| | | | | | 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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| | | | These examples show electrical apprentices how to apply AFCI protection per Sec. 210.12 of the NEC in certain situations. Apprentices who learn these requirements backward and forward will not only install AFCIs correctly and prevent electrical hazards but also stay up to date with evolving NEC standards in this area. |
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| | | In this Tech Talk Randy Barnett pulls out specific information from NEC Article 210 Branch Circuits Not Over 1000 Volts ac, 1500 Volts dc, Nominal. Article 210 is a large article full of detailed content addressing some of the most common electrical wiring and maintenance tasks electrical workers perform. |
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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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| | | Respondents continue to report some shortages for electrical equipment like transformers, circuit breakers, motors and switchgear. |
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| | | We're back with the first “Editor’s Choice: Top Product Picks” gallery of 2025! This showcase includes a new power quality control panel from Accuenergy. |
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| | | In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc go back to basics and remind themselves and our listners why the definitions in Article 100 are so important. Specifically, this episode looks at emergency disconnect requirements in Sec. 230.85. |
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| | | In Episode 62, Ellen and Jim take a deep dive into hot and cold markets, electrical mega projects, and what to expect this year when it comes to the electrical industry. |
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| | | 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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| | | 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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| | | EC&M readers continue to rank the NEC as the most-important topic we cover. Shoddy electrical installers beware: If you’re behind an electrical installation gone wrong like those featured here, there’s a good chance your handiwork may turn up in the pages of EC&M on online someday soon. |
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| | | EVs are becoming much more common for commercial and personal use. This quiz will go over some EV charging station information that may be relevant to NETA Technicians. |
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