| | | | | | Block Electric has filed a federal lawsuit against Midwest Interstate Electrical and its affiliates, alleging theft of proprietary bidding software and confidential data used to secure over 300 contracts, violating the Defend Trade Secrets Act. |
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| | Sponsored | | ABB Paralleling Switchgear delivers continuous, reliable power through seamless source transitions, smart load balancing, and advanced protection. It supports multiple generators for redundancy, boosts capacity, and reduces downtime—creating a resilient, efficient power system for critical facilities. |
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| | | | As AI workloads expand, data centers are evolving into high-density, energy-intensive facilities that require innovative cooling, modular construction, and green energy solutions, while facing challenges like labor shortages and environmental concerns. |
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| | | | Fill in the blank. Electrical equipment for fountains that is supplied by a flexible cord shall have all exposed non-current-carrying metal parts grounded by an insulated copper equipment grounding conductor that is an integral part of the _____. |
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| | Sponsored | | Businesses, municipalities, and universities from coast to coast have embraced the long-term benefits of LED lighting. However, many organizations miss out on additional benefits (e.g., energy savings, safety, occupant comfort) because they haven’t paired their LED investment with commercial-grade, LED-compatible lighting controls. With this ... |
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| | | In this Next-Gen Insights, Ellen Parson is joined by Hannah Shasserre, Project Engineer at ArchKey Solutions, to discuss what led her to succeed in the electrical industry and to become a 2025 EC&M 30 Under 30 All Star honoree. She discusses how she got started in the industry, challenges she's faced on the job and how she overcame them, her favorite... |
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| | | Focusing on the foundational processes within electrical construction projects is crucial for success. The piece discusses assessing current workflows, establishing check-in points, and aligning software tools with proven processes to maximize efficiency and profitability. |
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| | | See some of Trevor's most interesting videos from last month that we published on our social media channels, including a trick for replacing bulbs, an installation that got filled with water, and a location that wasn't very accessible. |
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| | | In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc discuss 2026 NEC changes related to the installation of receptacle outlets below kitchen countertops. This discussion examines the new Sec. 210.52(C)(4) that was added in the 2026 edition of the NEC. |
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| | | Working on or around electrical equipment can expose workers to significant hazards. NFPA 70E,® Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace® is an electrical safety standard written specifically to keep workers safe from these hazards. As NETA Certified Technicians, it is critical that we understand the information within this standard and apply... |
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| | | In Beyond Recruitment: When the Market Will Not Wait, IEC and contractor Brian Brinkmann argue that the issue is not just attracting people into the trades. The bigger constraint is what happens after recruitment—how many apprentices the industry can actually develop into fully qualified electricians as demand surges across data centers, energy, and... |
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| | | The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recently released a proposed Tentative Interim Amendment (TIA) to the 2026 Edition of the National Electrical Code (NEC). The TIA was submitted by Bryce Nesbitt, EV Plugbox LLC/EV-Seg, and has a comment closing date of May 20, 2026. |
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