May 24, 2013 - Phoenix Products Co. Inc.’s LEDLT linear LED tube light is a 17W, 1250-lumen fixture designed for use in a variety of environments, such as railcars, heavy equipment, walkways, marine environments, exterior wet locations, and other industrial purposes. This impact-resistant, low-profile, polycarbonate tubular fixture uses 50% less…

May 24, 2013 - Caterpillar Inc. introduced the next-generation Cat XQ2000 power module, which boasts the Cat 3516B as its core engine platform (more photos below). The new XQ2000 incorporates a variable-frequency drive and high-efficiency fan to improve mechanical efficiency, says Caterpillar, adding that the fan draws 40% less load…

May 24, 2013 - Meltric Corp.—maker of industrial-duty electrical plugs and receptacles—has published its new 2013-2014 product catalogue, which features Decontactor Series switch-rated plugs, receptacles and connectors. The 239-page catalogue also provides information about the company’s other offerings, including CS1000 single-pole plugs and receptacles (up to 400A, 600vac) and a…

May 23, 2013 - Eaton recently introduced a metal-enclosed, load interrupter, narrow switchgear design that promises reliable switching and fault protection of medium-voltage circuits for industrial, institutional and healthcare customers. Engineered to reduce the footprint of electrical distribution systems, the interrupter switch uses flicker blade and DE-ION arc chute technology,…

May 23, 2013 - After almost 20 years in the electrical and telecom industries, Line Goyette—former editor of EBMag’s L’industrie électrique—has assumed a new role as an independent service provider offering editing, rewriting and English-to-French translation services. For anyone planning to introduce products, services and solutions to francophone customers, Line…

May 23, 2013 - The new Hilti PM 2-L and PMP 2-P lasers, featuring a small pocket-size design, claim to drive productivity on the toughest jobs. Both the PM 2-L and the PM 2-P have a rubberized tool body to help protect laser aperture and tool edges for increased durability…

May 22, 2013 - Appleton has announced the full launch of its Quick Response Program (QRP) for its most popular power and control products, guaranteeing shipment of custom-configured products in as little as 24 hours. Appleton QRP delivers a range of custom-configured control stations, panelboards, motor starters, disconnect switches, circuit…

(UPDATED May 21, 2013 with VIDEO) March 20, 2013 - At the Work Truck Show 2013, SuperSprings introduced new “fit-it-and-forget-it” suspension enhancements for the Ford F-550 and Ram 5500. Composed of microcellular urethane, SumoSprings increase load-carrying capacity, promise a smooth load engagement, reduce side-to-side body roll and improve ride. Unlike…