Overview of the Low Voltage Industrial circuit breaker The increasing global use of large amounts of electricity to fulfill residential, commercial, industrial and infrastructural needs has meant the furtherance of devices which ensure the continual distribution of electrical energy, as well as the safety of personnel around electrical systems. One of these devices in particular, which has shown great technological advancement since the 1980′s... Read More
How to Spot Fake Circuit Breakers
Beware of Counterfeit Breakers for Data Centers In recent years, many electrical equipment manufacturers have been battling against counterfeit equipment in the courts to protect both their bottom line and those who unfortunately discover they have counterfeit circuit breakers installed. Many electrical equipment manufacturers have been exposing counterfeiters and those who sell counterfeit products. Recently, in the United States District Court in... Read More
What to Know About Your Industrial Circuit Breaker
Basics of industrial circuit breakers Industrial circuit breakers serve the purpose of protecting electrical circuits from overload. Electrical flow is stopped immediately in the electrical wiring and as a result, all electrical power leading from that breaker is shut down. In addition to controlling the electrical flow in the form of amperes (amps), industrial circuit breakers also monitor the flow on a continuous basis. The design varies if the... Read More
Industrial Circuit Breakers Need to Have a Arc Interruption
Arc Interruption and industrial circuit breakers Arc interruption is an important part of the use of industrial circuit breakers for both the safety of those who work in a facility as well as the facility itself. Therefore using the correct type of industrial circuit breakers to match the electrical current that will flow through the system. What is Arc Interruption? Miniature low-voltage Circuit Breakers use air alone to extinguish the arc. Larger... Read More
Accessories for Industrial Circuit Breakers
Just like any other type of gadget or piece of technology industrial circuit breakers have many possible accessories that can work with them. The accessories that are available for industrial circuit breakers range from products that help the breaker fit better in the frame to products that add more protection. Most accessories for industrial circuit breakers can be installed externally for convenience.. Industrial circuit breaker Accessories for... Read More
Low Voltage Industrial Circuit Breakers
A Brief Overview of the Low Voltage Industrial circuit breaker The increasing global use of large amounts of electricity to fulfill residential, commercial, industrial and infrastructural needs has meant the furtherance of devices which ensure the continual distribution of electrical energy, as well as the safety of personnel around electrical systems. One of these devices in particular, which has shown great technological advancement since the 1980′s... Read More
