Archive for the 'Press Releases' Category
Feb
26
Congressman Lamar Smith holds hearing on gravitational waves.
February 26, 2016 | Comments Off on Congressman Lamar Smith holds hearing on gravitational waves.
OSA commends Chairman Lamar Smith (R-TX) for holding hearing on gravitational waves and research announced by the Laser Interferometer Gravitational Wave Observatory. LIGO’s discovery of gravitational waves will impact the physical sciences for years to come and much of this discovery can be attributed to the use of advanced optical systems. Discovery reaffirms the crucial role that optics and photonics play in the most innovative discoveries in science today.
Feb
26
NEMA Business Conditions Indexes lose ground in February.
February 26, 2016 | Comments Off on NEMA Business Conditions Indexes lose ground in February.
NEMA’s Electroindustry Business Conditions Index for current conditions in North America fell back in February, dropping to 44.4 from 50 the previous month as more panelists reported conditions eroded than improved. Compared to January, smaller shares of survey panel reported that business conditions improved (22% in February compared to 41% in January) and that they deteriorated (33% in February compared to 41% in January). In addition, 44% claimed conditions were unchanged in February.
Feb
26
Mfg4 2016 convenes aerospace, defense and medical industries.
February 26, 2016 | Comments Off on Mfg4 2016 convenes aerospace, defense and medical industries.
Scheduled for May 3-5, Mfg4 2016 is dedicated to showcasing aerospace, defense, and medical device manufacturing. Tradeshow and conference provides opportunities for attendees to learn business strategies and about products that work well in the…
Feb
26
LED Luminaire offers visibility in parking lots and walkways.
February 26, 2016 | Comments Off on LED Luminaire offers visibility in parking lots and walkways.
Designed in post top or cantilevered styles, Salvus 20 comes in 75 and 100 W models with CCTs of 3000, 4000, and 5000K. Luminaire delivers approximately 11,000 lm and total efficacy of 103 lm/W. IP-66 rated Optical Module, which is sealed separately …
Feb
26
Isolation Transformers can be used in sealed panels.
February 26, 2016 | Comments Off on Isolation Transformers can be used in sealed panels.
Offered in 250+ models, isolation transformers feature full load operating efficiencies of 97%–99%. This enables cool operation as well as use in sealed panels without external cooling, while size and weight allow thinner panel c…
Feb
26
Split Grounding Bushings come in large sizes.
February 26, 2016 | Comments Off on Split Grounding Bushings come in large sizes.
Available in 4, 5, and 6 in. models, Mighty-Rite® Steel Split Grounding Bushings are suited for large industrial, commercial, and municipal projects. Units are designed for primary (high voltage) installations and applications where full-sized gr…