A recent study conducted by the Open DeviceNet Vendor Association (ODVA), Boca Raton, Fla., found more than 80 vendors are developing hardware and software
With more new construction and renovation work planned for schools, colleges, and universities over the next few years, the education market will remain
The Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI), Palo Alto, Calif., recently issued a white paper presenting technical recommendations for solving the current
The continued integration of structured wiring and broadband access is making home control technologies such as remote management, integrated security,
The United States needs to build between 1300 and 1900 new power plants in the next 20 yr to accommodate the projected increase in energy demand, according
Alexandria, Va.-based American Subcontractors Association (ASA) has expressed support for a bill to prohibit bid shopping on construction contracts with
LEDs have unique and compelling characteristics that make them ideal for industrial lighting applications. But there are a variety of misconceptions about LEDs, how well they work, how long they last, and more. Digital Lumens developed this whitepaper to dish up the facts around LEDs and address some common misunderstandings....More
An arc flash is associated with the explosive release of energy caused by an electrical arc, due to either a phase-to-ground or a phase-to-phase fault. This kind of fault can result from many factors – a dropped tool, accidental contact with electrical systems, buildup of conductive dust, corrosion or improper work conditions.....More
Abstract: In this webinar, Mike will not only explain the current NEC requirements for GFCIs and AFCIs, but he'll explain how they operate, what causes their premature failure, and when they won't provide the safety protection you might have thought they would.
Abstract: This webinar will teach attendees the difference between risk and hazard, and how the choice of system grounding has a direct impact on reliability and safety.
Designed for new or retrofit applications, these snap-together gangable plastic boxes eliminate the need to construct a multiple-gang steel box out of several individual ones. Starting with a two-gang box, users can build the box they need in seconds, according to the company. For three-gangs or more, separate the box parts, add the center sections needed to make a new, larger box, and then snap the pieces back together. The UL-listed product is preset for ½-in. wall finish thicknesses....More
