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Out of Line: The Story of WaitTime September 3, 2024 Powered by Intel AI, WaitTime is making guests happier, improving security, and helping to boost revenue in stadiums and large public venues. Intel’s story “Out of Line” takes you through the evolution of WaitTime from a startup to an innovative solution that’s transforming the spectator experience.Article
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How Technology Can Help Reduce Retail Losses from Shrinkage August 27, 2024 Shrinkage is a major problem in the retail industry, amounting to $112.1 billion in losses in 2022. Retailers often struggle to determine where and why shrinkage is occurring and how to combat the issue. Learn how the newest security technologies can help reduce theft losses and related dam...Article
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Strategies to Meet Changing Data Center Infrastructure Demands April 10, 2024 Data centers are struggling to meet existing capacity demands, let alone the added requirements of emerging technologies. Planning for future capacity while meeting budgetary and sustainability goals is an enormous challenge. Wesco’s Matt Powers outlines four infrastructure strategies fo...Article
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Enhance Guest Experience and Operations in Sports and Entertainment Venues April 3, 2024 To provide a positive guest experience, stadiums and entertainment venues must ensure crowd control around restrooms, concessions, and merchandise queues. Learn how one facility implemented WaitTime to alleviate crowd massing, minimize security threats, optimize staff, and in...Sponsored
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Cooling Edge Computing in Retail Operations February 13, 2024 Innovative retail technologies like IoT sensors and smart shelves can boost customer engagement and sales but require reliable data processing. Learn how edge infrastructure, including backup power, remote management, racks and dedicated IT cooling, can support the digitalization of the retail industry.Sponsored
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Three Aspects for Future-Ready Commercial Buildings and Parking Facilities January 4, 2024 To be future-ready, see how sustainability, infrastructure, and technology are major factors impacting commercial buildings and parking facilities. Read more to explore how these factors are helping drive sustainability initiatives and meet customer expectations.Article
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Flexible Fabric Innerduct Assists with Network Construction Project January 12, 2024 See how MaxCell’s flexible fabric innerduct solution assisted in a network construction project at a Kansas airport.Sponsored
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Bridging the Mighty Mississippi August 9, 2023 Bridges serve as vital connections for millions of Americans and play a strategic role in connecting people and goods. Bridges are also a vital link in the vast telecommunications network. Learn how Wesco and MaxCell are helping to deploy critical infrastructure on bridges, spans, viaducts, and overpasses.Sponsored
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Preparing for the Infrastructure Bill Gold Rush August 9, 2022 Why planning, adaptability, and ingenuity are crucial for electrical contractors seeking to win bids on these massive projects. The industry is also facing significant challenges resulting in many projects not being completed on time. Now more than ever, the “old way of doing things” won’t cut it.Article
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Sustainability in the Built Environment May 17, 2022 Why is sustainability knowledge critical in the market today? Simply put, stakeholders are demanding it. As the market changes, professionals must be able to confidently communicate all aspects of value of their product/service. Now, more than ever, that includes an answer to the question, “Is this _ sustaina...Article
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How Connectivity and the IoT Are Making Buildings Smart April 11, 2022 Building operators are looking to easily manage all of a building’s assets and reduce operating costs. By adopting smart building technologies, architects are taking design to a whole new level, allowing businesses to increase sustainability and see a long-term ROI.Article
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Seven Strategies for Effective Construction Material Management March 31, 2022 Profitable construction projects are the result of a successful blend of labor, material, and equipment management. Too often, contractors concentrate exclusively on labor or cost reduction and overlook the opportunity for improvement by implementing material management strategies.Article
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Power to the Data Center: Challenges and Solutions August 21, 2024 As global data center power consumption continues to accelerate, local grids are struggling to keep up with demand. Learn how data centers are partnering with utilities, engineers, and construction companies to close the power gap with a combination of renewables and on-site grid infrastructure.Article
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Why Network Modernization Is Essential for Today’s Data Center August 21, 2024 Legacy network architectures are strained by the ever-increasing demand for connectivity. To ensure future reliability and performance, organizations must modernize their networks. Wesco’s Dave Wilson outlines the business benefits of network modernization and explains why it’s at the he...Article
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Four Factors Shaping the Data Center Market August 13, 2024 The data center industry is straining under the demands of AI, data-driven technologies, and digital services. Wesco’s Dave Wilson explores how trends around capacity, sustainability, security, and colocation are expected to impact the data center market in the short term.Article
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Liquid Cooling in High-Density Data Centers August 7, 2024 Liquid cooling has emerged as an essential component of high-density data center environments, but implementing these technologies can pose operational risks. Wesco’s Gabe Andrews highlights the benefits associated with liquid cooling solutions and discusses how to overcome design and deployment challenges...Article
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Gen AI Demands on Data Center Capacity: Navigating a New Frontier July 26, 2024 Organizations are adopting generative AI at a rapid pace, creating unprecedented demand for data center capacity. Power constraints, supply chain bottlenecks, and regulatory requirements make it difficult for data centers to scale and adapt. Wesco’s Andrew Jimenez discusses how operat...Article
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Mitigating Cyber Risks for Wastewater Infrastructure July 24, 2024 A municipality with 12 wastewater facilities contracted Wesco to conduct a network health check and identify cybersecurity vulnerabilities. Learn how we helped the customer secure federal funding and improve the security and robustness of their network.Case Study
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The Benefits of Developing a Successful Purchasing Partnership May 22, 2024 Government agencies and educational institutions often use cooperative contracts to lower prices by combining demand and streamline purchasing. Wesco’s Rob Bezjak explains how a purchasing cooperative works and highlights three ways it can benefit your organization.Article
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How State and Local Governments Can Capitalize on Federal Funding May 21, 2024 In recent years, Congress has passed significant legislation to invest in our nation’s infrastructure. However, many government entities lack the resources to capitalize on these opportunities. We outline how Wesco delivers tangible solutions and expertise to help maximize the value o...Article
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School District Uses Smart Sensors to Reduce Student Vaping December 6, 2023 A school district was searching for a vape detection solution to discourage vaping on campus. The district selected HALO Smart Sensor, a multifunctional health, safety, and vape detection technology. Since implementing HALO in their middle and high school facilities, vaping incidents have d...Sponsored
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Empowering Education: IT Support for Seamless Campus Connectivity September 19, 2023 A community college’s IT support staff needed to address network downtime and security risks across multiple campuses. Aging infrastructure and limited resources made the project challenging. Wesco and Schneider Electric helped them modernize the network and cut costs. Read the case s...Sponsored
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Network Health Check Addresses Vulnerabilities March 30, 2023 A municipality contracted Wesco to conduct a network health check. The goal was to identify potential security risks and network issues. The health check discovered vulnerabilities and security risks. Wesco collaborated with Cisco and Rockwell Automation to help secure funding and complete the project.Case Study
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Air Force Base Collaboration Project March 21, 2023 The Air Force needed a partner to offer comprehensive solutions on a challenging project. Our solutions team leveraged engineering, design, funding, and installation to overcome a five-year delay. The project was delivered under original cost estimates and produced multiple benefits.Case Study
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Preparing Your Oil and Gas Business for Weather Emergencies January 8, 2024 With extreme weather events on the rise, having an emergency plan is key to protecting your oil and gas business. Preparing before disaster strikes can minimize safety incidents and downtime. As your single-source emergency preparedness partner, Wesco can help you protect your people, facil...Article
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Assembled Electrical Solutions Success Story November 17, 2023 A large provider of oil field products and services needed assistance with the design and build for the next generation of pump trucks. Due to a system with limited resources, high labor costs, and time inefficiencies, the company leaned on Wesco OEM through a long-time supplier partnership to assist.Case Study
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Electrical Solutions for Food and Beverage Processing July 31, 2023 ABB Installation Products are designed to provide extra confidence in hygiene-critical applications. ABB understands the challenges food and beverage processors face. They provide solutions in every area of operation. Learn how to increase the reliability of your electrical system and enhance foo...Sponsored
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Battery Recycling Plant Optimized With Automation Solutions February 9, 2023 Wesco, in collaboration with Siemens, offered the end user versatility and flexibility to build custom solutions to meet their fast-changing designs and streamline production. Wesco was able to provide trusted advisors technical expertise utilizing support from our specialists to automate i...Case Study
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Maintenance Strategies for Avoiding Unplanned Downtime November 11, 2022 In the face of continued global supply chain instability, the last thing your plant needs is downtime. According to a widely cited industry figure from Deloitte, in their report on smart factories, even during the best of times unplanned downtime costs industrial manufacturers an estimated $50 b...Article
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Ensuring Manufacturing Safety August 18, 2022 Wesco collaborated with the customer and a best-in-class manufacturer partner on the newest safety technology options. A safety assessment was also conducted on each production machine and developed a complete list of safety products, components, and solutions for each station.Case Study
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Test and Measurement Solutions for Broadband Deployment July 19, 2024 Service providers, utilities, and municipalities have discovered that fiber optic testing throughout deployment helps to ensure maximum results. In the fourth volume of our Broadband Deployment Challenges Series, we highlight the essential fiber optic testing tools needed to complete a successf...Article
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Overcoming Roadblocks in Fiber Installations May 31, 2024 Read about how pairing the MaxSpace no-dig conduit space recovery solution with MaxCell’s flexible fabric innerduct solution can help overcome fiber installation roadblocks.Sponsored
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Boost Broadband Connectivity with Free Space Optics April 24, 2024 Free space optics (FSO) technology uses lasers to transmit data communications through the atmosphere, making it a great choice for remote or challenging areas where fiber is not easy to deploy. Learn more about the benefits of FSO and how it can remedy connectivity bottlenecks in your broadband de...Article
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Supply Chain Management Solutions for Broadband Deployment April 10, 2024 Providers often face significant supply chain management and logistics challenges during large scale fiber rollouts. In the third volume of our Broadband Deployment Challenges Series, we examine the benefits of outsourcing and how it can significantly improve the outcome of your fiber projec...Article
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Supply Chain Management Solutions for Inventory Management Challenges March 11, 2024 When it comes to fiber deployments, material shortages and delays can quickly derail your project and negatively impact the bottom line. In the second volume of our Broadband Deployment Challenges Series, we outline solutions that address the most common inventory management chall...Article
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Ontario’s Roadmap to Rural Connectivity February 1, 2024 The Government of Ontario made a commitment to deliver high-speed connectivity to all Ontarians, including those in rural and Indigenous communities. The providence’s utility provider was facing numerous deployment challenges. Learn why they chose Wesco as their supply chain management partner for this large-s...Case Study
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Managing Your OT Network August 27, 2024 To build a robust and safe OT network, it’s important to understand how the individual system components send and receive data. In our July 2024 Automation Insights Webinar, Wesco’s Nathan Daly discusses the basics of the Ethernet, common industrial protocol, network architecture, and cybersecurity.Article
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The Power of Data Visibility in Plant Maintenance June 24, 2024 Data is everywhere in today’s manufacturing plants, yet it’s still often underutilized. In our May 2024 Automation Insights Webinar, Wesco’s Nathan Daly discusses the types of data sources available on the plant floor and outlines how that data can be used for predictive and preventative maintenance ...Article
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Building a Plant Modernization Roadmap May 21, 2024 Companies are looking to replace outdated or obsolete equipment with newer technologies that help them meet the demands of modern manufacturing. In our March 2024 Automation Insights Webinar, Wesco’s Jason Shapiro discusses the drivers and benefits of modernization, the phases of building a modernization path, ...Article
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The Benefits of Predictive Maintenance in Industrial Automation May 2, 2024 Industrial manufacturers are adopting predictive maintenance (PdM) strategies to minimize downtime and increase the reliability and lifespan of automation equipment. Wesco’s Scott Dowell discusses the benefits of data-driven maintenance and outlines a phased approach to implementing PdM...Article
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Addressing the Risks of Aging Plant Technology February 6, 2024 In an era where hardware and software are aging faster than ever before, plant managers must be proactive when it comes to managing and replacing technology. In our February 2024 Automation Insights Webinar, Wesco’s Nathan Daley discusses why it’s imperative that industrial facility managers continue to...Article
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Navigating Cybersecurity Challenges in Plant Floor Digitization December 27, 2023 The industrial internet of things (IIoT) unlocks immense potential for manufacturers, but with digitalization comes increased cybersecurity risk. How can manufacturers prevent costly cyberattacks? Wesco’s Scott Dowell discusses how the NIST Cybersecurity Framework can help businesses pr...Article
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AI and the Industrial Internet of Things August 16, 2024 On the factory floor, IoT sensors and devices are now producing more data than plant managers can process. Opportunities to boost efficiency are often missed as a result. On the latest ASME TechCast episode, Wesco’s Richard Masulis discusses how manufacturers can better utilize AI to improve their operations.Article
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Command and Control Trends and Opportunities August 5, 2024 The command and control category is growing in prominence as it expands beyond traditional environments that are large and centralized. In his latest Commercial Integrator feature, Wesco’s Phil Langley reflects on the democratization of command and control centers and the market’s future profit potential....Article
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Enabling the Factory of the Future July 19, 2024 An aerospace manufacturer needed an advanced cabling solution that could support connected devices, automation processes, machine learning, and high volumes of data traffic in their new state-of-the-art factory. Learn why Wesco’s Utility Grade Infrastructure (UTG) was selected for the 1.3 million sq ft facility.Case Study
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Securing What We Rely On: OT Cybersecurity July 12, 2024 Security leaders across critical infrastructure industries understand the urgency of addressing network vulnerabilities. Yet many lack the resources needed to protect their operations. Let how Wesco leverages our industrial automation and information technology expertise to help customers remediate cyber ri...Article
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Wireless Connectivity for Healthcare Facilities July 9, 2024 Healthcare facilities now rely on their wireless networks to support day-to-day operations and meet long-term financial goals. From inventory tracking to real-time monitoring, we explore several management and operational tasks that can be improved by a robust wireless network.Article
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End-To-End Enterprise Network Management Solution June 10, 2024 A global hyperscale technology company was seeking a service provider to streamline their enterprise network hardware replacement and warranty process. Learn how Wesco’s partnership with a local OEM provider allowed us to strategically stock products in warehouses around the world while minimizing co...Case Study
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Boutique Style Lighting Brightens the Customer Experience August 2, 2024 A leading retail chain partnered with the Wesco Energy Solutions to update the lighting in their stores. Using a curated mix of boutique-style LED light fixtures, we were able to create bright and modern sales floors across multiple locations while reducing the customer’s project costs and ca...Case Study
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Improving Lighting Efficiency for Grocery Store Chain August 1, 2024 A Texas supermarket chain wanted to implement more efficient lighting across all locations. They partnered with Wesco Energy Solutions to roll out interior and exterior LED upgrades to 26-28 stores per year. Learn how we helped the customer achieve significant energy savings and operating efficie...Case Study
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Enhancing Electrical Systems for Single and Multifamily Homes July 18, 2024 As renewables become more mainstream and electrification increases, it can be difficult to predict homeowners’ future electrical demands. To address the need for flexibility and scalability, Wesco is helping builders incorporate Leviton's Smart Load Center into their single and multifamil...Sponsored
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Full Lighting Services for Multi-Store Retail Chain July 12, 2024 For more than 20 years, Wesco Energy Solutions has managed lighting projects for a national retailer’s facilities. From design through execution, we provide full lighting services that save the customer time and money. Learn how this ongoing partnership is creating brighter, safer, and more energy-...Case Study
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Overcoming the 100-Meter Distance Limitation July 10, 2024 A financial services company’s new 750,000+ sq ft office building needed network cabling infrastructure that could deliver adequate data speed and bandwidth. Learn how Wesco’s Utility Grade Infrastructure (UTG) solution is meeting the customer’s requirements for flexibility and performance over extended d...Case Study
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Bringing a Healthcare Facility Into the Future July 4, 2024 A healthcare system’s new headquarters needed cabling infrastructure that could support changing IT and security requirements. Learn how Wesco’s Utility Grade Infrastructure (UTG) solution simplified the design and implementation of the customer’s new video surveillance system while reducing project cos...Case Study
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How Manufacturers Can Reduce Hazards and Keep Workers Safe August 30, 2024 Shawn Gregg, VP of Global Safety at Wesco, recently joined a Plant Engineering panel of colleagues to discuss the latest safety industry challenges and solutions. Learn what he had to say about hazard protection trends and best practices, new and emerging technologies, employee training and ...Article
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How Connected Safety Can Unlock Warehouse Safety May 1, 2024 Businesses often lack visibility into the safety hazards that exist across multiple locations, and correcting these problems is challenging without proper insight. Wesco’s Lorenza Ordonez explores how connected safety can boost efficiency, protect workers, ensure compliance, and prevent safety inciden...Article
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Retailer Saves Over $1 Million with Safety Inspection Manager April 24, 2024 As your partner in safety, Wesco is proud to partner with Aatmunn to make it easier than ever for you to protect your workforce.Case Study
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Ensure Safety and Prevent Contamination in Your Industry February 8, 2024 In today's industrial landscape, ensuring personal safety, machine safety, and preventing product contamination are crucial concerns. This article provides an overview of cable protection and wire management solutions that can help industries improve safety standards and prevent product contam...Sponsored
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Safety Best Practices to Implement in 2024 February 4, 2024 The start of a new year is a good time for businesses to brush up on the latest NFPA 70E and OSHA standards and reprioritize safety practices. Wesco’s Shawn Gregg and ESFI President Brett Brenner outline how employers can establish safety as one of their company’s core values by building a strong safety cul...Article
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The Power of Connected Safety December 18, 2023 The challenge of keeping workers safe and healthy continues to evolve as businesses navigate ongoing labor shortages and supply chain disruptions. Technological advancements including AI, robotics and wearable sensors have created opportunities to better control and mitigate workplace hazards.Article
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Small Towns Gain the Benefits of Smart Grids January 18, 2024 Two midwestern municipalities needed to upgrade their existing utility metering equipment and build a smart grid foundation. By implementing Tantalus TUNet, Wesco delivered a solution that extended the value of their current investments, improved operational efficiencies, and set both towns up for the fut...Case Study
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Construction Company Saves $2M With Wesco’s Engineering Services January 5, 2023 As part of Wesco’s technical expertise, the Wesco engineering team uses the latest software and keeps up to date with standards and local codes to ensure the most cost-efficient design. They calculated their power cabling design would save the customer $2 million on the installation, t...Case Study
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Custom LED Retrofit Brightens a Seattle Parking Lot November 4, 2022 A large aerospace company in the Seattle area made plans to upgrade outdated lighting fixtures in its parking lots to decrease energy costs. The parking lots contained over 100 light poles and replacing the HPS fixtures with new LED heads would provide a much brighter and more cost-efficient parkin...Case Study
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Oil and Gas Plant Saves $2M With Improved Power Cabling Design July 27, 2022 It pays to double check. That’s what a contractor learned, and it was a very valuable lesson. The contractor was working with a construction company for an oil and gas plant in Calgary. He needed cable for two power distribution projects and told the Wesco Technology & Support Services (...Case Study
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AMI Meter Exchange April 23, 2022 Wesco provided the customer with real-time information on all meter installs that work was completed on time and to the desired standards. Wesco's proprietary software program granted the utility full transparency into the installation with the ability to validate data, track inventory and perform audits remotely.Case Study
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Why Testing Rubber Goods is Essential to Electrical Safety January 24, 2022 The risk of injury, and even death, from electric shock is drastically reduced by taking a few simple steps with your rubber goods. Keep up with daily inspections and cleaning, use safe storage methods, and safety test your equipment regularly at an experienced, accredited testing lab.Article
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The Future of Sustainability in Our World August 22, 2023 Decarbonization and digitalization are driving electrification around the globe. The electrification of transportation and efficiency in data centers are central to sustainable progress. See how Wesco is pursuing its own sustainability goals and working with partners to help them reach their targets.Article
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Wesco Builds Turnkey Solar-Powered EV Charging Infrastructure July 6, 2023 A municipality in western Canada wanted to reduce emissions and promote sustainability. They asked Wesco to design and complete a comprehensive solar generation and EV charging system for the parking lot. Our team provided an environmentally friendly solution to help the city reduce its c...Case Study
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Electrification Charges Forward May 20, 2023 The clean energy transition is driving the demand for further electrification. Significant investments and infrastructure upgrades are needed to sustain this accelerated pace. Wesco’s Nelson Squires and ESFI President Brett Brenner discuss how businesses and consumers can navigate the new electrified landscape.Article
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Powering the Future of Transportation April 11, 2023 Wesco’s partnerships with industry-leading suppliers and a dedicated team of experts were able to help a city in California streamline the installation and infrastructure support it needed to make Level 2 and DC fast chargers part of its plan for a more sustainable future. Read the full case study to learn more.Case Study
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Powering the Future of Transportation April 10, 2023 Lees-McRae College in North Carolina was looking to provide EV charging on their campus. In partnership with Aramark, Wesco secured federal grant money to fund the installation. Our team then delivered a turnkey EV charging solution that included design, procurement, installation, and commissioning of the unit.Case Study
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Three Steps to Capitalize on the Electrification Opportunity March 2, 2023 The electrification trend presents massive opportunities for the electrical industry at a time when it’s facing pressures from labor shortages and supply chain disruptions. There are steps that electrical contractors, engineers, and plant personnel can take now to become more resilient and...Article
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Today’s Glass Doors Can Offer Both Security and Aesthetic Appeal August 30, 2024 There’s been a shift in the commercial building industry towards modern glass doors, which require specialized locks and access control systems. ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions and Wesco have partnered to offer a line of sleek and functional door opening solutions that harmonize security ...Sponsored
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How Technology Can Help Reduce Retail Losses from Shrinkage August 27, 2024 Shrinkage is a major problem in the retail industry, amounting to $112.1 billion in losses in 2022. Retailers often struggle to determine where and why shrinkage is occurring and how to combat the issue. Learn how the newest security technologies can help reduce theft losses and related dam...Article
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Rising to Meet Healthcare Security’s Greatest Challenges April 4, 2024 The evolution of patient care is changing the way healthcare facilities approach security. Wesco’s Beau Edelen, Vice President of Locking Solutions, highlights the challenges and opportunities the latest healthcare trends present for security professionals.Article
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Tech in 2024: Predictions and Wild Guesses February 2, 2024 Wesco’s Akash Khurana joined several other business technology leaders for an eWeek X chat titled, “Tech in 2024: Predictions and Wild Guesses.” From AI convergence to industry-specific cloud solutions, Khurana revealed the tech trends he believes will shape 2024.Article
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Why eWaste Should Be Part of Data Center Sustainability January 26, 2024 Due to the rapid pace of change in technology, data centers generate a large volume of eWaste in the form of discarded IT equipment, power distribution units, and other components. Wesco’s Matt Powers outlines a full-lifecycle strategy for reducing eWaste that can help data centers meet sustain...Article
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Three Trends Bringing Integrators and Distributors Together January 24, 2024 Security integrators are increasingly leaning on their distributor partners to navigate marketplace complexities. Wesco’s Tara Dunning recently sat down with Security Info Watch to discuss three industry trends that are creating opportunities for integrators and distributors to work more cl...Article
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