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    Nashville Yards

    10 Big-Money Construction Projects for 2023

    Feb. 10, 2023
    Even in what could be a down year for the construction market, there’s still a surprising number of billion-dollar projects underway or on the drawing boards.

    EC&M Asks Video — Tips for Determining the Correct Amount of Labor Hours

    Nov. 30, 2023
    In Episode 25, Don Kiper covers another popular reader-submitted question on electrical estimating best practices.
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    How State Infrastructure Can Support Microgrid Support and Development

    Nov. 30, 2023
    Report reveals most U.S. states and territories are not prepared for the robust build-out of microgrids
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    E-J Electric Announces Acquisition of Lowy & Donnath

    Nov. 29, 2023
    The acquisition will expand the experience and expertise of E-J on the eve of its 125th anniversary.
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    ABC Construction Backlog Indicator Falls Sharply for Small Contractors, Increases for Large Contractors in October

    Nov. 28, 2023
    The backlog indicator has reached its lowest level since Q1 of 2022.

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    Weatherproof Ethernet Connectors and Cabling for Outdoor Applications

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    Nonresidential Construction Employment Increased in October

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    See the latest construction job numbers from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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    ESFI Releases Building Owner Electric Vehicle Survey Results

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