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Choosing Rugged, Robust, and Reliable Electrical Devices for the Mining Industry

Choosing Rugged, Robust, and Reliable Electrical Devices for the Mining Industry

At the heart of mining, quarrying, and aggregate operations lies a crucial yet often overlooked aspect: rugged, robust, and reliable electrical connections, where every component is exposed to a relentless onslaught from dust, moisture, vibrations, and extreme temperature. This week’s Blog from MELTRIC® Corporation discusses the unique set of challenges to keeping the power on at your mine site.

Enhancing Electrical Safety and Efficiency in the Mining Industry: MELTRIC® Plugs and Receptacles for the Win

Enhancing Electrical Safety and Efficiency in the Mining Industry: MELTRIC® Plugs and Receptacles for the Win

Written by Grant Zwicke, MELTRIC® Corporation While the mining industry continues to evolve, the challenging aspects of prioritizing safety and efficiency remain. To keep pace with the increased focus on worker safety, innovative solutions are essential to remain on schedule. Rugged and reliable electrical connectors are one piece of the puzzle – one that offers […]

Arc Flash Safety in Mining

Arc Flash Safety in Mining

Arc Flash Safety in Mining The single largest category of electrical injuries in the mining industry is non-contact electrical burns caused by arc flash events, according to an investigation conducted by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) over 11 years. Even though this study found that the majority of mining electrical injuries […]

Safe Reliable Electrical Connections for Mining Applications

Safe Reliable Electrical Connections for Mining Applications

Most mining applications require electrical connections that can handle frequent connection/disconnection with reliable conducting power and proper safety ratings. This week’s Blog from the experts at MELTRIC looks at their switch-rated devices that use solid silver-nickel material as the contact surface, producing for superior conductivity with spring-loaded butt contacts for thousands of consistent and reliable connections, all while prioritizing operator safety.

Switch-Rated Plugs: The Ideal Connector for Electrical Power on the Move

Switch-Rated Plugs: The Ideal Connector for Electrical Power on the Move

At a remote construction site, finding electrical connections that are safe and easy to operate can be more challenging compared to within a facility or permanent worksite since resources are limited. This week’s Blog from MELTRIC takes a look at their switch-rated plug solutions that have become the top choice of power connectors for guaranteed safety while providing reliable power.

Plug and Play Electrical Connections for Mining Applications

Plug and Play Electrical Connections for Mining Applications

Moving conveyors and other electrically powered aggregate processing equipment can be a challenging task. This is especially true when sand and grit can get in the threads of pin-and-sleeve connectors and make it difficult to get them apart when needed. This week’s Blog from MELTRIC talks about how their Switch-Rated plug and receptacle solutions have made these kinds of site-to-site moves much easier.