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Galvan Threadless Couplings Now Available

For Copper and Galvanized Ground Rods

Galvan Electrical Products now offers a complete range of threadless ground rod couplings for copper-plated and galvanized ground rods. Copper rod couplings are available in sizes ½”, 5/8” and ¾” and made from bronze alloy.  Couplings for galvanized rods are made of coated steel and are available in sizes 5/8” and ¾”.  { more }

Tough Products, Tender Turkeys: Galvan's

Fall Butterball Promotion

HARRISBURG, N.C. -- For three months, Galvan Industries' long tradition of excellence in grounding and connectoring products was matched by another company tradition: free Butterball turkeys for customers during the holiday season! { more }

 

Galvan F-Series Full-Size Ground Rods Now CSA Listed

For Use In U.S. and Canada


Galvan Industries full-size F-Series hot-dip galvanized ground rods are now CSA listed for use in the US and Canada.  Available in full 5/8”, 3/4” and 1” diameters, the new rods are clearly marked with the CSA symbol, the manufacturer’s identification and the appropriate part number.   { more }

Galvan Industries’ New Ninth Edition 2009 Catalog Features Ground Rods,

Clamps and Connectors

HARRISBURG, N.C. -- Galvan Industries’ new 76-page electrical products catalog is now available for online download at www.galvanelectrical.com.  Printed copies are also available on request from the company’s web site or from its nationwide network of representatives and distributors. { more }

 

Galvan Introduces CSA-Listed Stainless Steel Ground Rods For Use In U.S. and Canada


Galvan Industries, Inc. has announced the availability of CSA-listed stainless steel ground rods in 5/8”, 3/4” and 1” diameter. The new rods are clearly marked with the CSA symbol, the Galvan name and the appropriate part number. Marking is an important safety factor where ground rods are concerned.  The listing mark visible on the drive end proves that the rod was manufactured to code.  { more }


 

New Galvan G-5 Clamp UL-Listed For Ground Rods And Rebar

HARRISBURG, N.C. -- Galvan Industries’ unique new G-5 ground rod clamps are listed for ½-inch and 5/8-inch copper plated and galvanized ground rods, as well as #4 (1/2-inch) rebar. They are also approved for direct burial in soil and concrete.  { more }

 

Galvan's Commitment To Environmental Stewardship Shows In Its "Green" Manufacturing Expertise

HARRISBURG, N.C.-- At Galvan Industries, the efficient manufacturing of grounding rods and accessory products for telecom, construction and utility applications goes hand in hand with a commitment to processes that promote sustainability and reflect environmental stewardship.

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GType GTC Tower Ground Clamps in 1/4- and 1/2-inch channel thicknesses are available now from Galvan Industries.

HARRISBURG, N.C.-- The rugged tower ground clamps are made from a high-strength and corrosion-resistant aluminum alloy. { more }



Galvan Industries Marks 50th Anniversary With Expansion At North Carolina Location

HARRISBURG, N.C.-- Galvan Industries is celebrating 50 years of successful business in 2008 by expanding and nearly doubling its facility in this Charlotte suburb. In the last year, Galvan acquired an additional 10 acres of land with 40,000 square feet of manufacturing space. {more }



Galvan Hammer-On Ground Clamps: An Easier, Lower Cost, More Secure Grounding Connection

HARRISBURG, N.C. -- Now there's a lower cost, easier-to-install and more tamper-resistant way for utility crews to secure their grounding conductor connections to rod electrodes.

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Two Types Of Parallel Groove Clamps Are Now Available From Galvan

HARRISBURG, N.C. -- Galvan Industries is now offering utility customers two popular types of its high-strength parallel groove clamps with prefilled oxide inhibitor. { more }




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Galvan Industries, Inc.
Electrical Products Division, LLC • PO Box 369 • 7320 Millbrook Rd
Harrisburg, North Carolina 28075 • 704.455.5102 • Fax: 704.455.5215
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