In petrochemical plants and refineries, there are usually many 480VAC, 3-phase receptacles scattered throughout the facility. Many times, the owner wants these receptacles to be used only for ...

Article 404 of the NEC applies to switches of all types, although the Code doesn’t include a specific definition for a switch. However, six types of switches are defined in Art. 100, which gives us a ...

Why are overhead electrical outlets a great idea? Are you always tripping over extension cords that snake all over the floor ...

Are you building, renovating, or upgrading a house or a condo … or planning to someday? Don't forget the electric outlets and switches. These are small details, but they will contribute a great deal ...

When the temperature drops and your space heaters, holiday lights, and kitchen gadgets all run at once, your electrical ...

If you've ever travelled overseas, then you're likely already familiar with how many different types of electrical plugs and outlets there are. In the US, the sockets are usually two thin vertical ...

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CONCORD — The New Hampshire State Building Code Review Board voted to adopt the 2008 National Electrical Code and approved the inclusion of a new child-safety precaution. The requirement states that ...