In This Issue: Pendants, the best Motion Sensors, Wesworth Baby & 7DayPoles.com
The E-Zine from Wesworth Electric – Sept 2007
THIS MONTH'S NEWS
OVERSTOCK
Pendants for Pennies
60”
vase or base style mini pendants for $40
ea plus installation.
Finally, an affordable line of pendants, ideal for the kitchen, is available. Create a sense of excitement with the help of Wesworth.
High
Quality Motion Sensors
You've tried the ones at the do-it-yourself retailers, now install the ones that really work. $84 plus installation. Learn More
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TECH NOTES
Previous Tech Notes: Mini Transients || Arc-Faults – The Source of Home Fires || Non Electric Disposal Switches || Low Voltage Dimmers || InstaHot Tankless Water Heaters || FPE Breaker Damage
SPECIAL OFFERS
This month we play Realtor and used car dealer
Corrosion – An Electrical Menace
In South Florida, corrosion is a major problem. Fixtures, meter boxes, control cabinets, wiring, pumps and poles are very susceptible to this destructive force.
There are two types of corrosion, Oxidation and Electrolytic.
Oxidation corrosion occurs when little chemical receptors inherent in metals bind with oxygen in the air. This reaction creates heat and an oxide film. We see this film as 'rust.' The problem is that this new 'film' is larger than the refined metal which leads to the bubbles or cracks in the metal's coating. Over time this expansion and contraction changes the metal's properties and strength. We try to mitigate this process with primers, sealants and paints, but oxygen and metals are determined lovers and find a way to be together. Salts, sunlight, and friction often help oxygen to find its way to the metal.
The other type is Electrolytic. This is when two types of metals interact and erode. Customers that have their meters or services replaced, can usually blame this type of corrosion. Aluminum wire combining with copper, zinc or other metals causes 'pitting' and eventual failure.
Nothing can prevent this processes, but you can take steps to mitigate the problems.
1) Realize the danger. Exterior electrical components really need to be changed out after 15 years. Don't wait until they collapse and disintegrate!
2) Inspect your exterior electrical boxes. These enclosures are made to protect you and your wiring. They can't protect you, if they are corroded.
3) Buy fiberglass enclosures, fixtures and poles. Fiberglass is not metal, therefore it can't corrode. Wesworth always has fiberglass alternatives for your needs.
Move in next to Wesworth: Get a great location and the fastest electrical service around. 1800 Sq ft warehouse and gated parking.
FOR
SALE
Not an effective service truck: If it came with a ladder rack, we would keep it. Learn more about this perfect 2004 Lexus SC430 for $42,000. Or call for details.
Congratulations
Rosie! We are overjoyed that our service manager gave birth to
Aolani Kani Perez on Monday September 18. Rosie will be off for
several months enjoying her first born.
SERVICE OF THE MONTH
ABOUT WESWORTH
Established in 1981, Wesworth Electric has provided quality electrical service and maintenance for hundreds of customers in South Florida.
Pompano...954.545.8171 Boca...561279.2929 Boynton...561.374.9500
Wesworth is proud to be part of the launch of 7DayPoles.com. This new service strives to serve the South Florida community with poles and fixtures through a network of manufacturers in 7days or less.
The site is still growing, but should be live in October.