Illumination Insider - Aug 10th, 2022
 
 
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Fill in the blank. Pendant luminaires in a Class I, Division 1 location shall be suspended by and supplied through threaded rigid metal conduit stems or threaded steel intermediate conduit stems, and threaded joints shall be provided with _____ or other effective means to prevent loosening.
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Lutron Vive wireless installs up to 70% faster than wired options, allowing you to get on and off jobs more quickly. Available and in stock at most electrical distributors, Vive is simple and scalable for code-compliant control on commercial jobs.

The International Dark-Sky Association questions whether the efficiency of solid-state luminaires has lulled us into too much illumination.
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The SYLVANIA ValueLED™ Dual Selectable Extruded Vapor Tight 1A feature a one-piece lens/body design for easy installation. Ideal for stairwells/tunnels and other wet or dusty areas, they are IP65 rated, lumen and CCT selectable.

FREE PREMIUM CONTENT: In this episode, Russ shows us some violations at a light pole location. The photocell unit is broken and dangling on the side of the pole by its wiring. The tape used to try and secure it to the pole is a violation of Sec. 110.12(B). In addition, the PVC conduit at the base of the pole also violates the cover requirements of ...
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Automatically reduce humidity & condensation to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria with Enerlites Humidity Sensors. Installs in 5 minutes - fits any existing electrical box and connects to any ventilation fan. cUL Listed & CA Title 24 Compliant.

While a couple of Wisconsin care homes continue to examine the sleep/wake benefits of tunable lighting, they have also cut their electricity costs.
Every now and then, even the most technical of electrical professionals comes across an interesting image that makes him or her wonder, “What in the heck is that?”
Ras Abu Aboud Stadium is one of the 12 new Qatar stadiums, a spectacular venue for matches up to the quarter-finals of the 2022 FIFA World Cup. More than 4,000 different luminaires were installed within Ras Abu Aboud Stadium, from emergency luminaires to exit signs.
Carteret County School System gets an upgrade with the help of City Electric Supply
DesignLights Consortium will process new networked lighting controls applications through the online portal. Users will no longer need to upload an Excel application form and email documentation to submit a system for qualification.
Congratulations to the product managers and marketing teams from Litetronics, LEDVANCE, Nora Lighting, EarthTronics and TCP for having their lighting products selected this month as Top 10 LED Products
The program is designed to teach young women about safety, tools, theoretical basics of electrical and telecommunications installation, and jobsite conditions, as well as an introduction to other career paths in the building and construction trades.
From the EC&M e-books library: A compilation of technical articles from EC&M.
It will soon be lights out for most new fluorescent lighting in Vermont, a development that could accelerate its demise elsewhere and fuel LED lighting’s continued rise. In May, the state became the nation’s first to pass legislation phasing out the 4-ft fluorescent tube, commonly used in many commercial and residential settings. The law will ban sale...
FREE PREMIUM CONTENT: In this episode of EC&M On Air, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson discusses Luminaire Level Lighting Controls (LLLCs) with a panel of industry experts: Kevin Van Den Wymelenberg, Chris Meek, and Aprille Balangue. They work in conjunction with BetterBricks, a commercial resource of Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance, to help building...
Learn about the changes in this new Code cycle by attending the leading source of NEC information and training: EC&M ‘s Code Change Conferences. In two informative and interest-filled days, you’ll learn about major NEC changes that will impact your work, whether you’re an electrician, contractor, engineer, inspector, designer, or plant/facility maintenance...
IEEE and the IEEE Standards Association (IEEE SA) recently announced the release of the 2023 National Electrical Safety Code (NESC). Published by IEEE SA and typically updated every five years to stay current with changes in the industry and technology, the NESC specifies best practices for the safety of electric supply and communication utility systems...
Meet 30 young electrical professionals with a strong work ethic, a thirst for knowledge, and a passion to improve the future of the electrical industry. They are making their mark by transforming city skylines with new high-rise buildings, infusing their companies with knowledge about new technologies, and focusing on not only productivity, but also...
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