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November 16, 2021
Fiberglass Phenolic Electrical Conduit Offers a Safe Solution in Toronto Transit Tunnels
October 21, 2021
Above-ground Fiber Optic Cable Installation: A Cost-Effective Alternative to Boring
Considering boring for a fiber optic cable installation? Learn how running fiberglass (RTRC) conduit across a bridge can provide a faster and cost-effective alternative.
September 24, 2021
PVC Blogs Get Traction on Google
Recently, our Champion Fiberglass blogs have gained traction on Google. But what, specifically, does this mean for you, and how does it impact your business as a rep? As you know, Champion Fiberglass places a premium on educating customers throughout their journey to buy fiberglass conduit. We do this because most customers research purchases on [...]
September 24, 2021
Buried Utilities: Electrical Conduit is an Important Part of Protecting Power and Transmission Lines from Wind and Fire
In case you had not noticed, there’s been a lot of utility infrastructure talk in the news this year. Whatever the prompts — windy weather events like hurricanes in Florida and Louisiana and wildfires in California, freezes in Texas and even electric vehicles — there is no doubt that the aging electrical grid needs updating [...]
August 17, 2021
2021 Electrical Conduit Trends in Data Center Construction
Digital infrastructure. Connectivity. The cloud. The fourth utility. Digital transformation. We’ve heard terms like these bantered about over the last year. WIth the pandemic increasing our reliance on the Internet for school and work, it is no wonder. About this, the report Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) - Global Market Trajectory & Analytics states, “The [...]
July 14, 2021
Understanding Epoxy Chemical Resistance
Learn how fiberglass conduit provides ultimate corrosion protection for harsh industrial environments thanks to epoxy chemical resistance.
June 17, 2021
Get Project Collaboration Tips and Resources in Our Guide to Electrical Conduit Technology Tools
Digital transformation is happening at a swift pace across most industries. And the electrical industry is no different. At Champion Fiberglass® we thrive on technology and innovation, from our 100 percent digital facility to the tools we provide customers. As an ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified company, we operate the most advanced manufacturing facility [...]
May 21, 2021
Why Engineers Should use Fiberglass Conduit Instead of PVC for Industrial/Commercial Applications
Industrial and commercial construction projects are wide and varying in scope. They demand a strong, low-maintenance, durable electrical conduit that is lightweight, versatile and easy to install. Industrial construction refers to industrial buildings, such as factories or warehouses, where products are made or stored. Examples include printing facilities, pulp and paper mills, food processing plants [...]
April 23, 2021
The PVC shortage continues
Learn how fiberglass conduit performs better than PVC conduit in construction projects and download the comparison chart.
March 18, 2021
Electrical Conduit System Comparison: Fiberglass vs. Steel
From metal to PVC to fiberglass (RTRC), the electrical conduit market is loaded with players. Each electrical conduit system has distinctive properties that play out depending on the situation. When selecting rigid conduit, project considerations such as application and installation type play a role in determining the best product for a job. Let’s take a [...]