In Memoriam — Peter “Pete” Sherman

NETA World StaffNETA News, Spring 2023 NETA News

March 26, 1939 – September 24, 2022 One person can make a difference, and everyone should try. William Barclay said, “There are two great days in a person’s life — the day we are born and the day we discover why.” On March 26, 1939, Peter Alan “Pete” Sherman was born, and it was a great day. Bigger than life …

PowerTest 2023 Product Showcase

NETA World StaffNETA News, Spring 2023 NETA News

AMBLYONIX INDUSTRIAL INSTRUMENT www.amblyonix.com  The Model 800 HV Tester The Model 800 Wireless HV Phase Tester measures phase sequence and real-time phasing relationships on power lines up to 110 kV using Bluetooth to communicate with the hand-held interface to provide measured values as well as audible indications. A brightly back-lit display indicates phasing, phase angle, frequency, and vector diagrams instantaneously …

NAMO Visits Promote NETA Certification in the Military 

NETA World StaffNETA News, Spring 2023 NETA News

NETA Approved Military Organization (NAMO) is a membership classification designed to serve military organizations whose missions align with NETA’s mission. Military personnel are provided with a qualification framework and a professional development path to obtain certification in accordance with nationally recognized industry standards.   NETA’s NAMO Advisory Committee members, along with support from NETA staff, perform face-to-face visits with companies in the …

NETA Welcomes New Accredited Company — Electro Test

NETA World StaffNETA News, Winter 2022 NETA News

Electro Test LLC was founded in 2018 when Brad Helminen decided there were enough opportunities and an open market for NETA testing in Oahu and the surrounding Hawaiian Islands. Younger brother Jared decided he would also try his hand at running a business, and he and his family followed Brad to the North Shore of Oahu to start the new …

NETA Activities Update

NETA World StaffWinter 2022 NETA News, NETA News

NAMO COMMITTEE — U.S. ARMY PRIME POWER SCHOOL GRADUATION August 25, 2022 Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri Dave Kreger, member of the NETA NAMO Committee, attended the Prime Power School graduation in August. While there, Dave handed out certificates to the graduates and facilitated discussions regarding the NETA NAMO Program. NETA BOARD AND MEMBER MEETINGS September 15–16, 2022 Louisville, Kentucky NETA’s …

NETA Welcomes ARM CAMCO as New NETA Accredited Company

NETA World StaffFall 2022 NETA News, NETA News

ARM CAMCO, LLC (CAMCO), an industry leader in the repair, testing, and field servicing of electrical system components, is pleased to have achieved NETA certification.     NETA maintains a comprehensive accreditation process that certifies companies as well as individual technicians to assure consumers of the qualifications of the company as well as the credentials of the individual technician. NETA …

Outstanding Achievement Award: Ken Bassett, Potomac Testing

NETA World StaffNETA News, Summer 2022 NETA News

In NETA circles, Ken Bassett winning his third Outstanding Achievement Award is business as usual. The Washington Commanders fan with a sense of adventure was honored again for the third time at PowerTest 2022. A family-focused individual whose company includes many of his family members, his influence in NETA is far-reaching. “Ken is and has been one of the most …

Alliance Recognition Award Honoree Known for Expertise and Training

NETA World StaffNETA News, Summer 2022 NETA News

If the name Drew Welton sounds familiar, it’s most likely because his technical presentations, including those at PowerTest, are some of the most well-regarded and well-attended. That accolade combined with his renown for knowledge of substation maintenance testing made him the obvious choice for this year’s Alliance Recognition Award. The award honors an individual who has been a dedicated supporter …

PowerTest 2022 Generates Powerful Connections for the Future

NETA World StaffNETA News, Summer 2022 NETA News

Focused on generating powerful connections for the future, NETA’s PowerTest Conference returned on February 28–March 4, 2022, with more all-new content, attendee options, and networking opportunities than ever. The PowerTest Conference is the premier electrical maintenance and safety conference. It is the largest annual gathering of NETA Accredited Company representatives and industry professionals and is supported by companies committed to …

NETA Welcomes CFM Services as NETA Accredited Company

NETA World StaffNETA News, Summer 2022 NETA News

CFM Services, Inc. is an electrotechnical and engineering service firm formed by Christian Comtois, Stéphane Forgues, and Frédéric Morin to offer quality services at competitive prices. The young and dynamic company specializes in electrical services and electrical power. CFM offers maintenance services, testing, installation, repair and engineering in the areas of production, processing and distribution of low-, medium- and high-voltage …