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| SEP 21, 2007 |
New Manual Transfer Panel for Generators with GFI Outlets
Reliance Controls Corporation announces the Panel/Link® X Series of manual
transfer panels. The X Series is engineered specifically for use with portable
generators equipped with ground fault protection and for applications requiring a
separately derived system.
The X Series features a unique sequential neutral-switching mechanism that will open the two hot legs before opening the neutral leg. It will then close the neutral leg before it closes the two hot legs. This ensures that sensitive 120V electronics and inductive AC motors are not subjected to damaging 240V current resulting from a possible momentary loss of the neutral during switching. There are over 30 X Series models available to accommodate 8 to 36 branch circuits. All are UL listed and suitable for use under article 702 of the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA70. The Panel/Link X Series is available at over 3000 electrical distributor locations throughout the U.S. and Canada. U.S. and foreign patents pending. X Series InstructionsX Series Specifications X Series Label |
| JUL 31, 2007 |
New Dual-Input Manual Transfer Switch for Traffic Signals
Reliance Controls Corporation has introduced the Pro/Tran® Signa 2 Series
traffic signal transfer switches. The Signa 2 features two 120V generator inlets
that will allow either a 15A or 30A generator outlet to power the traffic signal in a
power outage. The patent-pending design insures that the inlets are isolated so
that one inlet is not live when the other is powered. The Signa 2 allows
greater flexibility in the selection of the generator used to power the intersection.
Constructed of rugged .060 stainless steel, the Signa 2 Series is available in several models for 15/30A, 125VAC generator output. Options include utility power return indicator light, over-current protection and neutral switching capability. The Signa II Series features the exclusive Reliance 7801 transfer- rated toggle switch which allows switching back to utility power in less than 250 milliseconds, eliminating the necessity of resetting the traffic signals. Reliance Controls Corporation was awarded the first patent for a traffic signal transfer switch in September of 2000. Today Reliance manufactures over 100 traffic signal transfer switch models in three different outdoor enclosures. Reliance also offers custom transfer switch design, engineering and testing services. View Signa 2 Series in closed positionView Signa 2 Series in open position |
| JUL 27, 2007 |
Reliance Announces Test Lab Opening
Reliance Controls Corporation announces the completion of a new high-current
test laboratory at the corporate headquarters in Racine, Wisconsin. The new
facility is capable of delivering up to 10,000 amperes at 125/250 VAC, or 2.5
megawatts. The laboratory includes a custom-built, 1400 cubic foot blast
chamber, a multi-channel high speed data acquisition control system and high
speed video imaging. The facility will permit Reliance to test to several ANSI
standards including UL98, UL489, UL508, UL891, UL1008, UL1054, UL1077 and
others. According to Reliance’s Director of Engineering, Neil Czarnecki, “This
will allow us to conduct UL certification tests in our own facility which will take
several months off our time-to-market for new products.”
The Reliance testing laboratory is also available to other manufacturers for pre- testing electrical products to UL and ANSI standards. For more information contact Neil Czarnecki at 1-800-634-6155. Reliance Laboratories Testing Services Bulletin |
| JUN 29, 2007 |
New Transfer Panels Permit Access to all Residential Circuits from an Automatic Standby System
Reliance Controls Corporation has introduced the SelecTranTM Series of home standby generator expansion
panels. The SelecTran Series is intended for use with a new or existing residential automatic standby
system. SelecTran is designed to overcome the major limitation of automatic systems, which is that they can
power only a limited number of circuits in accordance with the National Electrical Code. Even if the homeowner is
present, non-emergency circuits in the main panel such as the garage door opener or dishwasher are unavailable.
SelecTran makes any circuit in the load center available to be manually switched to the standby generator while
maintaining code compliance.
When power fails, the automatic transfer switch system detects the loss of utility power, starts the generator, and automatically switches the emergency circuits over to the generator. Now, the generator powers only the circuits in the transfer switch or emergency subpanel. None of the circuits in the load center are powered. The SelecTran allows a double-pole breaker from the emergency subpanel, or transfer switch, to safely back- feed a double-pole breaker in the SelecTran panel making generator power available to all branch circuits. The back-fed breaker in the SelecTran is interlinked with the circuit breaker that feeds the automatic transfer switch so that both circuit breakers cannot be ON at the same time. This prevents the standby system from sensing its own power. A second linkage, to the main circuit breaker, will not allow the back-fed breaker from the standby system to turn ON unless the main breaker is in the OFF position, protecting the utility from being back- fed by the standby system. Reliance SelecTran home standby generator expansion panels are suitable for service-entrance and available in 24 UL-listed models at over 3000 electrical distributor locations in the U.S. and Canada. U.S. and foreign patents pending.Download SelecTran Brochure Download SelecTran Sample Installation Instructions Download SelecTran Sequence Specifications |
| JAN 6, 2007 |
Low-cost 200A Generator-ready Load Center
Reliance Controls Corporation has expanded its Panel/Link® line of 200A generator-ready load centers to include the economy-priced TTR Series. The TTR is available
with or without watt meters in indoor and outdoor versions, adding 14 models to the Panel/Link product line. All models feature a 200A main breaker and provision for 28/38
branch circuit breakers. It is the ability of the TTR to utilize tandem, or duplex, circuit breakers that contribute to the cost savings over the Panel/Link TTV Series which
features 38 full-size branch circuit breaker spaces. Generator breakers are available from 30A to 125A.
Like all Panel/Link generator-ready models, the TTR Series features the heavy-duty Reliance interlock system. All TTR models are UL Listed and include two installed 20A branch circuit breakers, in addition to the main and generator circuit breakers. Reliance Panel/Link generator-ready load centers are available at over 3000 electrical distributor locations in the U.S. and Canada. |
| DEC 22, 2006 |
Full-Featured Compact Transfer Panel
Reliance Controls Corporation has expanded its compact Panel/Link® TRB Series of
manual transfer panels to include models with watt meters and/or power inlets. This capability adds 18 models to the TRB product offering and will accommodate portable
generators to 12,500 running watts. The Panel/Link TRB is service entrance rated for up to 125A and can be used as a main panel or sub-panel. There are accommodations
for 4/8 branch circuit breakers.
Like all TRB models, the line additions feature a protective steel door with latch, and a tamper-resistant interlock. All models are UL Listed for use with most one-inch interchangeable branch circuit breakers. Panel/Link manual transfer panels are available at over 3000 electrical distributor locations throughout North America. |
| NOV 19, 2006 |
New Digital Circuit Breaker Locator
Reliance Controls Corporation has introduced the Circuit SnooperTM, a digital microprocessor-based
circuit breaker locator. The Circuit SnooperTM identifies 90-280 VAC breakers and fuses powering home
electrical circuits with digital accuracy.
Simply plug the Circuit SnooperTM transmitter into the live outlet of the circuit you need to identify. This will illuminate the red LED on the transmitter. Use the receiver to scan the circuit breakers in the load center. When the correct circuit breaker is located, the Circuit SnooperTM receiver will “beep” and a green arrow will flash. The Circuit SnooperTM utilizes patented diagnostic algorithm firmware that is capable of distinguishing between the minute difference of EFI interference and the signal emitted from the transmitter. This algorithm consistently locks-in immediately on the correct circuit breaker. The Circuit SnooperTM is UL listed and features ergonomic, high-impact construction. The receiver requires a 9V battery, not included. Designated as the THP110, the Circuit SnooperTM is part of The Home Protectors® product offering and and is available at select retail stores and electrical wholesalers nationwide. The Circuit SnooperTM is ideal for use when setting up residential standby power systems. |
| AUG 23, 2006 |
Power Failure Alarm and Safety Light
Reliance Controls Corporation has introduced the PowerOUT!TM, a plug-in power failure alarm
with built-in safety light & flashlight. Simply plug the PowerOUT! into any 120V outlet or power
strip. When the power fails, the PowerOUT! emits a pulsing 86dB alarm, about as loud as a
conventional alarm clock. At the Same time, the PowerOUT! illuminates three built-in, ultra-
bright LEDs to provide safety lighting. The PowerOUT! can be removed from the outlet and the
three-position switch set to “LIGHT” position, silencing the alarm, and the ultra-bright LEDs will
provide up to eight hours of portable lighting.
Designated as the THP207, the PowerOUT! is part of The Home Protectors® product offering and will be available at retail stores and select electrical wholesalers nationwide. The PowerOUT! is CSA certified and ideal for homes with standby generating systems or any home where a nighttime power outage can cause a problem. |
| FEB 3, 2006 |
Power Monitoring System
Reliance Controls Corporation has introduced the PhoneAlertTM home and business monitoring
system. In the event of a power outage, temperature drop or flood condition, the PhoneAlertTM
will call up to three installer-selected phone numbers anywhere in North America, and identify
the specific problem. The new PhoneAlertTM is ideal for notifying an absentee homeowner, or
business owner, when his automatic standby system has failed to activate in a power outage.
The PhoneAlertTM is part of the Reliance Controls’ Home ProtectorsTM product line. Additional information, and an instructional video, may be found at www.home-protectors.com. PhoneAlertTM is available in two models, with flood sensor and without flood sensor, and takes only minutes to install. Programming is fast and easy. Both PhoneAlertTM models are FCC approved. |
| NOV 7, 2005 |
New Consumer Products Group
Reliance Controls Corporation has introduced THE HOME PROTECTORS® consumer
products group. The new product grouping consists of products engineered to facilitate
the installation of home standby systems and help protect against damage caused by
power failures.
Included in the new line are several unique products such as the AmWattTM, in-line appliance ammeter/wattmeter; Volt SnooperTM non-contact voltage detector; an early warning sump pump alarm/flood alert; two types of wireless flood/freeze warning systems; a low-cost, seven-function multi-meter and the WireworkerTM, a unique electrical panel tool designed for, among other things, stripping 12 and 10 gauge NM cable. While the initial offering consists of seven products, many new and unique products are scheduled to be added over the next 10 months. THE HOME PROTECTORS product line will be available at most US and Canadian retailers and select electrical distributors. THE HOME PROTECTORS product line may be viewed at www.home-protectors.com. Customer Service support is readily available at (800) 439-5745. |
| AUG 22, 2005 |
Non-Contact Voltage Detector
Reliance Controls Corporation has introduced the Volt SnooperTM, a high
performance non-contact voltage detector. The Volt Snooper features a
slide-clip ON/OFF switch and both visual and audible voltage detection
signals. The ON/OFF light also functions as low battery indicator. A Cat
III device, the Volt Snooper is rated for 50-1000VAC and 50-60Hz. One of
the unique features is that it uses common AAA batteries (included).
The Volt Snooper is listed by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. and includes tri-lingual instructions. It is economically priced and comes individually blister packed in ten-unit self-merchandising display carton. |
| JUN 16, 2005 |
Manual Transfer Switch For Traffic Signals
Reliance Controls Corporation has introduced the Pro/Tran® SignaTM Series line of
traffic signal transfer switches. These transfer switches permit a fast and easy
method of operating traffic signals with a portable generator in the event of a
power interruption. Constructed with rugged stainless steel NEMA 3R outdoor
enclosures, the Pro/Tran® SignaTM Series is available in a wide variety of
configurations up to 50A, 125VAC. Options include utility power return indicator
light and neutral switching capability. The SignaTM Series features the exclusive
Reliance 7801 transfer-rated toggle switch which allows switching back to the
utility in less than 250 milliseconds eliminating the necessity of resetting the
traffic signals.
All Pro/Tran SignaTM Series models are listed by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. and are suitable for use in accordance with article 702 of the National Electrical Code. Reliance Controls Corporation was awarded its first patent on a traffic signal transfer switch, the CSR Series, in September of 2000. The CSR, featuring a zinc plated, powder-coated enclosure with captive cord capability, remains in production. |
| MAY 23, 2005 |
Low-cost Load Tester
Reliance Controls Corporation has introduced the AmWatt®, a new hand-held
ammeter/wattmeter for measuring loads on cord-connected tools, appliances or lighting.
Simply plug the cord on the device to be measured into the receptacle on the back of
the AmWattTM and plug the 26” cord end on the AmWatt into a live outlet. A slide switch
on the side of the unit allows you to choose amps or watts to appear on the liquid crystal
display. The AmWatt will read up to 15A and 1875W and is listed by Underwriters
Laboratories Inc. While the AmWatt has many functions, it is ideal for use by installers
of standby generating systems.
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| FEB 6, 2005 |
New Portable Generator Transfer Switch For Heavy-duty Applications
Reliance Controls Corporation has introduced the Pro/Tran® “Q” Series manual
transfer switch for portable generators to 12.5kW. The new Q Series utilizes
conventional 1-inch interchangeable circuit breakers, to DP30A, in series with the
exclusive Reliance 7801 transfer-rated toggle switch. The Q Series is available
in three different six- and ten-circuit configurations for indoor installation. Factory
installed circuit breakers and analog watt meters, to monitor and balance
generator loads, are standard. An electronic LED bar graph meter, which will
display generator wattage and voltage, is optional. Like all Reliance Pro/Tran
transfer switches, the “Q” Series is completely prewired for fast installation. All
models are UL listed for most brands of interchangeable circuit breakers and can
be easily re-configured in the field for multiple double-pole circuits if needed.
The Pro/Tran “Q” Series is UL listed to UL Standard 1008 and is suitable for use
in accordance with article 702 of the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70.
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