CITEL Supports Industry Advancement Through Longstanding NEMA Participation

CITEL is proud to have contributed to the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) Surge Protective Devices (SPDs) Section for more than 15 years, participating in both Industry Development and Technical Committees. Through this longstanding involvement, CITEL has helped support industry collaboration, technical advancement and education to promote greater awareness and understanding of surge protection and its critical role in electrical system safety and reliability.

The NEMA SPD Section focuses on advancing the understanding, application and benefits of SPDs through several key initiatives, including:

  • Developing and standardizing specifications and installation guidance for surge protective devices

  • Educating users on surge causes, risks and protection benefits to encourage informed decisions regarding electrical system protection

  • Promoting safety and system reliability across industrial, commercial and residential applications

  • Collaborating with industry organizations, including the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), which develops the National Electrical Code (NEC), and the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI), to support broader electrical safety awareness and education

A key resource supporting these objectives is the NEMA Surge Protection Institute website, which provides educational information and industry resources related to surge protection. For 100 years, NEMA has advanced education and awareness among electrical professionals, specifiers, installers, facility managers and end users by making technical guidance and awareness materials accessible to a broad audience. CITEL congratulates NEMA on its centennial year and celebrates its "100 Years of Powering Progress."

Through our continued participation in NEMA’s SPD committees, CITEL remains committed to supporting industry collaboration, advancing surge protection knowledge and promoting awareness of the importance of protecting electrical systems and connected equipment from transient overvoltages.