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Stray voltage on the farm is an often misunderstood phenomenon

Stray voltage on the farm is an often misunderstood phenomenon

by support | Oct 25, 2020 | Harvest, On the Farm, Wiring

The term “stray voltage” or “tickle voltage” has been used during the last 50 years to describe the existence of voltage between two objects that should not, under normal circumstances, have any voltage difference between them. This phenomenon may develop on the...

Maintain proper clearance around grain bins

by support | Oct 25, 2020 | Grain Bin Safety, Harvest, On the Farm

During the last several years, more than two dozen deaths and serious injuries have occurred on Iowa farms, when grain augers have come in contact with overhead power lines. If you’re planning to locate a new grain bin (or move an existing one) at your farm, please...

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