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New report amplifies concerns that the electrical engineering degree is falling out of favor, especially among U.S. residents.
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The latest technological innovation in the market delivering the most reliable power protection for large infrastructures. MegaFlex UL is a 3-phase, 480V double conversion UPS that is redefining safe, smart, and sustainable power conditioning.

In Episode 27 of “EC&M Tech Talk,” Randy Barnett reviews the purpose and methods used for measuring the quality of electrical insulation on conductors and equipment. Insulation testing is the commonly used method for several reasons. Performing a spot reading test gives a quick evaluation of the condition of the insulation. This test can identify if...
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As EV ownership ramps up, so does the need for charging infrastructure. That means plenty of major immediate and long-term business opportunities for electrical contractors.
In Episode 23 of “EC&M On Air,” a podcast series from EC&M magazine that shares industry intelligence, insights and opinions on all topics electrical, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson dives into the topic of how to reduce lost labor hours on electrical construction job sites with a panel of experts and contractors.
Fill in the blank. All electric pool water heaters shall have the heating elements subdivided into loads not exceeding _____.
As the global market continues to be pressured from recessions, increased supply chain complexity brought by geopolitical conflicts, material price increases and labor shortages, a new layer of uncertainty is making its way throughout the construction and engineering (C&E) industry.
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As EV ownership ramps up, so does the need for charging infrastructure. That means plenty of major immediate and long-term business opportunities for electrical contractors.
A look back at some interesting photos published in the pages of EC&M a century ago.
In Episode 16 of “EC&M Asks,” a video series featuring subject matter experts (SMEs) answering reader-submitted questions regarding popular electrical topics, Don Kiper, president of Electrical Estimating 101, shares six factors to keep in mind when considering using a third-party estimator.
The construction industry added 15,000 jobs on net in April, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data released today by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. On a year-over-year basis, industry employment expanded by 205,000 jobs, an increase of 2.7%.
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Review existing maintenance strategies and best practices to give insight into how you can prepare for changing standards. Leave this session armed with the latest knowledge to ensure your operations thrive in the electrified and digital future.

Since its creation in 1971, OSHA has made a huge difference in worker safety but not directly. OSHA doesn’t come on site and show people how to work safely. So, what does OSHA do?
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In this webinar, viewers will learn some basics about some of the requirements of NFPA 70E that have been put in place for the safety of electrical workers.

This year's Top 40 Electrical Design Firms exceeded expectations on basically all fronts. Reporting a combined electrical design revenue total of $3.918 billion in 2022 (the full year of data that the 2023 survey results are based on), respondents managed to come in 22.2% higher as a collective group than the year before.
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With a focus on electrical products and services, the Facilities Expo ties together all aspects of facilities engineering, MRO, and green buildings. Register for free to explore our solution packed exhibitor floor, learn from industry experts, and network!

Since its creation in 1971, OSHA has made a huge difference in worker safety but not directly. OSHA doesn’t come on site and show people how to work safely. So, what does OSHA do?
Members Webinar: Identifying and troubleshooting the most common issues with switchgear condition and how they relate to arc flash hazards
In Episode 24, we're featuring an audio-only version of a popular EC&M video on readers’ most pressing questions about arc flash hazards. In case you missed it, this content was originally brought to you in our EC&M Asks Q&A video series. This week, we’re featuring subject matter expert Tommy Northcott.
Engineering and construction costs increased again in May, according to the Engineering and Construction Cost Indicator from PEG and S&P Global Market Intelligence. The headline Engineering and Construction Cost Indicator fell to 54.4 this month from 65.2 in April but remained above 50, indicating that price increases were slightly less widespread ...
The largest annual architectural and commercial lighting trade show and conference in the world, LightFair 2023 kicked off yesterday in New York City. There was no shortage of new product innovations introduced to market. EC&M's editorial team was on hand to walk the aisles, talk with manufacturers and attendees, and pick out some of the most innovative...
The largest annual architectural and commercial lighting trade show and conference in the world, LightFair 2023 is still going strong in New York City. There was no shortage of new product innovations introduced to market. EC&M's editorial team was on hand to walk the aisles, talk with manufacturers and attendees, and pick out some of the most innovative...
In the latest episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc discuss a subject that often confuses electricians – are show window receptacle outlets required to be installed on the inside or the outside of the show window?
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