| | | | | | Electrical contractor merger and acquisition activity slowed in 2025, according to a recent report, but the outlook for more deals involving both private equity stakes and contractor growth through acquisitions remains strong. |
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| | Sponsored | | When projects move fast, your conduit supplier must move faster. RMC delivers galvanized and stainless conduit, strut, and ECN with deep inventory, in house fabrication, and nationwide fulfillment from CA, TX, and FL, helping distributors, contractors, and engineers keep projects moving, reduce delays, and maintain reliable product availability when it matters most. |
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| | | | NEMA's certification program enhances the U.S. infrastructure sector by verifying that electrical products like EV chargers and traffic signs meet Build America, Buy America standards. The new specifications facilitate compliance for federally funded projects, supporting domestic manufacturing and supply chain resilience. |
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| | Sponsored | | Modular overhead power distribution systems such as Track Busway allow facilities to adapt as layouts change. This article outlines how to size busway ampacity and select single- or three-phase configurations for flexible, code-compliant power. |
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| | | In this episode of EC&M On Air podcast, host Ellen Parson, Editor-in-Chief of EC&M, speaks with industry experts from Henderson Engineers, CannonDesign, and Augmenta about how artificial intelligence is reshaping design and construction workflows in the electrical industry. |
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| | | At PowerTest26, Shaffer highlighted the ongoing demand for electricity driven by electrification, data centers, and AI, and discussed strategies for businesses to navigate market uncertainties through disciplined focus and understanding long-term trends. |
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| | | As energy codes primarily address new construction, Building Performance Standards (BPS) target existing buildings to meet evolving energy and emissions thresholds, often with penalties for non-compliance. Electrical contractors can leverage this knowledge to advise clients on energy-efficient lighting, controls, and system flexibility to ensure ongoing... |
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| | | The article traces the evolution of emergency lighting from early standards to current performance-driven codes, highlighting the importance of UL-certified products, on-site testing, and innovative control systems—including wireless solutions—for reliable occupant egress during power failures. |
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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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| | | Total nonresidential construction spending was virtually unchanged in January, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data published by the U.S. Census Bureau. On a seasonally adjusted annualized basis, nonresidential spending totaled $1.245 trillion. |
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