| | | | | | Proponents of modernizing the nation’s apprenticeship system have been left hanging again, but a new administration in Washington could rekindle hopes for change that recently died with a withdrawn U.S. Department of Labor rule. And should the Trump administration pick up the ball, debate that killed earlier efforts could intensify. |
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| | | | The increasing complexity of electrical systems inside customer facilities and the growing number and complexity of electronic loads powered by them are two important contributing factors that make PQ investigations more difficult to carry out. The following case studies demonstrate how typical PQ myths can trip up even the most seasoned electrical... |
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| | | | Over 80% of an electrical maintenance program encompasses taking care of the daily simple things. |
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| | Sponsored | | Don’t let voltage surges damage your equipment. Learn how to properly size and place surge protective devices to safeguard your electrical systems, ensuring reliability and performance in every setting. |
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| | Sponsored | | Unlock the power of technology to overcome labor shortages and elevate productivity in the electrical industry—register now for actionable strategies and insights to drive your business forward! |
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| | Sponsored | | Discover how the latest electrification trends and smart energy technologies are transforming homes and shaping the future of energy management—join experts from EC&M, Schneider Electric, and Qmerit on January 21st to explore the 2025 home electrification landscape and business growth opportunities. |
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| | Fill in the blank. Outlet boxes mounted in the ceilings of habitable rooms _____, in a location acceptable for the future installation of a ceiling-suspended (paddle) fan, shall be listed for the support of ceiling-suspended paddle fans. |
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| | | In Episode 61 of EC&M On Air, we're bringing you "In Case You Missed It" insights from Rick Pedley, president and CEO of PK Safety! Your host and editor-in-chief of EC&M, Ellen Parson, reads an audio-only version of Rick's popular article, "How to Avoid Spark Explosions." This article highlights what static electricity is, how dust plays a role in ... |
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| Associated Builders and Contractors reported that its Construction Backlog Indicator inched down to 8.3 months in December, according to an ABC member survey conducted Dec. 20 to Jan. 6. The reading is down 0.3 months from December 2023. |
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| | Sponsored | The Advancing Prefabrication Summit is returning for its 9th year this February to unite 1,250+ of North America’s leading prefabricators, trade contractors, GCs, owners, designers and modular firms. This is the only end-to-end conference dedicated to building faster, more safely, more sustainably and to a higher quality through prefab and modular construction. Don’t miss out on the World’s Largest Prefab Summit! |
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| What is power factor, and why do you need to know about it? |
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| | | Using the 2023 NEC, test your Code knowledge to determine what’s wrong with these electrical installations. After submitting your answers, you can enter for a chance to win a $25 gift card to Amazon! Note: You don’t have to get all the answers correct to win. |
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| Motors used in refrigeration systems have different requirements from other motors. |
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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 them for consideration as an EC&M Under 30 All-Star. The deadline is April 11. |
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| Electrical safety awareness is ongoing at the facility and on the jobsite. This Tech Talk is an excellent refresher for the safety tasks we must perform prior to the start of an electrical job. |
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