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    Electrical Construction & Maintenance: Volume 121, Issue 12

    A Tale of Two Construction Outlooks

    Jan. 4, 2023
    How market perceptions coincide with economic forecasts
    Fig. 1. When cables or raceways are installed underground, they must have a minimum cover per Table 300.5.
    Fig. 1. Not all underground conductors of the same circuit have to be installed in the same raceway.

    Wiring Methods, Part 1 of 2

    Dec. 16, 2022
    Do you know the rules for installing cables, conductors, and raceways?
    December New Product Showcase

    New Product Showcase: Fittings, Fasteners, Hangers, Accessories — December 2022

    Dec. 16, 2022
    Check out the latest product innovations in fittings, fasteners, hangers, and accessories.
    By embracing the digitization of fire and life safety codes and standards, electrical professionals can stay up to date wherever they are.

    The Benefits of Digitized Codes and Standards for Electrical Contractors

    Dec. 16, 2022
    Three reasons contractors should have access to information anytime, anywhere, and on any device

    More content from December 2022

    Courtesy of Eaton.
    A representation of types of operational technology (OT) systems in a commercial building.

    How to Safely Secure Operational Technology Networks

    Dec. 16, 2022
    Prioritizing electrical safety and cybersecurity for critical networks
    Photo 2. Had the electrical contractor not seen an opportunity to prefabricate the entire headwall as a preassembled section, then all of the work would have been completed on the job site as originally scheduled. Recognizing this opportunity saved thousands of hours.

    Why Paying Attention to Branch Circuit Work On Electrical Jobs Is So Important

    Dec. 16, 2022
    Having a "don't sweat the small stuff" attitude can cost you, especially when it comes to the often overlooked impact of branch circuits on a job
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    Forecast Opener

    2023 Construction Forecast

    Dec. 13, 2022
    Business conditions in the electrical construction market could prove to be more challenging in 2023, but some fast-growing market segments and new federal incentives are poised...
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    What's Wrong Here? Hint: Is That an Extension Cord I See Below the Sign?

    Dec. 5, 2022
    Can you spot the Code violation in this photo?
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    Practically Speaking: Clarification Needed on GFCI Requirements

    Dec. 5, 2022
    Some patience may be needed while waiting for this rule to evolve.
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    Illustrated Catastrophes: Mismatched Wiring Methods

    Dec. 5, 2022
    See the latest code violations from NEC Consultant Russ LeBlanc.