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Powering The Space Race

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After several weeks of Covid-19 shutdown, many businesses are coming out of quarantine and negotiating a plan for getting back to work quickly and safely – without skipping a beat on productivity. THE NEW SPACE RACE It’s what we’re calling…

USB-C Charging Explained

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The biggest players in technology are moving toward adopting USB-C and the Power Delivery standard in their latest devices. That means we can start to charge all of our favorite tech (laptops, phones, speakers, smart watches, etcetera, etcetera)…

WHAT’S SO GREAT ABOUT USB-C?

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A whole lot, actually. That little USB-C connector means using just one cord across a range of different devices. And who wouldn’t love that? What else is there to love about USB-C? We've put together a list of a few things that are sure…

OUTLET SPARKING: STAYING CONNECTED + SAFE

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Did you know that there’s a spark every time an electrical outlet connection is made? You may not always see that little flash of light, but it’s there—both when plugging in and pulling a plug out. Creating that spark might catch you by…

THE POWER PUZZLE: REACHING MIDDLE GROUND

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More and more, companies are embracing open concept work spaces—areas designed around optimizing human interaction and collaboration. And for many people, this kind of dynamic, synergistic work isn’t very likely if workers are tethered against…

QI CHARGING: POWER UP, UNPLUGGED

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Gone are the days of plugging in your electronics and being tethered down in order to charge. As devices are evolving in technology, so is the way we power up, and the latest evolution is towards wireless charging. Qi charging is a form of…

CHICAGO ELECTRICAL CODES AND WHY THEY MATTER TO DESIGNERS AND MARKETERS

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Keeping up with the different electrical codes across states (and even cities) isn’t easy. And if you’re not an electrical engineer, making sense of what’s actually allowed can get pretty tedious and confusing. So let us break it down…

PLANNING FOR POWER IN NEW WORKPLACE DESIGN

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In 2018, work spaces are entirely different than even 10 years ago. The days of “traditional” work spaces are quickly on dwindling, let alone the days of the “cubicle farm.” So what designs do matter for work spaces in 2018? OPEN FLOOR…

HOW DOES WIRELESS POWER CHANGE THE WAY WE DESIGN SPACES?

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In a world where people can work from home, why sacrifice the convenience and comfort in an office space? Design and coworking spaces are constantly changing. And while it seems hard to keep up initially, understanding how wireless…

THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN USB 2.0, USB 3.0 AND USB 4.0

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The Universal Serial Bus (USB) has quickly become an expected technology included in any new tech hardware. From smartphone chargers to flash drives and printer to computer connections. But what is the difference between the two most common…

USB 101: THE DIFFERENT VERSIONS AND CAPABILITIES OF USB

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The Universal Serial Bus was originally developed to be an industry standard connection between communications, computers, and other devices. Dubbed the USB, this technology quickly replaced previous standards that hadn’t been regulated…

WHAT ARE THE RISKS OF NON UL APPROVED PRODUCTS IN YOUR WORKSPACE?

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Outfitting an entire office space can seem daunting at first. Confronting a budget in this scenario is particularly complicated. And in times like this, it can be easy to want to find a way to cut a few corners and save some cost. But…

WIRELESS POWER 101: WHAT IS WIRELESS CHARGING?

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WHAT IS WIRELESS POWER CHARGING? The word "wireless" is often associated with wifi - but in this case, it's simply not the same. Wireless power is simply the transfer of energy without the use of connecting cords or cables. In other words,…

CHARGING 101: HOW DO AMPERAGE, VOLTAGE, AND WATTAGE AFFECT CHARGING DEVICES?

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Have you ever Googled “what is charging”? The funny thing is, it seems like such an obvious question until you see the answers. THE BASICS OF CHARGING YOUR DEVICES Your phone battery is essentially a tiny compartment…

WHAT ARE SPILL-PROOF OUTLETS?

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You’re probably the coworker that scares all IT and safety managers to death. Why? Oh let’s see, because you always have a coffee mug filled to the brim on your desk? Or your stylish water tumbler tucked out of your sight lines…

WHEN TO USE GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER (GFCI) OUTLETS

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When designing a space with electrical outlets, it’s always important to assess ways to improve the safety of the space. Whether you are designing a brand new start-up facility or even if you are just remodeling your own kitchen at home,…

UL LISTED V. UL RECOGNIZED: WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE?

If you’ve been browsing this blog (or other helpful resources around electrical components and products), then you’ve probably come into contact with the phrases “UL Listed” and “UL Recognized.” But what do they mean? And which one…

SAN FRANCISCO ELECTRICAL CODES: WHAT TO EXPECT AND HOW TO IMPLEMENT

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San Francisco Electrical Codes, as you can expect, follow the California Title 24 rule as well. By following California’s electrical codes, San Francisco in turn follows the NEC. There is one major difference in the city’s electrical…

CALIFORNIA TITLE 24 PART 6: WHAT IT MEANS FOR YOU

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Lighting accounts for roughly 18% of energy consumption in non-residential buildings across the country. Following heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, this is the second-highest contender in energy use in commercial buildings. In…

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