Control Panel Resources

In the U.S., control panel standards are covered by UL508A Standard for industrial control panels, NFPA70 National Electric Code (NEC), and NFPA79 standard for industrial machinery. In Canada, the Canadian Electric Code (CEC), CSA C22.2 No. 286 for control panels and assemblies, and CSA C22.2 No. 301 for industrial electrical machinery are of importance to control panel manufacturers. Our white papers and technical guides provide you with the detailed information you need to stay in compliance. 

White papers 

• Calculating Short-Circuit Current Ratings
• UL508A 3rd Edition Changes
• NFPA79 2018 Edition Changes
• Class 2 Control Circuits 
• Type 1 & 2 Coordination 
• Canadian Control Panel Standards
• Standardizing NEMA and IP Ratings

Technical manuals

• Control Panel Standards for the US Market

IEC standards and directives dictate the design of industrial control panels in Europe and most markets outside of North America. It is important to note that these standards and directives differ greatly than UL, NFPA and CSA standards in North America. Our white papers and technical guides will provide you with the information you need to successfully export to IEC markets. 

White papers

• Short-circuit verification for IEC 
• Risk Analysis and Assesment Requirements
• Changes to IEC60204-1
• Changes for Power Drive Systems
• Standardizing IP and NEMA Ratings

Technical Guides

• Control Panels for IEC Markets Guidline

Engineering time accounts for more than 50% of a control panel's cost. Increasing engineering efficiency saves time while increasing profitability and competitiveness. See how you can increase your efficiency with our white papers on time-saving strategies for electrical engineering.

White Papers

• Optimizing Electrical Engineering
• Modular Engineering 

Resources

• Tools and data for control panel engineering - interactive guide