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A peek inside a typical British residential energy panel

No matter what field you work in, it is interesting and useful to know how others do it. This is especially true for electrical distribution systems, where standards and practices vary from country to...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Obituary of Frank Wedge – CO

Frank Wedge Obituary Franklin Otto Wedge, 67, of Bailey, Colorado, a commercial electrician and lifelong government employee, died Friday, October 26, 2012. Frank was born November 1, 1944, in West...

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...