Electrical Industry Articles and Stories

Keeping hospital balance sheets profitable is a challenging proposition for healthcare organizations. That’s certainly one reason why so many have undertaken lighting upgrades over the last decade to move to more efficient LED lamps and fixtures.

Exterior residential wall construction is receiving more attention these days, especially in areas now prone to dangerous weather conditions. Traditional wood-frame approaches can have difficulty withstanding extreme winds, flooding, and wildfires, and both building departments and home insurers are taking notice.

Uncle Bob and Aunt Betty's two-story farmhouse was a haven for my brother and me during our childhood. While it didn't boast modern amenities, the old-fashioned radiators under each window ensured a cozy warmth throughout the house. These radiators were a blessing during cold winters, providing a spot to dry our snow-soaked gloves.

The concept of 3D printing, also known as additive manufacturing, initially surfaced in the 1980s, thanks largely to the innovative work of engineer Chuck Hull. Hull invented a process called 'stereolithography', or SLA, a method that allowed for the creation of 3D models layer by layer, literally bringing ideas to life. It was a revolutionary breakthrough that sparked the beginning of the 3D printing era.

In a world where electrical efficiency and streamlined design are of primary concern, the mini power center is quickly becoming a staple piece of equipment for electricians, general contractors, and electrical industry experts. It's small, it's powerful, and it's reshaping the way we manage electricity, on the jobsite and in the facilities we serve.

It’s hard to believe that it was just three years ago that much of the country was on red alert status thanks to Covid. Researchers were still learning more about the new virus, but one thing they were sure of was that it spread through the air, which made air purification systems a new priority for any place people gathered in large numbers.