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Target: Government Assets
by
Joseph M. Kelly
| June 2003
| under
  • Safety

While international terrorists plan their next attacks on government assets, the government is quickly and decisively ramping up its defenses in this post-9/11 society. You cannot even mention “government projects” without at least alluding to the events of Sept. 11, 2001 or homeland security.

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PVC Conduit Underground, Disconnect for Residentia
by
George W. Flach
| June 2003
| under
  • Systems

CODE CITATIONS Article 210 Branch Circuits Article 220 Branch Circuit, Feeder and Service Calculations Article 250 Grounding Article 352 Rigid Nonmetallic Conduit: Type RNC Article 422 Appliances Article 430 Motors, Motor Circuits, and Controllers Article 514 Motor Fuel Dispensing Facilities Article

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Safe at Home?
by
Wayne D. Moore
| May 2003
| under
  • Residential

Residential opportunities abound for ECs According to the most recent National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) analysis, almost 75 percent of all reported structure fires occurred in homes. In a 1997 survey performed for the NFPA, 53 percent of U.S. residents feel safest from fire at home.

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Making the Grade
by
Jennifer Leah Stong-Michas
| May 2003
| under
  • Systems

A system assessment is essentially a comprehensive overview of the structure, layout and functionality of any given system. In the world of electrical contractors, we are more often than not referring to networking systems, even though the same methodology applies to electrical systems.

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NM Cables Installed in Temporary Installations
by
Mark C. Ode
| May 2003
| under
  • Systems

Article 305 for temporary wiring in the 1999 National Electrical Code has been relocated to Article 527 covering temporary installations in the 2002 NEC.

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Healthcare Facilities Offer Unique Challenges
by
Thomas P. Hammerberg
| May 2003
| under
  • Your Business

Are fire alarm system requirements for healthcare facilities different than for other occupancies? Are the requirements for fire alarms different from one code to another? Today, there are two new building codes available.

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Opportunities and Challeges Continue to Grow in the Fire/Life Safety Systems Market
by
Wayne D. Moore
| May 2003
| under
  • Systems

The estimated installed market value of fire alarm systems in commercial facilities is valued at nearly $3.3 billion. It is estimated that systems installers account for more than half of this market value (55 percent). This information is based in part on the “U.S.

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Team Effort Pays Off
by
Deborah L. O'Mara
| May 2003
| under
  • Your Business

Known as a city of high winds and equally blustery politicians, Chicago and its surrounding suburbs are also hailed as a nucleus of distinguished healthcare institutions.

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Systems Contractors: Where Do You Fit In?
by
Gerard W. Ittig
| May 2003
| under
  • Your Business

Some time ago, a friend of mine who worked for a construction management firm explained one of his company’s philosophies.

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Who Watches the Watchmen?
by
Jennifer Leah Stong-Michas
| May 2003
| under
  • Systems

Backing up your backups—aka redundancy—is critical Having backup for the backup to the backup is the only way to go in power and systems. For the healthcare market, which provides critical and comprehensive care 24/7, it’s a necessity.

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Jersey City Medical Worth the Wait
by
Deborah L. O'Mara
| May 2003
| under
  • Your Business

First Phase of Medical Center Completed The construction of a new medical center is welcome news to the Jersey City community. Jersey City, N.J., has changed. Located in Hudson County and within sight of the majestic Statute of Liberty, it has grown and redeveloped—gentrified if you will.

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Healthy Healthcare Security
by
Joseph M. Kelly
| May 2003
| under
  • Your Business

When my 4-year-old son required hospitalization in March, the parent in me was happy with the facility. But the editor in me paid close attention to security systems and procedures, seeking holes—ways intruders could dodge the system and gain access.

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ADA and Its Impact
by
Wayne D. Moore
| April 2003
| under
  • Your Business

Working with conflicting standards In the 13 years since Congress signed the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) into law, contractors have experienced confusion over exactly how the law affects fire alarm systems and what role they must play in complying with the law.

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Bridging the IT Gap
by
Jim Hayes
| April 2003
| under
  • Systems

It’s easier when you speak the language

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Wire Cutting and Paralleling
by
A. Lee Chichester
| April 2003
| under
  • Systems

A little innovation goes a long way More than 25 years ago, Rexel’s Upper Marlboro (Md.) Regional Distribution Center came up with a value-add to improve service to contractor customers. Among the first to take advantage of Rexel’s wire cutting and paralleling service was Dynalectric Co.

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PBX Systems - Then and Now
by
Jennifer Leah Stong-Michas
| April 2003
| under
  • Systems

The more things change . . .

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Securing New Jersey Schools with Grant Money
by
Susan M. Casey
| March 2003
| under
  • Your Business

On Oct. 31, 2002, a 15-year-old boy was shot in the stomach by another 15-year-old at Lincoln High School in Jersey City, N.J. The next day, another student was attacked blocks from campus. The incidents caused a community outcry, prompting calls for heightened security.

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CCTP Technology Converges Security with IT
by
Joseph M. Kelly
| March 2003
| under
  • Systems

A new closed circuit over twisted pair (CCTP) surveillance system developed by data communications distributor Anixter Inc., in conjunction with manufacturer partners Philips CSI, Belden Wire & Cable, and Middle Atlantic, effectively melds digital closed circuit (CCTV) technology with a local ar

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Securing the Education Market
by
Joseph M. Kelly
| March 2003
| under
  • Your Business

School systems, colleges and universities are investing heavily to ensure their facilities adequately protect students from an increasingly unstable outside world.

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Motor-Operated Appliances
by
Mark C. Ode
| March 2003
| under
  • Systems

Article 422 of the 2002 National Electrical Code covers electrical appliances used in dwellings, commercial facilities and some industrial installations. Many appliances utilize only electrical power.

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