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Field Service Technician Travis Stafford

February 20, 2025

From Volume 3 Issue 3 of Connected.  In this issue of Connected, we interviewed Travis Stafford, Field Service Technician at our Mechanical Solutions and Service Division. CAN YOU TELL ME A BIT ABOUT YOUR ROLE? ASSUME I KNOW NOTHING AB...

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From Assessment to Ideal Illumination

January 16, 2025

From Volume 3 Issue 3 of Connected.  Companies pursue a wide array of business objectives. While priorities differ, productivity and safety consistently stand on top across the board. Lighting has a direct impact on these specific objective...

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Superior Preventative and Predictive Maintenance

January 09, 2025

From Volume 3 Issue 3 of Connected.  Motors play a critical role in the operations of industrial facilities. Finding a reliable source for motor repair services is key to minimizing downtime. Kirby Risk’s Mechanical Services and Solutions D...

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Automation is the Engine of the Automotive Industry

December 30, 2024

From Volume 2 Issue 3 of Connected.  With the development of new technologies and the evolution of modern assembly line production, 2023 is an exciting time for the automotive industry. Recent developments have created changes in manufactur...

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General Manager of Robotics at CIM SYSTEMS ROBOTICS Dave Fox

December 26, 2024

From Volume 3 Issue 3 of Connected.In this edition of Connected, we introduce one of the newest members of Kirby Risk: Dave Fox, General Manager of Robotics at CIM SYSTEMS ROBOTICS.TELL ME ABOUT YOUR ROLE.We have a great team that I work with to mana...

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Tips for Building a Cable Management System

December 23, 2024

Volume 2 Issue 3 of Connected.Cable management systems that utilize cable trays instead of conduit create flexible wire support solutions that make cable easier to access, mark and remove. Cable tray systems are made of steel, aluminum and fiber-rein...

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Faster installs with new B-Line series stud and box mounting brackets

December 20, 2024

Eaton's B-Line series BBT-HF and BBT-WF telescoping bracket and BBA, BBA-2 and BBA-4 box mounting brackets help speed installation and reduce complexity on the jobsite.The BBT-HF and the BBT-WF bracket’s auto-height adjustment feature helps quickly e...

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Engineers Benefit from the Simplicity, Manufacturing Runs Smoother Than Ever

December 18, 2024

The nVent HOFFMAN DTM Engineering and Manufacturing Software Packages empower engineers to go from concept to print without the time, cost and errors of legacy manual design processes. Designers are alerted immediately via design rule checks if rules...

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Save Time and Labor on Wire Pulls and Installation

December 16, 2024

From Volume 2 Issue 3 of Connected.One of the most common phrases you hear in the business world is “time is money.” This is especially true when referring to tasks that are seen as inefficient. Repetitive tasks that could have been automated or more...

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Prolong the Life of Your Industrial Automation Products

December 12, 2024

From Volume 3 Issue 3 of Connected.Downtime is the enemy of industrial automation. Every minute of halted production can result in significant financial losses, making asset management a critical component of operational success.In partnership with R...

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Make Grounding and Cable Fastening a Breeze

December 11, 2024

For the first time, U.S. annual renewable energy generation exceeded nuclear generation in 2021 and coal generation in 2022, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA). Among renewables, solar and wind stand out as the fastest grow...

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Tripping Breakers

December 09, 2024

From Volume 2 Issue 3 of Connected.At a basic level, circuit breakers are essential switching devices used to protect electrical circuits from being damaged by excess current, such as overloads or short circuits. From residential to commercial and in...

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Putting your plant floor data to work

December 06, 2024

Sitting on a goldmine: The untapped value of plant floor dataAcross the plant floor, a complex mix of interconnected machines, processes and technologies yields seemingly endless opportunities for make-or-break decisions. And if you're like a lot of ...

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Lighting Challenges of a Hazardous Environment

December 02, 2024

From Volume 2 Issue 3 of Connected.Selecting lighting for a facility with a hazardous environment can be complicated. Hazardous settings need lighting and control solutions that provide high visibility, uniform light and visual comfort with no shadow...

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Construction Project Management Solutions That Deliver Results

November 28, 2024

From Volume 3 Issue 3 of Connected.Construction project managers face rising risks like labor shortages, unreliable lead times from manufacturing, lack of job storage and rapid fluctuations in metals pricing. These risks stem from disruptions in the ...

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Quick Ship Outdoor Lighting with Genlyte Solutions Stock Ready Portfolio

November 27, 2024

The Stock Ready program from Genlyte Solutions offers the most complete stock offering in the industry, including a robust portfolio of outdoor lighting solutions.Explore a variety of outdoor lighting solutions, including flood lights, area lights an...

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Simple Solutions for Jobsite Savings

November 25, 2024

From Volume 2 Issue 3 of Connected.Time on the jobsite is important. From installation to manpower hours, working with the Kirby Risk Commodities Center team for wire solutions is “the only way to really pull wire,” says Jim Ott, Zeller Electric Proj...

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Success Through Relationships

November 18, 2024

From Volume 2 Issue 3 of Connected.You don't have to look far to find an example of a professional association. They exist within most industries and across multiple disciplines. These organizations serve their members with a variety of benefits. Acc...

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Prolong the Lifetime of Your Assets Through Repair

November 15, 2024

From Rockwell Automation's blogSupply chain issues have put increased pressure on manufacturers to maintain, or even increase, production levels. But how can you keep operations running if you're experiencing problems with the supply chain? Challenge...

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Navigating the Labor Shortage: How Kirby Risk Can Support Customers

November 14, 2024

From Volume 3 Issue 3 of Connected.AMERICA IS DEALING WITH A LABOR SHORTAGE.Participation in the labor force has been on a decline and is expected to continue to shrink, according to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. The Great Resignation of 2022 saw mor...

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Introducing Siemens Inhab™ Load Manager

November 13, 2024

Inhab™ Load Manager: Smart Savings for Smart HomesAdding a new electrical load, like an EV charger, usually means upgrading your electrical panel or utility service. Not with the Inhab™ Load Manager. This UL-certified device allows you to use the ava...

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Mechanical Solutions and Service Spotlight Brian Buchholz, Machinist

November 11, 2024

From Volume 2 Issue 3 of Connected.In this edition of Connected, we spotlight Brian Buchholz to talk about the role of a Machinist and Steinhauer Operator at Mechanical Solutions and Service.CAN YOU TELL US ABOUT YOUR ROLE?I have worked at Kirby Risk...

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Automation Capabilities Expand with Acquisition of CIM SYSTEMS ROBOTICS

November 07, 2024

From Volume 3 Issue 3 of Connected.Labor shortages continue to grow across all industries, creating significant challenges for customers. Kirby Risk has taken a significant step to address these challenges by acquiring CIM SYSTEMS ROBOTICS. This stra...

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Complete your entire exterior project with one single, flexible family

November 06, 2024

As the lighting industry moves more and more toward field-selectable products in the name of flexibility and reduced inventory, adjustable optics are giving RAB’s “22” family of outdoor lighting the edge against the competition. Whether it’s selectab...

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