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EC&M On Air

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EC&M On Air — Insights on Recruiting & Training the Future Generation of Electricians
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This episode features Michael Catalano, master electrician and high school guidance counselor, on how high school programs are training young electricians, addressing industry...
June 22, 2026
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In this episode, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson introduces Managing Editor Ellie Coggins as the new host of Next-Gen Insights, highlighting upcoming features and the 30 Under 30...
June 11, 2026
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May 28, 2026
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Trevor Ottmann, the face behind EC&M's The Everyday Electrician, joins the podcast to discuss some of his best videos.
May 26, 2026

EC&M Code Conversations

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Code Conversations
Ellen Parson highlights "Understanding General Requirements of the NEC, Part 15" by Mark Lamendola.
June 15, 2026
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Ellen and Russ discuss Sec. 555.9 in the 2026 NEC.
June 1, 2026
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Ellen Parson highlights "Understanding General Requirements of the NEC, Part 14" by Mark Lamendola.
May 18, 2026
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Ellen and Russ LeBlanc discuss 2026 NEC changes related to a new requirement about field marking of EVSE enclosures.
May 4, 2026

Moving Violations

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Russ explains a few different violations with this installation.
June 3, 2026
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Russ highlights a raceway violation
May 21, 2026
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Russ inspects a rusted installation near the ocean.
May 7, 2026
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Russ looks at some sign wiring that needs attention.
April 16, 2026

Tech Talk

EC&M Tech Talk — Motor Control Circuits and the NEC
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Randy explains the NEC requirements for non-power-limited remote-control and signaling circuits.
Jan. 30, 2026
EC&M Tech Talk — Low-Voltage Wiring: Limited-Energy and Communication Wiring
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Randy goes over the relocated rules for low-voltage wiring in the 2026 NEC
Jan. 2, 2026
EC&M Tech Talk — Changes to the 2026 National Electrical Code
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Randy Barnett explains new Articles, a commonsense grouping of information, and the relocation of existing information.
Dec. 1, 2025
EC&M Tech Talk — Methods of Grounding and Bonding
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Randy Barnett covers some of the most often used NEC rules for making grounding and bonding connections.
Nov. 1, 2025

National Electrical Code

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Test your knowledge of the NEC with this challenging question.
July 2, 2026
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Starting September 1, Wisconsin's Department of Safety and Professional Services will enforce a new electrical safety code based on the 2023 NEC standards.
June 30, 2026
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Weekly Quiz on the 2023 National Electrical Code
June 29, 2026
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June 25, 2026

Design

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The new Amazon data center in Missouri marks a major investment, expected to bring thousands of construction jobs and long-term employment.
June 23, 2026
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The company has launched a new certification to address need at large-scale data center projects.
June 16, 2026

Construction

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June 29, 2026
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Product helps contractors accurately locate buried conduit in the field
June 26, 2026
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With HED, Royal Oak, Mich., as a design partner, NTT fashioned a cutting-edge, 205,000-square-foot data center in 2024 in Itasca, Ill. HED’s electrical design contribution for the CH2 Data Center featured the use of prefabricated modular electrical enclosures; resilient power strategies to protect uptime and flexible distribution tailored to client needs; and use of a digital model that brought in all parties in real time, which minimized delays and rework without sacrificing technical rigor.
This year’s Top 40 electrical design firms see a double-digit revenue boost amidst more demand concentration in the data center space.
June 12, 2026

Training

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How to Reduce the Cost of Safety Training
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June 18, 2026

Maintenance/Repair/Operations

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Predictive maintenance methods have advanced thanks to new technologies, such as Internet of Things (IoT) enabled devices that can continuously monitor the health of electrical systems.
Electrical services has evolved from reactive maintenance to advanced condition monitoring, utilizing real-time data and predictive maintenance.
June 12, 2026
Troubleshooting harmonics
Understanding the causes, consequences, and mitigation strategies for harmonic distortion in today's increasingly complex electrical systems
June 9, 2026
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From the EC&M e-books library: How to diagnose power quality problems when they arise
June 3, 2026

Safety

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June 18, 2026
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Discover the top three social media videos from Trevor Ottmann in May 2026, showcasing expert tips on signal wire identification, potentiometer calibration, and efficient enclosure...
June 11, 2026
Receptacles
Do you understand the NEC installation requirements that make receptacles safe for users?
June 10, 2026
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Elevating Safety: Essential Tips to Prevent Falls and OSHA Citations
Working at elevation entails special risks. Do you know how to protect yourself against them?
June 10, 2026

Lighting & Control

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