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Green Lighting
It wasn't too long ago that being green in sports was synonymous with being a rookie. Recently, “green” has taken a 180-degree turn toward visionary. Today, it is the universal definition of sustainable high-performance products that use energy--efficient materials to support measurable results. Organizations—from Little League to the National League of Cities and NASCAR to the NFL—are identifying sports lighting as a key part of their budgets with a significant impact on sustainable operations.
Industry News
- FPL Cites Human Error as Cause of Florida Blackout
FPL Group's utility Florida Power & Light Company said preliminary results of the investigation into the four-hour blackout on February 26, 2008, indicated human error was the primary cause. More
- New Material for Capturing Carbon Dioxide from Smokestacks
With current and future regulations on carbon dioxide emissions, electrical contractors who work in coal-fired plants may wonder how these requirements will affect their work. More
- ICC Committee Sets Stage for Boost in Energy Efficiency
Model energy building efficiency codes under the 2009 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) could be strengthened substantially if action taken at the just-completed 2008 Codes Forum of the International Code Council (ICC) is upheld at the ICC annual meeting in September. More
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ECmag.com Plans Upgrades
Many of you have asked us questions regarding the functionality of our Web site. More
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S+LSS Editorial Advisory Board Issues and Trends Roundtable Discussion
Security + Life Safety Systems Editorial Advisory Board members recently gathered for a half-hour roundtable phone discussion on the latest issues, trends and new products in the six markets that S+LSS covers. More
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Welcoming 10G
As a continually growing school, Utah Valley State College (UVSC) looked to create a state-of-the-art network to accommodate the school’s remarkable growth and vision for the future. More
Featured Products
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Cool Tools: Cutting Accessories
Drills, saws and other basic power cutting tools used by electricians have changed significantly over the past several years. More
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Testers and Meters
1 Meter > AEMC’s Model 6240 10A micro-ohmmeter low-resistance tester is designed for both plant maintenance and field use. More
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