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This week’s code contest: No. 470

Take this weekly quiz to test your knowledge of the 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements. The code quiz includes three questions presented in a fill-in-the-blank or multiple-choice format...

It’s Exciting: Sparks Fly Between Industrial Electricity and Eden Strahler | News, sports, jobs

Aden Strahler stands at the entrance to the Washington County Career Center where he is a senior in the electrical program. (photo provided) VINCENT – For Aden Strahler, a curiosity about the ins and...

How many amps does a well pump use?

The number of amps a well pump uses depends on its horsepower (HP), voltage, and efficiency. Here is the detail: 1/2 hp well pump Voltage : 120 volts 120V: ~9-10 amps 240V: ~4-5 amps Cable size: Up to...

The Mesh Web: Navigating the Security and Privacy Risks of Overlay Networks

Residential proxies and decentralized physical infrastructure networks (DePINs) are technologies that enable end users to participate in semi-anonymous connections similar in function to virtual...

All-in-one RJ45 crimping tool

As network speeds and Power over Ethernet (PoE) With increasing wattage, crimped RJ45 (8P8C) plugs are being used less and less in permanent network installations. However, there are times when...

The ACT is celebrating the milestone of 10,000 electric vehicles and is ahead of the rest of the country

The Australian Capital Territory is celebrating a major electric vehicle (EV) milestone, announcing last week that it had registered more than 10,000 electric vehicles. The Australian Electric Vehicle...

Tesla’s focus is on the long term, and its positioning leads to a huge new price target

Tesla’s focus on sustainable energy and disruption across sectors, combined with its current position as a leader in those sectors, has led to a huge new price target from the Wall Street firm...

8 household items you should never plug into a power strip

Power strips are a godsend for managing multiple devices, but they’re not the answer to all your electrical needs. “As a residential electrician, I have encountered a large number of problems...

The 4 most important considerations for parking lot lighting design

December 18, 2024 Consider these factors to create a successful parking lot lighting design. A well-lit parking lot is essential to the safety, security and functionality of your commercial property...