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Understanding Bus Ducts and Bus Plugs

Posted on October 27, 2014 by Creative Programs and Systems

When it comes to electrical equipment many of us non-electricians have no idea what a product is or what it does for us. Electrical components are a mystery. The mystery doesn’t ever come into question until an issue within the power system occurs and we non-electricians are left scrambling over what needs to be done. That is why we have decided over the next few months to give a brief overview into all the different areas within the electrical equipment industry, starting today with bus plug and duct systems.

In order to understand the basic purpose of bus plug and duct systems you need to know about how power can be delivered. In most buildings we are familiar with such as most commercial and residential settings power is sent through hard wires within the walls of the building. We gain access to the electricity through power outlets. It is pretty simple concept to understand.

This is not so true when looking at the electrical distribution needed within a manufacturing plant or other industrial settings. In facilities that operate with an open floor plan you will have a variety of machines throughout the building. Many times the machines need to be able to move to other areas within the facility to allow for other pieces of machinery to be used. Take for instance a fabricating plant. The same space on the floor will be used for a variety of tasks that need to be accomplished with a piece.

For power to be run to different areas of the facility while being able to accommodate different sized pieces of equipment bus duct and plugs are used. This allows the most freedom with plant layout and alleviates the need for stationary power supplies. In order to achieve power throughout the open floor plan ducts are installed throughout the facilities ceiling area.

Bus ducts can be ran wherever power is needed and are simple enough to add to if needed in the future. The power is transferred from the bus duct using a giant industrial electrical plug called a bus plug. Each bus plug connects to the overhead bus duct feeding electricity where it is needed. Bus duct and plug systems can be used for anything from overhead lighting to heavy machinery.

This system allows for flexibility in manufacturing. It allows large industrial plants the ability to change the amount of power, electricity, to different areas within a large open space. With this type of system there is no need to hard wiring so as the plant grows or equipment needs increase the power system can change and grow with the need.

That is really all there is to bus ducts and plugs. For options in new, reconditioned or obsolete bus plugs are sure to check for an electrical equipment distributor online today.

J&P Electrical is a full service electrical equipment company. At J&P, we supply contractors, end users and supply houses with new surplus, quality reconditioned and obsolete electrical equipment. Contact us today at https://jpelectricalcompany.com for all of your bus plug, circuit breaker, switchboard, fuses, disconnects and more.

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Factors When Choosing An Electrical Circuit Breaker

Posted on September 10, 2014 by Creative Programs and Systems

Every home and business has an electrical circuit breaker. Many of us have no idea what the circuit breaker really does or how it works. A breaker is a unit that is installed that protects your circuits from becoming overloaded essentially causing a short which could create an unsafe situation. By design, when the breaker becomes aware of a disruption in the system it breaks the electrical current flow thus protecting the rest of the circuit.

Commercial and residential electrical circuit breakers are purchased based on a number of essential factors including the vast abundance of different designs that they are sold in. Other factors to weigh before you buy a circuit breaker include the voltage load, the mounting style and the unit’s trip style.

Voltage Load

This is a fairly obvious feature to figure out. Commercial and industrial settings need higher voltage circuit breakers then a residential environment. This is because of the amount of electricity that will be flowing through the circuit. Larger equipment requires a higher amount of electricity therefore requiring a higher voltage breaker. It is crucial when buying or selling circuit breakers that you understand what purpose the breaker is serving. Installing a circuit that is either too big or too small can end up being detrimental.

Low Voltage Circuit Breakers: Consider this style of breaker for most residential applications. This circuit takes a load up to 1000 volts without issue.

Medium Voltage Circuit Breakers: Consider this style breaker for commercial office buildings or residential uses when using high voltage tools. A home wood working shop is the perfect example of a residential environment that needs more than a low voltage circuit. A medium voltage breaker is good for circuits between 1000 to 72,000 volts.

High Voltage Circuit Breakers: For any use that requires more than 72,000 amps of voltage this is the breaker you need. This is what is needed for industrial and commercial applications that use large pieces of equipment for manufacturing.

Mounting Style

The manner in which a circuit breaker is mounted is also another consideration for which purchasers choose the correct mechanism for their need. Two main styles include fixed mounting and removable mounting. Draw out mounted breakers are used for medium voltage breakers. Bolt on and plug in electrical circuit breakers are also options that can be obtained from companies that sell electrical equipment and supplies.

Trip Unit Type

When you are purchasing a circuit breaker you need to also take into consideration the unit’s trip type. There are a few main types including magnetic, thermal, thermal magnetic and magnetic hydraulic trip units. Another consideration is the temperature operating range in which the circuit breaker operates. You want to purchase a breaker that operates at different temperature ranges.

It is important to take into consideration all of the essentials pieces of purchasing a circuit breaker before installing one in your home or business. The electrical component will prevent accidental electrical issues from occurring down the road. Overworking a circuit can cause shortages that will cause fuses to continually blow. This is only one disruption that can occur if a circuit is overloaded.

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An In Depth Look At Reconditioned Electrical Equipment

Posted on August 20, 2014 by Creative Programs and Systems

When it comes to reconditioned breakers there is lots of information available; some in favor of using them and some that gives reconditioned breakers the thumbs down. The truth about reconditioned breakers is that they are safe and reliable when you know how and when they are to be used.

When it comes to manufacturing facilities most use circuit breakers that have been reconditioned and retrofitted with complete conviction of their quality. Reconditioning electrical components, including breakers is a way to help keep down unwanted equipment failures and to increase workforce safety. When replacing parts that are outdated with new electrical equipment from reconditioned parts you are also ensuring the latest upgrades in technology. Older model breakers do not have all the same features that are added when reconditioning is done. Thus reconditioned circuit breakers often offer a higher degree of technology that the original breaker did not have.

When looking into purchasing reconditioned parts it is important that you find an electrical equipment company that offers top notch products and knowledgeable customer service staff. Often times manufacturers offer reconditioned parts directly from them. This is not always the least expensive way to go not to mention is usually not the highest degree of customer service. You don’t have to buy directly from the manufacturer to assure high quality in reconditioned electrical components.

What you do have to do is look online, call companies that offer for sale the products you need and develop a standing relationship with them. Equipment failure is not an option and in time of crisis you want one on one customer service and a guarantee that your reconditioned components will be in stock when you need them.

Work with a company that has a history of working with a variety of different top brand name electrical manufactures. This increases the chance that they will have parts when you need them no matter who manufactures the equipment you use in your facility. It is also important when looking into a company that offers reconditioned electrical parts such as circuit breakers that they guarantee their products have been tested ad gone through a top quality control process, testing program using ANSI/IEEE standards and that their technicians are all trained and certified under these programs. Saving money on reconditioned parts is only cost effective when you are confident that your supplier has done everything necessary to supply you with quality, working parts.

Reconditioning is often a misunderstood term. The IEEE explains reconditioning to be a process of maintaining power switchgear equipment up to operating standards recommended manufacturer’s, using only originally designed parts. This includes advances to the product that have been made since the original purchase of the breaker. Reconditioning basically takes an outdated breaker and brings it up to date using additional technology that has come along since the products original production.

Hopefully this post brings clarity to your understanding of reconditioned electrical breakers. Realize the part is not nearly being recycled when reconditioned but upgraded and updated to the latest advances in the products technology.

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Electrical Equipment Supplied When You Need It Most

Posted on August 20, 2014 by Creative Programs and Systems

When it comes to electrical components there is a myriad of pieces of equipment, each serving a specific need for a precise purpose. Materials used to make electrical equipment are often meet the highest industry standards. Manufacturers of electrical equipment such as transformers, bus plugs and panel switches design each piece knowing that it will need to pass incredibly rigorous testing to be marketed for sale.

Manufactures choose materials of high standards not only because they know that the parts must live up to almost impossible criteria but they truly want to ensure a safe product. Using quality products help to prevent the user from being involved in an electrical accident or shock. Purchasing products that are made by top electrical component companies help to ensure that you are getting top notch equipment.

Depending on your company’s needs and budget you can often find top brand name products that have been reconditioned. These parts are sold at a discount over new surplus and are often backed by high warranty standards. Reconditioned electrical distribution equipment must also pass stringent tests before being resold. Many companies offering used or reconditioned electrical equipment for sale completely disassemble each part, cleaning and inspecting it from the inside out. Parts are then reassembled and tested to ensure they are working up to par.

Companies offering new surplus, reconditioned and used electrical equipment usually offer for sale a large combination of electrical parts. This is helpful to consumers because if a part fails they often have an immediate replacement part in stock ready to fit your need. This allows a one top shop environment for new to obsolete components.

Electrical supply companies often go in to plants that are closing and do what is called asset recovery. This is where many obsolete, reconditioned bus plugs, transformers, panel switches, disconnects, fuses and bus ducts come from. Parts are kept organized using unique product identification numbers. No matter who you are buying the part from the number is the same. This simplifies the process of finding pieces to match your need.

When the machines in your factory are halted productions stops. When this occurs each minute is crucial until you are back up and running. Equipment failure leads to a loss in revenue. Equipment that is down over a period of time can cost a company a substantial amount of money in lost revenue. This is why it is so important that equipment is kept up to date and that preventative maintenance is done replacing parts with high failure rates before they fail. A cost effective way in which to do this by purchasing reconditioned electrical components.

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