September Issue 2007

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By the Bay

By Jeff GriffinUnder (Your Business)

The last time NECA’s convention and trade show was held in San Francisco was 16 years ago, and thos

Study Reveals Top Lighting Fixture Manugacturing Trends

North American lighting fixture manufacturers are optimistic about sales prospects for 2007–2008, p

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Developing Future Corporate Leadership

(Miscellaneous)

By

Darlene Bremer

September 2007

With a huge chunk of the work force approaching retirement, along with volatile economic markets and increased global competition, identifying and supporting talented employe READ MORE

New Battery Charges Energy Storage Industry

(Systems)

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September 2007

According to USA Today, a new type of sodium-sulfur-based (NaS) battery is looking to revolutionize the world of power storage. READ MORE

New Home Sales Slump Continues

(Miscellaneous)

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September 2007

Sales of new single-family homes fell 6.6 percent in June to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 834,000 units as home buyer demand continued to weaken, according to figures READ MORE

Marvin Groves Electric Wins Business of the Year

(Miscellaneous)

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September 2007

In 1974, Marvin Groves Sr. founded Marvin Groves Electric Co. Inc. to provide quality electrical work for Wichita Falls, Texas, and the surrounding areas. READ MORE

Bright Lights, Big Profits

(Lighting)

By

Pat Woods

September 2007

LEDs have been on the market long enough for electrical contractors (ECs) to know the major selling points: energy efficiency and longer life expectancy, thus reducing both e READ MORE