|  | | | | | In this episode of “EC&M Tech Talks,” Randy Barnett, a journeyman electrician, inspector, author, trainer, and electrical safety expert, reviews the installation requirements for generators in Art. 445 of the National Electrical Code. However, there is much more in the NEC to installing a generator than what is in Art. 445. The application of the g... |
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| | | In the typical manufacturing plant, “maintenance” does not include attention to the electrical infrastructure. The focus of the typical maintenance department is on performing production equipment PMs and reacting to equipment failures. The assumption about the electrical infrastructure is once it works, it always works. The reality is different — ... |
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| | Advertisement | Are you an electrician interested in EV charging stations? Find out how GBC’s online EV Technician training program can equip you with the skills to get started & become an EV specialist. Join our free EV webinar Thurs. Feb. @1pm EST |
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| | | What is causing slowdowns on a gluing system? Over the past couple of weeks, several slowdowns and shutdowns have occurred, and the mechanics have assured the plant engineer it’s not due to excess glue. They also checked the gear oil levels in the various gearboxes and ruled those out. Now you have been assigned to look at this from an electrical s... |
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| | Advertisement | Discover how quick and easy it is to use our NEW HSe industrial heat shrink tubing to create durable, professional, and customized labels for cables & wires. And a 3:1 heat shrink ratio makes application a breeze, even over bulky connectors. |
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| | | Article 440, Part 4 provides the requirements for the circuit conductors used in HVAC and refrigeration equipment. For other kinds of installations, you must specify the ampacities of motor conductors per Part III of Article 310. You do that with hermetic motors also, except as modified by 440.6(A), Exception No.1 [440.31]. |
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| | | Energy efficiency rebates can significantly improve the ROI of commercial and industrial lighting projects, but determining which products qualify for your local efficiency program’s incentives can be complicated and time-consuming. Project planners and designers can simplify this process by accessing the DesignLights Consortium’s (DLC) Qualified P... |
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| | | Here's a look at which states in the country are experiencing a construction boom of the most new homes. |
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| | | Arc flash incidents represent a significant risk to personnel, system performance, and company reputation. System owners by law are required to be actively involved in risk management, and accountability is not excused due to ignorance of the standards. NFPA 70E specifies safety training every three years and arc flash study updates every five year... |
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| | | Fill in the blank. Section 210.52 provides rules for dwelling unit receptacle outlets. The receptacles required by this section shall be in addition to any receptacle that is located within _____. |
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| | | In Episode 8 of “EC&M Asks,” our subject matter expert Tommy Northcott, P.E., a senior power engineer and branch manager for Jacobs Technology, Inc., answers more reader-submitted questions regarding arc flash PPE, safety precautions, and determining the arc flash hazard for DC systems. |
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| | Advertisement | With an emphasis on practical maintenance, repair, and operations, the Facilities Expo has solutions for any building challenge you might face. Here you will learn from industry experts, network, and explore our solution packed exhibitor floor—all for free! |
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| | | Test your electrical IQ when it comes to lighting and the National Electrical Code. |
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| | | Don't miss the industry's latest product innovations, chosen by the editors of EC&M. This gallery features Liquid Tight Conduit, Pliers, DC-DC Converters, EC Chargers, Outdoor LED Floodlights, and Thermal Cameras. |
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| | | In episode 16, Russ and Ellen discuss different interpretations of how to determine which piping systems need to be bonded to the common grounding electrode conductor. |
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| | | In Episode 19, EC&M Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson discusses how ongoing supply chain issues continue to plague the electrical industry with Don Leavens, vice president and chief economist at NEMA; Madeleine Bugel, senior manager of trade and international government relations at NEMA; and Chris Sokoll, president of Disc Corp. |
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| | | When it comes to memorable Code revision cycles, this edition will be remembered for making the NEC an easier document to use. Here’s a look at the top 25 revisions. |
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| | | Take this quiz about the 2023 NEC and enter for a chance to win a $25 gift card to Amazon, iTunes, or Cabela’s! |
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