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Lightning protection: Ancient science and modern controversy

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Discussions of charge transfer systems or dissipation array systems as an alternative to lightning rods is presented. Although some electric utilities have implemented these systems with success, the technology remains controversial.

Author: Rubin, Lew
Publisher: The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.
Publication Name: Electrical World
Subject: Electronics and electrical industries
ISSN: 0013-4457
Year: 2001
Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences, Science & research, Earth Sciences, Lightning protection, Lightning-conductors

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Evolution:RTUs and PLCs

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An examination of remote terminal units and programmable logic controllers is presented. Design changes and capabilities of both systems are included.

Author: Hartman, Wayne
Publisher: The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.
Publication Name: Electrical World
Subject: Electronics and electrical industries
ISSN: 0013-4457
Year: 2001
Equipment and supplies, Programmable controllers, Programmable logic controllers

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How employees can handle violence in the field

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Electric utility employees, particularly meter readers, should be prepared to face violence in the field. Utilities can help ensure the safety of field workers by developing automated meter reading systems and implementing training programs supplemented by videos on how to confront violence.

Author: Cavanaugh, Herbert A.
Publisher: The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.
Publication Name: Electrical World
Subject: Electronics and electrical industries
ISSN: 0013-4457
Year: 1995
Methods, Occupational health and safety, Occupational safety and health, Workplace violence

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Subjects list: United States, Analysis, Safety and security measures, Electric utilities
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