Today is the Day—See You at the Expo! Posted on March 7, 2017March 30, 2021 by Tamara Leher The time has come for the Border States Solutions and Technology Expo. Attendees are converging on Minneapolis, Minnesota, to learn about recent trends in the industry, attend technical training sessions and meet and greet with vendors as they exhibit their latest products and innovations. Admission is free for this event and though registration is now closed for the training sessions, there is still plenty to see and enjoy. Vendor Exhibits Some of the vendors exhibits attendees will enjoy include the following: Square D by Schneider Power distribution redefined and the latest in power distribution products. Encore Wire Super Slick products with cost/time saving cable management solutions. Schneider Electric (Automation) Factory and machine automation systems of tomorrow—see the latest in products and technology to automate and connect your equipment. Molex Get connected with Molex connectivity. Check out their rugged and industrial hardened cords and cord sets. Hoffman Enclosures The newest enclosures to protect your components will be on hand. Proface by Schneider Electric Over 40 years as the standard in HMIs and industrial PCs—learn from the experts. Thomas and Betts Check out the Steel City brand that offers top quality, innovation and lower installation costs with modular ready to install Steel City assemblies. Legrand The latest in home and building automation systems along with commercial, industrial and residential wiring devices from Pass & Seymour. Brady Services and systems to mitigate arc flash risk and steps to implement a plan. Lutron Latest lighting controls to meet the ASHREA standards (LED diming and switching). Acuity Brands One of the leading providers of innovative lighting solutions and controls. Belden New series of UL rated VFD cable with flexible construction plus the SpaceMaker Series electronic cabling systems for OEMs. Littelfuse World class solutions in current limiting, space saving and arc flash limiting fuse systems. Milwaukee Tools Leading manufacturer of battery powered industrial tools. Check out the REDLITHIUM™ 9.0 battery that delivers more power, more run time. DBI Sala/3M Learn about fall protection requirements, and check out their latest products. GE Lamps New technology for LED lamps and energy saving products. Fluke Metering Fluke Digital Multimeters are on more tool belts, finding more problems. See the latest products. Leviton Leviton’s energy management solutions provide wireless connectivity that ensures energy savings in both retrofit and new construction applications. Technical Training Sessions Free technical training sessions (registration now closed) will include: Energy Codes: Illuminating the Path to Lighting Control Compliance (AIA Accredited Course) Harold Jepsen, Vice President of Standards & Industry Affairs for Legrand, will examine: Why energy efficiency codes? Code adoption in states and local jurisdictions ASHRAE 90.1 and IECC lighting control provisions Meeting UL Code Requirements for Panel Builders “Goodbye UL 508: Industrial Control Panel Standard Harmonizing To A Global IEC-Based Standard” presented by Greg Castle, Business Manager, Motor Control and Low Voltage Circuit Protection, Schneider Electric. NEC Code Update Worker safety and new technology is of rising importance in the new edition of NFPA 70: National Electrical Code (NEC). Alan Manche, Vice President, Schneider Electric, will lead this session. Dimming LED Sources and Overcoming Control Challenges Attendees will learn about the unique lighting control challenges presented by LED sources and how to apply the appropriate control strategy including the pros and cons for forward phase, reverse phase, 3-wire and more. Power Quality and Mitigating Harmonics This session will be led by Mario Teti, Business Manager: Power Quality Power Solutions Group, Schneider Electric. Lighting and BMS Unification Attendees will learn about benefits and how end users will be able to future proof their installation by leveraging the latest advancements in technology, narrowing the gap between occupant and the building owner/operator. Presented by Chris Martin, Regional Sales, Acuity Brands. Energy/Utility Rebates LED lighting may be more economical than you think. Learn about ways to decrease the cost of LED projects while getting the right quality and right amount of light for the job. Presented by Xcel Energy and GE Lighting. Wire and Cable Management with Cost Saving Solutions This session looks at wire and cable selection and cost saving installation methods. Presented by Dustin Logston, Business Manager, Encore Wire. Managing an Effective Arc Flash Safety Program Overview of NFPA70E code on arc flash and how to get started implementing a plan in your facility to be considered safe. AC Drive Applications and Installation Practices Attendees will discuss AC drive uses and applications with proper installation practices to mitigate risks of electrical noise and reflected wave issues. Presented by David Patzke, Automation Product Manager, Border States. Energize Your Business Learn about the latest trends in LED and energy efficient lighting, current electrical codes and requirements for the safest and most efficient ways to run your facility, cable management and cost saving installation practices, latest technology in switchgear systems, factory and machine automation, and much more. 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