| | | | | | How well do you know the Code? Think you can spot violations the original installer either ignored or couldn’t identify? Hint: Wrong cover for this damp location. |
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| | Sponsored | | At 1/3 the weight of steel, Blue Lightning® EMT from Penn Aluminum Conduit & EMT is the smart choice compared to steel. The significantly lighter weight makes it faster, easier and safer to lift, carry and install. Plus, it’s produced using recycled aluminum and is 100% recyclable, making it a sustainable solution. And despite all those advantages, it also costs less than steel EMT. |
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| | | | Fill in the blank. A wire-type equipment grounding conductor can be identified by _____. |
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| | | | The City of Valdosta’s Inspections Department has officially adopted the 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) and is now requiring all permit applications to comply with its updated guidelines. |
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| | | | Fill in the blank. Flexible cords used in Class II, Division 1 or 2 locations shall _____, except as permitted for pendant luminaires. |
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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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| | | ICYMI, Episode 63 features an audio-only version of Electrical Expert Mark Lamendola's popular online article, "Bender Basics for Safety," read by Ellen Parson, editor-in-chief of EC&M. This article covers the definition of a bender, proper usage, and top safety tips. |
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| | | Check out the latest edition of our “Editor’s Choice: Top Product Picks” gallery. This month highlights a new selection of the industry's latest product innovations, chosen by the editors of EC&M. Click through the following six slides to see the latest and greatest products from various categories, such as enclosures, standby generators, brackets,... |
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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 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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| | | Take a look at this installation. Notice where the cover is located. Accessing that cover is impossible, which makes this a violation of Sec. 314.29. That isn’t the only thing wrong with this installation, however. Watch the video now to see what else Russ found. |
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