Cost of Replacing an Electrical Panel in 2024 – Forbes Home
There are several factors that can affect the cost of replacing an electrical panel, including the amperage in the new box. Move the plate If you need to move your electrical panel in addition to replacing it, this will raise your bill. The cost of transportation typically ranges between $1,000 and $3,000 depending on the […]
Fire performance tests for submarine cables
Fires, smoke emissions and toxic fumes can pose a real threat to life and equipment in small, enclosed environments such as commercial or cruise ships. TOXFREE® Low Smoke Halogen Free (LSHF) submarine cables are manufactured and tested to the most demanding fire requirements. The standards applied to offshore installations are based on EN […]
Comparison of CMR cables vs. CMP cables
CMR (Communication Multipurpose Cables, Riser) and CMP (Communication Multipurpose Cables, Plenum) cables are network cables used in buildings. They are CAT5e, CAT6, CAT6A and CAT8 cables, which are rated for use in a building. CMP and CMR have different specifications and uses based on the environments in which they can be safely installed. What are […]
The analysis weighs upgrade options to achieve gigabit symmetric services
The era of DOCSIS®️ 4.0 networking has arrived, and the technology provides a cost-effective and competitive upgrade option for cable operators on their path to multi-gigabit symmetric services. Given this, CableLabs has conducted a comprehensive analysis of the financial implications associated with the deployment and operation of various access network technologies. More specifically, our analysis […]
Electricians’ wages increase in 2023 (2024 data)
In April of 2024, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that wages for electricians had increased nationwide. Additionally, demand for electricians is expected to increase faster than average as well. This is great news for the industry and anyone interested in becoming an electrician. Updated numbers from the Bureau of Labor Statistics show that in […]
Electrical personal protective equipment: protection against arc flash hazards
Investing in high-quality electrical PPE, comprehensive training, and compliance with safety standards is essential to promoting a culture of safety and preventing accidents in electrical work environments. Among the various hazards electrical workers face, arc flash incidents rank high on the list of potential hazards. An arc flash is a sudden release of electrical energy […]
The new Arc Flash Awareness Day on June 7, 2024 aims to improve safety
This summer, protective apparel specialist ProGARM is leading the first-ever Arc Flash Awareness Day (AFAD) on June 7, 2024. We live and breathe arc flash, but we know from feedback and industry insights that not everyone feels confident in their knowledge of arc flash hazards and how to keep people safe. So we’re bringing together […]
John Walter, founder of Walter’s Wholesale, dies –
John Walter, founder of Walter’s Wholesale Electric in Southern California, has died peacefully at the age of 97. John founded the company in 1952 with his father, Les Walter. Under John’s guidance, the company has grown into a major national supplier. John grew with small contractors, then added the additional work of energy management, infrastructure […]
Save space and solve application challenges with hybrid and proprietary cables
As industrial, medical and automated machines become smarter and more interconnected, they increasingly require a wider range of cables. These cables, including power, data, control, Ethernet, hydraulics and pneumatics, can make for a complex design — where space is often at a premium. They must also be able to withstand harsh conditions. Combining many individual […]
Electrical students prepare for their future careers – Business Journal Daily
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – After seeing his brother work as an aircraft maintenance technician, Sam Adams was inspired to follow in his footsteps. Adams, a Howland University student, is in the electrician program at Trumbull Career and Technical Center and works at Gitner Electrical Services in Warren when he’s not in class. TCTC’s Week-A-Winter program allows […]