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Diversified industrial manufacturer Eaton Corp. said Friday it will give $100,000 to the American Red Cross International Disaster Relief Fund in response to the earthquake that hit Haiti on Tuesday.

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With long life and high energy efficiency, LED is the new buzzword when customers are looking to upgrade to efficient lighting. While not a viable option in the past, the efficiency and cost of LED fixtures are now reaching more acceptable levels. From wall washers to accent lighting in stores and restaurants, LEDs are making their way into mainstream applications. Utilities and government agencies have noticed this trend and they are starting to provide rebates for LED products. http://www.briteswitch.com/newsletter/Sept09-1.html

Palatine, Ill.-based Square D® … announced July 31 that it has filed suit against Gaffney-Kroese Supply Corp. in the U.S. District Court of Chicago, alleging that the wholesale electrical equipment distributor has knowingly sold counterfeit Square D circuit breakers and has infringed the Square D trademarks in violation of federal law.

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In Gudda, a village with very little, residents are literally beaming. Just two years ago, villagers had never seen light after dark, unless it came from the moon. Then, solar light arrived and changed everything.

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Market for salvaged metal fuels odd thefts.

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