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Solar Power Lighting: A Bright Opportunity for Installers and Electricians

There it is again! That cat’s chasing rabbits in my garden again tonight. I knew something was tearing things up in there at night, so I installed a set of solar powered floods on the top of the gate.

Gardner Bender

Understanding Electrical Conduits and Their Associated Bending Tools

Electrical installations require an understanding of various components, chief among them being electrical conduits and the tools used to shape them. This article aims to shed light on the different types of rigid electrical conduit and the appropriate bending tools required for each.

Klein Tools, Inc.

Today’s Hard Hats Offer Options for Contractors (and Cavers)

I became aware of the importance of hard hats as a teenager, when friends invited me to join their school’s caving club. It was a Catholic school, and one of the religious brothers who taught there would lead club members through mapped caves once or twice a month.

Smart Performance, Everyday Convenience - Intermatic ETW Series 365-Day Programmable Wi-Fi Timer

Signify

Network Connections: Wired, Wireless … and Something On the Lighter Side

Wired Ethernet and wireless connections represent the two primary methods for connecting devices to a network in modern computing. Each has distinct features, advantages, and disadvantages.

Allied Moulded Products, Inc.

To Filter or Not to Filter – It’s a Question With Enclosures

Electrical contractors can face a conundrum when it comes to electrical enclosures. While the entire point of the enclosure is to protect the sensitive electrical equipment its covering, the resulting lack of air circulation can, itself, cause damage.

Legrand North America

Creating the Ultimate Home Theater: A Guide for Electrical Installers

Ah, the home theater. It's not just about watching movies or bingeing on the latest TV series anymore—it's about creating an immersive, cinematic experience right in the comfort of your own home. As an electrical installer, you're in a unique position to guide your customers towards achieving this dream.