NFPA 70E Training and Purpose
NFPA 70E training stands out as the cornerstone of electrical hazard protection. In the field of occupational safety, where potential risks loom large, ensuring worker well-being is crucial. However, simply complying with NFPA 70E standards is not enough; Comprehensive training is essential to understand its importance and ensure its effective implementation. So, what exactly is […]
Residential solar panels may not be as cost effective as promised
A new report shows that the cost of residential solar panels may not save people money on electricity. AUSTIN, Texas – Beware before you buy solar panels: Rooftop solar sales pitches can be misleading. In Texas, the electric grid is regulated by the Public Utilities Commission. The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) manages the […]
Electrician 2023 | Rayan Electrical Services
Click to enlarge Ryan Electrical Solutions has built a solid reputation, providing residential and commercial electrical services, generators, and audio/visual systems. In business for nearly 30 years, the company has grown to 40 employees. According to Anne Getz, whose father, Dennis Ryan, started the business in 1994, “When we ask new customers, they tell us […]
Mr. Sparky Spot Light – Whole Home Surge Protectors
BLUEFIELD, West Virginia (WVVA) – On this week’s Mr. Sparky Spotlight, Jeffrey Holley and Lee Lewis talk about how to completely protect against a power surge in your home. Protecting your home can save you a lot of money if electricity runs into your home. If you would like to protect your home with whole […]
Best outlet location for motorized blinds
KB Electric LLC recently installed motorized blinds for a new client. In fact, the customer called to say that five electricians he called told him they couldn’t do this project. We were amazed, to say the least! Let’s learn what motorized blinds are, their different types, and the best location of outlets for hard-wired electric […]
Small grants were awarded to the Philadelphia Metropolitan University
From Philadelphia and the Pennsylvania suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what do you want WHYY News to cover? Let us know! James Ely remembers being with his stepfather, a home electrician, when he was about 12 years old in the early 1970s in Philadelphia. “Reluctantly, at that,” Eli laughed as he sat in front […]
Condoit gets $4.25 million to create better software for electricians
Condoit announced it has closed a seed round led by The Westly Group with participation from Fontinalis Partners, Navitas Capital, C2 Ventures, Studio Management and a strategic investment by leading global wire and cable manufacturer, Southwire. BIRMINGHAM, AL, April 17, 2024 (Newswire.com) – Condoit, the leading platform for digitizing the electrical industry, today announced it […]
BYD’s $10,000 Seagull EV is teasing its rivals when it reaches new markets
Chinese company BYD will launch the cheapest electric car in Europe next year. Ahead of its official debut, BYD’s $10,000 Seagull EV has caused a stir among foreign rivals. BYD is in full swing. Earlier this year, it announced a “liberation battle” against gas-powered vehicles and launched its cheapest electric car, the Seagull Honor Edition. […]
Gen Z Americans are more open to Chinese electric cars than you think: study
The potential presence of Chinese electric vehicles in the United States has quickly become a hot-button issue. We’ve noticed very polarized reactions to our reporting on the Beijing Auto Show. However, the difference between what someone says online, what an elected official would say behind a podium, and what people really think can often be […]
Volkswagen postpones the launch of the ID.7 EV in the United States, and the electric microbus remains unchanged
Volkswagen announced on Wednesday that it will delay the arrival of its ID.7 electric hatchback in the United States and Canada. VW has not provided a revised timeline for the ID.7’s arrival. The 2025 model year was originally scheduled for later this year. In a statement about the delay, it cited two reasons behind the […]