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NOARK is a global manufacturer of low-voltage electrical components for industrial applications and their specialties involve motor control and circuit protection products for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). Their entire portfolio of products is designed for ease of manufacturing and assembly. Each component is developed in-house by their engineering team to meet the strictest standards and performance requirements and is covered by their exclusive five-year limited warranty. World-cl...

Intelligent power management company - Eaton is adding a new clean energy project to drive carbon reduction at its operations in Wisconsin, advancing its commitment to achieve net-zero operations by 2050. The joint project with We Energies, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, and Eaton will help strengthen energy security, deliver cost-effective power to the grid, and reduce Eaton’s carbon footprint at five locations in Wisconsin, where the company conducts research and makes electrical inf...

Homeowners in the greater PHX and Maricopa County area are increasingly aware of the need to reduce their carbon footprints. Solar energy offers a practical solution to this, not just for cutting energy costs but for contributing to a sustainable future. For homeowners and landlords, investing in solar panels means embracing cleaner energy. Learn all they need to know about making the switch and all the benefits that come with introducing solar energy into the property. Solar Energy and Its En...

Misconceptions about solar energy can discourage homeowners from exploring one of the most cost-effective and sustainable solutions available now. These myths—often outdated or based on misinformation—create unnecessary hesitation about making the switch. Homeowners and landlords in the greater Phoenix area can make wiser, more confident investments by understanding the facts. From concerns about cost to confusion about maintenance, they’re debunking common solar panel myths a...

Intelligent power management company - Eaton announced that Gerald Johnson has been elected to the company’s Board of Directors effective July 23, 2025. Gerald Johnson is the retired Executive Vice President (EVP), Global Manufacturing and Sustainability, of General Motors, where he led the company's global manufacturing operations, labor relations, and sustainable workplace practices. Roles of increasing responsibility Over the course of his career, spanning more than 40 years at GM, h...

USSI Global, a turnkey provider of customized network, broadcast, and digital signage systems and services worldwide, announced Eric Webb has been promoted to vice president of information technology and logistics. He has been with the company for 16 years and spent the last five years as director of IT and logistics. In his new role, Webb leads operations for IT and logistics, encompassing depot repair services and field-based electronic repairs. Operations for IT and logistics  &nb...

LOVATO Electric expands its range of energy monitoring products with the introduction of new solid-core type current transformers for busbar DM series. Solid-core type current transformers They are current transformers in class 1/0.5 without a primary winding, specifically designed for applications with power distribution busbars. The range includes sizes with primary current from 400A up to 6000A. Thanks to their compact dimensions, they perfectly fit the geometries of power distribution pan...

Comau has built a proprietary, fully-equipped dry room laboratory at its Italian headquarters in Grugliasco to develop and test the cell manufacturing equipment the company has already developed. It will also be used to test new machines targeting Lithium-Ion and Lithium Metal cells, in order to access solid state technologies as a further step towards next-generation and post-Lithium batteries.  End-to-end battery solutions The fully equipped dry room strengthens the company's presence...

NOARK Electric has introduced a new Manual Motor Starter product to extend their line of industrial control products. Their Ex9S series of Manual Motor Starters (MMS) provide manual isolation, manual motor control, and overcurrent protection. The new Ex9S80 MMS ranges from 14 to 80A and offers two protection types: thermal-magnetic and magnetic. They are UL 60947-1 and CSA C22.2 NO. 60947-4-1 compliant and come with a full line-up of accessories for single and group motor installations. Elect...

Innovation is the soul of civilization, and this cannot be better epitomized than by the sweeping revolution of solar power. Once reserved for wealthy corporations and luxurious mansions, the technology of solar power is now available for use in every home. Solar panels in themselves are a technological marvel, and now Harmon Solar is using them to help homeowners save a bundle on energy bills. Solar panel Each solar panel is comprised of scores of photovoltaic cells, which capture solar...

Harmon Electric and Harmon Solar had the pleasure of installing a photovoltaic solar energy system on a home for Habitat for Humanity of Central Arizona.  Harmon Electric and Harmon Solar provided the supplies and materials, plus the manpower to install the $10,800 solar system. This is the third system the company has donated to Habitat for Humanity. Last year, Harmon Solar committed to being a solar partner for Habitat for Humanity Desert Foothills. Recently, the Desert Foothills affili...

As utility costs continue to rise, businesses now have the opportunity to take advantage of a number of programs that can help to reduce overhead. These programs provide the opportunity to obtain grants for the equipment and installation of clean energy sources, like solar, wind, and biomass. The federal government is offering a federal grant to businesses looking to utilize solar energy. These grant programs by the USDA can help those who felt solar power was far above their small busines...

Driving around the Valley, it’s hard to miss all of the solar panel installations that are taking place at many of the schools around town. What people probably haven’t noticed is that this same type of activity is also happening at schools in more rural parts of the state. Through APS’s Solar for Schools and Government program, Harmon Solar is fortunate to be a big part of the alternative energy evolution and solar panel installations that are taking place in Northern an...

As energy prices continue to rise, homeowners and businesses are searching for ways to reduce their energy costs. One of the most effective ways to save money on energy bills is by installing solar panels. This article will cover nine reasons why solar panels can help users save money on their energy bills. The most obvious benefit of installing solar panels is the reduction in energy bills. Reduced Energy Bills Solar panels can also help increase the overall energy efficiency of the home or...

On a cold, windy Saturday morning earlier this month, employees from Harmon Solar and Harmon Electric volunteered their time to install a donated solar system on a Habitat for Humanity Central Arizona Home in North Phoenix. The installation took place the same day the Sabbara family moved into their new home. The 12-panel, 2.7 kW solar array could initially save the new homeowner up to $600 per year on energy costs. Solar energy In late 2011, Harmon Solar committed to being a long-term p...

Comau was awarded the 2025 Sustainability Award at the 14th Panda d’Oro Ceremony on June 14. Hosted by the China-Italy Chamber of Commerce (CICC) with support from the Embassy of Italy to the P.R.C., the Consulate General of Italy in Shanghai, the Italian Trade Agency, and the Italian Cultural Institutes of Beijing and Shanghai, the award honors companies driving sustainable development and advancing Italian technology and industrial cooperation in China. It reflects strong recognition of...

Nidec Appliance, Commercial and Industrial Motors (ACIM) Business Unit has officially inaugurated its new Nidec Qingdao Industrial Park. Located in Jiaozhou, it spans the equivalent of 15 football fields and is capable of delivering 18 million motors and over 20 million electronic inverters per year. Equipped with 75 production lines, the site is a result of the integration of two long-standing facilities and consolidates more than twenty years of presence that the company has in Qingdao....

Photovoltaic materials produce the greatest amount of energy generation for a given area exposed to sunlight. A solar panel cell has two layers of photovoltaic materials that each produces a positive or negative charge. Solar panels are made of many cells that combine to make a large charge. The energy powers the home and the extra flows out into the public power grid for credit against the time when the residents need to draw power back out of the grid. Impact of solar energy Harmo...

Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar, a clean energy pioneer – convened an exclusive, high-level business forum in Madrid to strengthen partnerships and position the company for its next phase of growth in the Iberian market. Led by Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, Chairman of Masdar, the Tuesday gathering assembled senior representatives from Spanish and Portuguese government entities, regulatory bodies, utilities, institutional investors, offtakers, and technology providers. The dis...

A group of nearly forty pre-apprentice electricians packed over 28,000 meals last week to fight global hunger. These high school students, studying in Canyon State Electric’s (CSE) summer pre-apprenticeship program, dedicated a day of the program to community service, helping international charity Feed My Starving Children.  CSE’s pre-apprenticeship program allows students to experience the electrical trade through interactive classroom sessions, hands-on education, and role-pl...

Delta, a global pioneer in power management and smart green solutions, announces a key milestone in its expansion efforts across EMEA (Europe, Middle East & Africa) with the planned construction of a new regional headquarters green building in Hoofddorp, the Netherlands. Located in the renowned Park 20|20 business campus, the state-of-the-art approximately 9300-sqm facility is expected to be completed by the end of 2026 and will house over 350 employees in R&D, business development, man...

Allient Inc., a global designer and manufacturer of specialty motion, controls and power products and solutions for targeted industries and applications, has announced the appointment of Darrell Paul as Director of Business Development and Strategy at Allient Rochester (formerly ORMEC Systems). In this newly created role, Darrell will be responsible for driving revenue growth and shaping product strategy and roadmap. Darrell Paul’s experience Darrell brings extensive experience in the m...

Photovoltaic Solar panels are an advanced power generation technology. How do solar panels work? Solar energy saves money by replacing energy from the public power grid with clean energy generated on-site at home. Solar energy is healthy for the environment because solar power is clean energy that is generated by the sun. Solar panels are grids of small photovoltaic cells that turn the sun’s light directly into electrical power. The grid of solar receptors inside solar panels combine to...

This solar panel installation follows four other school projects that Harmon Electric/Harmon Solar has worked on within the past six months. Earlier this year, Harmon Electric/Harmon Solar began construction of one of its largest commercial solar systems, a multi-unit design and solar panel installation for three schools within the Douglas Unified School District. These projects will be completed by the close of the month. Significant energy At the beginning of 2011, Harmon Solar/Harmon Elect...

NOARK Electric is proud to announce the release of all new 1 and 2-pole Series – M molded case circuit breakers. These new MCCBs are designed for maximum performance and reliability. The compact case design of these breakers gives them a smaller footprint making them perfectly suited for use inside panels. The new frame sizes are available as 1 pole and 2 pole in a range of interrupting voltage ratings from 240-690 Vac and 250-500 Vdc. Like all NOARK Electric products, these MCCBs are ba...

Like many Valley transplants, the extremely hot summer months take some getting used to. While most newcomers eventually adjust to their new climate, the one thing that never seems tolerable is the high utility bills that are inevitable for five months out of the year. T.J. and Roni Todd are no exception to this scenario, but rather than accepting this was just part of living in the Valley of the Sun, they decided to take matters into their own hands. Photovoltaic companies The Todd’s b...

Harmon Solar was selected by APS as the solar installer for four projects in Greater Metro Phoenix as part of the utility provider’s Low Income Residential Partnership Program (LIRPP), a competitive grant process for low-income or non-profit housing facilities. Initially, Harmon Solar was asked to assess the cost of solar for a variety of residences, and APS ultimately decided upon Varney Homes, Fillmore Gardens, Maggie’s Place, and Casa Bonitas. Completed in August of 2011, th...

Harmon Solar has joined forces with a group of solar companies to form the Arizona Solar Deployment Alliance, a coalition designed to advocate on behalf of the solar consumer.  The group was announced by the Phoenix Business Journal’s Patrick O’Grady. A new group of solar companies has formed to take a more active role in advocating for consumers. Arizona Solar Deployment Alliance The Arizona Solar Deployment Alliance was formed by five Arizona-based solar companies The...

Arizona has become one of the forerunning states in solar power usage. With the rising cost of electricity and the resulting higher energy bills, especially during the summer months when air conditioner and pool pump usage peaks, it makes sense that many Arizonans use one of nature’s commodities for their energy needs. Most homeowners convert to solar power because it is readily available, renewable and curbs dependence on fossil fuels that pollute the environment. The cost of installing...

Following the announcement of APS’ proposal to alter its policy for net metering (the process for which solar users are compensated for excess energy production), Harmon Solar wanted to do something significant to ensure that solar continues to be a viable cost-saving option for Arizona home and business owners. A group of solar companies, including Harmon Solar, has formed a nonprofit organization designed to advocate on behalf of the solar consumer and educate the community on the impor...