Lightweight arc flash clothing – Enespro PPE
By: Adam Meza As Americans, we enjoy the open road. There’s something about feeling the vibration of the road under the tires and at our feet. There’s also the power and control of being able to stop, go or turn forward. One day on the road, at 55 mph or so, I began to wonder […]
TEGAM & Design World Aerospace Ground Bond Testing Webinar
Geneva, Ohio, March 9, 2020 TEGAM is pleased to partner with Design World – the leading media source for news and coverage related to the mechanical and electrical engineering design industry – for an upcoming exciting webinar on Space-Ground Bond Testing. Adam Fleder, President of TEGAM, will speak with Miles Budemeyer, Senior Editor and Supervisor […]
Product Recall: Southwire is recalling electrical outlet boxes
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has recalled nearly 3,000 sets of Garvin pop-up electrical outlet ground boxes. The reason behind all three reports was that these outlet boxes overheated, which could create a fire risk. Garvin pop-up electrical outlet floor box kits, with a stainless steel or brushed brass finish, contain two electrical outlets […]
Choosing the right backup generator for your home
Spring in Texas means powerful thunderstorms, and this year has been a rollercoaster. When I moved here a few years ago from Minnesota, an in-house electrician convinced me to buy a portable generator. I’m glad I did. Just last week, I ran my machine for two days after trees toppled power lines across the city. […]
Why do solar projects need surge protection?
Solar panels, like all electronics, are subject to voltage surges that can damage components and increase downtime. Surge protectors can help keep systems running and profitable. Think of a home or office computer. In addition to the desktop or laptop computer, there might be an external monitor, speakers, and even a printer. That means there […]
How to Get the Right Surge Protector for Your Electronics
Many electronic devices require multiple electrical outlets. For example, with a basic desktop computer, you’ll need an outlet for your monitor, CPU, speakers, wireless router, modem, printer, and any other devices you might want to plug in. Home theaters may also require multiple outlets. While the typical solution is to get a surge protector or […]
Program: Electrical Technology – Long Beach City College
Long Beach City College prepares students for entry-level work in a variety of electrical and electrical-related careers. Upon completion of the Electrical Technology program, the student will be able to install, maintain, and repair electrical equipment and systems in a safe and professional manner. Thanks to our local constituents, a $22 million bond investment through […]
I became an electrician after getting my medical degree.
This article is based on a conversation with Lexis Chomack-Abreu, a 27-year-old electrician in New York State. It has been edited for length and clarity. I got interested in medicine because my mother is a physician’s assistant. I studied medicine in school, and my goal was to become a surgeon. But now I work as […]
The best surge protectors of 2024: picked by the experts
Things to consider when purchasing surge protectors Design: The design of a surge protector is related to its shape, size, and whether it can easily accommodate devices connected to it that have large transformers. Consider whether the surge protector will be placed on a desk, on the floor, or mounted on a wall. Pay attention […]