Electrical Industry News for October 2025

SWEPCO has adjusted restoration times to account for complex repairs and potential weather impacts. The current estimate is for 95 percent of all customers in the Monte Ne area and 95 percent of all customers West of U.S., Hwy 71 B in Rogers who can receive power may be restored by 10 p.m., Sunday, June 2, if weather permits.  All remaining customers, who can receive power, should have power restored by 10 p.m. Friday, May 31. Restoration times may extend further in isolated instances w...

Powerful storms that rolled through SWEPCO’s three-state territory Tuesday caused significant damage in East Texas and Central Louisiana and slowed restoration progress in Northwest Arkansas, which was struck by severe weather that produced tornadoes over the weekend. Energy delivery system In addition to Longview, some areas impacted in East Texas include Henderson, New London, and Mineola. Across state lines, in central Louisiana, Many, Toledo Town, Hornbeck and Hicks also experienced...

SWEPCO has activated its storm response following extreme weather, which included three suspected tornadoes that caused considerable damage in Northwest Arkansas. More than of 500 utility professionals have been mobilized to aid in restoration efforts, including additional tree and line crews from throughout SWEPCO’s three-state service territory and sister utility, Public Service Company of Oklahoma (PSO). SWEPCO damage assessors Crews worked tirelessly to assess damage to SWEPCO&...

The hearts are with all the NWA residents, their families and restoration teams as recovery efforts continue. Major restoration efforts are underway in Northwest Arkansas following at least one tornado and other extreme weather impacts that barreled through the region early Sunday morning. SWEPCO assessors SWEPCO assessors have painstakingly itemized extensive repairs at nearly 500 unique locations Already, SWEPCO assessors have painstakingly itemized extensive repairs at nearly 500 unique l...

SWEPCO has activated its storm response following extreme weather, which may have included three tornadoes, that caused considerable damage in Northwest Arkansas.  The first step in the restoration process is to assess the damage after a storm. SWEPCO damage assessors are being deployed to look for downed power poles, wires, damaged transformers and other electrical equipment. Needed for restoring power These highly trained employees work to select the specialized tools, teams or identif...

Electrical contractor - Canyon State Electric (CSE) raised over $15,000 and had nearly forty walkers participate in the American Heart Association’s (AHA) 2024 Phoenix Heart Walk. This was CSE’s third year engaging in the walk, and the company has donated over $55,000 to the nonprofit to date. The company’s dedication to the AHA began in 2021 when Steven Maderazzo, Canyon State Electric’s founder, passed away unexpectedly from an aortic dissection.  “It was a...

For those who have wondered what keeps the wheels turning in those massive industrial plants? Well, here’s a little secret: it’s an Industrial Control System, or ICS for short. Although it might not be a term you hear every day, understanding what an ICS is could ignite a spark of interest in the tech-savvy soul. So, let’s dive into the world of ICS and unravel its mysteries. Demystifying Industrial Control Systems An Industrial Control System (ICS) is a complex network...

When it comes to electrical installations and maintenance, safety is of utmost importance. Even among professionals in the field, there is often a misunderstanding between 80% and 100% rated circuit breakers and their applications in panel design. Electrical original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), panel builders, contractors, and systems integrators are all involved in making decisions about which circuit breaker should be installed to carry the load requirements of various given systems in ma...

In the vast landscape of low-voltage electrical components for industrial applications, NOARK Electric has not only established itself as a global leader but has become synonymous with unparalleled quality and service excellence. As a manufacturer specializing in motor controls and circuit protection for machinery manufacturers, control panel builders and electrical OEMs, NOARK Electric consistently surpasses industry expectations. This article aims to provide insight into the core reasons...

Canyon State Electric (CSE) was ranked among Arizona’s top fifty private companies last week by Phoenix Business Journal as part of the 2022 Arizona Corporate Excellence Awards. Businesses across all industries were invited to an awards ceremony in Scottsdale to celebrate their achievements. The rankings measure independent, privately held companies headquartered in Arizona based on their yearly revenue. According to the Phoenix Business Journal, the top fifty companies generate a combine...