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What was revised in Chapters 1-3, and why it should matter to you.
Feb. 24, 2026
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Dec. 29, 2025
Electrical Safety Refresher Best practices for fostering an electrically safe working environment
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From the EC&M e-books library: Best practices for fostering an electrically safe working environment
Dec. 16, 2025
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Dec. 1, 2025

EC&M On Air

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EC&M On Air Highlights Key NFPA 70E Terms All Electrical Professionals Should Know
ICYMI, Episode 94 features an audio-only version of a popular past article written by Mark Lamendola and read by Ellen Parson.
Jan. 12, 2026
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Episode 93 features insights from Sophia Pike, electrical engineer III with Syska Hennessey Group, on how she found early success in her career.
Jan. 8, 2026
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In Episode 92 (and the final one of 2025), the entire editorial staff of EC&M are highlighting the most popular/memorable content pieces and topic areas from this past year.
Dec. 22, 2025
EC&M On Air Presents Next-Gen Insights with Luis Llamas
Episode 91 features a special interview with Luis Llamas, a 2025 EC&M 30 Under 30 honoree, master electrician, and owner of Salvador Electric.
Dec. 10, 2025

Code Conversations

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Ellen Parson highlights "Understanding General Requirements of the NEC, Part 10" by Mark Lamendola.
Jan. 19, 2026
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Ellen and Russ discuss NEC changes to test and maintenance protocols surrounding emergency systems.
Jan. 5, 2026
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Ellen Parson highlights "Understanding General Requirements of the NEC, Part 9" by Mark Lamendola.
Dec. 15, 2025
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Ellen Parson and Chad Kennedy discuss 2026 NEC Code Changes.
Dec. 12, 2025

Moving Violations

The Most Memorable Moving Violations Videos of 2025
See which of Russ LeBlanc's Moving Violations videos were the most-viewed of 2025 — your favorite one might be there.
Dec. 22, 2025
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Dec. 18, 2025
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Dec. 4, 2025
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This NEC violation has created a dangerous situation.
Nov. 20, 2025

Tech Talk

EC&M Tech Talk — Low-Voltage Wiring: Limited-Energy and Communication Wiring
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Randy goes over the relocated rules for low-voltage wiring in the 2026 NEC
Jan. 2, 2026
EC&M Tech Talk — Changes to the 2026 National Electrical Code
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Randy Barnett explains new Articles, a commonsense grouping of information, and the relocation of existing information.
Dec. 1, 2025
EC&M Tech Talk — Methods of Grounding and Bonding
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Randy Barnett covers some of the most often used NEC rules for making grounding and bonding connections.
Nov. 1, 2025
EC&M Tech Talk — Fundamental Electrical Maintenance Tests
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Randy discusses fundamental electrical testing requirements.
Oct. 1, 2025

National Electrical Code

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Think you know how this installation violates the NEC?
Jan. 22, 2026
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Test your knowledge of the NEC with this challenging question.
Jan. 22, 2026
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New chapter to advance electrical safety through Code compliance, training, and education
Jan. 21, 2026
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We present the most bizarre electrical installation mishaps of last year that violated the 2023 National Electrical Code.
Jan. 20, 2026

Design

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New report reveals emerging trends in residential lighting, automated shades, and controls.
Jan. 23, 2026
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Purdue University technology could expand in-motion vehicle charging applications to critical space.
Jan. 21, 2026
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California plans to offer new incentives to aid EV adoption
Jan. 20, 2026
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Global electric vehicle sales rose 20% in 2025, reinforcing long-term growth in charging infrastructure, grid upgrades, and electrical workforce demand.
Jan. 20, 2026

Construction

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The industry added only 14,000 jobs in 2025
Jan. 27, 2026
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What the latest economic data means for the electrical industry as we enter 2026.
Jan. 26, 2026
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How AI-powered routing and coordination can eliminate weeks of coordination rework
Jan. 16, 2026
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Proprietary model developed by ABC unveils estimated worker demand for the construction industry.
Jan. 16, 2026

Training

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Mastering Advanced Bidding Strategies in Electrical Contracting
Jan. 15, 2026

Maintenance/Repair/Operations

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Standard outlines practices to be followed to maintain motor reliability and efficiency
Jan. 23, 2026
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Next-generation 6kVA and 10kVA UPS deliver factory-integrated networking, intelligent outlet control, and Energy Star 2.0 certification
Jan. 22, 2026
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The Make It American program expands
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How charging changes once power increases and how the testing community should respond
Jan. 20, 2026

Safety

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The RSK-CGM.3 remote switching kit allows users to remotely operate equipment from outside of the arc flash boundary.
Jan. 16, 2026
Photo 1. These workers are testing a medium-voltage circuit breaker. How equipment has been cared for is part of the condition of maintenance analysis.
Are you familiar with Informative Annex S and its role in assessing/maintaining electrical equipment?
Jan. 14, 2026
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New emergency lighting solution for indoor and outdoor enviornments
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Learn how MCCs centralize motor management, improve safety, enhance maintenance processes, and provide cost savings.
Jan. 13, 2026

Lighting & Control

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Jan. 8, 2026
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Jan. 8, 2026
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Weekly Quiz on the 2023 National Electrical Code
Jan. 5, 2026
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Test your 2026 NEC knowledge with this quiz and enter for a chance to win a $25 gift card to Amazon!
Jan. 1, 2026