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Understanding the IP69K Rating
The Ingress Protection system is an internationally accepted measurement of how much a device prevents the entry of dust and high temperature, high pressure water into its interior. The rating starts with two letters (IP) followed by two numbers. The first number refers to the amount of…
Ericson Products earn IP69K Rating
Ericson is happy to announce that our Perma-Tite watertight wiring devices have earned the IP69K ingress protection rating! This also includes our watertight models of SmartMonitor visual diagnostic as well as Perma-Kleen antimicrobial wiring devices. The Ingress Protection (IP) rating utilizes…
What is explosion proof lighting?
Explosion proof lighting is a special type of product designed to withstand the toughest environments, specifically hazardous locations. Per Article 500 of the National Electrical Code (NEC), an area is considered a hazardous location when there are (or may be) ignitable concentrations of…
5 Ways to Protect Workers During Turnarounds & Shutdowns
When creating a project plan for plant shutdowns, there is one aspect you can't compromise on: employee safety. Although each facility is different, there are several common denominators when it comes to safety concerns. Below are 5 ways you can protect your workers on the job site: Wet Location…
