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News Release
Contact:
Ralitza Arafin
636-527-1439
ralitza.arafin@cooperindustries.com
Cooper Bussmann Introduces Industry’s First
Modular Knifeblade Fuse Blocks
New Knifeblade Fuse Blocks Offer Application Flexibility and Enhanced Safety
ST. LOUIS, MO, June 01, 2012 – Cooper Bussmann, the industry leader in critical circuit protection,
power management and electrical safety, has developed an industry first with its new modular
knifeblade fuse blocks. Offering greater application flexibility and enhanced safety, the new Class R,
H(K) & J knifeblade fuse blocks feature an innovative snap-together design for easy assembly of
required poles at point of application and optional high-clarity finger-safe covers across the entire
product line. They are ideal for panel builders, processing and machinery plants, as well as HVAC and
critical power applications.
The all new knifeblade fuse blocks offer a set of advantages unmatched in the industry. In addition to
the snap-together one-pole versions, factory assembled two- and three-pole configurations are
available. Optional high-clarity, see-through, finger-safe covers feature test probe holes, making routine
maintenance safe, quick and easy. Wire terminations inspections or thermography measurements are
done without ever opening the cover. Built in standard barriers between poles further enhance safety.
“Our new knifeblade fuse blocks are an industry first, combining modularity and ease-of-use with highperformance and increased safety,” said Ivo Jurek, group president, Cooper Bussmann and Cooper
Power Systems. “This means our end-users can rely on Cooper Bussmann to introduce innovative
solutions for increased productivity and safety. Our knifeblade fuse blocks are just one more way
Cooper Bussmann delivers Protection Made Simple.”
In addition to modularity and safety, the new knifeblade fuse blocks also offer the industry’s best ratings.
Ahead of the competition, all fuse blocks meet UL creep and clearance requirements for Industrial
Circuits (UL 508, UL 845). Additionally, blocks rated 200A and above also meet the higher UL Industrial
Power Distribution Standards (UL 98, UL 67, UL 489, UL 891 and UL 869A).
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Additional benefits of choosing the new Cooper Bussmann knifeblade fuse blocks include a
lockout/tagout feature on the covers that improves safety, finger-safe wire entry cutout tabs for larger
wires, and an optional blown fuse indicator on the covers that speeds up troubleshooting.
To learn more about the new modular knifeblade fuse blocks from Cooper Bussmann, visit
www.cooperbussmann.com/KnifebladeFuseBlocks.
The Cooper Bussmann Customer Satisfaction team can assist regarding products and services at 636527-3877 or email busscustsat@cooperindustries.com. For application engineering assistance contact
636-527-1270 or email fusetech@cooperindustries.com.
Editor’s Note: For additional information, contact Ralitza Arafin at (636) 527-1439 or
ralitza.arafin@cooperindustries.com.
About Cooper Bussmann
Cooper Bussmann, the industry leader in critical circuit protection, power management and electrical
safety, is a subsidiary of Cooper Industries plc (NYSE: CBE), and is headquartered in St. Louis,
Missouri, USA. The company is committed to the development, manufacturing and marketing of
innovative circuit and power electronics protection as well as power management solutions for industrial,
electronics, alternative energy and high reliability markets. Industry-leading brands offered include:
Cooper Bussmann® circuit protection products; Coiltronics® magnetics; OMNEX Trusted Wireless®
systems;
and
Martek
power
management
solutions.
For
more
information,
visit
www.cooperbussmann.com.
About Cooper Industries
Cooper Industries plc (NYSE: CBE) is a global electrical products manufacturer with 2011 revenues of
$5.4 billion. Founded in 1833 Cooper's sustained success is attributable to a constant focus on
innovation and evolving business practices, while maintaining the highest ethical standards and
meeting customer needs. The Company has seven operating divisions with leading market positions
and world-class products and brands, including Bussmann electrical and electronic fuses; CrouseHinds and CEAG explosion-proof electrical equipment; Halo and Metalux lighting fixtures; and Kyle
and McGraw-Edison power systems products. With this broad range of products, Cooper is uniquely
positioned for several long-term growth trends including the global infrastructure build-out, the need to
improve the reliability and productivity of the electric grid, the demand for higher energy-efficient
products and the need for improved electrical safety. In 2011 sixty-two percent of total sales were to
customers in the industrial and utility end-markets and forty percent of total sales were to customers
outside the United States. Cooper has manufacturing facilities in 23 countries as of 2011. For more
information, visit the website at www.cooperindustries.com.
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