February Issue 2009

Featured Articles

Highlighting History

By Claire SwedbergUnder (Miscellaneous)

On April 14, 1865, President Abraham Lincoln was shot during a performance at Ford’s Theatre in Was

Learning to Delegate

By Jerald RoundsUnder (Your Business)

In last month's column, we explored the sentiment common to supervisors and managers of the constru

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The Green Do-Over

(Green Building)

By

Jeff Gavin

February 2009

Navigating today's uncertain economic waters demands strong planning, sharp instincts and steady nerves. READ MORE

Obama Expected to Spend More to Save

(Miscellaneous)

By

February 2009

According to the Washington Post, growing concerns over global warming and rising fuel prices are spurring the resurgence of energy conservation programs and the introduction READ MORE

As Wireless Use Grows, Landlines Getting Forced out of the Home

(Miscellaneous)

By

Rick Laezman

February 2009

It makes sense that, as more households opt for wireless connections, landlines will be cut. A new study by the Centers for Disease Control confirms that. READ MORE

The Mark of a Good Product

(Codes & Standards)

By

Mark C. Ode

February 2009

A requirement for short-circuit current rating was added in the 2005 National Electrical Code (NEC) to Section 430.8 covering motor controller marking, to Section 440.4(B) cov READ MORE

Ohio Grants Solar Power to Its People

(Green Building)

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February 2009

According to the Cleveland Plain Dealer, Ohio has unveiled a $3.5 million renewable energy program to boost the use of wind power and solar water heating systems in the state. READ MORE

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Products Featured In This Issue

Cool Tools: Lithium-Ion Technology

In 2005, Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp. READ MORE

Cables, Conduit and Cable Tray

1 Cable > Honeywell’s Genesis series jacketless cables are held together by a tight, continuous twist to allow the installer to easily separate data and coaxial cable comp READ MORE