Maintenance, Repair & Operations

Everything electrical professionals need to know about MRO, including technical advancements and trends in the maintenance, repair and operations of electrical equipment and systems.

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Photo 2. This worker is attaching the current clamp from a power quality analyzer to a feeder conductor supplying a three-phase panelboard in a data facility. Study power quality to track down some of those “mysterious” equipment problems.
Aug. 19, 2024
Avoiding these common mistakes in electrical system evaluation and diagnosis leads to increased efficiency and reduced downtime.
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Photo 3. Forward-thinking lighting manufacturers have designed and engineered plenum-access luminaires that allow access to the equipment in the ceiling by providing a panel or opening within the unit itself. This engineering simplifies ceiling layout, prevents the disruption caused by removing a luminaire, and permits a quick return to full function.
April 11, 2025
An analysis of the unique role luminaires play in reducing unplanned downtime.
conductor requirements
April 11, 2025
Correctly implementing conductor requirements involves more than just looking something up in a table.
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April 10, 2025
In Episode 68, get to know Wes Newton, a 2024 EC&M Under 30 All Star, and learn insights for young leaders in the industry.
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April 10, 2025
See which of Trevor Ottmann's videos our social media followers enjoyed the most last month!
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Avoiding Situational Complacency on Electrical Job Sites
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April 1, 2025
Commercial and residential electrical systems vary widely in their needs, and it's important to know which repair companies are available nearby. A few national leaders emerge...
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Cybersecurity Measures for Electrical Maintenance Professionals
April 1, 2025
Six common mistakes that can lead to a security breach
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Electrical Troubleshooting Quiz — April 1, 2025
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How would you respond to this cybersecurity threat as a newly hired plant electrical engineer?
Understanding Advanced Risk Factors for Electrical Safety with Lanny Floyd
April 1, 2025
In this video, filmed at the NETA PowerTest 25 show, Ellen Parson interviews Lanny Floyd on electrical safety topics.