June 2021

Electrical Construction & Maintenance: Volume 120, Issue 6
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Stumped by the Code? Rules for Connecting a Receptacle Grounding Terminal to an EGC

July 2, 2021
Do you know what Code rule requires the connection of a receptacle grounding terminal to an equipment grounding conductor?
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Designs on the Future: EC&M’s 2021 Top 40 Electrical Design Firms

June 17, 2021
With 2020 in the books — and combined revenue gains recorded — many of this year’s Top 40 electrical design firms envision a relatively quick rebound going into the post-pandemic...
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Invisible Decisions — Part 2

June 16, 2021
Identify the hidden decisions on an electrical job site to help make data-driven improvements.
Fig. 1. There are many types of equipment grounding conductors.

The Differences Between Grounding and Bonding ― Part 6 of 12

June 8, 2021
Know the types of equipment grounding conductors and how equipment grounding conductors must be identified.

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Positive Outlook from the 50 Largest Electrical Distributors

June 8, 2021
The nation’s largest distributors of electrical supplies are expanding their operations and expecting 2021 to be a profitable year.
Shown here is the transformer and MCC that had been installed in the early 1970s.

The Case of the Incorrectly Tapped Transformer

June 8, 2021
Learn how savvy troubleshooting led to uncovering a chronic undervoltage condition.
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New Product Showcase: Connectors and Terminating Devices — June 2021

June 8, 2021
See the latest devices designed for enhanced performance and ease of use.
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Developing an effective quality assurance and quality checking process of design documentation is critical before the final documents leave the engineer's office.

Implementing an Effective QA/QC Process

June 8, 2021
Quality assurance and checking of electrical design documentation can enhance project turnover, improve employee education, and confirm compliance with an owner's project requirements...
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Aspire or Expire?

June 3, 2021
Lung damage often goes unseen as it occurs, which is what makes it so dangerous.
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Practically Speaking: Microwave Madness

June 3, 2021
In this situation, do you err on the side of the electrician or the AHJ?
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Illustrated Catastrophes: Cabin Fever

June 3, 2021
Do you know how these installations violate the NEC?
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What’s Wrong Here? Hint: Wet Location Worries

June 3, 2021
Can you spot these Code violations?
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What’s Next for Smart PPE?

May 20, 2021
How a confluence of factors, including the COVID-19 pandemic, are helping to reimagine safety technology at the workplace.