| | | | | | Is that installation for real? Unfortunately, the answer is yes. Back by popular demand, EC&M presents the “best of the worst” What's Wrong Here photos from 2025. Read each hint, and then click the next slide to read the analysis from NEC Consultant Russ LeBlanc on what's behind every Code violation. |
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| | | | Episode 91 features a special interview with Luis Llamas, a 2025 EC&M 30 Under 30 honoree, master electrician, and owner of Salvador Electric. |
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| | | | Download this breakdown of the key revisions and updates every electrical professional needs to know for this Code cycle. |
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| | Sponsored | | Lead times for medium- and low-voltage (MV/LV) switchgear, transformers, and other major pieces of electrical infrastructure now average over 60 weeks. To keep data center projects on schedule, hyperscalers and their electrical contractors frequently try to cobble together everything they need from multiple suppliers. But that strategy still doesn&... |
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| | Sponsored | | EC&M Editor-in-Chief, Ellen Parson, discusses “2026 NEC Code Changes: Key Impacts for Electrical Contractors” with subject matter expert Chad Kennedy, Director of Industry Standards for Schneider Electric. In this third and final piece of three video interviews, we’ll explore several key NEC revisions around microgrids and critical... |
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| | Sponsored | | EC&M Editor-in-Chief, Ellen Parson, discusses “2026 NEC Code Changes: Key Impacts for Electrical Contractors” with subject matter expert Chad Kennedy, Director of Industry Standards for Schneider Electric. In this first of three video interviews, we’ll explore several key NEC revisions designed to protect workers and improve job... |
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| | Sponsored | Whether you’re in electrical design, contracting, maintenance, or inspection—Code Change Conference 2026 delivers what you need: NEC updates, actionable guidance, and tools to future-proof your work. Join us January 2026 in Boston! |
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| | | Siemens USA has announced a major expansion of its workforce development efforts, setting a goal to train 200,000 electricians and manufacturing specialists by 2030. |
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| | Sponsored | With a special focus for electrical professionals, the Facilities Expo has solutions for any building challenges you might face. Here you will learn from industry experts, network, and explore our solution packed exhibitor floor—all for free! |
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| | | These three videos were the most-viewed from last month, showcasing electrical wire replacements, solving mechanical/electrical issues, and more reasons to prep your work ahead of time. |
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| As 2025 comes to an end, the editors of EC&M are looking back at some of the most popular content from the year. This article presents five of the best lighting & control articles that were featured in either the magazine or our Illumination Insider newsletter. This year's highlights include a range of topics such as hybrid lighting control systems... |
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| | | Solar energy is a significant factor in today’s electrical energy market. NETA Certified Technicians need to understand how solar panels function and become familiar with best practices for testing and maintenance. |
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| The holiday season is here! To help you celebrate, Group Editorial Director Mike Eby has compiled his annual list of products that any electrical professional would love to unwrap this year. |
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