November 2012: Tools and Equipment

 

Featured Articles

Put Your Backup Into It: Backup Generators

By Susan M. CaseyUnder (Systems)

The June 29, 2012, derecho storm, which traveled from the Midwest to the Mid-Atlantic, knocked out p

A Good Host

By Joe O'ConnorUnder (Safety)

Large corporations and general contractors have evaluated the safety programs and performance of sub

Head in the Cloud: Construction Management Software

By Darlene BremerUnder (Your Business)

Are you still using spreadsheets and file folders filled with project documents to manage projects a

Tool Trends 2012

By Jeff GriffinUnder (Your Business)

Serious concerns may remain about the U.S.

Training Day: Lighting Solutions

By Susan BloomUnder (Lighting)

With lighting and communications technology evolving rapidly, lighting manufacturers are under press

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Is Switching the Neutral OK?
(Codes & Standards)
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November 2012
The other day, A manufacturer inquired about switching the neutral in a branch circuit and whether the 2011 National Electrical Code (NEC) would permit a switched neutral for READ MORE
Online Resources Aid ECs
(Green Building)
By
Darlene Bremer
November 2012
With electricity demand in the United States predicted to grow by at least 40 percent by 2032, business could be impacted by higher operating costs and reduced profits from in READ MORE
Sizing Conductors, Part XVIII
(Codes & Standards)
By
Charles R. Miller
November 2012
When sizing conductors, more is involved than just selecting a copper or aluminum conductor with the right ampacity from Table 310.15(B)(16) (formerly Table 310.16) in the Nat READ MORE
What a Tragedy
(Codes & Standards)
By
James G. Stallcup
November 2012
A good client summoned me to investigate an accident that occurred when a maintenance electrician was replacing a 30-ampere (A), bolt-in circuit breaker. READ MORE
Commission and Close Out
(Green Building)
By
Thomas E. Glavinich
November 2012
Steps No. 8 and No. READ MORE

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Cool Tools: Thermal Imagers
Thermal imagers are playing an increasingly important role as a diagnostic tool for immediately identifying potential problems by quickly scanning electrical system connection READ MORE
Tools and Accessories
1 LADDER > Werner’s compact, three-section extension ladders reduce to 20–25 percent shorter than standard two-piece extension ladders in the closed position, which aids in READ MORE
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