Electrical Zone - Nov 6th, 2023
 
 
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Point2 has analyzed the 100 largest cities in the United States to reveal which cities are the most future-ready. In their analysis, they considered 30 key metrics distributed across five categories, each shedding light on a different aspect of urban innovation: Business & Technology; Internet Connectivity; Environment & Sustainability; Transit & Mobility...
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New ARISTA ALC2-R 2-Channel / ALC4-R 4-Channel Room Controllers help installers do more with less. The versatile controls offer 0-10 V dimming, plug-load control, standard ON/OFF control, and built-in advanced scheduling capabilities.

Just as more zero-emission package delivery vehicles are showing up on the road, so too are another type of human delivery vehicle: school buses. The number of battery-powered electric school buses (ESBs) in operation continues to surge, and California’s recent affirmation that no new diesel-powered buses will be allowed after 2035 marks another milestone...
Fill in the blank. Luminaires installed in Class I, Division 1 locations shall be protected from physical damage by a suitable _____.
The Electrical Safety Foundation (ESFI) and the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) asked selected contractors in seven states – Colorado, Georgia, Kentucky, Minnesota, Ohio, Texas, and Washington – what they encountered on breaker issue-related service calls over the span of a year. The results were compiled, and a general picture...
In Episode 32 of “EC&M Tech Talks,” Randy Barnett, a journeyman electrician, inspector, author, trainer, and electrical safety expert, discusses the OSHA requirements found in Part 1926 Safety and Health Regulations, Subpart K — Electrical.
When it comes to health care facilities, a strong electrical infrastructure is pivotal for powering the facility to perform at its best. From bustling nurse stations and quiet patient rooms to high-traffic main lobby atriums, electrical wiring must support every technological evolution available and provide each space with adaptable power for both ...
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If you perform electrical design work for plant/facility owners, install products and systems in these types of spaces or operate & maintain equipment in plants/facilities then this webinar is for you.

In Episode 33 of EC&M On Air, EC&M Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson sits down with four of this year’s Under 30 Electrical All Stars. Their conversation went so great that we decided to split it into two parts. In Part 1, Ellen introduces the guests: Luke Snow, Toth & Associates; Maria Ellis, M.C. Dean; Ian Smith, CDM Smith; and Jordan Emch, Oak Ridge ...
In Part 2 of Episode 33, Ellen Parson continues her conversation with four of this year’s Under 30 Electrical All Stars. They discuss industry trends, learning from older generations while embracing new technologies/methods, challenges faced as a young leader in the electrical industry, and the best advice they have received.
In Episode 24, Randy Barnett, a journeyman electrician, inspector, author, trainer, and electrical safety expert, covers questions from readers regarding the latest version of NFPA 70B. He addresses the most recent requirements along with whose role it is to enforce those rules.
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Using electric equipment and battery energy storage systems can help construction projects reduce carbon emissions, save money, and cut down on harmful machine noises.
The construction industry had 431,000 job openings on the last day of September, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey. Industry job openings increased by 56,000 last month but are down by 35,000 from the same time last year.
Minor injuries on a job are fairly normal and seldom get reported or have much consequence for the company. Lost time injuries are less common, and a company may go a long time between lost time accidents. But the difference between a minor injury and a lost time injury is often just luck.
In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc talk about whether duct seal can be used to cover the supply-side terminals to comply with Sec. 230.62(C) barrier requirements.
Take this quiz about holiday electrical fire facts and enter for a chance to win a $25 gift card to Amazon, iTunes, or Cabela’s!