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08.13.26

Choosing the Right Enclosure Material

A product’s material matters is an important part of the design process. An enclosure may look like a simple component of an electrical system, but the material it’s made from plays a major role in how well it protects the equipment inside. Factors such as moisture in the air, corrosion, chemicals, temperature, location, and even

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07.24.26

How Choosing The Right Industrial Product Saves You Time And Money

Not every enclosure is designed for the same environment. Some applications require minimal protection from elements such as dust and accidental contact, while others need to withstand harsher environments with constant moisture in the air, corrosive chemicals, or pressurized washdowns. That’s where industrial products come in. At EPI, our industrial products are engineered to withstand

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07.16.26

CE Classes

At EPI, we are dedicated to educating the industry and helping distributors gain a deeper understanding of NEMA standards and product applications. As a part of this commitment, we’re excited to offer CE classes. These classes will cover NEMA 1, 3R, 12, 4 & 4X and bussed secondary products, providing valuable insights to enhance your expertise.

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06.03.26

Utility Requirements: Compliance & Capacity in Secondary Bussed Products 

In Texas, there are more than 200 electric utility companies, each with their own specifications and requirements. At EPI, understanding each utility’s needs is part of what we do. By working closely with utility companies across Texas for decades, we’ve developed strong relationships and a deeper understanding of the unique standards each utility requires. In

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04.23.26

Built for Tough Environments: EPI’s Industrial Products

Industrial products are built for some of the harshest environments such as those exposed to moisture, dust, chemicals, extreme temperatures, and corrosion. At EPI, our industrial products include NEMA 4, NEMA 4X, and NEMA 12 enclosures and wireways. Industrial products represent only a portion of what we manufacture, and we approach every industrial project with

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03.11.26

Engineering Services that Power Life

Our engineering department works closely with distributors, contractors, utilities, and engineers across the country to support complex projects. From product selection to site-specific customizations, we drive solutions that keep projects on time and on budget. OUR SERVICES SAMPLE PROJECTS

02.27.26

Engineering Expertise in Action: Supporting ICU Medical

At EPI, we power life in more ways than one. From schools and shopping centers to grocery stores, restaurants, and medical facilities, our solutions support the infrastructure behind the spaces people rely on every day. January 2025, our distributor partner, Lonestar Electric Supply – Austin, contacted us to engineer a custom solution for Rosendin Electric

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02.26.26

Powering a San Antonio Staple: Engineering Support for Bill Miller Bar-B-Q Headquarters

When you think of barbecue, you probably aren’t thinking of infrastructure. But behind every commercial kitchen, every commercial dining room, and every headquarters facility is a reliable electrical system making it all possible. At EPI, we help power the places that communities know and love, and often so seamlessly that it goes unnoticed. A couple

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02.03.26

Why Distributors Choose EPI As Their Manufacturing Partner

For nearly 60 years, EPI has been a trusted leader in the electrical manufacturing industry. That reputation wasn’t built overnight, and it certainly wasn’t built by accident. It’s the result of decades of hands-on experience, millions of high-quality products delivered, relentless dedication, and strong partnerships across the industry. Distributors don’t choose EPI simply because we’ve

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01.28.26

Engineering Excellence: What It Means To Us

Here at EPI, engineering isn’t just a support function — it’s the foundation of everything we do. For more than 50 years, our engineering department has helped shape every project that leaves our facility.  A Legacy Built on Engineering While EPI was founded in 1967, the engineering department was created in 1974 when Mr. Rudi

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