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EC&M On Air

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EC&M On Air
In this audio segment, Ellen Parson discusses the definition of "exposed" in NFPA 70E and provides guidance for electricians to ensure their installations comply with safety standards...
Sept. 14, 2026
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EC&M On Air discusses the top three award-winning products of 2026, including interviews with product developers and industry experts, providing a comprehensive look at cutting...
Aug. 24, 2026
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This edition of EC&M On Air features Shalina Gupta, a 28-year-old electrical engineer and 30 Under 30 All Star, sharing her unique blend of art and engineering, mentorship tips...
Aug. 13, 2026
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This audio segment explores critical NFPA 70E terminology that electricians need to understand to establish safe working conditions, highlighting complexities beyond basic procedures...
Aug. 10, 2026

EC&M Code Conversations

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Code Conversations
Ellen and Russ describe new NEC requirements for power control systems (PCS).
Sept. 7, 2026
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Is the inspector really responsible for finding what's wrong with your electrical installation?
Aug. 27, 2026
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Ellen Parson highlights "Understanding General Requirements of the NEC, Part 17" by Mark Lamendola.
Aug. 17, 2026
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Code Conversations
Ellen and Russ discuss the significant expansion of Sec. 110.16 in the 2026 NEC.
Aug. 3, 2026

Moving Violations

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This support solution is a major NEC violation.
Aug. 20, 2026
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Russ examines an installation that needs some support.
Aug. 6, 2026
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This blue extension cord is an NEC violation that needs to be addressed.
July 16, 2026
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This installation doesn’t have the clips required by Sec. 358.30.
July 2, 2026

Tech Talk

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Randy covers 2026 NEC requirements for Art. 706 Energy Storage Systems
July 31, 2026
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Randy examines changes to grounding and bonding requirements
July 1, 2026
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Randy explains the NEC requirements for non-power-limited remote-control and signaling circuits.
Jan. 30, 2026
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Randy goes over the relocated rules for low-voltage wiring in the 2026 NEC
Jan. 2, 2026

National Electrical Code

Learn how organized installations, thorough documentation, and internal quality control promotes improved inspection outcomes.
Sept. 15, 2026
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How much do you know about the National Electrical Code?
Sept. 11, 2026
Can you spot the Code violation in this photo?
Sept. 11, 2026
Learn how licensure grants legal authority, certification showcases advanced skills, and accreditation evaluates organizations, helping tradespeople enhance their careers and ...
Sept. 10, 2026

Design

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UL Solutions introduces a new certification program for vehicle-to-grid (V2G) systems, enabling electric vehicles to supply power back to the grid, helping utilities manage demand...
Sept. 15, 2026
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The University at Buffalo, in partnership with WeDriveU and Zenobē, has introduced eight new 40-ft battery-electric buses.
Sept. 15, 2026
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California lawmakers have agreed on legislation to regulate energy consumption by data centers.
Sept. 1, 2026
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The 2026 automotive market shows a growing preference for hybrid vehicles, which now account for 16.80% of new financing, while EV market share declines slightly.
Sept. 1, 2026

Product Sourcing & Supply

Key considerations for determining when equipment has reached the end of its practical service life.
Sept. 9, 2026
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New luminaires deliver flexible illumination in a sleek design.
Sept. 3, 2026
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How agile assembly is shaping the next evolution of electrical construction
Sept. 1, 2026
Integrated SmartAmp technology helps contractors address home electrical capacity challenges and complete more Level 2 charging installations with less added equipment.
Sept. 1, 2026

NECA Show Coverage

Stop by booth #2028 to meet the editors of EC&M and Electrical Wholesaling and enter the drawing to win a free e-bike.
Sept. 10, 2026
Anthony Rule was the big winner from our NECA giveaway!
Nov. 19, 2025
Watch some of our followers' favorite social media videos from last month, including highlights from NECA 2025 and how to replace a control panel.
Oct. 9, 2025
Trevor Ottmann shares some of the most interesting insights he took away from attending the recent NECA show in Chicago.
Sept. 25, 2025

Construction

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This year’s 2026 Top 50 Electrical Contractors post combined revenue boost of 35% for 2025 as AI-fueled construction surges.
Sept. 15, 2026
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From misplaced materials and trade stacking to labor challenges and poor planning, everyday job-site time wasters can quickly eat into project schedules and margins.
Sept. 15, 2026
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This year's Top 50 electrical contractors share details on their most notable projects from 2025.
Sept. 14, 2026
With data centers pushing Top 50 electrical contractor revenue up 35% in a single year, the real story isn't the growth itself.
Sept. 11, 2026

Maintenance, Repair & Operations

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IDEAL Electrical clears up six common myths about lever connectors, including how wires connect, port usage, push-in capability and how to verify a secure connection on the job...
Sept. 2, 2026
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Learn how to prepare your facility for a comprehensive Power Quality Survey by addressing obvious electrical issues first
Sept. 1, 2026
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Mark Lamendola highlights Art. 210 and the requirements for branch circuits.
Sept. 1, 2026
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How would you troubleshoot this hypothetical situation?
Sept. 1, 2026

Safety

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The state becomes the latest to officially adopt the 2023 NEC.
Sept. 9, 2026
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Sept. 8, 2026
This guide explains the employer's responsibility to establish an electrically safe work policy, emphasizing hazard elimination as the top priority and detailing OSHA's risk control...
Sept. 4, 2026
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Test your knowledge about arc flash safety with this quiz and enter for a chance to win a $25 gift card to Amazon!
Sept. 1, 2026

Lighting & Control

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The new online marketplace is designed to streamline sourcing and purchasing of commercial and industrial LED lighting for electrical contractors, featuring trusted brands and...
Aug. 31, 2026
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Urban lighting authority Leni Schwendinger and IALD president Andrea Hartranft headline keynotes as ArchLIGHT Summit returns alongside Dallas Design Week and DALI Summit.
Aug. 27, 2026
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Weekly Quiz on the 2026 National Electrical Code
Aug. 24, 2026
Check out Trevor Ottmann's most popular videos across our social media platforms from last month.
Aug. 13, 2026