Electrical Industry Articles and Stories

Electrical contractors will play a role in EV purchasing as buyers consider charging options. Charger amperage and vehicle acceptance rate matter. Adapters ensure compatibility between charging port styles, so buyers needn't worry about future purchases.

If you think you’re seeing the word “electrification” more often these days, you’re right. It might seem confusing that addressing energy use means using more electricity, but that’s exactly what’s happening as more people are turning to plug power – and away from fossil fuels – for driving, cooking, clothes drying and water heating.

Energy efficiency isn’t just a buzzword. It's a necessity for businesses looking to reduce costs, enhance operational efficiency, and contribute to environmental sustainability.

As an expert contractor, you know that homeowners are always seeking the latest and greatest in home entertainment technology. One solution that has been gaining popularity in recent years is the structured media center for wireless networks.

Switchboards are critical to the dependability of any electrical power installation because they represent that pivotal point at which incoming power supply is divided into separate circuits, controlled and protected by fuses and switchgear, metered, and then divided into a number of functional units for its given applications. In general, switchboards distribute power to transformers, panelboards, control equipment, and to system loads.

Think of cable distribution for either power or data, and you might first picture overhead racks, either solid or ladder-style, loaded with wiring, with dropdown channels for access to the equipment being served below