Do you know what to get your favorite electrician this holiday season? Whether you are writing to Santa, shopping for a loved one or treating yourself, we want to make it simple for you. So, we’ve made a list. We’ve checked it twice. We’ve verified these products are nice. Tell us about your favorite electrician, and we’ll give you the perfect gift idea you can find at Van Meter.

Van Meter is again sparking the future of the electrical industry with its Spark Your Success Scholarship. The $2,000 scholarship supports up to five individuals who have completed a high school degree or GED and are pursuing a field related to the electrical trades.

As an electrical contractor or electrician, your “office” is never the same – and that’s part of the fun! No two jobsites are alike, so neither is the temporary lighting that will best illuminate your workspace. Compare the pros and cons of different types of temporary lights, and use our selection tool to choose the best temp light option for your next project.

Van Meter Inc. was named the 2024 Distributor of the Year and awarded the Bradley Cup during Rockwell Automation’s “Make it Matter” Automation Fair in Anaheim, CA, on Tuesday, November 19.

Getting started on the cybersecurity journey involves asking some hard questions and being the aggressor and learning as much as possible about its strengths and especially its weaknesses.

Do you know which technologies manufacturers are investing in right now to gain a competitive edge? Autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) are one of the top investment areas for manufacturers according to Rockwell Automation’s 9th Annual State of Smart Manufacturing Report. Do you know why manufacturers are investing in autonomous mobile robots and whether you could benefit from implementing AMRs? To find out, see if you recognize these signs of when you should consider investing in autonomous mobile robots.

Many steps are involved when installing solar: assessing the site, obtaining permits, choosing the right panels and inverters and properly mounting and wiring the system. It‘s also crucial that the system is designed to match your energy use, complies with local regulations and functions the way the installer intends to prevent damage to the system. All of that is achieved through defining the proper grid profile.

Van Meter announced that effective today they are the newly authorized Rockwell Automation distributor in the greater Duluth-Twin Ports, Minnesota market, which extends into northeastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin. Mielke Electric Works, Inc. was the previously authorized distributor.

Looking for that perfect candidate to fill your vacant position? Well, you might be looking for a while. Just a couple years ago, workers across the country were quitting their jobs in record numbers in what has been called the “Great Resignation.” Now, as fewer workers are voluntarily leaving their roles and unemployment remains low, how do you find people who will elevate your business?