Published:
January 2013

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Featured Articles

'Made in America' Making a Comeback

By Chuck RossUnder (Your Business)

With doom and gloom being the predominant message regarding U.S.

On The Agenda 2013: OSHA Outlook

By Joe O'ConnorUnder (Safety)

While Congress is preoccupied with sorting out financial issues, President Obama’s re-election is no

You're Outta Here: Removing Abandoned Cable

By Julie KnudsonUnder (Systems)

The National Electrical Code requires that cabling must be removed if it isn’t properly tagged for f

2013 Construction Outlook

By Jeff GavinUnder (Your Business)

In 2012, you could have felt hopeful about the economy on any given day.

Showstoppers 2012

By Jeff GriffinUnder (Your Business)

In October, 20 exhibitors at the 2012 NECA Show in Las Vegas received Showstopper awards.

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MVP Candidate

(Systems)
By
Darlene Bremer
January 2013
Today’s electrical contractor plays an important role on the security team and provides critical talents and skills required to install and service security systems.
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Study Finds Solar a Bargain for New Jersey and Pennsylvania
(Green Building)
By
Mike Breslin
January 2013
A recent study by the consulting firm Clean Power Research showed that solar power in New Jersey and Pennsylvania delivers value to the electric grid that exceeds its cost by READ MORE
A Dangerous Combination

(Safety)
By
Diane Kelly

January 2013
in our industry, accidents often involve electricity. Beyond the risk of shock and electrocution, electricity generates extreme heat and arc flashes, which can cause fires. READ MORE
Meet The Future

(Green Building)
By
Dr. Thomas E. Glavinich

January 2013
Many electrical contractors wonder if energy services will remain a viable market in 2013 and beyond. READ MORE
Global Renewable Demand, and Investment, on the Rise
(Green Building)
By
Rick Laezman
January 2013
Two studies released recently confirm commonly accepted solutions to climate change are swelling on a global scale. READ MORE

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Products Featured In This Issue

Multimeter
AEMC Model 5231 and 5233 TRMS digital multimeters have a nonelectrical contact testing (NCV) function for detecting live electrical circuits. READ MORE
Work Bench
Knaack Storagemaster's rolling work benches are offered in eight models in a range of sizes and load capacities. Models 45, 47, 49 and 63 (mechanic’s tool chest) have 6-in. READ MORE
Enclosure
Rittal Corp.’s TS8 turn-key enclosure is a 16-fold frame with popular options and accessories preinstalled. READ MORE
Dimming Module
Thomas Research Products’ step-dimming module offers easy bilevel dimming control for LED luminaires. READ MORE
Winch
Bloom Manufacturing Inc.’s modular LS80K Lift-Safe planetary winch has a powerful 65,000 lb. lifting capacity. READ MORE
Media Converter
ComNet’s CNMCSFP variable rate electrical-to-optical media converter is a single-channel universal media converter that allows the user to select 10/100 Mbps transmission by c READ MORE
Time Clock
Ingersoll Rand Schlage HandPunch GT-400 biometric time clock is a programmable, ATM-style kiosk with soft keys and a large display field that allows information such as lists READ MORE
Connector Caps
Caplugs’ AS138 Series protective caps for circular electrical connectors are available in 26 sizes, with 27 more coming soon. READ MORE
Inverter
Siemens Industry Inc.’s Sinvert PVM UL inverter converts solar energy into grid-compliant AC voltage for infeed into conventional power supply networks. READ MORE
Lamp
Halco Lighting Technologies’ 15W ProLED BR30 dimmable lamp features a high-powered LED in 3,000K color temperature with a flood beam spread and produces 750 lumens with 82 CRI READ MORE
Wrench
BURNDY’s HIW716MAG low-pressure hydraulic impact wrench MAG Series (machined aluminum, gerotor) is designed for linemen and contractors needing power, reliability and enhanced READ MORE
PDU
HP’s 12-outlet HP intelligent power distribution unit automatically tracks and monitors rack-installed devices, including blade and nonblade servers, storage, and third-party READ MORE
Receptacle
Cooper Wiring Devices’ Patrol combination LED nightlight-GFCI receptacle has a lockout feature that effectively renders the receptacle inoperable if improperly wired or trippe READ MORE
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