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Emergency assessment and response is well underway by SWEPCO crews across the service territory after powerful storms brought damaging winds and intense lightning. Parts of the Ark-La-Tex remain under a flash flood warning. As of 10:30 a.m., approximately 20,000 customers are without power.   Damage assessors have reported downed power lines and fallen trees and tree limbs throughout the area. Crews are working as safely and quickly as possible to restore service to the communit...

North America is gearing up for a rare event as a total solar eclipse graces the skies. Southwestern Electric Power Company (SWEPCO) is proud to announce its collaboration with the De Queen school district and American Electric Power (AEP) meteorologists to bring educational resources and activities to the local community. Working closely with Arkansas Teacher of the Year, Beau McCastlin, a communication director at De Queen school district, he and his dedicated students partnered with SWEPCO t...

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), has selected Southwestern Electric Power Company (SWEPCO) as the 2024 ENERGY STAR Excellence in ENERGY STAR Marketing winner. From January 1 through October 2023, SWEPCO's Energy Efficiency & Consumer Programs Team captured more than 16.3 GWh of annual energy savings, preventing greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to removing 2,571 gasoline-powered vehicles from the road. This includes SWEPCO’s entire footprint that makes up more than 5...

Southwestern Electric Power Company (SWEPCO) is excited to partner with Volunteers of America North Louisiana to help expand their services to students in 14 Caddo Parish schools. At the request of SWEPCO, the American Electric Power (AEP) Foundation awarded a grant of $75,000 to Volunteers of America North Louisiana to expand their Communities in Schools (CIS) and LightHouse programs. Both programs currently serve approximately 7,000 students. “SWEPCO recognizes how beneficial both prog...

William C. Bradford, Jr., a lawyer from Shreveport, has been named vice president of External Affairs at SWEPCO. He begins March 11. In his new role, he will be responsible for supervising community relations, corporate communications, economic development, and public policy issues, particularly those impacting AEP SWEPCO's operations within the changing electricity industry landscape. Bradford will report directly to Brett Mattison, SWEPCO president and Chief Operations Officer. Bradford take...

Krista Dossey joins Canyon State Electric now as Business Development Coordinator.  “Krista is loved and respected throughout the industry in Phoenix,” said Vince DiGuglielmo, CSE’s marketing & communications manager. “She brings experience, determination, and an extensive network to amplify Canyon State Electric’s growth plan. We’re excited to welcome her from a business and culture standpoint.”  Prior roles of Dossey  Dossey has e...

Electric motors are critical components in every production process or facility because they are the movers of mechanical equipment and machinery. Without them, nothing gets done. When designing a system, it is imperative to provide protection for motors using various protection and control systems. A Combination Motor Controller (CMC) is one way to provide motor branch circuit protection and control. Five most common types of CMCs In this blog, NOARK Electric answers the question of which CM...

Wasatch Electric provided electrical construction and power distribution services for this new academic facility on the University of Utah’s campus. The project featured a large scope of work, involving a wide variety of trades, on a tight schedule. Wasatch coordinated closely with other contractors throughout the project to help keep work progressing smoothly without unnecessary delays or conflicts. Additionally, because the new building was being constructed in an existing campus envir...

Canyon State Electric recently hired Chris Williams as human resources manager.  “We’re excited to have Chris on the team,” said Robert Hughes, CSE’s president. “He brings a wealth of experience to the role and has a passion for building healthy, employee-centered company cultures.” Prior roles of Williams   Williams holds his doctorate in Educational Leadership and SHRM-CP. He previously provided human resources management for a non-emergency med...

Electrical contractor Canyon State Electric (CSE) has been named one of Fast Company’s Best Workplaces for Innovators in 2023. The Phoenix-based company is honored alongside one hundred of the world’s most forward-thinking firms across twenty industries.  Fast Company’s list recognizes global companies and organizations that most effectively empower employees at all levels to improve processes, create new products, or invent new ways of doing business.  Ca...

Overload relays provide reliable motor overload protection by preventing damage caused by phase failure, high temperatures, or electrical overload. They’re usually connected in series to the contactor (or switching device) to protect the motor from problems associated with the motor drawing excess current that could lead to overheating and damage to windings. When operations depend on the safe and efficient function of a motor, it’s essential to keep it protected from as many potent...

NOARK Electric is introducing the new F30 Series Fuse Holders – F30CC, F30M, and F30P for CC, midget, and photovoltaic fuse types, respectively. The fuse holders, with a maximum current of 30A, are available in 1P, 2P, 3P, and 4P for the Midget and CC type fuses, while the Photovoltaic type is available in 1P and 2P. F30 series Fuse Holder can be used in a variety of scenarios: F30M and F30CC series can be used for conventional electrical circuit protection, while F30P series is dedicated...

NOARK Electric manufactures top-quality low-voltage electrical components, including molded case circuit breakers (MCCBs) for many applications. In heavy commercial applications and industrial facilities, MCCBs are relied upon to protect against electrical damage caused by short circuits or overload conditions.  Since they have a high interrupting capacity, they can handle larger loads than these processes require. Because of their importance in buildings and infrastructure, it...

NOARK’s Ex9QR5 SSRV Motor Starter is designed to facilitate soft-start and soft-stop of three-phase electric motors. It provides the overload protection required for motor branch circuits, while also saving energy, reducing peak-demand charges, and limiting mechanical wear and damage to connected machinery. Ex9QR5 Ratings 200Vac to 690Vac Ampacity ratings from 15A through 1000A in five frame sizes Input frequency range from 35 Hz to 60 Hz Ex9QR5 Features Seven unique starting...

A Control Circuit Device regulates and manages the operation of an electrical circuit by turning on or off the circuit. The control device regulates or limits the condition within the circuit by controlling the voltage and current. Examples of control circuit devices used are switches, solenoids, and relays. NOARK is a reliable manufacturer of high-quality circuit control devices used in a wide range of industrial and motor applications. Learn more about circuit control devices and how the...

UL Certification aligns with HVAC industry’ mandate to reduce Global Warming Potential (GWP) and confirms that they can use these components in the system without further evaluation. NOARK Electric’s Definite Purpose Contactors NOARK Electric’s Definite Purpose Contactors are electrically operated switching devices designed for switching on and off heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) applications and to handle high current circuits for speciali...

Beginning in September 2023, NOARK Electric has added busbar adapter solutions for our Molded Case Circuit Breakers to the portfolio of offerings. These Busbar adapters provide a faster and easier installation of NOARK products for clients that are looking to leverage MCCB technologies in their power system designs. These new Busbar adapters are being supplied through Woehner, a global partner for energy distribution, control technology and renewable energies. Product De...

Original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and distributors in North America are facing significant challenges in the market due to short supply of quality products and lead times that can halt orders and ultimately hurt the bottom line. Addressing these issues is at the top of many businesses operating in North America today. To address these industry concerns, NOARK Electric has taken the initiative to improve manufacturing outputs and accelerate delivery timelines. As a result, NOARK...

Molded Case Switches, as the name suggests, are an electromechanical device used in switching on or off an electrical circuit. These devices, unlike the Molded Case Circuit Breakers, don’t offer protection against overcurrent faults or branch circuit protection. These devices are also important because they allow for the safe isolation of main circuits NOARK Electric offers a complete range of Molded Case Switches in six frame sizes: M1 – 150A M2 – 250A M3 – 400A M...

Upcell Alliance, a major non-profit association dedicated to advancing the battery manufacturing ecosystem, has launched TOGETHER, an open and collaborative consortium built to accelerate the global deployment of battery gigafactories. TOGETHER unites a network of industrial partners across the battery value chain, from cell manufacturing to pack assembly, process equipment optimization and recycling, to deliver complete and adaptable turnkey solutions to battery manufacturers around the world....

Wasatch Electric provided electrical systems and controls solutions during the construction of Utah Valley University’s 130,000-square-foot Performance Arts Center. Wasatch’s work on the project featured the latest in theatrical lighting technology. Large catwalks in the facility’s dance theater, concert hall, and proscenium theater each have hundreds of lighting circuits that can be dimmed and controlled through cutting-edge theatrical lighting boards in control booths constr...

Kollmorgen, a pioneer in motion control and automation solutions, introduced the Kollmorgen Essentials™ motion system, a new line of servo motion solutions that makes high-performance motion control easier and more affordable for virtually any axis of motion. These thoughtfully pre-configured systems enable simple sizing and selection, while multiple onboard communication protocols ensure seamless integration into the most common controller environments. Kollmorgen Essentials motion syst...

Delta, a global major in power and smart green solutions, celebrated the ground-breaking of its new development center in Emmendingen, near Freiburg. The new facility, scheduled for completion in early 2027, will provide approximately 7,480 square meters for over 200 R&D, engineering, business development, and management talent to support future expansion, invest in local talent, foster collaboration, and accelerate product innovation for both local and international markets. Delta’s...

The Codemotion conference, dedicated to technological trends and innovation in the digital field, is being held in Milan, Italy, where Comau has brought some of its latest technological innovations to the event's demo area. Participants have the opportunity to explore the new generation TPX, an intuitive teach pendant for robots that allows operators to program and control Comau robots without the need for prior programming knowledge. Also on display is Comau’s modular e.DO multi-axis rob...

Altech Corporation, a pioneer in industrial automation solutions, announces the launch of its dual-rated AC/DC disconnect switches for industrial and manufacturing applications. This product line, which includes the LSF and RT Series, offers one proven switch technology configured for different mounting needs. LSF and RT switches are rated for 600V AC and 60V DC, eliminating the need for separate AC and DC components. Designed for DIN-rail and base mounting applications, the LSF Series supports...

It is a requirement in electrical distribution systems to have Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB), as they provide both overload protection as well as short-circuit protection. The main power distribution board (MPDB) of a facility is usually equipped with MCCBs, which allows for protection, coordination, associated control, isolation, and shutdown of the entire system in the case of an emergency. Molded case circuit breakers In the case of molded case circuit breakers (MCCBs), these safety...

A massive rebuilding effort is underway in the storm ravaged communities of Northwest Arkansas. Repairs, which include clearing hundreds of downed trees to safely access more than 500 unique work locations, replacing approximately 400 broken utility poles, restringing more than 8 miles of electrical wire; replacing more than 75 transformers, and more, continue. Restoration work in the area includes complex repairs. As a result, it could take time to get everyone’s power restored. To aid t...

Nearly 300 utility professionals, including additional tree and line crews from nearby states, are working safely and quickly to restore service to the remaining customers without power across East Texas and Louisiana.  Work is underway to replace an estimated 23 utility poles, 14 transformers, 26 cross arms and 67 miles of electrical wire. Crews made significant progress Wednesday in Fruitvale and Grand Saline, Texas, where Tuesday’s powerful storms toppled trees that took down se...

As a team, SWEPCO are united in their efforts to help rebuild the places they call home and support the customers by getting the lights back on. Rain in the Rogers, Arkansas area has delayed restoration progress. Repairs, which include clearing hundreds of downed trees to safely access more than 750+ unique work locations, replacing approximately 400 broken utility poles, restringing more than 10 miles of electrical wire; replacing more than 100 transformers, and more, continue. Power restorat...

As a result of overnight storms that brought damaging winds and intense lightning to much of the area, SWEPCO has activated an all-in response to restore electric service to impacted customers. Damage assessors report widespread damage with downed power lines and fallen trees and limbs throughout the area. Additional crews from SWEPCO’s Fayetteville district and SWEPCO’s sister operating companies, AEP Texas and Public Service of Oklahoma, have been requested to help restore servic...