J&P Electrical: Our Story
In September 2007, Jim Ozzello and Phil Delavy decided to take their combined 38 years of experience and form J&P Electrical Company. In 2012, Jason Ozzello officially became a co-owner of the company. Since Phil’s retirement, J&P has been a family-owned and operated business; owners Jason and Jim and brothers David and Jacob all work with… Read more
Busway- Bus Duct Market Expected to Expand Through 2031
Busway and bus duct power distribution systems are used in both commercial and industrial situations to transmit electrical power safely and efficiently from the source to the loads. Delivering flexible and reliable power dispersal, they differ in construction, installation, and application. In 2021, the global busway- duct market size was valued at $12.1 billion. By… Read more
Refining IPB Design
Isolated-Phase Bus (IPB) systems are vital in transferring bulk electricity through the grid. For decades, IPBs have been centered around the original designs from General Electric (GE) and Westinghouse, which led the industry. Now, improvements to insulators, mountings, and housings have elevated the model, making them even more reliable. IPBs transfer a power plant’s heavy… Read more
Anaerobic Adhesives Explained
The anaerobic adhesives market is set to reach $738.32 million by 2026 and was valued at $461.8 million in 2018, making the CAGR from 2019 to 2026 estimated at 6.01 percent. But what are these mysterious adhesives? Read on to find out. The definition of “anaerobic” is the absence of air. So anaerobic adhesives require… Read more
Infrastructure Stocks for Investment
The United States federal government is slated to deliver heavy funding for infrastructure projects in the upcoming years. The onshoring boom starting to take hold makes it a better time than ever to invest in specific stocks focused on infrastructure. The infrastructure law will boost the funding of many American infrastructure companies as a growing… Read more
Electrical Grid Repair Stalled by Supply Chain Issues
Florida’s power grid was recently demolished by Category 4 Hurricane Ian, and crews are furiously rebuilding using poles, generators, and wire. Hurricane Ian was one of the strongest storms ever to hit the United States and the deadliest to hit Florida since 1935. The catastrophic losses totaled tens of billions of dollars, killing more than… Read more
Disconnects 101
A safety switch (or disconnect) monitors the electric current in various applications. They are used with major industrial machines such as conveyor belts, line equipment, heavy appliances, and whole-system electrical protection. You may need to disconnect your equipment from the electrical supply for repairs, maintenance, or emergencies. Safety switches monitor the current and detect faults… Read more
Panelboards, Switchgear, & Switchboards
Most people don’t tend to think about it until there is a problem, but the building’s electrical system is so essential that it makes everything else possible. Electrical systems are a mystery to many, so few understand the general basics. Here, we introduce a little about panelboards, switchgear, and switchboards, just so you know, and… Read more
AM Ventures Closes $100M Deal Toward 3D Printing
AM Ventures, based in Munich, secured a $100 million fund specifically for backing industrial and commercial 3D printing applications. Spanning three continents between 18 countries, the firm’s portfolio lists Headmade Materials, LightForce Orthodontics, Scrona, and Conflux Technology as a few investments. There are asset managers, family offices, enterprises, small businesses, and existing portfolio startup founders.… Read more
Reconditioning Industrial Circuit Breakers
Electrical systems should have an industrial circuit breaker to protect your crew and equipment from danger. These can range from several hundred to tens of thousands of dollars. If industrial circuit breakers become damaged, they must be serviced or replaced immediately. One option for fixing industrial circuit breakers is recognized by the ANSI/IEEE, which is… Read more