New 5KV and 10KV Insulation Testers Offer Many Unique 
Features
Megger announces the introduction of two new products, the new S1-552 5kV insulation tester and the S1-1052 10kV insulation tester.
Each instrument includes special noise suppression for use in high voltage substations or switchyards and are line or battery operated for extra testing flexibility in the field. The measurement range has been expanded to 15 T Ω on the S1-552 and 35 T Ω on the S1-1052 for improved insulation testing and better long-term trending of test results of higher value apparatus.
Both units automatically perform insulation resistance (IR), dielectric absorption ratio (DAR), polarization index (PI), step voltage (SV) and dielectric discharge (DD) tests. Other important features include storage of test results, data download using RS232 or USB, and an extra rugged enclosure with easy “how-to-use” instructions built into the lid.
The S1-552 offers variable test voltages of 50 V to 1 kV in 10 V steps and 1 kV to 5 kV in 25 V steps. The S1-1052 offers the ability to step up the voltage in 10 V increments from 50 to 1000 V and in 25 V increments beyond 1000 V.
For more information, visit at www.megger.com.
New Maysteel Aluminum TH Enclosures Offer Strength and Rigidity, Plus Light Weight
Maysteel has introduced a new family of top-hinge sectionalizing enclosures combining the strength of steel and the corrosion resistance of fiberglass. The new family of Aluminum TH Sectionalizing Enclosures are built strong, with
0.090” or 0.125” marine-grade aluminum and all-riveted construction. The enclosures are priced hundreds of dollars less than fiberglass and have an even lighter weight.
Aluminum TH enclosures meet or exceed ANSI standards for security and finish characteristics. Models are available for single or three-phase applications, with 15kV or 25kV junctions installed, or in fused sectionalizer configurations.
Other important features include:
§ Top-hinge design for easy access to all electrical components;
§ Special tamper-proof channels for extra security from unauthorized intrusion;
§ Rust-proof and corrosion free aluminum construction;
§ All hardware and hinges of non ferrous material;
§ Durable powder paint finish exceeds ANSI standards;
§ Munsell green color to blend with surroundings;
§ Ground nuts conveniently located on mounting bar and on enclosure for concentric neutral;
§ Parking stands and wind stop for added convenience;
§ Available with or without junctions; and
§ Closed end rivets for security.
SLI Lighting T5 Fluorescent Lights the New the New Airbus A380
The world’s largest passenger airliner, the Airbus A380, has begun international commercial service equipped with SLi Lighting’s T-5 fluorescent lamps. The A380 uses a variety of wattages of SLi T-5s in both 3000 and 4000 Kelvin color temperatures. The selection of SLi Lighting was made after extensive evaluation to ensure that the lamp selected for the A380 met the latest onboard engineering standards and specifications.
SLi T-5 lamps, including those used on the A380, have been available in the United States for more than four years. They are widely used in a variety of general lighting applications including new construction projects and energy saving retrofit installations. Size, operating efficiency, and color performance make SLi T-5s an ideal choice for much OEM applications as well.
The T5 lamp is a new generation of triphosphor high efficiency slim linear fluorescent tubes offering superior colorimetric, photometric and lumen maintenance, making it particularly suitable for use in low profile recessed and suspended luminaires and modular systems.
With high lamp efficacy up to 104 lm/W and energy savings up to 25% compared to T8 lamps in appropriate luminaries, the SLi T5 delivers almost constant lumen maintenance throughout the entire life of the lamp due to tri-phosphor technology. The lamp has a high color rendering of 85 CRI and an average rated life up to 20,000 hours. Its optimized ambient operating temperature at 35 degree C (maximum lumen output) allows compact luminaire designs.
For more information, visit www.sli-lighting-usa.com.
Acenti® Earns Award for Merchandising Excellence from POPAI
Leviton’s Acenti® Demonstrator was awarded the 2006 Outstanding Merchandising Achievement (OMA) award (Bronze level) at the National Global Shop recently held in Orlando and hosted by the Point of Purchase Advertising Institute (POPAI). The interactive demonstrator features Leviton’s Acenti dimmer and companion remote alongside its signature triplex receptacle installed in a stainless steel wallplate. This year, POPAI presented 31 Gold awards, 60 Silver awards and 114 Bronze awards.
“OMA awards recognize the innovation and effectiveness of a company’s at-retail display. They are the premier awards for recognizing the most innovative and effective in-store and at retail displays that increase sales and make products memorable and enticing to consumers,” explained Christine Kelly, Merchandising and Promotions Manager for Leviton. “We are honored that our Acenti demonstrator was selected from such a large field of entries to receive this prestigious merchandising recognition.”
Leviton’s groundbreaking Acenti Collection consists of more than 40 premium-grade wiring devices designed for today’s high-end homes. Acenti products include dimmers, switches, remotes for dimmers and switches, receptacles, GFCI’s, field-configurable jacks and connectors, and companion screwless wallplates. The Acenti line is Leviton’s most ambitious product offering since the introduction of its Decora® line of wiring devices more than 30 years ago.
In addition to the POPAI award, the Acenti Collection has received numerous awards since its introduction last year. These include: the Chicago Athenaeum Museum of Architecture and Design’s GOOD DESIGN™ award, the Industrial Design Excellence Award (IDEA), Electronic House Magazine’s Product of the Year Award, Building Products Magazine’s Most Valuable Product Award (MVP), TED Magazine’s Best of the Best Award for merchandising and EC&M’s Product of the Year award. Acenti’s triplex receptacle was cited by the Wall Street Journal as one of the “biggest stars” at the 2005 International Builders Show. For more information, visit www.leviton.com.
Ruud’s New Full Cutoff Wall Pack Provides Controlled 
Illumination Without Glare
Ruud’s new Full Cutoff EZ Wall Pack (GWC Series) is an excellent alternative to a traditional refractor wall pack in applications where glare or spill light is a concern. The Full Cutoff EZ Wall Pack provides excellent cutoff illumination, ease of installation and serviceability. The GWC Series’ 12” housing accommodates 150W PSMH, 50, 70, 100 or 175W MH and 35, 50, 70, 100 or 150W HPS medium base lamps.
With the efficiency of vertical lamp operation and the specially-designed optical system and shrouded housing, the new Full Cutoff EZ Wall Pack provides excellent, controlled forward throw illumination without the potential for glare or light spill. The wide distribution ensures wide fixture spacing and maximum light levels. The GWC Series achieves IES Full Cutoff Classification and meets local anti-glare lighting ordinances.
The copper-free, die-cast aluminum housing is standard with our exclusive Colorfast DeltaGuard™ finish, featuring an E-coat epoxy primer with bronze ultra-durable powder topcoat.
All fixtures are standard with a high-power-factor ballast. The majority of the fixtures are supplied with a multi-volt ballast. In the U.S., the standard ballast includes 120, 208, 240 and 277 volts; in Canada, the standard ballast includes 120, 277 and 347 volts (some wattages are standard with a 120/277 dual-volt ballast).
The patented mounting system makes installation a simple, one-person task. The fixture is furnished with lightweight mounting box designed for installation over standard 4” square or octagonal and single-gang J boxes and for conduit entry from top, sides and rear. T he GWC Series is designed for extreme resistance to weather or insect infiltration. Complete silicone gasketing around lens and at the mounting provide an insect and watertight seal. The GWC is UL Listed in the U.S. and Canada for wet locations.
For more information, visit www.ruudlighting.com.
New Multi-Technology Occupancy Sensor Wall Switch Offers Highly-Accurate "Install and Forget" Performance
Leviton's new OSSMT-MD Multi-Technology Wall Switch Occupancy Sensor combines infrared and ultrasonic technology for highly accurate occupancy detection with minimal false triggering. The sensor features self-adaptive technology that compensates for real-time occupancy patterns to provide trouble free "install and forget" performance for maximum energy savings and convenience. The OSSMT-MD replaces a standard box-mounted single-pole switch and is ideal for a variety of commercial applications including private and executive offices, training and conference rooms, classrooms, storage areas, restrooms and lounges.
The OSSMT-MD uses PIR (infrared) sensing to detect motion and turn lights ON and both PIR and US (ultrasonic) sensing to keep the lights ON while the area is occupied. PIR sensing provides immunity to false tripping and US sensing provides maximum sensitivity and range. This combination increases the accuracy of the OSSMT-MD in irregular shaped or partitioned rooms where PIR technology alone would not be effective. The sensor also features energy-saving "walk-through" sensing that will automatically turn lights OFF 2-1/2 minutes after momentary occupancy. Additional features include ambient light override to keep lights OFF when there is adequate natural lighting, adjustable field-of-view blinders and a convenient pushbutton for manual ON/OFF switching at any time.
The OSSMT-MD is rated 800W incandescent and 1200VA for magnetic low-voltage and fluorescent lighting at 120V AC, and 2700VA fluorescent at 277V AC. It can be used with magnetic or electronic ballasts and features true zero-crossing switching to ensure maximum relay life and compatibility with electronic ballasts. The OSSMT is part of Leviton's integrated energy management control offering that includes Leviton occupancy sensors, timers, dimmers and photocells, as well as Centura Daylight Harvesting systems and Architectural Lighting Control Systems. For more information, visit www.leviton.com.
MGE Significantly Reduces the Entry Cost to Scalable Power Protection withNew Pulsar MX 5000 RT UPS 
MGE UPS SYSTEMS has launched the first building block of its Pulsar MX Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) system that is quickly scaleable from 5kVA to 20kVA. This new system provides network administrators and facility managers an economical and flexible solution to protecting their growing networks. The new Pulsar MX 5000 RT UPS offers a .9 power factor delivering 4500 watts of power, built-in redundancy capabilities, hot swappable batteries and power modules, along with integrated output receptacles for true plug-and-play functionality.
Designed to deliver the highest level of protection for 20 to 110 servers, the online double-conversion Pulsar MX UPS uses modular redundant architecture that can easily scale power and runtime as demand increases or when users require higher levels of availability. Using only 3U (5.25 inch high) for the combination of power and battery sub-modules, users can configure the new units as freestanding tower or rack-mounted systems. When connected in parallel within the Pulsar Frame modular chassis (to be introduced in the Fall of '06), the Pulsar MX sub-modules can be readily scaled to 10, 15 (with redundancy) or 20kVA power levels; without disrupting connected equipment; all within the Pulsar's compact 16U frame. With up to 18kW, this scalable solution provides the highest power density in the industry. For the first time, the same power and battery sub-modules can be used for both the standalone UPS and the modular chassis, which significantly reduces the entry cost to scalability for the end user. Through this innovative approach, the user can decide to acquire a cost-competitive Pulsar MX 5000 RT, and then migrate later to a fully scalable, redundant solution using the Pulsar Frame while still using the original power and battery sub-modules of the original 5kVA standalone UPS. With built-in network manageability, the Pulsar MX systems are ideal for protecting high-performance workstations and servers in operation-critical server and network rooms. The 5kVA compact unit features front access hot-swappable battery and power sub-modules, auto battery-test, multilingual LCD display and intuitive power management software. For extended backup time, users can add external battery modules to achieve up to two hours of runtime. To help preserve battery life, the Pulsar MX 5000 RT units accept wide input voltage and frequency ranges to avoid using the batteries unnecessarily. Standard internal bypass assures added reliability by supplying utility power to connected equipment in the event of a UPS fault.
The Pulsar MX 5000 RT model includes USB and serial ports for communication with included power management and supervision software for current Windows operating systems as well as several versions of UNIX, Linux, Macintosh, Novell and legacy Windows OS. In addition, the UPS is compatible with MGE's sophisticated Enterprise Power Management software and Network Shutdown Module for monitoring UPSs across the network.
Through MGE's PowerServices(TM), the UPS is fully protected by a two-year guarantee including the batteries. The Pulsar MX 5000 RT meets worldwide standards for safety and performance including UL and cUL and holds the CE mark for overseas markets. For more information visit www.mgeups.com/us.
New Field Cleaver from FIS
This affordable cleaver from Fiber Instrument Sales, Inc. (FIS) performs thousands of cleaves for about two cents per cleave! Ideal for quick term connectors and mechanical splices. Ceramic blade performs over 6,000 cleaves and replacement blades are available. Includes cleave length guide, from 5-20mm. For more information, visit www.fiberinstrumentsales.com.
Accubid Estimating Version 7 Now Links to NetPricer™ 
The recently released Version 7 of Accubid’s family of estimating solutions—Accubid Pro™, BidWinner™, BidWinner Plus™, and PowerBid™—now links to NetPricer™, the online pricing service from ElecticSmarts.com. Accubid’s new NetPricer Link utility allows Accubid’s estimating programs to connect via the Internet to NetPricer and obtain net price quotations from their favorite electrical supplier. The quotations can then be used to update material prices in the Extension and/or the material database.
NetPricer Link Features
- Secured (username and password) connection to NetPricer service;
- Multiple supplier support;
- Quick analysis feature, allows for the selection of an aggressive best buy price (lowest price) or a specific price from a chosen supplier;
- Overall List of Material screen, individual Supplier results screens, and combined
Results page (illustrating either lowest price or price from a specifically selected
supplier); A status code indicates when an item is not matched, with a red highlight on the combined Results screen to quickly draw attention to a missing price; and
- All data received from NetPricer is stored in a XML file, with a date and time s tamp to allow for the review of historical quotes.
Battery-actuated Hydraulic Cutter Named Product of the Year in Hand Tool Category
FCI has been awarded the honor of Electrical Construction & Maintenance Magazine’s 2006 Hand Tools Product of the Year award for its BURNDY® PATRIOT® PATCUT battery actuated hydraulic cutter. In addition, the BURNDY® PATCUT is in the running for the 2006 Platinum Award, given to the overall best product in the electrical industry.
Established in 2000 to honor excellence in new product development in the electrical industry, the EC&M Product of the Year Competition showcases the most innovative products of the past year and recognizes the talent and commitment of the people involved with every aspect of development, from concept through sales.
Compact, fast, and easy to use, the BURNDY® PATCUT incorporates the latest in battery tool technology for the electrical market. The ergonomic design allows one hand operation so the user has one hand free to manipulate the conductor into the proper cutting position. The BURNDY® PATCUT incorporates a specialized latch-style cutting head that allows interference-free closure for mid-span cuts and rotates 180 degrees to allow users to get into tight areas easier.
The BURNDY® PATCUT is capable of cutting 1.29” of copper and aluminum cable, 1113 ACSR, 5/8” soft steel bolts, ½” standard guy strand, and 3/8” EHS guy strand. It comes equipped with a high impact formed carrying case to hold the tool, a tool retention lanyard, a battery charger and two batteries. The tool operates on industry-standard 18-volt Ni/MH batteries that eliminate voltage depression or “memory” issues. What’s more, the addition of a reliable mechanical ram release helps prevent depletion of battery power. The BURNDY® PATCUT comes with a limited warranty on the cutter, batteries, and charger.
For more information, visit www.fciconnect.com.
Electrical Switches and Terminals Integrated with Overmolding for High Reliability
Custom fabricated electrical switches and terminals that are integrated with discrete component over-molding for producing medical and surgical devices are being introduced by ETCO Incorporated of Warwick, Rhode Island.
ETCO Custom Electrical Terminals for medical and surgical devices are designed to integrate with discrete component over-molding to offer better strain and flex relief, assembly efficiency, and reduced costs. Manufactured from virtually any alloy including medical grade alloys, titanium, platinum, stainless, and copper alloys, they can be supplied reel-to-reel or loose piece for integration into a wide range of automation systems.
Produced in sizes from 0.008” to 0.090” thick with ±0.002” tolerances, depending upon materials and design requirements, ETCO Custom Electrical Terminals are developed using rapid proto-typing with 3-D solid modeling analysis. They can also be inlaid or edgelaid with precious metals for increased wear properties and other characteristics.
ETCO Custom Electrical Terminals are priced according to design, materials, and quantity; typically suited for 500,000 parts/yr. production quantities.
For more information contact visit www.etco.com
Gardner Bender Introduces the Smarter, Easier-to-Use B2000 
Cycline™ Conduit Bender
Gardner Bender redesigned the B2000 Cyclone® electric conduit bender, a single shoe, single unit solution, to reduce the time, resources and fatigue involved in making repeatable bends for EMT, IMC, RIGID ½”-2” conduit and ½”-1 ½” PVC Coated Rigid Aluminum.
A new circuit board with diagnostics makes the re-engineered Cyclone the only powered conduit bender to diagnose problems during power-up or operation, expediting maintenance and repair. This built-in intelligence includes a circuit verification phase at power-up, checking the complete electrical system for failures before use to ensure proper operation.
The Cyclone’s ergonomic pendant control design allows one-hand operation. Its push button membrane and power indicator lights enable the user to comfortably guide the conduit during the bend with one hand.
The revamped Cyclone offers five features that directly contribute to improved productivity on-the-job for the electrical contractor:
- Minimum set-up and change-over times: One shoe fits all conduit types and sizes, eliminating loose or misplaced parts.
- Horizontal or vertical working positions: For comfortable table-top bending or accurate offsets in tight spaces.
- Fast, accurate automatic bending: Dial in the angle for an automatic bend in 8 to 12 seconds, depending on pipe size. Conduit ejects easily.
- Effortless job site maneuverability: A compact four-wheel frame assembly easily clears doorways and rough terrain with larger 10” front wheels and rear caster style wheels.
5. Minimal training time: Self contained design includes one-piece support roller housing and fixed conduit clamps. Set-up and bending instructions are printed on the bender shoe for easy reference.
The B2000 Cyclone conduit bender is available through STAFDA Distributors (Specialty Tools and Fasteners Distributor Association), Evergreen Marketing Group Distributors and tool houses.
For more information visit www.gardnerbender.com.
High Current PCB Connector and Contact Series
Anderson Power Products ® (APP) introduces the new High Current Connector and Contact series. An ideal solution for applications that require high current connections to a PCB, the High Current Connector and Contact Series may be configured in one or two row configurations, in both vertical and straight mounted terminations.
When utilized with the APP Powerpole 15/45 connector housings, the High Current Connector and Contact Series provides a reliable wire to PCB connection. The connectors are RoHS compliant and have a UL rating of 45 amps per circuit. Additional ratings can be determined by consulting the rating curves.
The APP High Current Connector and Contact series contacts are composed of copper alloy with tin plating, limiting the voltage drop to less than 5.5mV. The connectors are available with accessories that include mounting wings and spacers.
or more information, visit www.andersonpower.com.
Greenlee Expands its line of Levels with the new L97 Mini-
Magnet Laser Level
Greenlee has expanded its line of levels with the new L97 mini-magnet laser level, which can project a beam of light over 80 yards to help align objects. This level is valuable in making a variety of applications easier for electrical contractors and plumbers. Such tasks as bending conduit, aligning an electrical panel box or plumbing metal cabinets can be done faster with the L97 level. Greenlee also offers the L77 mini-torpedo magnetic bubble level and the L107 electrician’s torpedo level.
“The new L97 mini-magnet laser level comes with the ‘no-dog’ attachment features for bending,” said Chera M. Ellis, Director of Marketing for Greenlee. “No-dog” assists end-users in creating flawless bends.”
The L97 features a four vial design, each with anodized aluminum for displaying 0, 30, 45, and 90 degree angle ports that provide easy viewing from all sides. The V-groove on the top of the level also adds to the easy viewing of the vials. There are four rare earth magnets that allow for hands-free use on metal surfaces.
The L97 mini-magnet laser level is machined from aluminum alloy and anodized to aircraft standards. The bending offsets and calculations are permanently laser engraved onto the level allowing for better sight recognition.
For more information visit www.greenlee.com.
Halo Energy Star H570 Compact Fluorescent Downlight Series
Halo has expanded its offering of Energy Star/Title 24 qualified compact fluorescent recessed downlights with the addition of the H570 Series. The H570 Series compliments with the existing Halo 6” aperture Energy Star/Title 24 qualified H270 series.
The 5” aperture new-construction and remodel housings are IC rated for direct contact with insulation and Air-Tite™ Certified ASTM E283 which meet restricted air flow requirements. Housings are available with a 13-watt (H570ICAT/H570RICAT), 18-watt (H571ICAT/H571RICAT) or 26-watt (H572ICAT/H572RICAT) lamp. A wide selection of trims (12) including Baffles, Reflectors, Lens/Shower Lights and Wall Wash trims allow for different lighting effects from one housing.
The energy efficient fixtures meet all applicable requirements of California Title 24, the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), New York State Energy Conservation Construction Code (NY-ECCC) and the Washington State Energy Code.
Installation is quick and easy with Halo’s exclusive Got Nail! bar hangers, Slide-N-Side™ III junction box, and the many additional contractor friendly features.
Leviton Introduces Industry’s Largest Collection of Wiring 
Devices and Lighting Controls in Light Almond Color
Leviton Manufacturing has introduced the industry’s largest collection of wiring devices, lighting controls and matching wallplates in Light Almond, one of today’s popular color choice of decorators, architects, specifiers and homeowners. The new offering consists of an extensive selection of both traditional toggle and Decora® rocker style switches; Decora Illumatech™, SureSlide™ and ToggleTouch™ dimmers; Leviton’s new Vizia™ Collection dimmers; straight-blade receptacles, including SmartLock® GFCI and surge suppressor models; combination devices; dimmers and fan speed controls; occupancy sensors; QuickPort® Snap-In jacks and connectors; and traditional and designer-style wallplates including new midway-size screwless, snap-on wallplates, from one to six gang configurations.
“ Light Almond is an elegant, tasteful and sophisticated color,” states James Sherman, Marketing Director for Leviton’s Residential Products. “Our new offering of Light Almond devices and controls is based on our extensive research which showed that light almond is a highly popular color choice among consumers.”
The extensive offering of more than 250 devices and controls in Light Almond coordinates with virtually any décor from the most traditional to the most contemporary. For more information, visit www.leviton.com.
RotoZip® Tracing XBIT Takes The Measuring Out Of Cutting
RotoZip continued the expansion of its heavy duty and long-lasting XBITS™ line with the addition of the XB-MPGP2 Tracing XBIT, a full-fledged multi-purpose tracer. For applications in a variety of materials ranging from wood to fiberglass, the newest XBIT offers a fast and easy solution for all types of cut-outs.
The Patented RotoZip Tracing Bit tip makes perfect cuts every time by avoiding the object behind the surface and only cutting out the material desired. From electrical boxes to window frames and more, this new bit eliminates the need for measurement. The 5/32” diameter bit is compatible with both RotoZip and competitive Spiral Saws®.
