Year In Review: Top 10 Articles of 2025
It was an exciting year of bringing you new types of content and continuing to be your resource for electrical industry tips, tricks and news. We covered everything from smart manufacturing and robotics to wire pulling tips to creating a winning workplace culture. Check out our list of top 10 blog posts from 2025 to see what people found most valuable, and stay tuned for more in 2026!
1. Van Meter Named a 2025 Top Workplaces USA Company
Van Meter is proud to be named a 2025 Top Workplaces USA company! This national recognition celebrates our employee-owned culture and commitment to creating an exceptional place to work. Explore what makes Van Meter stand out and why this honor matters. Read more »
2. Five Reasons to Upgrade To The Powerflex 755TS Smart VFD
Upgrading to the PowerFlex 755TS Smart VFD can transform your operations with advanced motor control, predictive maintenance, and energy savings. Learn five key reasons why this next-generation drive is the smart choice for improving performance and reducing downtime. Read more »
3. What We've Learned in 20 Years of Being 100% Employee-Owned
Celebrating 20 years as a 100% employee‑owned company, this article shares five key takeaways - from rare ESOP status and magical team culture to enhanced retirement opportunities and community-driven partnerships. Discover why ownership matters and how it shapes Van Meter’s future. Read more »
4. On the Job: Contractor Maximizes Efficiency with Wire Pulling Solutions
Knobelsdorff Electric cut installation time in half by partnering with Van Meter to deploy Southwire tools, factory-installed pulling heads, and on-site pre-planning. Learn how these wire pulling solutions improve safety, efficiency, and manpower utilization for heavy-duty cable projects. Read more »
5. Everything You Need to Know About FactoryTalk Optix
FactoryTalk Optix is Rockwell Automation’s next-generation visualization platform, designed to simplify HMI development and improve flexibility. Learn how this modern solution helps you build scalable, secure applications faster and adapt to changing production needs. Read more »
6. Adapt to Ever-Changing Needs With Field Selectable Lighting Solutions
Field-selectable lighting gives contractors flexibility to adjust color temperature and wattage on-site, reducing inventory challenges and simplifying installation. Learn how these versatile fixtures can save time, cut costs, and meet changing project requirements. Read more »
7. 9 Ways To Simplify Lighting Projects with Project Coordinators
Managing complex lighting projects can be challenging, but project coordinators make it easier. Discover nine practical ways they help streamline planning, reduce delays, and keep your job on schedule and within budget. Read more »
8. Pound For Pound, Southwire’s SIMpull Reel Delivers
The right wire pulling tools can save time, reduce strain, and improve safety on the job. Explore essential solutions - from pullers and grips to advanced accessories—that help contractors tackle tough pulls efficiently and keep projects moving. Read more »
9. How To Set Up A beRobox Robotic Palletizer In 5 Minutes Or Less
Setting up a beRobox robotic palletizer doesn’t have to be complicated. In this guide, you’ll learn how to get your system up and running in five minutes or less—saving time, reducing labor, and improving efficiency on your packaging line. Read more »
10. How to get your Data Transfer Unit (DTU) Online
Getting your Data Transfer Unit (DTU) online is easier than you think. In this guide, you’ll learn how to connect your Hoymiles DTU using the S‑Miles Installer app - so you can start monitoring your solar system in minutes, streamline setup, and keep performance data at your fingertips. Read more »