Featured: Editorial
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PBUS@C-level: An Interview with Michael Knight, Corporate Senior Vice President of Strategy at TTI
Michael Knight, Corporate Senior Vice President of Strategy for TTI Inc., recently spoke with PBUS contributing editor Barb Jorgensen about the drivers behind skyrocketing electronics component demand.
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Purging and Pressurizing an Enclosure: System Designs for Hazardous Areas
Many industrial processes require operation in locations where there may be hazardous gases, dust or fibers present in the atmosphere. Providing protection against this type of disaster can be accomplished by the design of specialized electrical equipment using proven design techniques or providing protection for the equipment by creating an environment void of these combustibles.
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How to Use Current Sense Transformers: Principles & Practical Examples
By: Anthony J. Kourtessis, Design Engineer | Signal Transformer at Bel Fuse Without accurate current sensing, essential functions such as efficiency monitoring, protection, and closed-loop control become unreliable.
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AutomationDirect adds PSR Series Spring Clamp Power Supplies
Rhino PSR power supplies with tool-free spring clamp terminals provide secure, vibration-resistant connections that never need retorquing, delivering long-term reliability in an ultra-slim design with rugged metal or aluminum housings. Ideal for space-constrained control cabinets. With high efficiency, high power density, and constant current overcurrent protection, the PSR series is well suited for charging and other demanding loads. Single phase and three phase models offer a wide input range and adjustable 24 VDC outputs from 120 to 480 W. Their IP20 finger safe protection rating prevents accidental contact with live components during installation and maintenance.
Featured: In the Panel Products
Products for Panel Builders
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Schneider Electric Utilizes Weidmüller SNAP IN Technology for New TeSys Series to Cut Wiring Time by Up to 75%
See SNAP IN technology in Schneider’s TeSys Series at Automate 2026, June 22-25 in Chicago in both Weidmuller USA and Schneider Booths Weidmüller, the inventor of SNAP IN connection technology, has announced that Schneider Electric has selected its award-winning SNAP IN solution for the new TeSys series of motor control products. The collaboration delivers an Read More…
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AutomationDirect: Gladiator DIN Rail Mounted Duplex Receptacles with USB Models
Gladiator GR series DIN rail mounted duplex receptacles are convenience outlets easily installed within electrical enclosures to provide temporary power for laptop computers, test equipment, and USB powered devices. The new GR-REC2 model consists of two NEMA 5-15 straight blade receptacles, the GR-REC2-GFCI adds GFCI protection, and the GR-REC2-USB-xx receptacles include USB ports in various… Read More…
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RS PRO, the own brand of RS, makes automation easier
The control panel — the difference between systems that run and systems that perform. They connect, protect, and organize vital components, directing signal and power flow across complex operations to prevent downtime and protect assets.
Panel building with RS PRO pays off in reliability, cost savings, and convenience. These parts come together to optimize system uptime, safety, maintenance, and longevity.
Featured: Enclosure Products
Products for Enclosure Products
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AutomationDirect: Saginaw NEMA 1 and Sanitary Enclosures with Various Accessories
New Saginaw NEMA 1 wall‑mount enclosures are designed for indoor use where economical, reliable protection is essential. Available in a wide range of sizes, these enclosures feature sturdy carbon steel construction, convenient knockouts on all sides for streamlined wiring, 180‑degree door opening for easy access, and compatibility with common subpanels and accessories. For hygienic and… Read More…
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OKW Enclosures: Pole/Mast Mounting Bracket For Enclosures – Indoors/Outdoors
A pole/mast mounting bracket is now available in the accessory range for the secure and stable mounting of IP rated electronic enclosures to poles and masts of various diameters. Thanks to its special design, the new mounting bracket offers flexible application: it is suitable for smaller pole diameters (minimum 1.18″) as well as for masts… Read More…
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Electrical Enclosure Cooling: How to Choose and Size
Selecting the right cooling solution for an electrical enclosure is more than a technical detail — it directly impacts reliability, efficiency, and operating costs. This article explores the correct sizing method, compares available cooling technologies, and shows how tools like Cosmotec WebSelect help panel builders make faster, smarter, and more accurate decisions.
Featured Articles
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Why Hammond Continues to Invest in Traditional Rack Infrastructure
Over the past several years, the data center industry has experienced a dramatic shift. Conversations that once centered around servers, networking, storage, and enterprise IT have increasingly become dominated by artificial intelligence, hyperscale computing, and next-generation data center architectures. As a result, much of the industry’s attention has shifted toward AI-ready cabinets, Open Compute Project… Read More…
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Industrial Enclosure Solutions: A Complete Buying Guide for Panel Builders, Machine Builders & System Integrators
A complete industrial enclosure solution isn’t a single product. It’s an integrated infrastructure system of up to six core components that must work together, properly specified, sized, and deployed, to protect electrical and electronic equipment throughout its service life. If you’re an engineering manager, controls engineer, panel shop operations manager, or project manager responsible for… Read More…
News for Panel Builders
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EAO Names Sager Electronics as Distributor of the Year at 2026 EDS Leadership Summit
EAO has announced Sager Electronics as its Distributor of the Year for 2025. The award was presented to Pamela Berigan, Director, Supplier Marketing and Product Management, during a ceremony at the 2026 EDS Leadership Summit in Las Vegas. The annual award recognizes exceptional performance in sales growth, customer support, channel engagement, and operational excellence. Sager… Read More…
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Siemens and Partners Develop Reference Architecture Purpose-Built for NVIDIA AI Data Centers
Siemens—together with NVIDIA and Fluence, and incorporating nVent-aligned design considerations—has developed an NVIDIA DSX Vera Rubin-aligned reference design that translates NVIDIA’s AI factory vision into a deployable, industrialized electrical, power and controls architecture for hyperscalers, colocation providers, and specialized cloud infrastructure providers. Read More…
Featured: Videos
The World’s first AI-Generated Control Cabinet. Impossible? Watch This:
99% faster control cabinet design. Impossible? Watch this. 👇
WS CAD recently joined forces with their partners ABB, Phoenix Contact, and häwa to reveal the world’s first AI-generated control cabinet. This isn’t just a concept; it’s a fully functional, production-ready reality. In this video, they showcase the world’s first AI-generated control cabinet workflow using WSCAD ELECTRIX AI. Witness how their AI Copilot automates technical tasks and enables a continuous data flow directly to the workshop floor, featuring hardware solutions from their partner, Phoenix Contact.