Electrical Industry News for November 2025

Circuit breakers are an essential component of any modern electrical system. Designed to protect the home or business from potential overloads or short circuits, these devices are the first line of defense against electrical fires. There are, however, situations where remote tripping of the circuit breaker may be required. It could be for operational reasons, for example, being able to turn off machinery from the switch room, which is not in the same location as the machine. Fire alarm or secu...

Circuit breakers serve crucial functions. They rapidly stop faulty electric currents to prevent costly damage to equipment. Their designs differ depending on intended use and load capacities. Two common categories are Molded Case Circuit Breakers and Air Circuit Breakers. Though each disconnects power during problems, they have unique attributes. These make one preferred over the other for a given installation or application. Therefore, it’s useful for installers to know th...

In need of industrial control components? NOARK Electric’s Ex9RCA Safety Control Relays are the ideal solution for protecting the power systems. What are Safety Control Relays? Safety control relays are like the unsung heroes of industrial safety. They act as the gatekeepers of machinery and equipment, ensuring everything runs smoothly and, most importantly, safely. These devices monitor and control the flow of electricity to prevent hazardous situations by detecting abnormal conditions...

NOARK Electric going to dive into the phenomenon of arc flash and the need for its mitigation. Now, people might be wondering, “What on earth is arc flash?” By the end of this blog post, they’ll have a clear understanding of what it is and why it’s important to mitigate the impact. What is Arc Flash Reduction? According to NEC Article 240.87, arc energy reduction is required for circuit breaker applications of ratings 1200A and above. The requirement from the code incl...

A contactor is an electromechanical switch used to switch an electrical power circuit. Unlike manual switches, contactors can be handled remotely and are developed to handle high currents, making them essential in many industrial applications. Their most common application involves control of electric motors. Other applications include lighting, heating, capacitor banks, and other electrical loads.  In the world of industrial automation, overseeing the direction of electric motors is nece...

Recognizing the need for enhanced safety measures, engineers have developed the Arc Flash Reduction System to address the risks associated with arc flashes. Arc flash reduction systems are an advanced technology integrated into modern circuit breakers to minimize the occurrence and severity of arc flash events. It operates by detecting the onset of an arc flash and rapidly extinguishing it before it can escalate into a full-blown incident. What are the risks associated with arc flash? Arc fla...

NOARK Electric are going to dive into the world of digital storage centers and see how control and power distribution products keep these critical information hubs running smoothly. While they may not be the most glamorous gadgets in the tech industry, these essential components play a vital role in ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and safety of digital storage centers. So, let’s embark on this journey to explore how control and power distribution products are the unsung champions of...

In January 2025, NOARK Electric joined its parent company, the CHINT Group, a pioneering global smart energy solutions provider, in unveiling its global 2030 sustainable development strategy, marking a milestone in its commitment to building a diversified future. The strategy was launched in collaboration with thousands of supply chain partners and Chief Sustainability Officers (CSOs) of the Group’s key subsidiaries. 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development NOARK is proud to exemplify th...

Circuit Breakers are designed to provide overcurrent protection for electrical networks and connected loads. Short Circuit Current protection is one such example of overcurrent protection and very often needs to be done in a coordinated way to ensure full protection at every level of the electrical network. In protection coordination schemes, electrical designers may design the system as fully rated or series rated systems in order to achieve short circuit current protection. Understanding...

NOARK Electric is now offering two families of 1500 VDC disconnect switches as new additions to the DC product catalog. The new disconnect switches are DC voltage rated up to 1500V (volts) and offer short-time withstand ratings up to 150 kA (kilo-amperes). ASD25 DC Disconnect Switches NOARK Electric ASD25 DC disconnect switches are available in current ratings of 800A–2500A with short‐time withstand current up to 150kA @ 1500 Vdc. The ASD25 DC disconnect switch features a poles‐in-seri...

Design engineers should know how transformers work so they can design machinery that operates optimally within the proper voltage ranges. Because the equipment that these engineers design will interface with electrical systems, they need to know the correct voltage and current levels to prevent malfunctions or damage and ensure safety. Ratings for specific applications It is important for machine design engineers to understand how transformers work so they can design machinery that operates o...

NOARK Electric’s A40 Power Circuit Breakers are available up to 4000 amps and are capable of interrupting ratings up to 100 kA at 635V and 85 kA at 847V. UL Listed and CSA Certified, the A40 family of products provides design standardization for OEM’s no matter where they do business. A40 breakers offer a broad range of available trip units, accessories, and communications options. They are the ideal OEM solution for low-voltage switchgear and customized power distribution assemblie...

Throughout industrial manufacturing, motors play a very important role in the advancement of processes and the handling or transformation of materials from raw materials to finished products or services. To ensure a reliable and efficient start-up of a machine, the correct starting method should be chosen to minimize stress on the motor and ensure a smooth start-up. This article is the second installment of a four-part series designed to educate readers about the different motor starting m...

Since being established in 1988 in Alberta, Select Electrical Enterprises Ltd. (SEEL), a privately owned electrical, automation and controls company, has been providing the electrical community with efficient service, through locations in Mayerthorpe, Alberta, and Stony Plain, Alberta, where they manufacture custom VFD and control packages. SEEL prides itself on providing professional, personal, precise and reliable service. A high standard of support is provided to their clients, during and af...

In the world of electrical safety, enclosed breakers play a pivotal role. Imagine a robust fortress protecting the electrical circuits from the chaos of overloads and short circuits. That’s exactly what NOARK’s enclosed breakers do! These circuit breakers are housed within a protective enclosure, designed not just for functionality, but for maximum durability.  What Are Enclosed Breakers?  Enclosed breakers are circuit breakers that come encased in a sturdy box — t...

Meta Power Solutions is revolutionizing the electrical sector with their innovative products designed in an expedient and productive manner. Meta Power Solutions are pioneers in manufacturing oil-filled power and distribution transformers in North America. MPS designs and builds a variety of standard and custom transformers that serve utilities, oil and gas, mining, commercial construction, solar systems, and bitcoin mining industries. Through their technical design expertise, diverse product o...

Prosynergic, a manufacturer agent backed by over 30 years’ specialization in automation, motion control, mechatronics and machine safety, represents NOARK Electric in the Quebec Region. Gilles Laberge who founded Prosynergic in 2017, said, “We believe that representing NOARK in Quebec, enables us to offer highest quality low voltage electrical products and components quickly and efficiently to the end users. We are confident that with NOARK’s reputation for quick deliveries, t...

Emergency assessment and response is well underway by SWEPCO crews across the service area after powerful storms brought damaging winds, hail, and severe flooding to parts of the ArkLaTex. As of 10 a.m. Thursday, approximately 10,000 customers across northwest Louisiana are without power. At the peak, approximately 16,800 customers were without power. Flooding creates a unique and dangerous restoration environment. Flooding can make it more difficult to safely make repairs, which may result in...

SWEPCO crews began efforts to get the lights back on for its customers soon after the multi-state storms passed late Sunday evening. Storm damage was far-reaching with a headline-making weather system that spanned the nation’s heartland and spawned hundreds of tornadoes across the Midwest including four confirmed by the National Weather Service within SWEPCO’s service territories in Northwest Louisiana. An army of more than 1,200 utility professionals, including lineworkers and tre...

The American Electric Power Foundation (AEP Foundation), at the recommendation of Southwestern Electric Power Company (SWEPCO), has awarded Community Renewal International (CRI) a $50,000 grant. The funding will support eleven Community Renewal Friendship Houses and their programs throughout Shreveport and Bossier communities. Community Renewal International is a faith-based non-profit organization dedicated to fostering safe and caring communities by bringing neighbors and residents together....

The American Electric Power Foundation (AEP Foundation), at the recommendation of Southwestern Electric Power Company (SWEPCO), has awarded CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) of Titus, Camp, and Morris Counties with a $10,000 grant. The funding will be directed towards the implementation of the Grace Cases & Clothing project, which aims to provide essential items for children who are removed from their homes due to unfortunate circumstances. CASA of Titus, Camp, and Morris Counties,...

LOVATO Electric proudly announces the opening of a state-of-the-art department dedicated to the production of electronic boards (SMT) at its headquarters in Bergamo. A significant step forward in the company’s expertise in the design and production of electronic devices. The sale of electronic products, particularly related to machinery automation, e-mobility, and photovoltaics, has become increasingly important for the company in recent years. LOVATO Electric’s first electronic pro...

Electrical contractor - Canyon State Electric (CSE) is beginning construction on the Portico luxury condominiums located in north Scottsdale, just northeast of Scottsdale Road and the 101 Loop. The project broke ground in May and is estimated to be completed in June 2024. Portico features 112 homes across nine five-story buildings, with units priced from $900,000 to $2 million. Each unit offers up to 2,768 square feet of indoor living space along with private terraces and amenities, such as an...

Electrical contractor - Canyon State Electric (CSE) has been named American Subcontractors Association of Arizona’s (ASA) subcontractor of the year for 2023. The Phoenix-based company was honored during ASA’s “Renewing the Future” awards gala last week.  “It means the world to Canyon State Electric to be given this award,” said Robert Hughes, CSE President, adding “One of our core values is innovation. We aim to be a driving force for our industry,...

Canyon State Electric (CSE) received national recognition last week from Independent Electrical Contractors (IEC) for excellence in safety. From a group of 3,600 member businesses nationwide, CSE was among one dozen companies with the distinction of Superior Achievement in Safety.  The award, which was announced during IEC’s annual SPARK conference, scores a safety department in over twenty categories, including upper management/owner commitment, employee participation, use of person...