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Disaster Planning

Jun 1, 2008 12:00 PM, By Beck Ireland, Staff Writer

On Aug. 30, 2005, Jimmy Haynes, owner of JH Haynes Electric, Gulfport, Miss., returned to his shop after weathering Hurricane Katrina...

Juno Lighting Group Launches Energy Calculator

Aug 7, 2008 9:17 AM

Company hopes tool can make cost- and energy-efficient lighting purchases easier...

Ideal Announces Contractor Rewards Program

Aug 6, 2008 9:35 AM

IDEAL Get In Gear promotion rewards contractor loyalty with Shell gas cards worth up to $350...

Channellock Kicks Off Ultimate Football Challenge

Aug 5, 2008 9:18 AM

Hand tool manufacturer celebrates football season with tool giveaway...

U.S. Architectural Lighting Introduces Cash-Back Rebate Program

Aug 4, 2008 12:58 PM

All electrical contractors are eligible to participate...

Business Briefs for the Week of July 28, 2008

Aug 1, 2008 9:05 AM

Clockwork, Lighting Science Group, Maxis...

Short-Circuit Calculation Methods

By Massimo Mitolo, Ph.D., Chu & Gassman Consulting Engineers

The task may seem overwhelming at first, but following a methodical step-by-step procedure can keep you from getting tripped up...

Understanding variable speed drives

Turkel, Solomon S.

A thorough understanding of how to match the VFD to the driven load is the key to a successful application.When applied properly, the variable frequency...

Understanding The Basics of Wye Transformer Calculations

By Mike Holt, NEC Consultant

Add this information to what you know about delta transformers and you may be ready to solve power quality problems...

Commercial Load Calculations

By Mike Holt, NEC Consultant

Knowing how to correctly size loads in commercial applications is an essential skill for electricians...

Understanding Induction Motor Nameplate Information

By Ed Cowern, P.E., Baldor Electric Co.

Keeping the language common among manufacturers is critical to making motors interchangeable...

Mastering Production Tracking Methodologies

Jun 1, 2008 12:00 PM, By David Brown, D. Brown Management

The process of tracking production is arguably the most important skill a project leader can master. Whether you're a crew leader, foreman, superintendent, or project manager, learning the skills necessary for effective production tracking will help your career immensely....

Real Ways to Reduce Material Handling Costs

Jun 1, 2008 12:00 PM, By Philip E. Nimmo IV and Heather M. Moore, MCA, Inc.

The main goal of any contractor is achieving a high-quality installation on time and on budget. According to in-house research, MCA, Inc....

Cathodic Protection Systems and the NEC

Jun 1, 2008 12:00 PM, By Whitt L. Trimble and Eddie Guidry, Fluor Enterprises, Inc.

During the 2005 National Electrical Code (NEC) review cycle, a relatively simple revision was made that created a significant change on the cathodic protection (CP) systems of petroleum and chemical facilities (plants)....

Recession-Proofing Your Business

Jun 1, 2008 12:00 PM, By Bradley Dawson, LTV Dynamics

It's no secret that the U.S. economy is on the brink of another recession. A faltering financial industry, escalating energy costs, and sky-high material costs all play into our economic insecurities....

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Arlington Indoor InBox

Easy install makes Indoor InBox preferred for power & low voltage applications. Furniture and appliances stay close to the wall!...


Arlington TV Box for Old Construction

For attractive, close-to-the-wall mounting of plasma & LCD TVs for an older home. Retrofit was never this easy before TV Box!...

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