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The Federal Pacific Electric Company (FPE) was one of the most common manufacturers of circuit breaker
panels boxes in North America from the 1950’s to the 1980’s. Millions of their panels were installed in homes across the country. Over time, electricians and home inspectors found Federal Pacific Electric panels sometimes failed to provide proper protection to homeowners. Experts say that certain panels could appear to work fine for years, but after one overcurrent or short circuit, they could overheat and become fire hazards.

Resources

FPE Consumer Alert Brochure
2007 Report FPE Circuit Breaker Hazards
2011 Report FPE Circuit Breaker Hazards.pdf
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