| | | | | | The U.S. construction industry faces a cautious 2027, with rising interest rates, geopolitical issues, and economic slowdown impacting demand. Despite challenges, data centers and office sectors show resilience, hinting at a potential long-term rebound. |
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| | Sponsored | | When something goes wrong in a power system, knowing what happened is only half the story. The Trystar SER-32e captures state changes with 1 ms timestamp accuracy across up to 48 digital inputs, giving teams the event data needed to reconstruct the sequence, identify root causes and accelerate troubleshooting. [trystar.com] |
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| | | | At NECA 2026, industry professionals explored how AI is shifting from a futuristic concept to a practical tool for electrical contractors. Key themes included data standardization, AI-driven project management, and visual intelligence, with experts urging proactive adoption to leverage AI's full potential and maintain industry leadership. |
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| | Sponsored | | Connect digital engineering with standardized enclosure systems and production processes. Eplan and Rittal help reduce repetitive work, improve consistency and create a more efficient path from electrical design through panel production—helping teams get more done with existing resources. |
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| | | | At this year's Las Vegas show, NECA celebrated its 125th anniversary, highlighting its rich history through special exhibits, including the first issue of The National Electrical Contractor from 1901, emphasizing industry resilience. |
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| | Sponsored | | Your safety training is only as effective as the workers it reaches. Learn how to overcome frontline training barriers, boost engagement and retention, improve compliance tracking, and build a connected, frontline-first training program. |
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| | | Fill in the blank. At carnivals, fairs, and circuses, equipment that is _____ to the general public and supplied from a 125V, single-phase, 15A or 20A branch circuit shall be GFCI-protected. |
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| | Sponsored | Streamline commercial projects with a time-saving Lighting Contractor Box from Intermatic. These all-in-one, UL-listed lighting and load controls replace à la carte control boxes and stackable contactors, saving contractors time and money in the field. Available in 3-pole, 4-pole, 8-pole, and 12-pole models. Applications range from strip malls and parking lots to schools and corporate campuses. |
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| | | Fisk Electric, a subsidiary of Tutor Perini, has won a $24 million contract to provide electrical services for a confidential data center in Houston, featuring prefabrication of modular containment systems and electrical infrastructure. |
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| | Members Only | 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. |
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| | | Abernathy discusses the role of electrical inspectors and the importance of understanding the distinction between Code requirements and design enhancements. |
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| | | Electrical equipment is selected by a design engineer for a specific purpose. This includes operating within the manufacturer’s specifications, as well as how it functions within the system. |
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