We always get advice to use a surge protector of some sort when it comes to sensitive electronics. The idea is that if ...

Discover which items should never be plugged into a power strip, along with other hazardous mistakes people frequently make.

We've all been there-plugging in one too many devices into a power strip, hoping for the best while crossing our fingers that ...

With six polarized, grounded outlets; surge protection across line/neutral; and a tangle-resistant 4-foot power cord; Philips’ model SPC3064WG/37 surge protector is an ideal power strip. The Philips ...

Just how well do facility managers understand power surges and surge protective devices (SPDs), otherwise known as transient voltage surge suppressors (TVSSs)? According to a survey conducted by the ...

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We wouldn’t recommend using this with electronic devices. We included this AmazonBasics model in our testing, because we wanted to see how a baseline, mostly old-style power strip with surge ...

When you go to plug in your new smartphone only to see an outlet occupied with other electronics, you might use a surge protector or a power strip to expand your available electricity access.

Knowing industry guidelines can save you money and enhance performance. The vast array of surge protection devices, and the ratings that characterize them, can be confusing. How do you sort through ...

Tropical Storm Isaias knocked out power to hundreds of thousands of customers in Connecticut and caused millions of dollars in property damage. But for one neighborhood, the real damage happened when ...

My understanding is that when you look at Power Surge Protectors, you look at the Clamping Voltage *first* - and only then the Joule rating. From a reputable UL certified company. I have a 3,000 Joule ...

The importance of fire alarm systems cannot be overstated. From saving lives to protecting valuable property and equipment, fire alarm systems are a mainstay of all modern buildings. So much so that ...