| | | | | | One of the most important areas covered by the National Electrical Code (NEC) is the installation and selection of luminaires (aka “light fixtures”) — essential electrical equipment used in residential, commercial, and industrial lighting applications and systems. This handy article covers fixture type selection, terms associated with luminaires, location... |
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| | Sponsored | | Join our webinar to discover the critical importance of proper PPE selection, particularly for those facing arc flash hazards. Gain essential insights into selecting, maintaining, and implementing FR/AR garments, including crucial guidelines for protective base layer clothing to mitigate burn risks. |
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| | | | The editors of EC&M are back to present the three most popular The Everyday Electrician™ videos from last month! In case you missed them, these social media videos were Trevor Ottmann's most popular in August 2024. Trevor is the president of 3/O Electric in Bennet, Neb. Read this article to watch the embedded Instagram reel or click the links to view... |
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| | Sponsored | | Discover cutting-edge methods for ensuring zero voltage and explore UL 943C compliant products designed to safeguard against electric shocks in our upcoming webinar. Gain critical insights into CSA and NEC guidelines that enhance safety, making this session essential for professionals dedicated to elevating workplace safety standards. |
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| | | | Ellen Parson, editor-in-chief of EC&M, sits down with electrical testing and safety expert Mose Ramieh, vice president, business development at CBS Services, at the NETA PowerTest24 Conference, which was held in late February in Dallas and sponsored by the InterNational Electrical Testing Association (NETA). |
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| | Sponsored | | The Workplace Safety Academy offers safety managers, technicians, and engineers the latest tools and techniques including: personal protection equipment, fall protection, management strategies, ergonomic tools, codes & standards, emergency response, employee training, and more! |
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| | | In this EC&M Tech Talk, Randy Barnett, NFPA Certified Electrical Safety Compliance Professional, demonstrates how to safely use a high potential test set (HiPot) as he conducts an AC Dielecrtic Withstand Test. |
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| | Sponsored | Facilities Expo combines electrical solutions, MRO, and green building expertise under one roof. Explore the free expo floor, attend industry talks, and network with professionals. |
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| | | Fill in the blank. In kitchens, dining rooms, and similar areas of dwelling units, receptacle outlets for countertop and work surfaces that are _____ or wider shall be installed in accordance with Sec. 210.52(C)(1) through (C)(3). |
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| This photo gallery, sponsored by Zekelman Industries, offers a sneak peek at the companies making it into the Top 20 out of 50 spots, listed in descending order and based on their 2023 electrical sales data. Find out more about the driving forces behind the key players in the electrical contracting business. |
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| One of the most misinterpreted and misapplied NEC requirements in the electrical industry industry is power service to electric fire pumps. See why this problem should never occur due to the critical nature of a fire pump's function. |
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| Ellen Parson, editor-in-chief of EC&M, sits down with subject matter expert Ben Clark, director of technical training at RESA Power, at the PowerTest24 Conference, which was held in late February in Dallas and sponsored by the InterNational Electrical Testing Association (NETA). This video interview not only highlights key takeaways from his session... |
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| Take a look at some of the innovative project photos sent in by Top 50 companies this year, representing the diverse scope of work that helped many of them reach record revenue levels in 2023. Photos are shown in alphabetical order by company name. |
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| | | Learn more about the three products that secured the top spots for this year's POTY competition: Eaton's KwikRail cable tray, Lex Product's PowerRACK for outdoor use, and ABB's Spec Setter safety switch. |
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| This author examines the effects of marina basin background current (sometimes called foreign or stray current) on the measurement of AC leak age from boats — as is commonly made by clamping the shore power cord with an ammeter. He concluded that the effect of background current depends on whether it originates from the same or opposite leg (L1/L2)... |
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| In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc discuss Sec. 406.9 of the NEC and how the requirements in this Section relate to vending machine installations. |
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| The new conference will be held October 13th–15th, 2024 at the Hilton Anatole in Dallas. |
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| Test your EV knowledge with this quiz and enter for a chance to win a $25 gift card to Amazon! |
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