The Everyday Electrician

Discover Trevor Ottmann’s expert advice on efficient wire pulling, managing multiple spools, and maintaining outdoor motor control centers to ensure safety and optimal performance.

In this episode, Sophia Piatczyc shares her passion for sustainable solutions and renewable energy, highlighting the four pillars of successful engineering and her work with the Society of Women Engineers.

Trevor Ottmann shares his exciting experiences from the first day of NECA 2026, including booth visits, networking, and participating in fun challenges. He highlights the event's energy and his anticipation for upcoming activities.

In this episode, EC&M's Ellen Parson sits down with Wesco's David Speidelsbach and Andy Jimenez to explore how AI is influencing the next generation of data center electrical systems.

Trevor Ottmann shares his experiences from Day 2 at NECA 2026, highlighting industry trends, product innovations, and his favorite moments on the show floor, including a special pre-show event hosted by Southwire.

Discover the behind-the-scenes of the NECA show commute as Trevor Ottmann documents his walk from the Luxor Hotel to the Mandalay Bay Convention Center, offering a quick-paced glimpse into the daily routine of an electrician attending the event.

The 2026 NEC re-located information on systems and equipment over 1000 volts ac, 1500 dc, nominal. These distribution voltages in facilities are often referred to as “medium voltage.” Though there is no official definition in the NEC, there is reference to use of the term medium voltage and it is explained in this EC&M Tech Talk.

Abernathy discusses the role of electrical inspectors and the importance of understanding the distinction between Code requirements and design enhancements.

The National Technical Institute in Las Vegas marked a milestone with 180 graduates, including 40 electrical technicians, who gained practical experience by remodeling the campus and installing essential systems, boosting local workforce readiness.

NTI's Phoenix campus introduces a new 64-hour Data Center Technician program, developed with industry partners to equip students with skills for installation, maintenance, and operations, with guaranteed interviews for graduates.

This year’s NECA Show in Las Vegas was too big to cover in one day. The Everyday Electrician Trever Ottmann and Editor Michael Morris hit the show floor again on the second day to check out what they missed on day one. There was no shortage of interesting new products for them to see! This gallery showcases some of their booth visits and the products...