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Dave Kreger is Director of Business Optimization at Premier Power Maintenance, and a PEARL Board of Director. Premier Power Maintenance excels in high voltage electrical testing, apparatus testing, protection and control system commissioning, and maintenance services. Their extensive experience ensures your project requirements are met with precision and reliability.

Electrical equipment failure drives significant claim costs through downtime and business interruption. Standards-based reconditioning offers a proven alternative to OEM replacement—delivering reliable, warranty-backed performance with faster turnaround. For insurers, this means reduced claim severity, lower costs, and safer, more efficient recovery outcomes.

The PEARL Annual Conference & Exhibition (April 23–25, 2026, Cleveland, Ohio) is the premier event for the electrical equipment recovery industry—bringing together professionals focused on safety, reliability, and innovation in reconditioned and remanufactured equipment. Attendees can expect expert-led sessions, hands-on training, certification opportunities, and valuable networking.

Ian Trevino is a Vice President, COO of Sales & Service Center Operations at CBIONE Power Solutions, and a PEARL Board of Director. Since 1980, CBIONE’s mission has been to take part in keeping the electric grid in good, safe operating condition. They do this by offering new and rebuilt electrical equipment that is readily available in stock, ready to deliver to their customers anywhere in the United States at anytime.

Andy Conklin is a Manager at Southland Electrical Supply IPS Burlington, and a PEARL Board of Director. Southland Electrical Supply specializes in solutions. Since 1987, Southland has made a commitment to their customers that is simple: reliable products, reliable people and reliable services with the best value and the lowest prices.

Remanufactured and reconditioned electrical equipment you can trust. NEC compliant & inspector approved. Look for the PEARL Seal, demand qualified work, and ensure safer electrical equipment.

The National Electrical Code now permits the use of remanufactured/reconditioned electrical apparatus — a major development for electrical system managers.

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Work with a PEARL Accredited Company for Your Electrical Reconditioning Needs.

Nick Milstead is Regional Vice President, Breaker Service Shops for Advanced Electrical & Motor Controls, and Vice President of PEARL. Advanced Electrical & Motor Controls are insulated case circuit breaker experts with the largest inventory and the experienced, skilled engineers and technicians capable of extending the life of your breakers.

PEARL Accredited Company Requirement for 2026 As part of PEARL’s continued commitment to excellence, safety, and industry leadership, we are implementing an important new requirement for all PEARL Accredited Companies. Beginning January 1, 2027, all PEARL Accredited Companies will be required to have at least one Level 2 Certified Technician on staff. This decision is…