| | | | | | Not all maintenance metrics carry the same degree of importance or value. If you focus on something such as total availability or average response time (across all equipment), you will be doing the wrong things at the expense of doing the right things, which means you won’t optimize for the metrics that matter to the people who decide how many people... |
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| | | In Episode 19 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 electrical equipment maintenance and the NFPA 70B history, along with its 2023 updates. |
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| | | Article 450, Part II provides the installation requirements for transformers. There are actually several sets of requirements, each of which pertains to a specific transformer configuration. Not mentioned here are the mechanical requirements (e.g., type and size of mounting channel) or any seismic requirements (those exist in separate standards). And... |
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| | | In Episode 29 of “EC&M Tech Talk,” Randy Barnett, a journeyman electrician, inspector, author, trainer, and electrical safety expert, covers the topic of transformers found in Art. 450 of the National Electrical Code. However, not all of the required information for the proper installation of transformers is found in the NEC. |
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| | | In Episode 20 of “EC&M Asks,” a video series featuring subject matter experts (SMEs) answering reader-submitted questions regarding popular electrical topics, Randy Barnett, a journeyman electrician, inspector, author, trainer, and electrical safety expert covers audience questions about 2023 National Electrical Code requirements for reconditioned ... |
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| | | You’re the lead electrician at a plant with a 15-person maintenance crew. Eric, the maintenance manager, is a mechanical engineer. He points out a maintenance problem and wants you to fix it. What is the real problem here, and what should your response be? |
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| | | The Electrical Apparatus Service Association (EASA) recently announced new international officers for the 2023-2024 administrative year. New officers include Sean McNamara, Paul Rossiter, and Barry Bullard. |
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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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| | | Buzz around technology that could transform how utilities build transmission infrastructure to address emerging electrical grid challenges is getting more audible. Three companies pioneering advanced, high-capacity conductors have just joined forces in the Advancing Modern Powerlines (AMP) Coalition, aiming to promote their utilization as a cornerstone... |
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| | | Fill in the blank. In dwelling units, when determining the spacing of receptacle outlets, _____ on exterior walls shall not be considered wall space. |
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| | | Batteries serve as the main source of power in a substation in the event of an AC outage. They power critical loads and equipment like relays, indicator lamps, circuit-breaker control, motor operators, SCADA, event recorders, etc. As the battery is truly tested only during an outage, it is important to monitor battery health regularly as part of preventive... |
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| | | Editor-in-chief Ellen Parson and NEC Expert Russ LeBlanc discuss some of the most significant changes to the 2023 edition of the National Electrical Code. This episode highlights the revision to Sec. 110.26 related to requirements for open equipment doors, egress, and working space around electrical equipment. |
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| | | An inside look at how these young electrical professionals are innovating best practices, investing in training and technology, and moving the industry forward |
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| | | Article 680 of the NEC provides installation guidance associated with various types of pools, spas, tubs, bathtubs, and lifts. The Article is divided into eight parts. Part I contains general requirements that describe the overall scope of the Article. Parts II through VIII provide Code users with general requirements that pertain to their specific... |
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| | | EC&M (in cooperation with sister publications CONTRACTOR, Contracting Business, and EHS Today), recently launched its fourth annual Workplace Safety Academy. This free online learning event pulls everything you need to know about workplace safety into one place, aggregating videos, white papers, articles, and sponsored content on topics like arc flash... |
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| | | From the EC&M e-books library: How to revitalize the electrical industry and attract the next generation of workers. |
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| | | Take this quiz about electric vehicles and enter for a chance to win a $25 gift card to Amazon, iTunes, or Cabela’s! |
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