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October 2012

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In the Lab and Beyond

By Jeff GavinUnder (Your Business)

It is often said there is nothing new under the sun.

Gearing Up: Electric Vehicles

By John Paul QuinnUnder (Green Building)

In his 2011 State of the Union address, President Obama said, “With more research and incentives, we

The LED Revolution Carries On

By Craig DiLouieUnder (Lighting)

More than 8 billion lamps illuminate the United States, accounting for nearly 20 percent of all elec

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Mark of Safety

(Safety)

By

Mark C. Ode

October 2012

From marking equipment and conductors at the factory to field-marking with signs where electrical hazards exist, there are hundreds, if not thousands, of marking requirements READ MORE

‘Termineter’ Tests Smart Meter Security

(Systems)

By

Rick Laezman

October 2012

While complaints about inaccuracy and the invasion of privacy may be unfounded with smart meters, security worries may be more legitimate. READ MORE

Parallel Conductors, Threaded Pitches and More

(Codes & Standards)

By

Charlie Trout

October 2012

If you have a problem related to the National ElectricalCode (NEC), are experiencing difficulty in understanding a Code requirement, or are wondering why or if such a require READ MORE

NFPA 70E 2012 Marks Full Year of Improving Safety and Adding Value

(Safety)

By

Dennis F. Quebe

October 2012

As previously reported, the second annual NECA Safety Professionals Conference (NSPC) started with a big bang—a series of them, in fact. READ MORE

DOE Invests Heavily In Energy Storage R&D

(Green Building)

By

Rick Laezman

October 2012

As the use of renewable power, electric vehicles (EVs) and the smart grid become more widespread and integrated, one challenge also becomes more apparent: storage. READ MORE

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Cool Tools: Portable Labeling Tools

No electrical or datacom project is finished until everything has been accurately labeled. READ MORE

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