| | | | | | Rules for low-voltage wiring have been relocated within the 2026 NEC and those installing these limited-energy and communication wiring and equipment must know where to find those requirements. Fortunately, the information has now been logically grouped together within the code. |
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| | | | With the end of the year right around the corner, we highlight 10 of EC&M's most influential articles of the past year, covering a variety of topics from some of our favorite subject matter experts, including Randy Barnett, Corey Hannahs, Mike Holt, and Tom Zind. |
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| | Sponsored | | Hosted by NETA – International Electrical Testing Association, PowerTest is the premier electrical power safety & reliability conference. Join the largest annual gathering of experts managing electrical power systems. Earn CEUs & CTDs. Don’t wait — register now and see you in Nashville! |
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| | | | Fill in the blank. Where the building is designed to comply with an energy code, the lighting load shall be calculated using the unit values specified in the _____. |
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| | | In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc discuss changes to test and maintenance protocols surrounding emergency systems and how they’re commissioned per the 2023 NEC. |
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| | Sponsored | Whether you’re in electrical design, contracting, maintenance, or inspection—Code Change Conference 2026 delivers what you need: NEC updates, actionable guidance, and tools to future-proof your work. Join us January 2026 in Boston! |
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| | | See which of Russ LeBlanc's Moving Violations videos were the most-viewed of 2025 — your favorite one might be there. |
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| | | Do you know an up-and-coming young electrical professional who has shown extraordinary results on the job? If so, nominate them for consideration as an EC&M Under 30 All-Star. The deadline is April 1. |
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| | | By systematically capturing and organizing project details, change orders, and informal requests, businesses can improve project visibility, enhance profitability, and ensure their crews are optimally utilized across multiple jobs. |
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| | | November of 2025 ushered in a new Code cycle and introduced the 2026 edition of the National Electrical Code. The 2026 NEC brought several significant changes and it’s important for engineers and electricians to be aware of what has been added or changed. Test your 2026 NEC knowledge with this five-question EC&M Member’s Only quiz. After submitting... |
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| | | In Episode 92 (and the final one of 2025), the entire editorial staff of EC&M are highlighting the most popular/memorable content pieces and topic areas from this past year, including 2026 NEC changes, AI, safety trends, the NECA convention, the Everyday Electrician, and more. |
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| | | Episode 91 features a special interview with Luis Llamas, a 2025 EC&M 30 Under 30 honoree, master electrician, and owner of Salvador Electric. |
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