FedEx adds 31 electric vehicles to its fleet in Singapore
The aforementioned custom-designed Mercedes electric truck offers a payload capacity of 923 kilograms and is said to range up to 321 kilometers on a single charge. It will therefore likely have the 60 kWh battery pack that Mercedes has been using in the eVito since 2021. According to FedEx, the new vehicles will replace 31 […]
Official European notified bodies for cable manufacturers
Notified bodies are the only recognized third parties that evaluate the performance of construction products. They are appointed by European Union countries. The European Commission ensures cooperation between notified bodies. At Top Cable, we manufacture cables approved by notified bodies Quality is an inseparable attribute of our cables. At Top Cable, we design […]
OSHA issues new guidance on arc flash hazards
Today, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued updated guidance for personal protective equipment (PPE) to provide Americans who work on energized electrical equipment with appropriate protection from arc hazards. The new OSHA announcement provides appropriate guidance for employers and employees to ensure that arc flash protective clothing and equipment […]
AC surge protectors for indoor and outdoor LED lighting
HAYDEN, Idaho – Transtector Systems of Hayden, Idaho, offers a line of panel-style surge protectors for LED lighting and whole-home surge protection in interior and exterior applications. The products comply with NEC Section 230.67 standards, which requires new AC services feeding residential units to be equipped with a surge protection device. It is also listed […]
I test drove the Nissan Ariya and was impressed at some of the year-end offers
Sign up to receive daily news updates from CleanTechnica via email. Or follow us on Google News! I was driving by a grocery store and noticed they had a Nissan Ariya test drive station just north of Denver, Colorado. I stopped and took him for a ride. I drove the top-of-the-line Platinum 4×4. This has […]
Tesla is offering low-cost leases in a new program to boost sagging electric vehicle sales
Tesla has launched a new LeasyMyTesla program to get more electric cars onto Australian roads, in its latest effort to boost sagging sales in the country. The new leasing program is now available through Tesla’s Australian vehicle configurator and is operated by Driva, a local finance company. In a post on LinkedIn, Tom Drew, Tesla’s […]
My Tesla was beat up – can you fix it at a Tesla Authorized Repair Center or a “regular” repair shop?
Sign up to receive daily news updates from CleanTechnica via email. Or follow us on Google News! How do I use my experience to get an estimate for a simple repair at both a Tesla Certified and “regular” body shop? I’ve written about Tesla collision repairs before here and here , about 5 years ago. […]
Why would you want to replace your surge protectors before the next storm?
Dealing with a power outage is bad enough, but imagine if some of your appliances and electronics never turned back on once power was restored. A power surge, a sudden increase in voltage in a home’s electrical system, can damage or destroy any device that relies on electricity to operate. This possibility includes having a […]
Look for reasons for high business energy
November 22, 2024 Watch out for the causes of high energy trading so you can prevent it. Power surges can disrupt daily business operations, damage critical equipment, and lead to costly repairs. Understanding the common causes of commercial power surges is essential to protecting your electrical system and keeping your business running smoothly. Here are […]
What constitutes an appropriate means of supporting wiring systems?
Wiring systems should be selected and installed to avoid damage to the cable jacket or insulation and terminations during installation, use and maintenance. Jake Green, Head of Technical Engagement at Scolmore Group, takes a look at suitable means of supporting cables for a variety of conditions in addition to the requirements of BS 7671. All […]