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Tips To Avoid The Tripping Of Circuit Breakers

July 17th, 2011 | Category: Electronic

One of the most important devices that is used to ensure the safe use of electricity are circuit breakers, and while it is common knowledge that come in all types and sizes, the one function that they serve is to cut off the power when it goes above a particular measure of amperes that your system can actually handle.

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This cutting off of the power is also known as a ‘trip’, and among low voltage breakers that is found on an electrical panel, and is very simply, just the changing of the switch from the “On” to the “Off” position.

Of course, you will find that the most popular names in the business are GE and Siemens breakers and almost all of these companies emphasize the importance of avoiding breaker trips. So here are a few common tips that can be followed so that you can avoid unnecessary breaker trips in the future:

Tip #1: Ensure that you unplug all electronic and electrical devices especially when you aren’t using the device. You have to remember that all electricity still runs to these devices even though you aren’t using them.

Tip #2: One thing to watch out for is the number of appliances used during a bout of cold or hot weather. Air conditioners, heater and lamps are definitely a drain on the electrical supply during these times, so you should keep a watch on these appliances. This will definitely cause even the latest Westinghouse circuit breakers to trip.

Tip #3: Checking the grounding of the apartment/ home is also an excellent idea since the electrical wiring might have been damaged or have come loose in any way.

Tip #4: Ensure that the appliance cords aren’t damaged, spoilt or cut in any way.

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Use Spy Cameras For Home

July 16th, 2011 | Category: Electronic

It’s sad to say but in this day and age you can’t trust that many people.  The days are gone where you can trust the neighbor down the road, or the guy you meet at the convenience store.  Everyone that you meet is a potential hazard; every person you invite into your home is a threat.  This is extremely true when it comes to a new babysitter.  Be smart and install a spy camera in your home to watch the person taking care of your children.

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Spy cameras strategically placed around your home can provide full coverage of all the baby sitters activities with your children while you’re away.  This protects against little things.  If a babysitter is plopping your kids in front of the television and calling their friends you know not to bring them back.  You can also see more serious offenses, like putting your children in dangerous situations, bringing strange people into your house without your knowledge, stealing from your house, or harming your children.

Spy cameras for home is the smartest decision you will ever make.  You can watch your children when you’re away, keep an eye on the babysitter, or watch out for a cheating spouse.  Be a more aware person and protect your home against unwanted guests.  See who your real friends are, and watch out for you and your families well being.  It’s the smartest and safest investment that you will ever make for the future of your household.

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A Note on Siemens Breakers For Your Home

June 20th, 2011 | Category: Electronic

The simplest function that Siemens breakers or any type serve is to protect your home from a power overload which has dire consequences if this simple device isn’t in place. Ever since the ‘fuse’ was phased out, this device has been prominent as in the situation of an overload it breaks off the power to your home to protect the appliances and electrical wiring from damage.

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Once the surge is over, all you have to do is restart your system again yet the most important factor determining whether Siemens circuit breakers serve their purpose is in knowing which circuit breaker work best for your home.

To put it simply, there are different circuit breakers that can handle a certain amount of electricity, and this is the clue that you must use in order to find the right one for your home. In general, most home will require low-voltage magnetic circuit breakers that are capable of handling currents up to 1000 amperes.

Larger buildings and businesses use medium-voltage circuit breakers that can accommodate electricity up to 72000 amperes while high-voltage circuit breakers that are used besides power lines can handle current above 72000 volts.

But how will you be able to know as to whether the Siemens fxd63b200 is right for your home or not?

What you need to first do is look for the wire size on the cable that is connected to the circuit breaker which is used in your home. So, if it is a 14-guage wire, you will need a 15-amp circuit breaker, 12-guage wire for 20 amps, 10-guage wire for 30 amps and finally, 8-guage wire for 40 amps.

Once you are able to determine this, it will not be difficult for you to find a variety of both online and offline companies who will sell you refurbished or new circuit breakers for your home or any other purpose it might suit you for.

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The Importance of Ergonomic Workstation Furniture

May 23rd, 2011 | Category: Electronic

While the workplace has been revolutionized by means of audio visual integration technology, which takes the office dimensions and space into consideration, there are simpler aspects that have also been given a lot of thought over the last few years.

With a lot of work in conventional offices across several industries being done using computers, this means that employees have to sit for long hours in order to complete the tasks that they have been given.

When employees sit for long hours at a computer workstation desk, the harm that this does to their body becomes apparent after a few years. Although it isn’t as dangerous as working in construction, there are certain health risks that are a part of sitting at a desk and working on a computer for long hours.

And this is where ergonomic workstation furniture can play an important part in avoiding these health risks from the outset, especially since the human body has been designed to move instead of being seated in one place for almost eight hours.

It is important that applying this aspect of ‘ergonomics’ is crucial right from the start, which all begins with “space planning”. Since the function of this task is to plan out how the space in any office will be used, where the equipment and the workstations will be placed can play an important role in ergonomics. As each employee will play different roles, it is also a good idea to provide furniture that will meet the needs of that individual. This is where an ergonomic consultant can provide advice and create awareness among employees about the concept of ergonomics and its practices when at their workstations.

When this is followed up by continued awareness of the importance of sitting in an ergonomically correct position, the health risks rapidly decline, keeping your employees healthy, happy, and productive at work.

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How GPS Tracking Can Help You

April 23rd, 2011 | Category: Electronic

GPS tracking has only been made available to the public, in the form of commercial and personal applications, in the last few years even though it has been in use by the Department of Defense for almost twenty to thirty years now.

Given the accuracy of the GPS tracking system that is in place for commercial purposes, you can imagine how accurate the classified section of the GPS system that the Department of Defense still keeps under its wraps.

The benefits of the proverbial GPS tracking device that you can use for almost anything these days are only understood once you begin to profit from it. Well, the transportation companies that often get discounts when it comes to premiums can tell you how beneficial this system is for both transportation companies as well as insurance companies.

Take for example, the situation of fleet tracking systems where several vehicles have to be monitored on a daily basis whether as regards their routes and the time covered to take that route as well.

In being able to track the movements of vehicles, you can ensure that productivity is maximum, thus reducing overtime since you can plan routes in such a way that efficiency is maintained.

All in all, no matter how you look at it, the overall results of using GPS can be beneficial to anyone or any organization that uses it on a daily basis.

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Avoid Used or Reconditioned Circuit Breakers

January 08th, 2010 | Category: Electronic

New circuit breakers are expensive, which is why many people search the market for used or reconditioned circuit breakers that will help save thousands of dollars on the ticket price. Unfortunately, these same people don’t realize that used and reconditioned circuit breakers – whether Cutler Hammer breakers or FPE circuit breakers – are un-tested models.

Un-tested circuit breakers can cause serious problems including fire, equipment damage and even death. While many surplus dealers offer used and reconditioned circuit breakers, it is important to stay away from these models and instead search for refurbished circuit breakers. Refurbished circuit breakers available on many sites, have been tested using cutting-edge digital testing equipment. Make sure you trust All Breakers Inc., when it comes to purchasing reliable circuit breakers whether you need Cutler Hammer or FPE circuit breakers.

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