Light Years Ahead
Apr 1, 2002, By Matthew Halverson, Associate Editor
As lighting designers turn to nontraditional light sources, LEDs and fiber optics could have a bright future....
The Emergence of Online Plan Rooms
Apr 1, 2002, By John Jurewicz, Contributing Writer
Now that project plans have gone digital, contractors have one more reason to get online....
A Brief Guide to Pin-and-Sleeve Devices
Apr 1, 2002, By Arthur Hansen, Cooper Wiring Devices
If properly selected, pin-and-sleeve devices can cure some common installation problems....
Cabling: At the Heart of the System
Apr 1, 2002, By Mike Eby, Editor-in-Chief
Cabling is to a voice/data/video network what arteries and veins are to your circulatory system....
Addressing Arc Faults in the 2002 NEC
Apr 1, 2002, By Mike Holt, NEC Consultant
Addressing Arc Faults in the 2002 NEC...
Stepping Up to the Plate for Interconnection
Apr 1, 2002, By Michael Eby, Editor-in-Chief
I recently attended my first Electrical Generating Systems Association (EGSA) convention at the historic La Mansion del Rio Hotel ......
Secrets to High-Quality Grounding Systems
Apr 1, 2002, By Carmen Barsu, Lyncole Industries
A high-performance grounding system enhances reliability, reduces maintenance costs, and improves uptime....
Understanding LED Technology
Apr 1, 2002, By Joe Knisley, Senior Editorial Consultant
LEDs may be little, but new high-brightness models are producing a considerable amount of light....
Cable Identification Guidelines and Practices
Mar 1, 2002, By Nancy Kane and Lisa Corona, Brady Corp.
Good labeling practices reduce installation costs and increase customer satisfaction....
Don't Fight the Future
Mar 1, 2002, By Michael Eby, Editor-in-Chief
Can someone please tell me who first said computers will simplify my life and make me more efficient?...
Manufacturing's High-Tech Revolution
Mar 1, 2002, By Pak Wong, PdMA Corp.
Standard communication protocols are opening new horizons for industrial software applications....
No Strings Attached
Mar 1, 2002, By James R. Dukart, Contributing Writer
New and emerging mobile computing applications are helping contractors, electricians, and maintenance workers cut the ties that bind them to their desks....
Web Conferencing Provides Enhanced Meeting Experiences
Mar 1, 2002, By Andrew Humphrey, Assistant Editor
A host of online collaboration tools is changing the way many businesses get jobs done....
Calculating Your True Electrical Labor Cost
Mar 1, 2002, By Mike Holt, Mike Holt Enterprises, Inc.
Last month we discussed the importance of properly estimating total labor hours when determining a bid price. However, this is only one step in the process....
Selecting a Route for OSP Installations
Mar 1, 2002, By Mike Eby, Editor-in-Chief
Knowing the various types of pathways and spaces available to get from point A to B is crucial to a successful project....
Measuring Power System Performance for High-Reliability Applications
Mar 1, 2002, By Mark McGranaghan, Electrotek Concepts and Ross Ignall, Dranetz-BMI
Power system performance isn’t about uptime “nines.”...
How GFCIs Work
Mar 1, 2002, By Mike Holt, Mike Holt Enterprises, Inc.
You may know what a GFCI is, but do you really know how it works? A basic understanding of the device can prevent safety problems....
NEC requirements for ground-fault circuit interrupters (GFCI)
Mar 1, 2002, By Mike Holt, NEC Consultant
NEC Updates Make Rules for GFCIs More Inclusive...
