| | | | | | It's almost time for thousands of electrical professionals to gather at one of the most important industry events of the year — the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) Convention and Trade Show. This year's event takes place from September 12 - 15 at the McCormick Place West Convention Center in Chicago. If you’re planning on attending, here are some of the highlights you can look forward to. |
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| | Sponsored | For over a century, Schneider Electric has been committed to delivering reliable solutions and valuable industry insights to electrical contractors to help them adapt and grow their businesses. Our connected circuit breakers and switchgear deliver real-time insights to help you make confident decisions — and keep your projects on schedule and on budget. See how our solutions can help you meet and exceed your business needs for today and prepare for what's next. |
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| | | Stop by Booth #3726 to meet Trevor and the rest of the EC&M team at this year's NECA show in Chicago. |
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| | Sponsored | Griplock’s cable suspension systems make electrical cable tray installs faster, cleaner, and easier—no threaded rod, no hassle. Reduce labor time, improve flexibility, and get the job done right the first time. |
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| | | Stop by booth #3726 to meet the editors of EC&M and Electrical Wholesaling and for a chance to win a free e-bike. When you're making the rounds on the show floor, drop by and introduce yourself to our editorial team, tell us about your business, and share ideas of what types of topics you'd most like to see as we develop new content. |
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| | Sponsored | Champion Fiberglass® is the leading supplier of fiberglass conduit and according to NECA, offers the lowest labor rates across conduit types for contractors in the electrical industry. While being the only fiberglass conduit manufacturer that is ISO 9001: 2015, ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018 certified, Champion Fiberglass focuses on quality, state-of-the-art manufacturing. |
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| | | Learn more about how you can get free EC&M/Everyday Electrician merch when you stop by Booth #3726 at NECA in Chicago! |
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| | Sponsored | GlenGuard’s insanely lightweight, seriously soft AR/FR fabric is engineered to handle whatever the workday throws your way. American-made and moisture wicking, it delivers next-level comfort and durability that stands up to the grind. When the job demands more, GlenGuard gets it done without compromising compliance or comfort. |
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| | | See some of the friendly faces representing the EC&M brand that will be at Booth #3726 this year at NECA 2025 in Chicago from September 13-15. |
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| | Sponsored | ReliaHome is the comprehensive, innovative residential portfolio under the ABB brand featuring load centers, meter combos, circuit breakers, smart panels, and more. With over 130 years of expertise and innovation, ABB provides pioneering technology, dedicated resources, and GE load center compatibility, delivering an optimized solution for complete residential energy distribution. |
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| | | Known for iconic skyscrapers and architectural/engineering feats, Chicago is home to the upcoming NECA convention to be held September 13-15. As conference-goers converge on the Windy City, we thought it would be fun to test your knowledge of this popular destination with a little trivia. |
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| | Sponsored | Can your hand hit the perfect torque? Our demo doesn’t lie – and winners score free swag! Look for us at the Hubbell booth and connect with our team of experts. Learn more about our innovative products and dependable solutions we’re excited to showcase this year. |
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| | | This photo gallery offers a sneak peek at the companies making it into the Top 20 out of 50 spots, listed in descending order and based on their 2024 electrical sales data. Find out more about the driving forces behind the key players in the electrical contracting business. |
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| | Sponsored | Don’t miss Hubbell’s innovations for electrical contractors in booth #2031 at NECA 2025 (Sept 12-14, Chicago, IL). Stop by the booth to see live demos of three showstoppers: Hubbell Wiring Device-Kellems inREACH Motorized Cord Reel, TayMac ParkPost Heads, and RACO Flat Box Conduit Support Plate. Come meet our subject matter experts and explore these time and labor-saving solutions! |
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| | | Up-and-coming electrical professionals demonstrate innovation in technology as well as commitment to learning and career advancement. |
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| | Sponsored | Our AI-enhanced Pipeline & Backlog software helps you manage your entire book of work from start to finish. By showing when jobs are coming in and when they are closing out, it gives you the tools to align the right crews with the right projects, allowing you to avoid bottlenecks and overallocation while keeping your best electricians on the job. Schedule a Demo Today to Make Your Work, Labor, and Money Visible Today. |
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| | | If you’re still eyeballing blueprints and punching numbers into Excel, you’re playing catch-up. Estimating is one of the fastest-moving areas in AI — and for good reason. It saves you a ton of time and helps you win smarter. |
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| | | “Short-term pain for long-term gain” is the Trump administration’s short answer to critics of its controversial tariff policy; higher tariffs may increase prices now, but they’re an investment in sustainable U.S. economic growth in the future bolstered by increased domestic production. |
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| | | The National Electrical Code (NEC) updates every three years and it's important for electrical professionals to stay on top of the changes in each Code cycle. That's why EC&M has teamed up with longstanding NEC Consultant Mike Holt to update our readers on the key changes made during the latest Code cycle. |
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| | | With the need for new construction employees growing at a breakneck pace, EPD, an aftermarket parts and components seller for construction and industrial machinery, has revealed the most in-demand construction jobs for 2025 and beyond. Using data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, EPD has uncovered the fastest-growing jobs in the construction industry and those set to make the most money in the coming year. |
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| | | The first update in almost 20 years, OSHA’s latest arc flash guidance is poised to make a lasting impact on safety in the electrical industry. |
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| | | In this EC&M Tech Talk Randy Barnett discusses in five different sections the concepts and rules of overcurrent protection. Overcurrent protective devices include the fuses and circuit breakers installed to open circuits in the event of a short circuit or ground fault. Operation of electrical equipment above its rating is an overload. |
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