Current Issue – July 2008
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Challenges & Opportunities: 2008 Profile of the Electrical Contractor
For more than 50 years, ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR magazine has listened carefully to its readers through a biennial survey that delves into how electrical contractors conduct their businesses. The data opens our eyes to what is truly happening on job sites around the country and on the front lines of electrical construction. More
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Industry News
- Adoption of 2008 National Electrical Code Gains Momentum
Public officials in several states have embraced new safety standards, voting to adopt the 2008 National Electrical Code (NEC) with minimal or no amendments, and America’s heartland has taken the lead on acceptance. More
- Nation's First Helmets to Hardhats Graduate
The National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) desired to help America’s servicemen and women who, after being honorably discharged, were in need of a career, not just a job. More
- Texas Under Siege from 'Crazy Ants'
According to the Associated Press, Texas has been invaded by a breed of ants that is attracted to electrical equipment. More
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July Quiz with Correct Answers and Explanations
Once a communications cable is installed, proof of proper installation is needed to get the customer to accept it (and pay your bill). More
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IG Receptacles in Patient Care Areas
How many equipment grounding conductors (paths) are required to be installed for a branch circuit supplying patient care areas when the governing body of the healthcare facility specifies isolated grounding (IG) receptacles for specific medical equipment? This question comes up far too often in the field to be left without a thorough explanation. More
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Where Did You Come From? Where Did You Go?
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) is a method of identification using radio waves. More
Featured Products
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Cool Tools: Labeling Tools
A list of basic tools needed by electricians usually includes pliers, wire strippers, fishing tools, measuring devices, other basic hand tools and power tools. More
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Vehicle Equipment
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Security + Life Safety Systems
This issue: Focus on Government…