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Multipurpose Grounding System protects sensitive electronics.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 08:30:00 -0500

Performing in any type of soil condition, TerraDyne® Electrolytic Grounding System (EGS) provides long-term protection from lightning strikes, electrical transients, static discharges, electro-magnetic interference, and other electrical hazards threatening sensitive electronic equipment. Offered in vertical and horizontal models, UL- and cUL-listed system is corrosion-resistant and produces effective, stable, year-round ground reference.

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Shaft Grounding Ring installs with conductive epoxy.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 08:33:43 -0500

AEGIS SGR Bearing Protection Ring(TM) is installed with conductive epoxy, eliminating need to drill bracket holes in motor's end bell. For motors controlled by VFDs, unit channels harmful motor-shaft currents away from bearings and safely to ground. It installs in minutes, is maintenance-free, and operates without friction or wear.

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Static Monitoring System is used on Type C FIBCs.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 08:34:01 -0500

Approved to FM and ATEX standards, Earth-Rite® FIBC grounding systems constantly monitor Type C Flexible Intermediate Bulk Containers (FIBCs) and similar semi-conductive containers to ensure their anti-static features are within correct specifications and achieving constant positive ground connection. Fail-save interlock design allows product transfer only when resistance through container is less than 1x108 W. Unacceptable readings render system inoperable.

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Static Grounding/Bonding Assembly has heavy-duty clamp.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 08:32:39 -0500

Bond-Rite EZ self-testing, portable static grounding and bonding assembly is offered with heavy-duty stainless steel clamp to promote long-term service in any application where permanent ground connections would be impractical. Jaw grip enables clamping onto virtually any surface, including field-installed grounding rods. Clamping mechanism, combined with sharp tungsten carbide tooth contact points, penetrate through build-ups of coatings, corrosion, and other insulating deposits.

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Grounding and Bonding Assembly suits heavy-duty applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 08:38:26 -0500

Bond-Rite EZ comes equipped with heavy-duty stainless steel clamp fitted with jaw grip able to clamp onto virtually any surface. It is available with with 10, 16, or 32 ft retractable Cen-Stat® cables, or with portable cable reels with up to 100 ft capacity. Flashing green LED indicator signals existence of safe connection to ground. Product is approved as Intrinsically Safe by FM and CSA for Class I, II & III, Div 1 & 2, hazardous locations.

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Grounding Indicator protects flammable liquids transfer.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 07:14:24 -0500

Earth-Rite PLUS(TM) grounding indicator system assures low-resistance path to ground to dissipate static electricity when transferring flammable liquids or powders. It includes retractable, 32 ft coiled grounding and monitoring cable, color coded blue for intrinsic safety, and which is chemical- and abrasion-resistant. Quick-Connect feature allows field replacement of cable or optional wide-jaw HD heavy-duty SS ground clamp that connects to all common tanks and vessels.

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Grounding Tails come in 1-gallon pail.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 07:43:33 -0500

Supplied in re-closable pail, Pail-o-Tails includes five hundred 6.5 in., 12 AWG solid wire grounding tails. Pail is built to withstand elements, and moves with contractor from one jobsite to another without spilling or allowing dirt and moisture inside to damage tails. Once emptied, pail can be used to hold any number of additional supplies.

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Grounding System meets IEEE Std 837(TM)-2002 requirements.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 07:42:41 -0500

Suited for high vibration environments, STRUCTUREDGROUND(TM) fully inspectable direct burial compression grounding system complies with MIL-STD-202G. Non-flammable compression connection process ensures safe installation in any weather condition. UL 467 listed and CSA 22.2 certified system features slotted tap design, locator dies, and pre-applied conductive antioxidant for mechanical/electrical bond. Universal multi-conductor designs minimize number of parts needed to complete installation.

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High-Frequency Ground Current Reducer has MSHA approval.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 06 May 2008 07:56:23 -0500

Engineered for use where AC induction motors operate in conjunction with VFD applications, ZERO-GROUND® High Frequency Extraction System is approved by US Department of Labor, Mining, and Safety Health Administration (MSHA) for use in underground and surface mines. Completely passive system utilizes no filters or brushes and eliminates electrical noise while directing high-frequency ground currents away from hazardous locations and sensitive equipment.

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Ground Clamp meets 2008 NEC Section 250.94 requirements.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 24 Dec 2007 07:30:12 -0500

Supplying grounding for coaxial, telephone drop wire runs and other grounding needs, Blackburn Intersystem Bonding Termination Meter Box Ground Clamp is available in 2 sizes with adjustable ranges from 7-10¼ in. and 11½-15¼ in. Two-piece clamp can mount vertically on side or horizontally across top of any meter box in service. Steel clamp brackets are mechanically galvanized to ASTM B695 with stainless steel hardware for corrosion resistance.

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Magnetic Activated Ground handles up to 450 A.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 07:44:30 -0500

Able to handle up to 450 A continuously (100% duty cycle) and 600 A at 20% duty cycle, Magnetic Activated Ground provides freedom of motion to welder by allowing 360º ground cable rotation when in locked position. Built-in on/off switch activates magnet, providing ground close to weld, and ergonomic curved body permits one-handed operation. Debris is removed by switching unit off and wiping surface clean with 2 built-in scrapers. Integral pipe boot allows for ID/OD pipe applications.

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Tanker-Truck Grounding System delivers 3-way protection.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 24 Oct 2007 07:47:25 -0500

Featuring TRI-Mode(TM) technology, code-compliant Earth-Rite RTR(TM) system ensures safe static grounding during transfer of flammable products to or from tanker truck. Electronics confirm positive connection between truck and RTR system, confirm positive connection between truck and ground, and monitor both connections throughout process. Transfer cannot begin until all 3 modes are confirmed as safe, and transfer will be interrupted if system senses connection resistance over 10 ohms.

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Shaft Grounding Ring prevents bearing failure.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 07:48:53 -0500

Designed for high-current (120 A max) applications, AEGIS iPRO(TM) uses MicroFiber(TM) technology to safely divert harmful currents away from bearings in generators, turbines, and medium-voltage motors and provide least-resistant path to ground. Multiple rows of conductive microfibers completely surround shaft, working even if oil, dirt, or grease contaminants are present. Offered in various sizes, maintenance-free split-ring design facilitates field retrofits on coupled equipment.

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Static Grounding and Bonding Assembly has portable design.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 22 Jan 2007 07:17:33 -0500

Bond-Rite EZ makes it possible to establish and verify proper low-resistance (under 10 W) connections in order to safely dissipate static electricity in hazardous locations. Suited for mobile or portable equipment, self-contained device provides and continuously verifies low-resistance bonding connection while displaying healthy condition via flashing green LED on handle of monitoring clamp. It is powered by Lithium Manganese battery, which provides up to 600 hr of continuous use.

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Dual Conductor Cords control static.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 08 Jan 2007 07:49:54 -0500

Available in 5, 10, and 20 ft lengths, Series 2300 features double-insulated jacket that helps cords withstand repeated flexing. Cords are part of personnel ground monitoring system designed to control personal ESD when used in conjunction with ESD workstation monitors. Models 2360, 2370, and 2371 feature straight plug design. Models with right angle plug include 2360R, 2370R, and 2371R with 3.0 mm dia plug tip, as well as 2391, 2392, and 2393 with 3.4 mm dia plug tip.

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Shaft Grounding Ring includes aluminum mounting adaptor.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 22 Aug 2006 08:04:04 -0500

Designed for NEMA and IEC ac motors, AEGIS SGR(TM) Conductive MicroFiber(TM) Shaft Grounding Ring prevents bearing damage by dissipating shaft currents to ground. Conductive microfibers inside provide path of least resistance, allowing shaft currents to discharge safely to motor frame. Microfibers work with virtually no friction or wear and are unaffected by dirt, grease, or other contaminants. Secured with 3 mounting screws, mounting adapter holds SGR in place beyond protrusion.

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Grounding Clamp protects items against static build-up.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 17 Nov 2005 06:34:28 -0500

Designed for hazardous areas, Bond-Rite(TM) clamp protects against static electricity build-up in mobile or portable equipment. It creates and continuously monitors low-resistance connection to ground, providing visual verification through flashing LED indicator. Tungsten carbide teeth and clamping action penetrate insulating layers as well as built-up paint, resins, and adhesives. Intrinsically safe body, made of 316L stainless steel, is dust and water tight.

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Ground Electrode Kit enables installation from ground level.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 03 Nov 2005 07:06:26 -0500

Designed to facilitate installation of 8 ft long ground rods, ERITECH Convenient Ground Electrode Kit contains two 4 ft, 5/8 in. dia ERITECH copperbonded ground rods; drive sleeve; ERITECH compression coupling; and ERITECH HAMMERLOCK grounding connector or CP58 grounding clamp. UL-Listed, NEC-Compliant kit is designed for No. 6 and 4 solid copper wire applications; kit with CP58 grounding clamp is designed for No. 10 solid thru No. 2 stranded conductor.

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Wiring System reduces ground noise to zero.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 15 Mar 2005 07:40:20 -0500

Used in conjunction with Variable Frequency Drives or products containing IGBT switching power supplies, wire/cabling System Solution reduces high-frequency electrical ground noise to zero. Ground also reduces motor bearing currents, increases system MTBF, and directs fault currents away from hazardous locations. ZERO GROUND cables and conduits are approved for Class I, Division II applications.

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OPGW Cable enables optical communications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 18 May 2004 07:51:07 -0500

Providing electrical grounding protection, 6841 Optical Ground Wire (OPGW) functions as drop-in communications cable replacement for overhead ground or static wire. Designs use stainless steel or aluminum tubes along with aluminum-clad steel and aluminum-alloy wires to provide electrical grounding protection, mechanical strength, and optical fiber protection. They are available with TeraLight Ultra and Metro fibers as well as Enhanced SingleMode Fiber.

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