| | | | | | The proper use of the correct personal protective equipment (PPE) under the right circumstances will prevent death and disfigurement. It will also prevent things like hearing loss, pulmonary fibrosis, and blindness. But PPE is not always properly used — and the PPE that is used is not always correct for the given circumstances. And sometimes, PPE is... |
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| | Sponsored | | Champion Fiberglass® Elbows offer no burn-through that minimizes repairs. Their lightweight nature contributes to lower material and installation costs and makes Champion Elbows an ideal solution to protect utility infrastructures. |
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| | | | Do you know an up-and-coming young electrical professional who has shown extraordinary results on the job? If so, nominate him or her for consideration as an EC&M Under 30 All-Star. The deadline is April 15. |
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| | | | Specifiers are always looking for ways to create beautiful and functional outdoor spaces that people can enjoy day or night. For 2024, the ‘third space’ will drive key trends for landscape lighting. As you may know, the third space refers to the social spaces that are neither home nor work – parks, plazas, and other public spaces where people congregate... |
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| | | | In Episode 32 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, answers motor-related questions sent in from EC&M readers. He addresses the requirements found... |
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| | | | The InterNational Electrical Testing Association (NETA) launched its new Qualified Electrical Equipment Maintenance Contractor and Worker Program at PowerTest24, NETA's annual electrical power system safety and reliability conference held recently at the Hilton Anatole in Dallas, Texas. According to NETA, the new qualification program is in response... |
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| | Sponsored | With a special focus for electrical professionals, the Facilities Expo has solutions for any building challenges 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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| | | National nonresidential construction spending declined 1.0% in February, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data published recently by the U.S. Census Bureau. On a seasonally adjusted annualized basis, nonresidential spending totaled $1.179 trillion. |
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| On OSHA’s list of citations for 2023, ladder safety made No. 3 . This perennial favorite is always near the top, which helps explain why there are about 300,000 ladder injuries in the USA every year. In its simplest form a ladder consists of two rails connected by rungs. This is not a complicated device to use. But 300,000 people suffer injuries related... |
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| | | In this episode of Tech Talk, Randy Barnett covers the major topics from Art. 430 Motors, Motor Circuits, and Controllers. The video follows a logical sequence for installing motors. |
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| In Episode 35, Tommy Northcott addresses some of our readers’ most pressing questions about all things arc flash, including the common concern over how to deal instances when the arc flash study and posted stickers are out of date, and more. |
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