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Wireless EV Charging at Oak Ridge National Laboratory In a slew of recent articles, MELTRIC was spotted being used as part of a groundbreaking wireless EV charging study at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). MELTRIC® Plugs & Receptacles Featured in Image of ORNL Wireless EV Charging Project The project is a collaboration between Volkswagen Group of America and ORNL using...

Recently, MELTRIC devices were featured in imagery included with a Port of Montreal announcement that the Juno Marie was connected to electric shore power. Man Using a MELTRIC Plug and Receptacle for Shore Power The Port of Montreal made significant strides in maritime operations through an extensive shore power electrification program, setting new standards for sustainable port practices. This comprehensive...

In a significant advancement of its electrification initiative, the Port of Montreal has successfully completed a specialized installation for the Juno Marie, a vessel critical to the port's daily operations. This latest shore power connection, inaugurated on January 26, 2024, represents a strategic expansion of the port's sustainable infrastructure network. Specialized MELTRIC Solution The new shore power system, installed in...

In a recent WISN News Segment, MELTRIC appeared in the facility of the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Fish Hatchery in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. Kettle Moraine Fish Hatchery Supports the Fish Populations of the Great Lakes The Kettle Moraine Springs Hatchery raises hundreds of thousands of salmon and trout each year, ensuring that one of the Great Lakes, Lake Michigan...

Venado super computer at TA-3 on March 27, 2024 in Los Alamos, NM. MELTRIC is proud to announce that its advanced plugs and receptacles are now being utilized at the Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) for its groundbreaking Venado project. This collaboration highlights MELTRIC's commitment to providing reliable and high-performance solutions for critical scientific and technological advancements. Visible MELTRIC Connection...

Kelsey Johannsen working on electrical connections. Image features a MELTRIC receptacle in the background. (Spectrum News 1/Nathan Phelps) The Northeast Wisconsin Technical College's (NWTC) North Coast Marine Manufacturing Training Center continues to be a cornerstone of the Great Lakes region's shipbuilding industry. The program boasts a proven track record of equipping students with the skills needed to excel in the...

HII Constructs Virginia-class Submarine Arkansas (SSN 800) Image courtesy of HII, photographed by Ashley Cowan/HII Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) plays a pivotal role in advancing U.S. national security, particularly through the construction of the Virginia-class submarine Arkansas (SSN 800). HII's Newport News Shipbuilding division recently achieved a significant milestone by making Arkansas "pressure hull complete," representing a watertight unit's assembly...

In the fall of 2022 Lafayette College in Easton, PA worked with MELTRIC and the Ford Motor Company to develop a charging system for an electric plane. The plane successfully flew from Connecticut to Lafayette College and was the first ever electric plane to fly over a sanctioned sporting game. The electric plane used a Ford 150 Lightning with a...

Find MELTRIC in the on wme.com and in their March 2023 WOMP Newsletter. MELTRIC Switch-Rated Plugs and Receptacles. Rugged, Reliable and safe connections in your mining and aggregate facilities. Where can MELTIC be used within your facility?• Conveyor Systems• Power Supply to Heavy Duty Machinery• Pump Power Supply• High HP Motor Connections• Power Distribution• Control Wire Connections• Motor Control Center...

Electrical hazards are one of the top five major causes of fatality in surface and underground mining. (1) This can occur from exposed wiring and cables in wet / damp climates, dust and gases generating fires or explosions, inadequate lockout / tagout, system failure components, arc flash, etc. (2) While there isn’t one perfect solution to minimize these fatal risks...