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One Way to Handle a Worker Shortage: Get Manufacturers To Do Your Work For You
It’s not a secret that the construction industry is facing a significant
labor shortage. Even with wages on the rise, contractors are challenged
to find qualified workers. In February, Associated Builders and
Contractors reported the industry needed to hire almost 650,000
additional workers on top of the normal pace of hiring in 2022 to meet
the existing labor demand.
Southwire Company
Building Wire – NM Cabling
If you're an electrician, you're probably familiar with the various
types of building wire, from residential to commercial to industrial.
You're likely cognizant of the NEC® regulations for each area. It's not
unusual for some head scratching and confusion on some of them. So my
best advice when in doubt, contact your local or state inspections
office for clarification.
Legrand North America
Raceways: Off the Wall Ideas For Electrical Installations
I've been an industrial electrician for over 30 years. So when somebody
says raceway, I naturally think of the big box over a Motor Control
Center. Of course, there are those smaller boxes over sets of starters
that are often called gutters. But they're raceways nonetheless.
Eaton
Three Ways to Add Value to Home Transfer Switch Installations
Millions of Americans have spent hours or days over the last
several years without power, thanks to hurricanes, winter storms and
deliberate outages related to wildfire risk.
With
severe weather conditions like these on the rise, many homeowners now
are looking for ways to keep their houses up and running even when their
utility’s grid is down.
Arlington Industries, Inc.
So, What’s Your Floor Outlet’s Cover Story?
Electrical cover kits occupy a unique place in building design,
addressing a need for functionality that doesn’t compromise style.
Additionally, depending on where contractors are installing these
devices, concerns about accessibility and the potential to create trip
hazards also might need to be addressed.
Brady Worldwide, Inc.
Effective Cable Identification Improves Installation and Troubleshooting
Whether in a panel shop or on the job, conductor and cable
identification is critical for efficient and effective workflow. There
are many ways electricians and builders mark cables. Some are not the
best solutions, but they work.
