| | | | | | In this edition of Moving Violations, Russ finds some broken liquidtight that violates Sec. 110.12(B). You can also see in the video that the receptacles are not weather-resistant, which violates Sec. 406.9(B)(1). Russ explains why these violations matter. Watch now! |
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| | | | Does a clothes dryer receptacle in a dwelling unit require GFCI protection? |
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| | | | It's that time of year again — time to preview EC&M's highly anticipated Top 40 electrical design firms list for 2025, ranked specifically by electrical design revenue earned in 2024. This photo gallery offers a sneak peek at the companies making it into the top 10 spots, listed in descending order. |
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| | | Fill in the blank. Service equipment for a floating building, dock, or marina shall be elevated a minimum of _____ above the electrical datum plane. |
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| | | Article 110 provides general requirements for all installations. Circuit protective devices need to clear a fault without extensive damage to the electrical equipment of the circuit. |
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| | | In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc discuss the Sec. 314.29 requirements regarding LB type conduit bodies and where confusion can creep in. |
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| | | In this video, filmed at the NETA PowerTest 25 show, Ellen Parson interviews Megger's Volney Naranjo, Renewables Business Development Manager, and Abel Gonzalez, Senior Applications Engineer, about the latest advancements, opportunities and challenges in renewable energy. |
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| | | When it comes to memorable Code revision cycles, this edition will be remembered for making the NEC an easier document to use. Here’s a look at the top 25 revisions. |
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| | | Do you want to join Trevor and share what a day in the life looks like for you? We’re looking for more “Everyday Electricians” who work in other market sectors to showcase the unique and diverse work EC&M’s audience tackles on a daily basis. So, no matter what electrical niche you specialize in, we’d like to hear from you — the goal is sharing educational... |
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| | | Fill in the blank. The upper end of the rod electrode shall be _____ ground level unless the aboveground end and the grounding electrode conductor attachment are protected against physical damage as specified in 250.10. |
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| | | How well do you know the Code? Think you can spot violations the original installer either ignored or couldn’t identify? Hint: EMT is never enough. |
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