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    EC&M Tech Talk Video — Barriers, Boundaries, and Barricades

    Jan. 9, 2023
    In Episode 22, Randy Barnett clears up confusion regarding these terms and their definitions/applications.
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    Understanding NEC Definitions for Conduit

    April 2, 2024
    Article 100 defines "raceway," and conduit is one type of raceway "family."
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    Electrical Troubleshooting Quiz — April 2, 2024

    April 2, 2024
    Panel-related errors do not reveal the full picture. How would you direct your client to proceed?
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    Best Practices for Avoiding Equipment Failures

    April 2, 2024
    Six booby traps to disarm that cause downtime and increased maintenance

    EC&M Tech Talk — Motor Installation

    April 1, 2024
    Randy Barnett covers the major topics from Art. 430 Motors, Motor Circuits, and Controllers.

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    NETA Launches New Qualified Electrical Equipment Maintenance Contractor and Worker Program

    March 20, 2024
    New qualification program is in response to the recently ANSI-approved NFPA 70B Standard.

    NEC Requirements for Standby Power Systems

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    Standby power systems “kick in” when the normal power source is interrupted. But which type do you have?

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    Code Quiz of the Week: No. 430

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    Weekly Quiz on the 2023 National Electrical Code