FROM THE WORKSHOP

WORKSHOP: Put the spark into electrical connections

Kondinin Group's Josh Giumelli looks at a range of electrical connection methods.

Josh Giumelli

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Most farmers have experienced the frustration of a breakdown caused by a faulty electrical connection. With the complexity of modern machinery, it doesn't take much of a fault to bring thigs to a grinding halt. Wires separate from plugs, become pinched between moving parts, melt on hot areas or can even be chewed by rodents or birds. Whether you are modifying or repairing wiring, the ability to make a reliable electrical connection is paramount.

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