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Risk Control Hierarchy Clarifies Electrical Safety
Author: Phil Allen, Grace Engineered
Posted: 03/11/2009
The Risk Control Hierarchy (RCH) in the ANSI-Z10 standard provides electrical safety professionals an excellent roadmap for setting the right safety objectives that result in the reduction of electrical risks. The new Whitepaper written by Phil Allen, President and Owner of Grace Engineered, details how applying the RCH to any electrical safety program will increase both safety and employee productivity.

Electronic Circuit Protection Technology Minimizes Factory Downtime
Author: ETA
Posted: 08/06/2008
This white paper describes switch-mode power supplies and traditional circuit breakers, and it explains the technology behind a new solid-state technology. It later explains how it solved a long-standing problem affecting the uptime of switch-mode power-controlled manufacturing equipment.

Specifications and standards for circuit breakers and supplementary protectors
Author: E-T-A Circuit Breakers
Posted: 06/01/2007
This paper provides a clear understanding of UL standards and requirements design engineers can use to assure optimal performance and safety.

12 most common mistakes when specifying circuit protection for equipment
Author: E-T-A Circuit Breakers
Posted: 05/11/2007
This paper presents the 12 most common pitfalls to avoid when it comes to specifying circuit protection and offers suggestions on how to protect your designs.

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