Napa Valley is world-famous for its vineyards, fine wines, tasting rooms and restaurants for those who seek a distinct experience. Such companies have a unique set of requirements for electrical installations, especially...
Fueled by dropping prices and better storage capacity, the rate of solar installations is either holding steady or growing in multiple sectors across the United States. In the first quarter of 2018, the U.S. market installed...
Lanco Electric Inc., Leechburg, Pa., is at work on a series of projects aimed at water treatment upgrades and intelligence—most recently completing three projects for two authorities: West View Water Authority and the...
As construction becomes more high-tech, contractors can choose from an array of software and apps that claim to boost revenue, satisfy customers and increase efficiency. Selecting solutions means researching the options and...
Keeping stadium sound systems up-to-date requires some specialized skill: everything from keeping up with changing technology, working at dizzying heights, coordinating around public events and sports seasons, and harsh...
Electrical inspectors are an asset to a construction project, yet, for many contractors, their arrival on the work site can cause anxiety. Building a good relationship with your inspectors requires part skillful adherence to...
Millennials now outnumber all other generations in the workforce, out-populating baby boomers and Generation X. Ideally, their skills are going to drive construction and electrical contracting forward to meet the needs of...
Until recently, contractors installing LEDs didn’t need to focus on the design—considering how the lighting will perform within a specific location and whether it matches the customer’s expectations. But electrical contractor...
If utility lines serve as the lifeblood to electrical systems, stations that feed those lines are the heart, so upgrading those stations to meet growing, changing demands is critical. However, only a limited number of...
When corporations communicate from their meeting rooms across multiple sites and cities, many use technology from companies that specialize in these kinds of high-tech solutions. Conferencing and collaboration solutions are a...
While solar power becomes more common and less complicated to install, some contractors have found a niche in specialty installations that require more expertise and adaptability. These projects offer opportunity for skilled...
Late one Friday night in May 2016, a massive electrical fire consumed the majority of Wirco Alloy Engineering and Casting Foundry (Wirco-AECCO) in Champaign, Ill. The fire, sparked by a shorted-out fan, quickly ignited the...
