| | | | | | NEC Chapter 2 [Wiring and Protection] contains important guidelines that apply “generally” to all electrical installations (see Figure 90.3 for Code arrangement). That means these rules must be applied or affect Articles throughout the entire Code book (Chapters 1-9). |
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| | | In case you missed it, we're featuring one of Electrical Trainer Harold De Loach's popular EC&M Asks video Q&A's in Episode 26, where he covers how to understand the layout of the NEC. |
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| | | In Episode 28 of “EC&M Tech Talk,” Randy Barnett, a journeyman electrician, inspector, author, trainer, and electrical safety expert, covers the topic of bonding of electrical systems and equipment. Understanding the reasoning behind bonding helps electrical professionals grasp the compliance requirements found in the National Electrical Code. |
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| | | Article 430 contains the specific rules for conductor sizing, overcurrent protection, control circuit conductors, controllers, and disconnects for electric motors. The installation requirements for air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment are in Art. 440; those supplement or amend Art. 430 requirements. |
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| | | In Episode 25 of “EC&M On Air,” a podcast series from EC&M magazine that shares industry intelligence, insights and opinions on all topics electrical, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson presents a special edition in honor of Father’s Day, which was celebrated this past Sunday on June 18. |
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| | | In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc dive into the AFCI protection requirements in Sec. 210.12 of the NEC. |
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| | | The estimator must understand the meaning of key concepts of the estimating process to properly perform his or her job. The following are 20 important terms every estimator must understand. |
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| | | Convening September 26 and 27, “Unlocking the Potential of Networked Lighting Controls” will provide opportunities to network, problem-solve, and share strategies aimed at increasing market penetration of energy-saving and smart building enabling NLCs,. |
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| | | Answering your NEC questions. Test your NEC knowledge with these questions from NEC Consultant Mike Holt regarding Code requirements for installing TC cable. |
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| | | Normal safety glasses don’t provide UV protection, and normal sunglasses don’t provide adequate projectile protection. For prolonged presence in sunlit areas, such as outdoor construction sites, your eyes may be exposed to too much sunlight. This increases your risk of eye cancer and other problems resulting from excess exposure of the eyes to UV radiation... |
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| | | Fill in the blank. Article 410 covers luminaires, portable luminaires, lampholders, pendants, incandescent filament lamps, arc lamps, electric-discharge lamps, and _____, and the wiring and equipment forming part of such products and lighting installations. |
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| | | Revealing new statistics and a long-awaited new set of government rules could foreshadow the arrival of a new day in workplace drug screening. |
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| | | This photo gallery highlights the 30 individuals who were selected as 2023's group of Under 30 EC&M All Stars and serves as a sneak peek for the upcoming Special Report in our July print issue, which will reveal specifically how these young professionals are going above and beyond the call of duty, especially demonstrating innovation, efficiency, and... |
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| | | In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc discuss GFCI protection requirements for appliances in the NEC and why some patience may be needed while waiting for this rule to evolve. |
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