Rigid metal conduit (RMC) News

More than 25,000 Ark-La-Tex residents have had their power restored following back-to-back storms on the heels of the Great American Eclipse. SWEPCO mobilized a workforce of nearly 900 people to aid in restoration efforts and redeployed resources to areas in need as work was completed elsewhere. Please be assured, crews are working to get every customer who can receive power back on. The multi-day restoration effort has required crews to leverage resources on the ground, in the air, and on boa...

Countries around the world have backed the economic, social, and sustainability advantages of energy efficiency. In a joint statement issued at the IEA’s Annual Global Conference on the issue in Brussels, ministers and senior officials representing 47 governments reaffirmed “the role energy efficiency plays to ensure affordable and secure energy services for our citizens, enhance competitiveness of our businesses, and safeguard the energy security of our nations.” Joint state...

Promoting professional growth by focusing on the development of cross-disciplinary and interdisciplinary skills is one of Comau's objectives. The company sees people as the driving force behind the ingenuity and creativity that have enabled it to design advanced and innovative industrial solutions for over 50 years. This is why Comau has chosen to join, as the first corporate ambassador, the MEsp@rt project, which aims to leverage the knowledge acquired in competitive sports for success in th...

LIFTKET Group GmbH, one of the world’s major providers of electric chain hoists and lifting solutions for industrial and entertainment applications, announced the appointment of Benjamin Göldner as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO), effective October 1, 2025. In this newly defined role, he will be responsible for overseeing Sales, Marketing, and Innovation across the entire group. With this strategic move, the LIFTKET Group is strengthening its international growth ambitions. As CRO, G&ou...

LEMO introduces the OPTIMA D Series, a compact and rugged connector platform engineered for performance in the most demanding environments.  Purpose-built for defense, aerospace, and mission-critical systems, the new series combines miniaturized form factors with military-grade reliability. tactical communications Needs Key features: Rugged, compact, and configurable Engineered to meet the evolving needs of tactical communications, UAVs, avionics, and soldier-worn equipment, the OPTIMA...

In modern infrastructure, where an uninterrupted power supply is essential, batteries play a vital role in maintaining operational continuity. From substations and data centres to hospitals and telecommunications facilities, battery systems serve as critical backup power sources. However, like all components of an electrical system, batteries require regular monitoring and maintenance to ensure optimal performance. Battery test equipment is designed to assess the condition, efficiency, and rem...

Shemar recently secured the second phase of Chile's Kimal-Lo Aguirre ±600kV HVDC project. Having won the first phase in 2024, Shemar has thus become the sole insulator supplier for this project's transmission lines. This 3-million-kW, 1,500-km project through the Atacama Desert demands high-performance insulators due to harsh UV and pollution conditions. Shemar's proprietary long-life composite insulators, with superior anti-pollution flashover and anti-aging capabilities, offer the...

Methane emissions from fossil fuels remain at stubbornly high levels, according to the IEA’s latest global tracking update, which notes that efforts to bolster data collection and monitor methane leaks are making progress. The Global Methane Tracker 2025, presents the IEA’s latest sector-wide emissions estimates, based on the most recent data from satellites and measurement campaigns, and examines different abatement options along with their associated costs. Methane abatement is a...

A more efficient and resilient electricity system can support a secure, affordable energy transition in Germany, according to the IEA’s new Energy Policy Review. Under its long-standing Energiewende policy, Germany is transforming its energy system. It is moving towards a system based largely on renewable electricity, which it views as a long-term opportunity to improve energy security and economic competitiveness. However, more work is needed in the energy sector to reach Germany’...

After a period of development, EdmoLift introduces EC64, an innovative and future-proof electrical control system. With a modular design and smart features. The new electrical control system is designed to meet both current and future needs. The initial sales launch will take place on June 1, 2025. Future Ready electrical control system "EC64 is the result of several years of development, combining EdmoLift’s expertise in smart lifting solutions with the latest technology".  "Than...

The Assmann Group, a global solution provider for high-quality server, network, and peripheral infrastructure products, is further expanding the range of audio and video solutions from its own Digitus brand. The focus is on new video extenders, switches, and splitters that enable resolutions of up to 8K. The solutions are an important part of a modern AV and IT infrastructure. The areas of application range from professional environments (offices or conference rooms) to educational institution...

LEC donated in excess of $50,000 of labor, materials and other considerations to help The Humanity Alliance, a 501c3 charity based in Victoria, MN that helps to provide and deliver 6,000 nutritious meals to anyone in need in the greater Twin Cities metro area, as well as supportive housing.

Lincoln Electric is pleased to announce that it has acquired Inrotech A/S. Headquartered in Odense, Denmark, Inrotech is a privately held automation system integration and technology firm, specializing in automated welding systems that are differentiated by proprietary adaptive intelligence software and computer vision, which guides and optimizes the welding process without the need for programming or the use of CAD files.  State-of-the-art vision-based technology The state-of-the-art vi...

In the last three months, dormakaba has started operating three photovoltaic power plants with a total of 21,000 solar panels on the roofs of its production sites in Melaka (Malaysia), Suzhou (China), and Taishan (China). The solar installations are planned to produce more than 11,000 megawatt hours (MWh) of electricity annually and to save almost 7,000 tons of CO2 equivalent (CO2e) annually. This initiative to expand the use of renewable energy is part of dormakaba's climate transition plan,...

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation has announced that it has developed an aluminum vertical flat tube (VFT) design that improves heat exchanger performance by up to an unprecedented about 40% in heat-pump air conditioners used for heating and cooling. The new VFT heat exchanger combines small-diameter flat tubes, arranged vertically and very compactly, and a high-performance refrigerant distributor with a double-tube structure that evenly distributes refrigerant. New VFT heat exchanger Compared...

Bosch Power Tools, with founding partners - FEIN and Rothenberger, announced the launch of AMPShare – Powered by Bosch now available in the U.S. and Canada. This global multi-brand battery alliance advances these companies' shared vision for battery efficiency, offering trade professionals the best and widest reaching 18V power system that’s compatible across brands, applications, and even countries. This launch expands on the previously launched AMPShare platform in the European Un...

Jiangsu SHEMAR Power Co., Ltd. is pleased to announce its expansion into the North American market with the establishment of a new local subsidiary located in Memphis, TN. The company is now well-positioned to bring its innovative solutions and unwavering commitment to support the ongoing evolution, expansion and modernization of the electric grid with our carbon reduction technologies and exceptional customer service. Cutting-edge T&D external insulation products Shemar aims to achieve s...

Bosch Power Tools announced the launch of 32 new 18V Cordless tools to join the CORE18V platform in 2023. An initial look at new concrete solutions will be showcased at the World of Concrete 2023 tradeshow in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. The brand’s latest offerings expand the 18V line of tools, including new additions to the PROFACTOR high-powered lineup. Bosch’s newest innovations Bosch Power Tools’ newest innovations are powered by the CORE18V battery platform Bosch Power Too...

Luminus Devices has expanded its human-centric lighting portfolio with the introduction of the Salud COBs. These recently released COBs have high R9 values, high melanopic/photopic ratios, and 90 CRI minimum in warm CCTs that enable users to meet WELL Building requirements. In addition, these LEDs possess exceptionally long color stability, excellent optical emission uniformity, as well as color-over-angle consistency, and superior thermal conductivity for uniform heat spreading. Salud COBs T...

Geo is a net-positive energy home built for health, safety, and a sustainable, nature-inspired living experience. Designed by GIGA Construction (Austin, Texas), Geo is the first project in the Houston 610 loop to pair a Tesla solar roof with battery backup for electrical grid independence. The solar-powered residence keeps energy requirements low with an airtight envelope, insulation, LED lighting, and highly efficient appliances. Mitsubishi Electric’s variable-capacity heat pumps provide...

Luminus Devices has announced the release of the SBT-10X-UV LED series, an innovative surface mount device that utilizes Luminus’ latest Gen5 die architecture. Delivering up to 75% higher output than Luminus’ Gen4 die, the Gen5 technology achieves an industry pioneer flux of up to 5W from a single 1 mm2 class chip. Gen5 Advantage The Gen5 technology integrates know-how in very high intensity chip structures As such, it improves end-system performance for the most demanding curing...

Luminus Devices has announced the release of the SBT-10X-UV LED series, an innovative surface mount device (SMD) that utilizes Luminus’ latest Gen5 die architecture. end-system performance Delivering up to 75% higher output than Luminus’ Gen4 die, the Gen5 technology achieves a flux of up to 5W from a single 1 mm2 class chip.  As such, it improves end-system performance for the most demanding curing applications including 3D printing, curing, and maskless lithography, where m...

Luminus Devices announces the launch and immediate availability of the CFT-90WDH, a compact monolithic cool white LED source centered around the 6000K color temperature with a high CRI (color rendering index) of 93. These LEDs are capable of being driven at very high currents (up to 27A) under both CW and PWM conditions and delivering 3200 lumens typically at 22.5A. robust design In addition, these LEDs provide an extremely low thermal resistance chip-on-board package coupled with a robust de...

Schneider Electric, the pioneer in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has appointed Manish Kumar as the new Executive Vice President of Digital Energy, effective October 1, 2022. The Digital Energy business provides energy and automation solutions to deliver a sustainable and efficient future for customers. Power digitalization is foundational to future-ready energy management. It makes the invisible visible, turning data into business value to enable better decisi...

Emtelle, the pioneering global technology company, has appointed Tommy Conner as Managing Director USA to lead its new North American operation. He joins Emtelle, one of the manufacturers of blown fiber cable and ducted network solutions, as preparations remain on track to open its new 300,000 sq ft facility in Fletcher, North Carolina. Conner is a hugely experienced executive with more than 30 years’ experience in industrial distribution, engineering, and manufacturing involving products...

There will be small aircraft using Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) equipment to inspect transmission lines throughout CORE’s service area. Inspection work will be conducted using conventional aircraft similar to a Cessna at an elevation of approximately 1,000 feet.

Schneider Electric joined energy sector pioneer and elected officials to celebrate the enactment of the Inflation Reduction Act at the White House. “The Inflation Reduction Act is a game-changing investment in America’s clean energy future,” said Annette Clayton, CEO of Schneider North America. “These resources couldn’t be more urgent as the country fights inflation, rising energy costs and the effects of climate change. This law jumpstarts the deployment and adop...

Ameren Missouri has completed more than 300 Smart Energy Plan projects in the first half of 2022. These projects replace or upgrade older infrastructure and support customer reliability by reducing the frequency and duration of power outages when they occur. When major storms hit on June 17, there were nearly 9,500 customers across the St. Louis area – including a sewage treatment plant – who did not experience extended outages thanks to the installation of smart switches and grid...

Intelligent power management company - Eaton has announced new research on the relevance of the energy transition in digital transformation planning for power-critical businesses. Commissioned by Eaton, this S&P Global Market Intelligence report – The Intersection of Digital Transformation and the Energy Transition – highlights that although 77% of companies surveyed expect to transition away from their current power sources, only half are currently executing the digital strateg...

As part of inspections of their overhead lines and equipment, multiple CORE contractors will be working with aerial drones in large parts of their service area over the next few months. The inspections and associated drone activity began in August and are part of CORE’s wildfire mitigation and overall system reliability efforts. Authorized Work Notification Residents within the immediate area of work will be notified via automated phone calls. Personnel conducting the inspections carry...