How is Polymer Industry Competence Assessment Tool (simulation technology) abbreviated? PICAT stands for Polymer Industry Competence Assessment Tool (simulation technology). PICAT is defined as Polymer Industry Competence Assessment Tool (simulation technology) very rarely.
Types of Electrical Outlet Covers. 1  Outlet Plugs: The cheapest and easiest covers to install, these plastic plugs are an effective placeholder. 2  Sliding Plate Covers: These outlet plates come with built-in sliding covers that will automatically cover the outlet when you're not using it.
[Electrical receptacle as used in our articles is a synonym for electrical outlet or what some people inaccurately call a wall plug or wall socket. Electrical devices include receptacles, switches, and possibly other electrical components which are connected to the electrical wiring in a building.lectrical Receptacles and switches marked COALR, CO/ALR, AL-CU or CU-AL or CU-Only (photo above right) have not been recommended by the US CPSC for aluminum wiring repairs.