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October 20, 2023
Champion Fiberglass® Announces the Promotion of Matt Fredericks
Champion Fiberglass® is pleased to announce the promotion of Matt Fredericks to Director of North American Business Development.  In this new role, Matt will assist the VP of Sales & Marketing in developing high level relationships within the electrical and utility contractor/end-user markets, with the express purpose of increasing Champion
September 14, 2023
Buyer’s Guide Helps Teams Select The Best Industrial Electrical Conduit
Electrical conduit is a raceway used to house and protect electrical wires within a building or structure. There are many types of conduit – metallic, nonmetallic, rigid, flexible and PVC-coated – each with unique properties and use cases. Common applications include bridges, tunnels, subways, data centers, utilities, wastewater treatment centers
September 14, 2023
A Maestro in the Mechanical Rep Realm
Dedication, resilience, and deep industry knowledge – these are the hallmarks of a true champion in the world of mechanical and electrical engineering.
September 12, 2023
i-Pro Martin Navigates Rockies’ Next Electrical Frontier
At the crossroads of historic mergers and future-focused infrastructure, the Rockies' electrical manufacturing landscape is dynamically evolving.
September 12, 2023
Avoid Construction Delays and Liquidated Damages
In industrial construction, the efficiency and success of a project often hinge on seemingly small details—like the choice of electrical conduit. Traditional conduit materials, with their weight, sluggish installation and frequent lags in availability can become unexpected roadblocks, causing delays.  As industrial construction professionals know, this matters because construction is
August 16, 2023
Fiberglass vs GRC Elbows
When specifying electrical conduit there are a variety of metallic and non-metallic materials to choose from. GRC (or galvanized rigid steel conduit) and fiberglass conduit are two commonly used materials available today.  For many years steel was the material of choice for protecting cables and wires in industrial applications. Best
August 16, 2023
Schell Martin: Making Strides in LA and MS since 1965
Schell Martin is a rep agency with a rich history dating back to its establishment in 1965 when it was known as Schell Ranna, founded by Don Shell and Don Ranna as a manufacturer’s representative agency for engineered products. The firm is now headed by Craig Schell who assumed the
August 11, 2023
Champion Fiberglass® Welcomes New CEO Christopher Kissel
HOUSTON, TX – July 26, 2023 – Champion Fiberglass® is excited to announce that Christopher Kissel has joined the company as CEO. Kissel brings a wealth of experience in the oil and gas and natural resources sectors, along with experience as a field engineer with ExxonMobil, and as an investment
July 19, 2023
Building Success in Hawaii’s Electrical Market
Pacific Rim Connections, a  manufacturer’s rep agency based in Hawaii, has been making waves in the electrical industry for thirty years with its unyielding commitment to teamwork, education and customer satisfaction. Led by Principal Norm Nakano, the agency has carved a niche in Hawaii, Guam and the Pacific Rim territories