Automating Ferrule Crimping for Larger Gauge Wires
As wire sizes increase, so do the challenges. Crimping ferrules on #12, #10, and #8 AWG conductors require more force, better alignment, and far less tolerance for error. This is where many manual tools and even some automated systems, begin to fall short. The MC40-L wire ferrule crimping machine, by GLW, is designed specifically to…
DIN Rail Density: Why Millimeters Matter More Than You Think
In control panel design, space is more than a convenience, it’s a constraint that affects accessibility, future expansion and more importantly, costs. Choosing compact DIN Rail mounted components can free up valuable rail space, improve airflow, and simplify wiring and servicing. A few millimeters saved on each device adds up quickly $$ in high-density panels…
Why Wire Preparation Is Still the Weakest Link in the Control Panel
Control panels rarely fail because of the major components. More often, problems start at the connection point. Inconsistent stripping, damaged strands, and uneven crimps lead to loose terminations, troubleshooting headaches, and premature failures. Even the best terminal blocks and devices can’t compensate for poor wire preparation. That’s why standardized tools and kits matter. American Electrical’s…
The American Electrical, Inc. (AEI) Crimp Kit: Professional Wire Ferrule Termination Made Simple
Clean, reliable wire terminations start with the right tools. The American Electrical, Inc. (AEI) CrimpKit provides everything needed to prep, terminate, and crimp insulated wire ferrules onto conductors the right way. The kit includes a precision ratcheting wire ferrule crimping tool for consistent ferrule terminations, a dedicated wire cutter/stripper for accurate wire preparation, and a…
Power over Ethernet Injectors: A Simple Solution for Smarter Networks
Power over Ethernet (PoE) injectors make it easy to add power to Ethernet networks without replacing existing switches. By delivering power and data over a single cable, they simplify installations for devices like IP cameras, wireless access points, VoIP phones, and industrial sensors. They exploit the spare pair wires in a standard network cable, saving…
Loose Wire on Containership Dali Leads to Blackouts and Contact with Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge
If you recall the accident that happened on March 26, 2024, where a 900+ foot container ship, the Dali, collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, MD, killing six highway workers…After the NTSB investigated the ship, they found a situation that we feel you need to be made aware of! Since wire connections…
The Value of DIN Rail-Mounted Contactors in Control Panels
DIN rail-mounted contactors (starters) remain one of the most dependable ways to control motors, lighting loads, heating elements, and other high-current circuits inside an industrial panel. They’re compact, easy to wire, and designed for fast installation, making them a favorite among panel builders and OEMs. At American Electrical, Inc. (AEI) our DIN rail contactor offering…
Cable Shield Grounding Made Easy with AGRO Easyconnect
If you work with VFDs, servo motors, or industrial control panels, you know the pain of getting cable shields grounded properly. Too often it’s slow, messy, or inconsistent. AGRO’s Easyconnect cable grip fixes that. It lets you connect the cable shield directly to the cable grip, creating a clean, fast, ground connection in a few…
Smarter Signal Switching in Less Space: Klemsan’s 6mm Interface Relays
In today’s control panels, every millimeter counts. That’s why engineers are turning to Klemsan’s 6mm Interface Relays … one of the most compact relay solutions available for modern industrial systems, offered by American Electrical, Inc. (AEI). These slim, reliable relays are designed to help OEMs, panel builders, and automation engineers save valuable space along the…
The Base of Your Control System: American Electrical’s DIN Rail Offering
At American Electrical, Inc. (AEI), we know that every solid control panel starts with a solid foundation :: and that begins with DIN Rail. Our DIN Rail lineup includes standard slotted and solid rail styles in both steel and aluminum, Shallow (7.5mm) and Deep (15mm) styles, engineered for durability and precision in demanding industrial environments….
