A portable power distribution unit (PDU), also referred to as power distribution centers, power distribution boxes, or spider box, supplies a safe and easy way to distribute electrical power to a remote or temporary location. They come equipped with several outlets so they can power multiple items at once. Certain PDUs only work in locations like data centers. Others, like those designed for portable or temporary use, work on job and worksites.
Ericson supplies temporary and portable distribution units that work well on jobsites. Ericson temporary power distribution centers and carts help supply electricity to portable tools and jobsite lighting. Use their PDUs in convention centers, general maintenance, industrial and commercial construction, stadiums, and more.
Ericson PDUs include the popular Oscar PDU. The Oscar includes NEMA 5-20 duplex receptacles. Some versions include a GFCI breaker while others use a non-GFCI breaker. They offer both indoor and outdoor versions. Their outdoor versions include NEMA 3R weather resistance. They offer the Ericson 1066 power distribution unit to provide dependable jobsite performance.
The Oscar offers other benefits including:
They also offer compact units. These compact units offer the following benefits:
Ericson also offers power distribution carts. These carts distribute temporary power while offering even easier portability. Find Ericson’s Big-E Jr. series of 60–200 amp carts. These options feature NEMA 3R in-use and feature 1 and 3 phase options.
Ericson offers a selection of two-wheel and four-wheel transformer carts. These easy to move carts feature a narrow frame that can fit through a standard 36-inch doorway.
Their e-Cart series offers a NEMA 3R load center with GFCI technology and a NEMA 3R fused primary disconnect, both sized to the transformer. Their e-Cart Jr. series offers models ranging from 15-45kVA. They offer NEMA 3R in-use including the main disconnect switch and a combo load center with GFCI circuit protection.