Press Releases

Franklin, Wisconsin - MELTRIC Corporation announced the release of the DSN100, a new 100 A plug and receptacle. This new model is a Switch-Rated, 100 A, 600 VAC plug and receptacle fitted with DECONTACTOR™ technology for peak performance and user safety. MELTRIC’s DECONTACTOR™ Technology allows their Switch-Rated plugs and receptacles to be safely connected and disconnected under full load, up...

Franklin, Wisconsin - MELTRIC Corporation announced the release of RETTBOX® S, a new electromagnetic self-ejection plug and receptacle. The RETTBOX® S is a professional use, load-breaking, self-ejecting compact plug and receptacle designed to provide power to vehicles and onboard equipment requiring electricity. Features and benefits of RETTBOX® S include: 20-30 A ratings and voltage configurations ranging from 110 VAC...

Franklin, Wisconsin - MELTRIC Corporation is pleased to announce their exhibitor attendance at ASSP’s Professional Development Safety Conference + Exposition, booth 2022. The in-person conference will take place September 13-15 at the Austin Convention Center in Austin, TX. MELTRIC will be showcasing Switch-Rated plugs and receptacles. Features and benefits of Switch-Rated plugs and receptacles: Operators can safely make and break...

Franklin, Wisconsin - MELTRIC Corporation is pleased to announce their exhibitor attendance at this year’s FABTECH, booth B25072. The in-person conference will take place September 13-16 at McCormick Place in Chicago, IL. MELTRIC will be showcasing Switch-Rated plugs and receptacles ideal for welding and fabrication related applications. Features and benefits of Switch-Rated plugs and receptacles: Operators can safely make and...

Franklin, Wisconsin: MELTRIC Corporation is pleased to announce their exhibitor attendance at this year’s MINExpo International at booth 25341. The in-person conference will take place September 13-15 at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV. MELTRIC will be showcasing Switch-Rated and High Ampacity plugs and receptacles ideal for mining and aggregate related applications. Features and benefits of Switch-Rated...

Franklin, Wis. — MELTRIC Corporation is pleased to announce the addition of Jim Kenesie to its management team. As the company’s new Marketing Manager, Jim’s primary focus will be to lead efforts to communicate the advantages of MELTRIC’s unique and industry-leading line of Switch-Rated plugs and receptacles and other electrical connectors to users who can benefit from the solutions they...

Franklin, Wis. — MELTRIC Corporation, manufacturer of industrial plugs and receptacles, including a signature series of Switch-Rated devices, announces the launch of a new responsive website – meltric.com. The new website offers beautiful, enhanced graphics, detailed product and solutions information, and intuitive navigation. The responsive design makes the website easy-to-read and use on desktops, laptops, tablets, and phones, greatly improving...

Franklin, Wis. — The MELTRIC Full-Line Catalog is now available in print and PDF formats. The 2019 version features a new, fresh, cover design, the latest product updates, and the full collection of MELTRIC products, including Switch-Rated, multipin, high ampacity, hazardous location, and standard duty plugs and receptacles, power distribution and specialty products, and accessories. This year’s catalog includes the...

Franklin, Wis. — MELTRIC joins the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) in recognizing the month of May as Electrical Safety Month. ESFI sponsors National Electrical Safety Month each May to increase public awareness of the electrical hazards around us at work, home, school, and play. Workplace Injuries — Fast Facts Workplace electrical injuries happen in almost every sector of industry...

Franklin, Wis. — MELTRIC’s upgraded Zone 2 DS200 is the company’s latest addition to its expanded line of Hazardous Location plugs and receptacles. The enhanced DS200 is now rated for applications up to 600VAC and includes horsepower ratings from 40 to 100 hp, depending upon voltage. Also available is an upgraded 6-pilot configuration*. The DS200 hazardous location device is CSA...