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Honoring the Electrical Contractors & Electrical Design Firms Founded in 1901 or Earlier

Learn about five companies that have been powering their communities since EC&M’s inception — or longer.

Nov. 11, 2026

The editors of EC&M found a copy of its first cover (when it was called The National Electrical Contractor) in the historical display at the NECA 2026 show in Las Vegas.

What's in a Name? 125 Years of EC&M

Nov. 11, 2026

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National Electrical Code

25 Years of NEC Changes Through My Eyes

Nov. 10, 2026

Widespread electrification (such as smart homes like the photo with EV charging, energy storage, updated appliances, etc.) will require new strategies.

New Technologies Could Ease the Electrical Upgrade Challenge of Home Electrification

Nov. 2, 2026

Powering a Greenhouse: New Service, Exhaust Fan and Lighting Power at the LA County Arboretum

Lighting & Control

Powering a Greenhouse: New Service, Exhaust Fan and Lighting Power at the LA County Arboretum

Oct. 29, 2026

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Business & Industry

Helix Electric Expands National Fabrication Capacity With Hollywood Campus

Oct. 28, 2026

As utilities are modernizing the grid and constructing new substations, they are facing long lead times on equipment such as transformers in today’s climate.

Designing and Powering the Future Grid

Oct. 21, 2026

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Business Management

Maximizing Construction Efficiency with Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)

Oct. 21, 2026

Electric Cars Charging Station Closeup Photo. Vehicle Rechargeable Batteries Charing. Future of Transportation.

Electric Vehicles

Standardizing EV Charging Infrastructure: Navigating the Wild West of Construction

Oct. 20, 2026

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