Lighting Options

Lighting is one of the things that help to separate us from all of the other creatures on the planet, and it is a very important aspect of the home and business. You will find that there are many different types of lighting out there, all with a distinct purpose. Understanding all of the different… Continue reading Lighting Options

Wireless Sensor Networks

What are Wireless Sensor Networks? Wireless sensor networks enable detailed information to be obtained from sometimes very large or inaccessible areas that may be monitored for various conditions. Wireless sensor networks include everything from security monitoring networks that control access to a property to the networks that monitor ocean wave activity, looking for signs of… Continue reading Wireless Sensor Networks

Lighting Components Overview

What Are Lighting Components and Accessories? Lighting components and accessories include devices used to upgrade and repair existing lighting systems. They include very common and familiar devices, such as controls that allow the lighting to be turned off during the day and turned on at night automatically. They also include sophisticated components, such as infrared… Continue reading Lighting Components Overview

Sensors & Transducers

Sensors are devices that have the capability of detecting changes, even subtle changes, which it will then be able to change into a signal and measure. Transducers have the capability to move power across systems and keep it in the same form, although in some instances, the power actually can change form. Sometimes, people use… Continue reading Sensors & Transducers

Megger Test

The Megger test is a method of testing making use of an insulation resistance meter that will help to verify the condition of electrical insulation. This is certainly not a new test, and has been in use for a number of years. One of the reasons that it is still such a popular option is… Continue reading Megger Test

Thumbwheel Switches

A thumbwheel switch is a multi-position rotary switch. It contains a sprocket that can go forward or backward. As you can imagine from the name, you will be able to use a thumb, or a finger, to move the sprocket each way. They can be on a mechanical or an electronic device. These are sometimes… Continue reading Thumbwheel Switches