Surge protectors vs. circuit breakers—what’s the difference?

We all have our limits, and the wiring in our buildings, computers, peripherals, and appliances is no different. Fortunately, devices exist to detect when those limits have been surpassed and protect against damage. Today we'll look at two mechanisms: the circuit breaker and the surge protector. Each of these devices works differently and does different...

6 ways LEDs can Contribute to our Health and Safety

Using LED as a light source certainly isn’t considered new or novel in 2021. By now you've most likely heard of the many ways this illumination is superior and the energy efficiencies that using LEDs can afford. Perhaps what is less familiar are the numerous wellness implications that this source of light can offer. In...

Understanding light and power product certifications

We’ve all been there- tempted by those almost too-good-to-be-true value-priced alternatives when shopping for electronics and appliances online. You know the ones that look exactly like the leading brand names and feature the same specifications for a fraction of the price? Sometimes you can get lucky and score a deal on a knock-off product that...