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...
A new generation of building automation technology, as well as new open standards, are prompting contractors to upgrade the wiring and hardware for each facilities’ intelligence. The changes in standards and trend toward IP...
The digital transaction system known as Blockchain is a nascent technology that may be getting an outsized share of hype. Right now, it is confined to usage with cryptocurrencies, such as Bitcoin. However, analysts, energy...
Lighting controls in large public spaces have evolved differently than those for offices and homes. The 24/7 operation of healthcare facilities, airports and train stations means lights are always on and at maximum output. As...
Construction modeling using 3-d laser scanners is becoming common on large construction sites, such as data centers, and electrical contractors can expect to see more of these devices—and more requests for them—on projects of...
