When working in an industrial environment you may have a variety of equipment pieces that are plugged into a standard electrical outlet. If this equipment vibrates, you may find that the cord eventually unplugs itself. In other situations, if the equipment is critical to operations and you find that it is being disconnected frequently it can interrupt the workflow. For these situations, a twist lock receptacle would be the ideal solution.

A normal three-prong outlet can simply be pushed or pulled to connect with a standard wall outlet. To add a layer of protection to this process, a twist lock receptacle requires that it be twisted in order to connect properly. The male connector usually has curved prongs that plug into the receptacle and then are twisted to lock into place. To unplug, the plug must be twisted the opposite direction. Without this process the electrical device cannot be disconnected from the wall.

A twist lock is beneficial in those environments where the electrical equipment is critical to operations, is semi-permanent, and should not be easily unplugged. This should not be used as a solution to prevent foot traffic disconnections. Others may continue to trip over the cord, which can damage the cord and create stress. This will expose the wires and create an electrical hazard. If the cord is a tripping hazard it should be rerouted or secured to the ground to prevent this from happening.

If a weather-resistant twist lock is chosen it can be useful when the receptacle is exposed to the elements. It can prevent water from entering the connection and causing electrical surges. The twist lock creates a tight connection and seal. The plug will not become loose and create exposure of the prongs and receptacle holes.

If you can think of a device in your home or workplace which is semi-permanent, will not or should not be unplugged easily, then a twist lock receptacle could be beneficial. This will require the male plug to be replaced on the electrical device and also the wall receptacle to be replaced. We highly recommend that a licenced electrician complete this replacement. A mistake in this task can cause damage to the device and constant electrical shortages or surges.

If you are interested in twist lock receptacles, contact Expert Electric at 604-681-8338. We can help you to determine if a twist lock is the ideal solution and help complete the installation properly and up to code.

Your bathroom is a room that tends to be ignored when you think of sprucing up the house. It seems like a small space and it isn’t something that is regularly seen by visitors. However, you probably spend some time in there and would like it to be a little nicer. A new tub, vanity and sink are all great ways to make the room look more inviting, but they can be a little out of your price range. What if you could spruce up the bathroom for less than a couple hundred dollars? An electrician in Burbank can help you transform your bathroom with a few simple light changes. It is that easy and the crew at The Electric Connection would love to help you make it happen.

You can do so much more than the standard light in the center of the room and the typical large bulbs around the bathroom mirror. You can enhance the bathroom with soft lights that are great for those times you just want to soak in the tub and relax. A Burbank electrician can install a dimmer switch that will allow you to control the amount of light that floods your bathroom. You can go for a little or a lot.

Wall lights that resemble the old fashioned candles are beautiful and really add character to the bathroom. Recessed can lights are also a great option for the bathroom and shed a great deal of light without taking up any head space. Another feature many enjoy is the heat lamp installed by an electrician. Burbank residents will love stepping out of the shower into a heated room. It is also great for keeping the humidity down in the bathroom, which will go a long way to preserving the paint and woodwork. Give The Electric Connection a call today and schedule your bathroom lighting renovation.

Anytime you call on contractors to perform work for you, you want to make sure you are choosing a company that is delivering the best service on the market and is improving your home or business. That is true for hiring solar installers as well. When you hire solar installers, screen potential companies for the following traits:

You can expect the Electric Connection to satisfy all these conditions. We’re the leading solar installers in the Los Angeles area and are ready to set you up with a solar system that saves energy and money while we redefine your notions of exemplary contractors. Call us to start on the road to energy savings!