In this episode, Russ examines the installation of single-phase mineral insulated cables and notes a violation of Section 300.20(B) of the 2011 NEC....More
In this episode, Russ LeBlanc finds a sloppy installation of cables and a junction box. The installer violated at least two sections of the 2011 NEC (314.23 and 300.11) by using tape to mount a junction box and zip ties to hold cables to conduit....More
In this episode, Russ LeBlanc runs across an improperly mounted fluorescent luminaire in a high traffic area. This is a violation of Section 410.30(A) of the 2011 NEC....More
In this episode, Russ LeBlanc finds an emergency battery pack unit with an interesting wiring connection. Flexible cord was used as a permanent wiring method, which is a violation of the rules of Art. 400....More
In this episode, Russ identifies a violation of Section 200.7(C)(1) of the NEC. This white insulated wire has not been properly re-identified as a current carrying conductor....More
In this episode, Russ puts the size of this junction box to the test, and it fails. According to 314.28(A)(2) of the 2011 NEC, the junction box is too small for this application....More
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.
