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AC WORKS® Wisdom: How to Power Swimming Pool Pumps

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Now that Summer is finally upon us and temperatures are heating up, you may be preparing your swimming pool or even considering getting a new pool installed. So what sort of electrical connections are involved?There are basically two different setups to know about: one for in-ground pools and one for above ground pools. This video will cover the differences between the two and how to be prepared for hooking up either one. If you have any further questions about power connection solutions, please don’t hesitate to reach out and ask us through a phone call, text, or email. Like, comment,...

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AC WORKS® Wisdom: Commercial Kitchen Electrical Connections

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If you are curious about the electrical connections of large restaurant kitchens, you may be wondering: how different are the connections compared to my kitchen at home? Are there other specific electrical connections required that a home kitchen wouldn’t need?

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AC WORKS® Wisdom: What's the Difference Between NEMA 6-50 and NEMA TT-30?

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In the world of electrical connections, there are quite a few plugs and outlets that look very similar to each other. In the past, we have discussed differences in locking plugs and outlets most often associated with generators, and the differences with the outlet and plugs you can find in your home. There is another set that looks a little similar but serves very different purposes.

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AC WORKS® Wisdom: How Long Do Breakers Take To Trip?

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In this video, we will take a look at a chart that breaks down the time and current needed to trip a breaker. With this information, you will be able to determine if your workload will trip a breaker and how quickly it will be tripped.

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AC WORKS® Wisdom: Can PDUs Be Used With Generators?

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PDUs can be used with generators for a couple of different jobs. As we have already mentioned, they can be used to power tools outside at a construction site. Small PDU adapters can be used on mobile generators to power smaller tools in the yard, for smaller work sites, or for flood restoration in areas where the power is out. Another time PDU adapters can be used with generators is during a power outage. 

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