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Appointed CEO at Metal Foundations in 2011, GeoffreyFeidelberg brings vast industry experience and a strongbusiness acumen to the uniquely positioned company.

Geoffrey Feidelberg concurrently serves as CEO ofMetal Foundations and COO of Shaner Capital Corpo-ration, a private investment fund formed by Lance T.

Shaner that purchased Metal Founda-tions last year. Prior to joining ShanerCapital, Mr. Feidelberg served as anOperating Partner for a D.C.-basedprivate equity fund; CFO, Treasurerand member of the Board of Directorsof CompuDyne Corporation—a $200-

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When faced with an inquiry from a series of contractorsand conductor manufacturers to provide a solution to thedilemma of crimping consistency along with a need fortime saving—BURNDY delivered—providing a new andpatented solution that removes guesswork and saves timein transmission connector installations.

The design and application of crimping dies used toinstall transmission connectors is critical to their perform-

ance. Though there are many manu-facturers of crimping tools, dies, orconnectors in the marketplace, in-stallers who use the BURNDY Engi-neered System of tools, dies, and


BURNDY: A Solution-Focused Manufacturer

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DuraSystems is the world leader in the design and appli-cation of passive fire protection systems to protect peopleand property from fire and blast. DuraSystems customdesigned passive fire and blast protection systems are

used in the power, hydrocarbon,commercial, institutional, infra-structure, transportation andheavy industrial sectors aroundthe globe.

As a company, we manufac-ture unique products and offer a

DuraSystems: The Word Leader In Passive Fire Protection Systems

Kortick Manufacturing is an award-winning, domestic pro-ducer of pole line hardware based in Hayward, California.Since 1898, Kortick Manufacturing has produced pole linehardware for power and communications utilities.

What they do:• Produces 3,400 standard pole linehardware items• Provides modified and special de-sign items for utility customers• Proven competitive pricing • Recognized short and reliable leadtimes• Four engineers on staff for testing


A Cost-effective, Practical Approach To Smart Grid Benefits

Today’s utility is searching for products that supportsmart grid technology with lower total cost of ownership.The VersaTech® Single Phase Recloser and the Program-mable Resettable Sectionalizer (PRS) by Hubbell PowerSystems are the solution. This dynamic duo reducesequipment maintenance and manual labor, decreases elec-trical losses on the distribution system and reduces overallimpact on the environment.

Almost 80-90 percent offaults are temporary; theVersa-Tech recloser tripsand recloses, which elim-inates prolonged outages


Hubbell Power Systems’ Dynamic Duo

Article courtesy of Threaded Fasteners

In 1979, Threaded Fasteners opened as a small fastenerdistributor for the industrial market of Mobile, Alabama.

Since then, we have become oneof the largest fastener distribu-tors and manufacturers in theSoutheast. Over the yearsThreaded Fasteners has contin-ued to make its mark as a reli-able and very competitive


Threaded Fasteners, Inc.—Not Just Your Everyday Nut & Bolt House David L. Morris is the President of INWESCO, IN-

CORPORATED. Morris acquired INWESCO, INCOR-PORATED February 1, 1999. INWESCO, Incorporatedis a steel fabricator of pole line hardware, undergroundsurface mounted products, access doors and a varietyof additional components used in underground distri-

bution of electric and telecommuni-cations industries.

INWESCO recorded sales of$5.20 million in sales revenue in1999. Through the development ofadditional product and the Texas fa-cility, INWESCO increased sales rev-


More Robust Overhead HardwareSystem Designs Reduce Damage

Adam Rousselle is founder and CEO of Utility Risk Man-agement Corporation [URMC]. Rousselle foundedURMC in 2005 after more than 15 years working inter-nationally in the sawmill, logging, and related industries.His first business, a Latin American hardwood sawmill

company, grew to 850 employees. Helater founded Falcon Informatics, aleader in forest information servicesand solutions for owners, investors,and insurers of forestland around the globe.

Rousselle’s military backgroundincludes serving with the 7th Special


URMC: Get The Deliberate Intelligence

Davies Hood became President of Induron Coatings,a 65-year-old Industrial Paint manufacturer January1, 2012. Davies is the third generation owner of thisfamily business. His previous positions at Induron havebeen Executive Vice President, Sales Manager, VP Op-erations and a regional sales representative.

He joined the Induron Team in 1997 after helpingstart an Environmental Engineeringfirm. Davies holds a BS in Biologyfrom Hampden-Sydney College in 1992.

Q: Please start by telling us a bitabout the Induron and your history.


Induron: Coat It And Forget It


Metal Foundations: Save Time, Save Money

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The power grid in the UnitedStates isn’t getting any younger.The amount of constant repairs,maintenance and inspections arestretching resources thin anddriving crews to find a more ef-ficient way to stay on-line. Mil-

lions of customers and billionsof dollars are relying on oldtechnologies, so the mindsethas to change from simplypatching the problem to find-ing a brand new solution.

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Power, saw the opportunity to change theway things are done and is leading thecharge by designing the Next Generationof premium Bus, Cable, Grounding, EHVand Full Tension connectors.

The heart of DMC Power revolvesaround the patented Swage tool tech-nology. This lightweight tool deliversup to 115 tons of pressure in a 360 de-gree pattern around the outside of a

DMC Power: Next Generation Power Connections

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Energy Power NewsNew Company Name Reflects SubstantialInternational Growth

CTC Cable, a privately held DelawareCorporation that produces ACCC® con-ductor in conjunction with nine interna-tional stranding partners, is newly namedCTC GLOBAL. The company’s newname underscores its commitment to im-proving the efficiency, reliability and ca-pacity of electrical transmission gridsworldwide. In the last eight months,CTC since the company was privatizedand restructured; it has added numerousdeployments across the globe.

Jason Huang, CEO of CTCGLOBAL, states, “Our new financialstrength will allow us to continue to provide the most cost-effective and en-

ergy-efficient conductor solution forupgrading the electrical transmissiongrid, and increase the company’s R&Dcommitment to adding functionalityand complementary products that makethe conductor even more beneficial tothe way our customers operate theirgrid.”

The ACCC conductor delivers twicethe power compared to conventional con-ductors of the same diameter and weightand reduces line losses by 30 to 40 per-cent under equal load conditions.

“During these challenging times, ef-ficiency is paramount not only to theeconomic prosperity of the utilities andultimately to their customers, but also tothe conservation of resources and asso-ciated environmental concerns.” Dr.

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Huang says. With the support of CTC GLOBAL’s

growing management, engineering, pro-duction and installation teams, as well asthe support and financial strength of itsnew investors and stranding partners, thecompany has successfully deployed theACCC conductor to new project sites inthe U.S., Indonesia, Columbia, India,

Susan Welsh (Sue) wasappointed the Presidentand Chief Executive Offi-cer of Rubadue Wire Com-pany, Inc. in 2003. Shehas been with the com-pany for many years invarious positions of salesand engineering manage-ment. In 2002, togetherwith her father EdwinRubadue, she won the DuPont™ Plun-kett Award for innovation with Teflon®for the Americas. She is an IEEE mem-ber and on the board of directors of theEEIC in Hong Kong. Welsh is a previousboard member of the TTA (The Trans-former Association). She serves on STPcommittees for UL, and with the IEC inTC 55 dealing with winding wires. Sueis proud to be an alumnus of Cal StateUniversity, Fullerton.

Q: Please start by telling us a bit aboutthe company, a brief history ofRubadue Wire and an overview ofyour business today.

A: Rubadue Wire is a privately heldcorporation that has been manufactur-ing specialized wire and cable productssince 1977. Quality and innovation havealways been our legacy. Opened as

Rubadue Associates inSouthern California byEdwin Rubadue andDaniel Rubadue, incorpo-rated in 1980 as RubadueWire Co. Inc. In 1989,Rubadue expanded itsmarkets and began sellingglobally. 1994 marked theopening of our new head-quarters and manufactur-

ing location in Greeley, Colo. We areanxious to break ground on a badlyneeded multi-million dollar expansionof our current facility, which shouldhappen by the time this article is inprint. Most of our business is in com-mercial/medical electronics, and a smallpercentage in military.

Q: Please tell us about the company'sproducts.

A: Our triple insulated wire revolution-ized transformer design in the 1980’sand is still a strong segment of ourbusiness. International safety regula-tions required transformer and powersupply designers to compromise sizeand performance when meeting theserequirements—Rubadue’s innovations

Rubadue: Conquering The Global Market

Article courtesy of DNV KEMA Energy& Sustainability

DNV KEMA Energy & Sustainabilityhas developed the KEMA Smart GridInterop Lab (SGIL) to provide utilitiesand suppliers with key testing and certi-fication services to reduce the risk andcost of deploying smart technologies.The lab provides a comprehensive archi-tecture founded upon our deep experi-ence in conducting utility-grade testingagainst established and emerging indus-try standards. Our clients gain the bene-fit of a readily configured environmentto exercise end-to-end testing with pre-defined use cases for smart grid solu-tions like demand response, substationautomation, or EV charging. The SGILenvironment is highly virtualized, al-lowing connections to in-house test fa-cilities or other labs. Our clients canconduct more extensive and rigoroustesting with independent validation at afraction of the cost to do so internally.Certification by the SGIL provides in-valuable data about inter-operationalperformance to more effectively deployand gain results from highly integratedsmart grid technologies.

Because of our focus on interoper-

ability, the SGIL brings together aunique collection of experts and tech-nology to drive an expanding knowl-edge-base that goes well beyond testingand certification. The newly announcedSGIL Membership program enablesparticipants to leverage lab resources toadvance their business initiatives. Mem-bers can engage their customers in thelab to demonstrate capabilities. Theycan collaborate with other members topursue collaborative projects for test-ing, validation, or joint-customer ef-forts. Member products and solutionsthat are resident in the lab (subject tocertification) gain exposure to lab visi-tors, including representatives fromworldwide industry, academia, standardorganizations, and regulatory entities.

The SGIL offers two types of membership, Gold and Silver, to

DNV KEMA Reduces TheRisk And Cost Of Deploying Smart Technologies


Alpha Industrial Power (AIP), an innova-tor in industrial-grade power solutionsand a member of The Alpha Group, offersa new and flexible, highly efficient, bat-tery charging solution with the additionof the Alpha Charging System High Per-formance (ACS-HP) Series.

The ACS-HP Series is capable ofcharging multiple types of stationary bat-teries, primarily for industrial, petrochem-ical and utility applications. The seriescombines an extremely low ripple outputand greater than 93 percent efficiency tomake for lower operating costs. Five hot-swappable Cordex 4.4kW rectifiers arestored in a compact 4RU shelf, providingimmense power in a compact space.

“The ACS-HP Series provides effi-ciency, flexibility and reliability in onesystem,” said Sam Ayoubi, AIP VicePresident of Sales. “It supports wideinput ranges, from 187-312Vac singlephase to 208-480Vac 3 phase, and sys-tems are expandable with power optionsup to 800A. In addition, the Cordex mon-itoring and control package is unparal-leled in today’s market.”

The Cordex monitoring and controlpackage provides complete access to bat-tery management, data logging, daily sta-

tistics and charger system control. TheCXC touch screen or Ethernet connectionand Internet browser enable simple ad-justment and control, regardless of localor remote setup.

“In one integrated package, we areable to offer remote system control, ex-tremely high power density, wide inputrange and hot swappable modularity, allwhile maintaining a small footprint,” saidAyoubi. “It is a great example of effi-ciency in all elements of design: form,function, engineering and performance.”

The ACS-HP Series is currentlyavailable to Alpha’s global customerbase. For more information about theACS-HP Series, stop by Booth #3766 orvisit http://www.alpha.com/acshp.

About Alpha Industrial PowerAlpha Industrial Power, a member of TheAlpha Group and a division of Alpha Tech-nologies, provides innovative, industrialgrade powering solutions through a diverseproduct line of large-scale battery systems,chargers, and UPS’s. Applications includepower generation facilities, substations,electrical utilities, transportation systems,communication networks and other enter-prises with unique powering.

Alpha ACS Series Helps CustomersTake Charge Of Industrial Powering Needs For over 50 years, SpanGuardTM markers

from P&R Technologies have been sav-ing lives and protecting valuable powerlines by making them visible to low fly-ing aircraft. Many of the original Span-Guard/HeliMark markers installed in theearly 1960s remain in service to this day.

Over the years, SpanGuard designhas been improved and extended to a va-riety of models that fit nearly any appli-cation and budget, including EHVmarkers for high voltage lines and alu-minum markers for high temperaturelines. All are routinely installed on hotlines by helicopter.

All SpanGuard markers use spiralformed armor rods for secure attachmentto the live conductor, OPGW or shieldwire. The spiral preforms extend out-ward from the marker and actually rein-force and protect the conductor at thepoint of attachment. Completely slip-proof, they prevent line damage oftenassociated with clamps that dig into theline. The preforms are matched at timeof order to the specific size, type and di-ameter of line.

SpanGuard markers for lines up to500KV are constructed of K-10 ABSwith a special UV weather cap. It resistsfading, cracking or breaking and has 15times the weatherability and color reten-

tion of fiberglass. SpanGuard markersfor direct attachment to high coronaand/or high temperature ACSS lines aremade of aluminum and are rated up to250° C (482° F) and 500KV.

The FAA advises that 36” markersbe used on high transmission lines andhazardous river crossings. Smaller 20”markers are permitted on less extensivepower lines or on lines below 50 feet inapproaches to airports. Each markershould be a solid color—internationalorange, yellow, or white—and the FAAsuggests that alternating colors be usedon critical lines to optimize visibility inall seasons. (Orange alone may be diffi-cult to see against fall foliage.)

Because of their durable construc-tion, easy installation and “line friendly”performance, SpanGuard markers havebeen chosen by over 2,000 utilities, andall are repeat customers.

In addition to power line markers,P&R Technologies offers an industryleading selection of bird diverters, LEDFAA beacons and lighting, solar poweredlighting, warning flags for low lines andthermal imaging for perimeter security.For more information, visit www.pr-tech.com, call 800-722-8078 (503-292-8682 outside the U.S.) or stop by Booth#3154.

SpanGuardTM Power Line Markers: 50 Years Of Saving Lives

and design• “Green” certified company with provengreen initiatives

• Family owned and operated

New items:• Pole top extension: Extensions that areclimbable, guyable and reliable to mountequipment on

• Hardwood cross arms and poles: Hard-wood cross arms and poles that requireno treatment per the current ANSI stan-dards, ultimately proving impervious to termites and rot.• Sidewalk Guy fitting

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For more information about Kortick Manu-facturing, write to 2230 Davis Court, Hay-ward, CA, 94545, visit www.kortick.com,email [email protected], call 510-856-3600 or fax 510-856-3606. Come see themat Booth #595.

Forces Group conducting operationalcounter-intelligence in Latin America.Additionally, he served with the 1stSquadron 7th Cavalry in Desert Stormwhere he was awarded the Bronze Starfor his actions in 1991.

Q: Please start by telling us a bit aboutthe company, a brief history of URMCand an overview of your businesstoday.

A: Our focus has always been two-fold:increase the generic revenue at electricutilities and reduce their cost of opera-tions. We began by marrying sophisti-cated technology and engineeringanalysis for the vegetation managementneeds of major utilities. The more weworked with our clients, it was clear theywere willing to continue using advanced

technologies to reduce costs and improvemargins and revenues. URMC is the onlyprovider of mission-critical data andanalysis with this focus. We create andprovide the most innovative, accurate,and detailed solutions that challenge thenotion that the old process way is the bestway to answer a historical or currentchallenge. Imagine a small group of en-gineers increasing the energy sales, re-duce the costs, and improve safety for amajor utility. Responding to, and in somecases anticipating, what the electric util-ity industry needs to effectively andsafely meet its core mission is at the heartof what URMC is about.

Q: Please tell us about the company’sproducts.

A: We are very excited about our provenability to more precisely measure thetemperature of transmission conductors.Long hailed as the “Holy Grail” of trans-

mission engineering, conductor tempera-ture is directly related to both capacityand operating costs. We call our ground-breaking new thermal imaging technol-ogy, Thermal Direct™. ThermalDirect™ provides electric utilities withthe methodology to replace the calcu-lated, or estimated, temperature of theirconductors with precise, actual tempera-tures. The associated decrease in the mar-gin of error enables utilities to: improvesystem reliability and capacity; enhancethe security of transmission assets;demonstrate compliance with applicableregulatory requirements; and reduce mit-igation costs associated with complianceby as much as $2 billion over a three yearperiod. In recent testing Thermal Direct’saccuracy presented a 95 percent confi-dence level, with residual error of 2.09°C.

Our new distribution line 6 in 1 data col-lection platform will significantly im-prove the type and quality of information

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we can provide to our utility customers.Inventorying 100 percent of a utility’s as-sets has been time consuming and nearimpossible. Inspecting the distributionsystem for safe operation and clearancesis equally cumbersome. So URMC mar-ried advanced technologies with simpleprocesses to gather both types of thesecritical data sets at the same time. Doingso reduces costs, improves safety, and forasset-based-recovery utilities could in-crease revenue.

These two products exemplify whoURMC is and why we really live our mis-sion: Increasing a utility’s ability to gen-erate revenue, decrease costs and improvesafety.

Q: How can our readers find out more?

A: Please stop by Booth #2593, call 866-931-URMC or visit us online at www.util-ityrisk.com.

accommodate different needs and

investment levels. Both memberships areavailable on an annual fee basis. We wel-come any industry participant that re-quires interoperable test capabilities,

independent validation, and access toworld-class resources to drive the suc-cess of smart technology deployments.

For more information about DNV

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KEMA, the KEMA SGIL and our Mem-bership program, please visit us at Booth#1549, or visit us online at:www.dnvkema.com/sgil/.

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million NASDAQ-traded company in-volved in construction, government/de-fense contracting, and softwaredevelopment; and COO and CFO ofAquaPenn Spring Water Company—aventure-funded startup that grew to be-come one of the largest bottled watercompanies in the United States, traded onthe NYSE.

In a recent press release GeoffreyFeidelberg said, “Metal Foundations isa unique and specialized proprietaryproduct that has a history of success,profitability, and is poised for immediategrowth. Our extensive patent portfolioand other intellectual property provide uswith unique capabilities to pursue ourchosen markets.”

Intrigued by this statement we set outto learn more about Metal Foundationsand the company’s unique patented prod-ucts.

Q: Mr. Feidelberg, can you please tellus a little about the history of MetalFoundations?

A: For nearly 20 years, Metal Founda-tions has efficiently designed and in-

stalled sturdy metal foundations to sup-port various structures. With proprietaryand patented foundation designs and in-stallation processes, we have success-fully installed more than 200,000 steelfoundations.

Q: What makes your company andproduct unique?

A: Metal Foundations holds numerouspatents for various steel foundation de-signs and installation processes. MetalFoundations continues to lead the indus-try as the most reliable, and truly innova-tive alternative to concrete foundations.

Q: What are a few of the benefits ofusing your product?

A: The biggest benefit is the time andcost savings we offer. Our foundationsare installed in less than half the time ittakes to install standard concrete founda-tions, and our clients save an average of30 percent of the costs associated withconcrete foundation installations.

Q: How can you install your founda-tions so quickly?

A: No concrete is required to install our

foundations, therefore all of the time-con-suming and costly procedures associatedwith the installation, curing and testing ofconcrete are eliminated.

Q: How do you save your clients thatmuch money?

A: In this industry, time is money. MetalFoundations proprietary designs and in-stallation processes eliminates all thetime-consuming procedures necessary toinstall concrete. For example, our uniqueprocesses eliminate the need for large ex-cavations, which are not only dangerous,but take a lot of time and can be very ex-pensive. We require minimal manpowerand equipment—saving our clients a sig-nificant amount of labor and equipmentcosts. We also reuse soil for backfill—eliminating the time and expense neces-sary to haul away spoil.

Q: Are there other reasons someonemight choose your steel foundationsover standard concrete foundations?

A: Our foundations are pre-engineered,delivered to the job site ready to install,and your structure can be mounted imme-diately—the same day in most cases. Wecan quickly install our foundations in any

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weather, any terrain, and in just about anylocation—even the hard to reach ones.

Q: What types of structures can yourfoundations support and who wouldbenefit most from your product?

A: We can quickly, effectively, and effi-ciently install foundations for just aboutany structure. We have designed and in-stalled steel foundations to support every-thing from Solar PV panels—at anaward-winning Arizona PV Array—andfencing along the Southwest U.S./Mexicoborder to high mast light poles on the PATurnpike and high transmission poles forthe state of New York. No matter what theproject, we offer a strong, durable, reli-able and less expensive alternative to con-crete foundations.

Q: How can someone find out if MetalFoundations’ steel foundations areright for their project?

A: We are exhibiting at the IEEE-PES showhere in Orlando. Visit us at Booth #4471.You can also visit our website at www.met-alfoundationscorp.com, send us an email [email protected], or give usa call. Our toll free number is 855-356-3825. We would love to hear from you.

custom engineered fitting. ThisSwaged connection provides the high-est levels of mechanical, thermal andelectrical connection for your substa-tion and transmission needs. Other in-stallation methods (welded, bolted,crimped, exo-thermic) simply cannotmatch the advantages of the DMCPower Swage System:

• Fast installation. Independent labora-tory tests shows that Swaging is up tothree times faster than welding and manycustomers claim they can achieve up toTEN times the efficiency versus other

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methods. This increased efficiency di-rectly saves on labor costs and construc-tion delays.

• Safety. The hydraulic Swage tool is soeasy to use that your crews can be trainedand installing in less than 30 minutes.And because there are no explosions,toxic fumes, dangerous flames, or cum-bersome equipment to carry around,crews are safe and efficient.

• Highest quality. The purest raw mate-rials, exact specifications and ISO9001:2008 certification makes DMCPower connectors far superior to any-thing else in the market. Just one lookwill show you how well engineered these

connectors are.

• All weather installation. It doesn’tmatter if there is rain, snow, wind or ice,the DMC Power Swage tool allows theuser to install in any weather condition onthe job site without delaying the con-struction schedule.

• Lower lifetime cost. From the initiallabor savings, lack of weather related de-lays, immediate inspection and no ongo-ing maintenance required, the Swagesystem saves customers money through-out the entire life of the connector.

• Short lead times and custom solutions.Modular design of the connectors allows

for quick delivery times in emergency sit-uations. And because everything is engi-neered, tested and manufactured underone roof, any custom solution can bemade to meet your needs.

DMC Power Product Managers will beat Booth #4375 during expo hours toanswer questions, provide literature andshow product samples. They’ll also beraffling off an iPad2, 32” Flat ScreenTelevision and three $50 gift cards—sostop on by, say hi and possibly walkaway a winner!

For more information after the showor to contact your local Territory Man-ager, just call 888-SWAGE-NOW or visitthem online at www.dmcpower.com.

have allowed transformer and powersupply designers to make their productssignificantly smaller and more efficientwith even higher level of quality. Weoffer a wide range of insulations, sizes,types and configurations, with the ma-jority of our products in the high tem-perature/high dielectric arena. Ourproducts are used in many high profileconsumer electronics and medical de-vices. We specialize in fine wire withthin wall applications without limitingour products to that segment. Typicalapplications for products in medical arefor MRI and CT scanners, defibrilla-tors, and thermometers. Other marketsinclude lighting, automobile headlightsand consumer electronics from videogame consoles to laptops. We offer ex-tensive options in AWM products.

Q: Who are your typical customers forthis?

A: We primarily sell to OEMs and theirprimary and secondary suppliers. Manyof the names of our customers you wouldrecognize in the marketplace today. Weare thankful to have a very loyal cus-tomer base that is continually growing.

Q: Do you see any demand trends fromyour customer base?

A: Sustainability. Demand trends fromcustomers continue to evolve with the de-velopment of new products that requirehigher performance and highest qualitylevel at a good price. Last year’s Tsunamiin Japan forced both Rubadue and ourcustomers to look for alternate best solu-tions beyond specific materials to offerthe best solutions as supply chain issuesare becoming more prevalent with all of

our customers. A trend in electronics is asfinished products get smaller, tempera-ture requirements increase and specifica-tions tighten.

Better products, more diverse products,and alternative options to keep produc-tion rolling have created more demandsas well as opportunities. Seeing compa-nies globally accepting responsibility forsafety, as well as how the environment isaffected by processes and materials, is avery positive move.

Q: What benefits and challenges doyou face being an American manufac-turer in a global market?

A: To be alive in the manufacturingbusiness today is to be in a global mar-ket. We benefit as an American manu-facturer in the global marketplacebecause of our reputation for quality

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and innovation. We are very close to oursupply partners for raw materials thatallow Rubadue to serve our customersbetter, no matter where they are in theworld. The fact that global commodityprices have stabilized somewhat andlabor continues to increase in Asia hasincreased the demand for our product.Challenges always include protectingour IP, as well as competing productsthat may be less expensive, but compro-mise on quality.

I am proud of our company and of ourteam, both in the domestic location, aswell as our support in international stock-ing/service locations.


A: Please call 970-351-6100, visitwww.rubadue.com or stop by Booth#4346.


source for utility related hardware. Ourcustomers range from electric utilitycompanies to the fabricators and suppli-ers that support those very utilities.

With over $4 million of inventory inour five locations, not only do we servethe end users, but our customer base alsoincludes many other fastener distributors.Many times our simple advantage is in-ventory. The sweetest sound to a buyer is“we have it in stock.”

Threaded Fasteners has also be-come well known for thinking outsideof the box when it comes to service andthe packaging needs of our customers.We have staff specifically employed to

manage large projects and special pack-aging requirements. The challenge ofgetting product to the customer on timeand in a way that makes sense is notsomething we take lightly. Aside fromour dedicated staff we are one of thelargest stocking distributors of A394transmission tower bolts in the nation.We have helped several utilities andfabricators on large transmission proj-ects throughout the country and havebeen very successful. As the need forproject management continues to growso will our determination to provide su-perior service in the area.

Of course you can’t talk aboutThreaded Fasteners without talkingabout manufacturing. We have just asmany customers who think of us as just

a distributor as we do that think of us asjust a manufacturer. Threaded Fastenershas been manufacturing anchor boltssince the early ’90s, however in thesummer 2009 significant investmentswere made in our manufacturing divi-sion of the company. New equipmentand additional space was added to ac-commodate our customers’ every grow-ing anchoring and custom fastenerneeds. For years we have provided rebarcages and custom anchor bolts to job-sites all over North America, but one ofthe areas of manufacturing that receivedquite a bit of attention during the expan-sion was our ability to hot head bolts.Since the investment we are also be-coming known in the utility world as areliable and cost effective manufacturer

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of square and hex head machine bolts,as well as step bolts.

A company is only as good as its peo-ple right? Every employee at ThreadedFasteners has something to gain by takingcare of the customer. They’re all ownersof our company. Being an employeeowned company definitely is unique andthe pride the employees of Threaded Fas-teners have in their company is second tonone. You can actually walk up to anyemployee at Threaded Fasteners and say“Who owns this place?” and they mightjust say “I do!”…Priceless. It’s a fact,Threaded Fasteners holds a unique placein the world of nuts and bolts.

For more information, call 800-345-4976, visit www.threadedfasteners.com orstop by Booth #2780.

enue to $14.88 million in the recent 2008fiscal year.

Brooks Products, Inc. previouslyemployed Morris, for over 19 years. Dur-ing his 19 years of employment, he heldvarious engineering, management andexecutive positions. He contributed to thedevelopment of new precast concreteproducts, new & improved manufactur-ing processes, and designed productionmolds and tooling for the manufacturingof precast concrete products. He played amajor role in the design and constructionof the Brooks Products, Fontana manu-facturing facility, (now Jensen Precast),which included state of the art equipmentand processes for the manufacturing ofprecast concrete products. Morris hasalso written the industry respected Qual-ity Assurance Manual for the twelve op-erating Divisions of Brooks Products,Inc.

Morris was President of Brooks Prod-ucts, Inc. from 1996-1997. Prior to the Pres-idency he held the position of Vice Presidentand Corporate Engineer from 1985-1996.He has also held the Position of GeneralManager for the Stockton, CA and SouthernCalifornia Division (Fontana, CA). Underhis direction and leadership, the StocktonDivision grew to become one of the mainthree manufacturers in the Northern andCentral Valley. In 1988 he was appointed tothe executive committee and assumed theDivision Manager’s role at the Fontana fa-cility, which produced $14.5 million dollarsof sales revenue, representing 23 percent ofthe total company’s sales.

Morris earned a BS degree in Archi-tectural Engineering at the CaliforniaState Polytechnic University at San LuisObispo, California. He is a registeredProfessional Civil Engineer in California,Arizona, Nevada, Florida and Tennessee.He also holds a Class A General Engi-neering Contractors License.

Morris is an active member in

various national professional societies.He is a member of the American Con-crete Institute (ACI), the National PrecastConcrete Association (NPCA), the Amer-ican Society for Civil Engineers (ASCE)and the American Society for TestingMaterials (ASTM). Morris is active in theC-27 “Precast Concrete”, and acted asSub-Committee Chairman of ASTM C-27.10 for more than 15 years. He also hasparticipated in The Executive Committee(TEC) from 1991 to 1994. TEC providessenior management development pro-grams and resources for CEOs and Pres-idents of companies to improve theirmanagement and leadership skills.

INWESCO now services hundredsof utility companies across the UnitedStates and they pride themselves on in-novation, quality, and service. With thecapability of custom designing, world-class engineering, and turn-key fabrica-tion all under one roof, they can help youexpedite the process of turning an ideainto a quality finished product. They have

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helped many utility companies just likeyours on countless projects. One majordevelopment in the overhead utilities hasbeen a bold move by engineers at South-ern California Edison to look for ways toensure that their overhead distribution in-frastructure will be able to hold up duringthe ever-increasing threat of seismic ac-tivity along the West Coast. Workingalongside the many highly qualified peo-ple at SoCal Edison they have developeda transformer cluster bracket and trans-former platform that were carefully engi-neered and designed to hold up duringtornadoes, hurricanes, and earthquakes.

“Is your overhead distribution sys-tem able to withstand the loads generatedby those events? We can help. Do youhave your own design and are looking forengineering? We can help. Or do you haveall that done and are looking for someoneto fabricate and manufacture your prod-ucts? Again, we can help. Stop by ourBooth #4055 and see how we can helpyou!” says Morris.

A: Induron is an industrial coatingsmanufacturer that began making paintfor the Post-War steel industry in Birm-ingham, AL in 1947. Over the past 65years, our company has strived to pro-duce reliable protection through inno-vative coatings. Induron has adaptedover the years in order to competeagainst much larger competitors. Wehave transitioned from producing pre-dominantly primers for steel to highquality architectural paints to the indus-try leading lining for ductile iron sewerpipe. To come full circle, we are cur-rently focused on producing traditionalcoatings for the power market.

Q: Please tell us about the company's

main product for the Power market.

A: We developed Induraguard 9200 to bethe most cost-effective coating [often onecoat] to fight corrosion on weathered gal-vanized or corroded carbon steel T&Dstructures. This product is high build, easy-to-use, has excellent wetting properties andprovides unrivaled barrier protection thatis all based on a totally sustainable resinsystem derived from plant material. Thebarrier protection is so good because of thesynergistic properties provided by theproven pigment package or ingredients,some of which date all the way back topaints used by the ancient Greeks!

Q: What features or benefits do thesebarrier pigments provide?

A: The micaceous iron oxide is a large

lamellar-shaped pigment that provides a“labyrinth-effect” or “shielding” thatslows the ingress of water, chlorides, andpollutants. Additionally it reduces the effects of ultra-violet on the sustainableresin. Zinc is a second pigment that willinhibit moistures pathway by actually ex-panding in size with moisture contact. Theceramic microspheres help with the film-build on edges and bolts; often the firstareas to fail on transmission structures.Without the synergistic effects of thesethree barrier pigments the coating couldnever last 25-30 years with just one coat.

Q: Is this coating safe for painter?

A: It is a very health and safety-mindedcoating with 92 percent solids by volume,very low VOC, zero HAPs and almostnon-existent odor.

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Q: Does Induron have other coatingsfor T&D?

A: We have a complete systems approach to all T&D coatings needs;including flow-coatings and moisturecured tower footings [below grade]. We like to think our product line contains some old and some new technology.

Q: Are there locations one could seethis coating in use?

A: We have projects nationwide; comevisit one of our jobs today!


A: Please stop by Booth #242, call 800-324-9584 or visit www.induron.com.

South Korea, the UK, Russia, Germany,South Africa, Chile, Qatar, Brazil andPoland during the last eight months.

About CTC GLOBALHeadquartered in Irvine, California, CTCGLOBAL provides cost-effective conduc-tor solutions that can double the capacityfor congested transmission lines, with lit-tle to no tower modifications. The energy-

efficient ACCC solution delivers morepower with the least line loss. Since 2005,the ACCC solution has been commer-cially deployed to over 190 reconductor-ing and new construction projects fortop-tier clients worldwide. For further in-

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formation, visit CTC’s website atwww.ctcglobal.com or contact CTC at949-428-8500 and stop by Booth #527.

ACCC® is a registered trademark of CTCGLOBAL.

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connectors know that they will achievean extremely reliable connection. This isnot chance, BURNDY understands howcritical an effective connection is to anyelectrical system, and designs that effec-tiveness into their connection systems—the connector, tool, and die designed as asystem. For transmission applications,“overlapping crimps” is the normalmethod for compressing deadends,splices, and jumper terminals. For all ap-plications, BURNDY ensures that an ap-propriate ‘compression ratio’ is achievedbetween the connector and conductor, tooptimize the lifetime of the connection,

apply the appropriate force, and result inthe best-finished connection surface.

The BURNDY engineering team,after listening to the issues faced in thefield, developed a family of 60 toncrimping dies with increased crimpingwidths and indicia marks. This resultedin a much improved installation prac-tice for transmission connector in-stallers and a decrease in per-connectorinstallation time. By providing indiciamarks on the die surface, a slight em-bossment is created on the crimpedconnector, providing the installer withthe start location for the next overlap-ping crimp consistently—every time.By increasing crimping widths withoutsacrificing the compression ratio, in-

stallation time is reduced. The result isa dependable, quality installation re-quiring less crimps per connector,which also eliminates the guesswork.Just another BURNDY innovation incrimping die development!

And, coming soon, a portable andlight weight 60 Ton Remote HydraulicPress! The Y60LW, at only 43 pounds,is the ultimate in crimping power at anoptimized weight. Accepting the WideL-Dies as described above, this remotecrimp press has a large jaw opening toaccommodate copper and aluminumcode cables and aerial conductor sizesthrough 2500 kcmil and also ACSRthrough 2156 (84/19 str.) This press has60 tons of crimp force at 10,000 psi

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operating pressure—along with a singleacting ram with a heavy-duty returnspring for fast ram retraction. The re-movable die cap may be easily rotatedallowing for quick removal of spliceconnectors while the upper die cap se-curely locks to a positive detent positionfor safe operation. Fast easy die chang-ing, secure die positioning with positivedie release locking pins, a side lift han-dle for easy carrying are just some ofthe benefits of this remote crimp pressdynamo. Stop by and see the Y60LWfor yourself.

Go with the BURNDY EngineeredSystem that does it all—and does it con-sistently. Stop by and see BURNDY atBooth #1555 or visit www.burndy.com.

comprehensive design service to ourclients achieving the best results when ad-dressing specific fire or blast protectionproblems. DuraSystems also providesconstruction detailing, special project ori-entated products and system testing whichenables DuraSystems to manufacture cus-tom-built solutions tailored to our clientneeds.

DuraSystems custom designs and in-stalls fire and blast walls, doors, barriers,cable trays, ventilation, and other passivefire protection systems. These passive sys-tems protect personnel and property, whichhave been tested to the most stringent industry codes and standards.

About DuraSteelDuraSteel is the most stringently tested

material in the passive fire protectionsector and its applications in the vari-ous industries. DuraSteel has beentested for its resistance to fire, blast,impact, moisture, mold, physicalstrength, water tightness, sound atten-uation, radiant heat and pressures.

DuraSteel properties make it idealfor the design and construction of pas-sive fire protection systems and applica-tions to protect workplace injuries fromfire and blast. DuraSteel non-com-bustible properties provide compartmen-talization, fire separation and migration.DuraSteel robust noncorrosive construc-tion makes it an ideal material for bothinterior and exterior use to protect per-sonnel and property. DuraSteel can bepainted for aesthetic purposes.

DuraSteel is a unique non-com-bustible material consisting of twometal sheets, galvanized or stainless

steel, mechanically bonded to a cementfibre core. DuraSteel is exceptionallyrobust, resistant to impact, fire & blast,reduces sound, unaffected by moistureand once installed requires minimalmaintenance and have a life ex-pectancy of up to 40 years even in themost severe environments.

By combining lightweight anddurable materials to make the facinglayers and core, DuraSteel assembliesrequire minimal foundations for sup-port. DuraSteel is essential for assem-blies such as fire & blast barriers,enclosures, fire & blast doors, cabletrays, duct assemblies. DuraSteel sheetshave been tested to withstand a four-hour fire test, hose stream test and 2-Bar of post blast pressure.

Features & Benefits• 4-hour fire protection

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• Resistance to fire, blast, impact andmoisture• 40-year life expectancy• Galvanized, stainless steel or other spe-ciality metals• Lightweight and strong tested to 3.2N/mm2 UDL strength• Sound attenuation properties• Low maintenance• Cut using conventional tools• Reusable material• Manufactured to withstand hazardousand severe environments• Withstands extreme air pressures• Tested for vibration resistance• Zero flame spread with non-toxic by-products• Manufacture under ISO 2000:9001

For more information, call 866-338-0988,visit www.durasystems.com or stop byBooth #4186.

on the line. In the case of a permanentfault, the fault closing capability of aPRS electronic sectionalizer simplifiestesting and eliminates replacement offuse links, restoring service quickly.Using Reclosers and Secitonalizerslike those manufactured by HubbellPower Systems greatly improves reli-ability factors like SAIDI, SAIFI andMAIFI.

Product DetailsVersaTech® Single Phase Recloser is aunique programmable electronic devicedesigned to provide reliable, economicaland over-current protection for distribu-tion systems rated up to 27kV, 125kVLIW (BIL). Exclusive VersaTech® features include:

• User settable 30-800Amp minimum tip setting• Beacon to indicate a lockout condition• User Real-Time current monitoring sys-tem• 400Amp continuous and 8000Amp in-terrupting capability

• Radio programmable in-service optionwith password protected programming

Single Phase Programmable ResettableSectionalizer (PRS) is a device with in-nate capability to distinguish betweentemporary and permanent faults on

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distribution systems. It uses program-mable parameters like counts, actuatingcurrent and reset time to increase sys-tem reliability. The PRS comes withhistorical data storage for systemoverview and analysis and operates inconjunction with most back-up auto-matic circuit reclosers or a reclosingcircuit breaker.

PRS applications include:• Locations where fuse coordination isdifficult to achieve• Areas with insufficient load to justify in-vestments in apparatus such as reclosers• Remote location prone to transient faultscaused by fauna and flora• SAIDI improvements

For more information or to see the Dy-namic Duo in action, visit Hubbell PowerSystems at IEEE, Booth #1643.

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