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Locking Power Cords For Data Centers: The Ultimate Guide
According to the Uptime Institute’s 2022 Data Center Resiliency Survey, human error plays a role in about two-thirds (66%) of all data center outages. Modern data center design is complex...
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Power Cord Types: A Brief History & Introduction
There are hundreds of different power cord types across the world. In this article, we will talk about the ones you are most likely to encounter, along with a brief...
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What’s the difference between different cord sets?
There are many differences in the construction and type and strength of the current that electrical outlets are made to manage in cords and outlets in North America and most...
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The Most & Least Expensive States to Buy an Electric Vehicle
Electric vehicles are growing in popularity across the world as more people aim to reduce their carbon footprint and take advantage of this emerging technology.
Though EV charging infrastructure is still in its infancy and the sale of gasoline and diesel cars is still astronomically higher than EVs, there have been some significant gains thanks to federal and state incentives.
A study by Energy Innovation found that most EVs are cheaper to operate than gas cars and state tax credits can reach up to $7,500 for EV owners so there are plenty of financial reasons to consider making the switch.
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Locking Power Cords For Data Centers: The Ultimate Guide
According to the Uptime Institute’s 2022 Data Center Resiliency Survey, human error plays a role in about two-thirds (66%) of all data center outages. Modern data center design is complex...
Power Cord Types: A Brief History & Introduction
There are hundreds of different power cord types across the world. In this article, we will talk about the ones you are most likely to encounter, along with a brief...
What’s the difference between different cord sets?
There are many differences in the construction and type and strength of the current that electrical outlets are made to manage in cords and outlets in North America and most...
SOOW Cable Power Cord Wires
Many materials may be used to make power cords with SOOW cable as long as it is a thermoset material that complies with the various industry standards.
Power Supply Cords Are Essential
Right now, you’re most likely reading this page on a screen unless you prefer the old fashioned way of printing hard copy pages out. You could be reading this on...
The Ins and Outs of Power Cords
AC cords are used for many different electronic applications. Computers, gaming systems, audio equipment, and more all can use an AC power cord. There are many different suppliers of power...
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SIGNAL+POWER® welcomes new WW Director of Sales - Laura Garcia
Laura Garcia joins the SIGNAL+POWER® team!SIGNAL+POWER® is thrilled to announce the addition of Laura Garcia as our new Director of Worldwide Sales. Laura will help grow our Company both domestically...
Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Update: How We Are Responding
As many of you are aware, the global outbreak of COVID-19 has impacted countless people and businesses. SIGNAL+POWER is no different. Because we operate in Santa Clara County and are under...
SIGNAL+POWER® Adds New Ultrasonic Welding Capabilities!
At SIGNAL+POWER (S+P), we’ve been a top-notch manufacturer of power cords, cord sets and electrical plug adapters since 2003. Customers in important industries around the world rely on the quality...
UL Approvals for EVE and EVJE Wire
SIGNAL+POWER is proud and excited to announce an even larger expansion of our ability to service customers with our latest UL approved EVE and EVJE power cord cable designed specifically for...
G Mark News
SIGNAL+POWER introduces new, mandatory Gulf Mark (G-Mark) cords into growing stock of product offerings.
New Brazilian Standards
After decades of confusion and inconsistencies, the Brazilian government certification body, INMETRO (National Institute of Metrology, Standardization and Industrial Quality) has established a firm country-wide standard for power cord plug...
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SIGNAL+POWER Secures Indonesia SNI Certification
SIGNAL+POWER has obtained Indonesia SNI certification, complying with SNI IEC 60844-1:2014 standards, for connectors and wire. The SNI approved plugs are produced with SNI markings and shares the same appearance...
SIGNAL+POWER® Now Offering Data Center Power Cords with Global Approvals
SIGNAL+POWER is pleased to offer a new collection of data center cords that boast GLOBAL approvals which ensures smooth international deployments and maintenance while reducing the number of SKUs needed to support multiple...
SIGNAL+POWER® is proud to offer Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) products
SIGNAL+POWER® is excited to bring to market a broad line of new products to fulfill the ever-expanding need for Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) rated power cords. These LSZH products far...
Charging Electric Vehicles at Home
As a California based company, the sight of new and innovative electric cars zooming by in the carpool lane is becoming an increasingly common sight
Ultra Low Profile Power Cord Plug
SIGNAL+POWER (S+P) introduces world’s first line of low profile molded medical power cord plugs, an ideal solution for all medical and hospital installations where space is limited.
Universal Power Cord Wire
Power cord and OEM device manufacturers typically stock a wide variety of power cords and bulk wire to meet the varying specifications for countries around the world.
Coiled Power Cord
SIGNAL+POWER (S+P) announces new in-house wire coiling capabilities enhancing quality control, reducing lead times and reducing manufacturing costs.
Medical Power Cords
SIGNAL+POWER is pleased to announce official UL approval and certification for several new high-end green dot hospital grade power plugs for medical industry power cords and power supply cords.
C14 SecureSleeve News Release
SIGNAL+POWER introduces the world’s first tightening sleeve for the connections between IEC C13 outlets and the IEC C14 plugs on power cords.
Bringing Wall Outlets and USB Receptacles Closer to You
SIGNAL+POWER is excited to announce a brand new product line ready for immediate application across a vast array of industries.
C19 to C20 Power Cords
IEC C19 to C20 power cords are typically used for various network and data center applications such as the following IT equipment: PDUs (power distribution units), high power computers and servers,...
New OEM International Power Cord and Power Supply Cord Components
SIGNAL+POWER is pleased to announce official UL approval and certification for several new high-end power plugs for OEM power cords and power supply cords used in industries such as generators, power...
C13 C14 Power Cords
IEC C13 to C14 power cords are used for various applications such as computer, monitor and printer extensions cords, PDU (power distribution unit) power cords, game systems and audio equipment like amplifiers.
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SIGNAL+POWER Secures Indonesia SNI Certification
SIGNAL+POWER has obtained Indonesia SNI certification, complying with SNI IEC 60844-1:2014 standards, for connectors and wire. The SNI approved plugs are produced with SNI markings and shares the same appearance...
Locking Power Cords For Data Centers: The Ultimate Guide
According to the Uptime Institute’s 2022 Data Center Resiliency Survey, human error plays a role in about two-thirds (66%) of all data center outages. Modern data center design is complex...
Power Cord Types: A Brief History & Introduction
There are hundreds of different power cord types across the world. In this article, we will talk about the ones you are most likely to encounter, along with a brief...
SIGNAL+POWER® Now Offering Data Center Power Cords with Global Approvals
SIGNAL+POWER is pleased to offer a new collection of data center cords that boast GLOBAL approvals which ensures smooth international deployments and maintenance while reducing the number of SKUs needed to support multiple...
SIGNAL+POWER® welcomes new WW Director of Sales - Laura Garcia
Laura Garcia joins the SIGNAL+POWER® team!SIGNAL+POWER® is thrilled to announce the addition of Laura Garcia as our new Director of Worldwide Sales. Laura will help grow our Company both domestically...
SIGNAL+POWER® is proud to offer Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) products
SIGNAL+POWER® is excited to bring to market a broad line of new products to fulfill the ever-expanding need for Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) rated power cords. These LSZH products far...
Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Update: How We Are Responding
As many of you are aware, the global outbreak of COVID-19 has impacted countless people and businesses. SIGNAL+POWER is no different. Because we operate in Santa Clara County and are under...
SIGNAL+POWER® Adds New Ultrasonic Welding Capabilities!
At SIGNAL+POWER (S+P), we’ve been a top-notch manufacturer of power cords, cord sets and electrical plug adapters since 2003. Customers in important industries around the world rely on the quality...
Charging Electric Vehicles at Home
As a California based company, the sight of new and innovative electric cars zooming by in the carpool lane is becoming an increasingly common sight