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Our 2023 National Electrical Code Course is Now Available!

The 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) is here! This article covers NEC history, the update process, and a chapter breakdown! Stay tuned in the months ahead for more updates.

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A Look to The Future: What Does 2023 Hold for the Security Provider

The past few years shook things up in the world – especially the security industry. Here is a look ahead to possible changes coming in 2023.

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The 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) | 5 Big Changes Coming Soon!

Here are five of the most radical changes found between the covers of the 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC)!

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Face as the Key: Understanding Facial Authentication

This article discusses facial authentication technology, its legal concerns, and its future.

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The 2023 National Electric Code Has Arrived!

The 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) is here! This article covers NEC history, the update process, and a chapter breakdown! Stay tuned in the months ahead for more updates.

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Duct Leakage Tests

The International Code Commission (ICC) mandated HVAC duct leakage testing for the first time in the 2009 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC). Since the first leakage test requirement was rolled out, extensive testing procedures and equipment have remained in the Code. Obviously, the scope of the IECC is to conserve energy. Leaking conditioned air to unconditioned spaces is wasteful and unnecessary. There are many duct sealing systems available that will fill most of the small openings around duct fittings. To seal ducts and conduct a leakage test, a HVAC contractor, engineer, or HERS rater use these specialized tools and metho

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How Today’s Energy Code Affects Mechanical System Installations

In the recent past, a mechanical contractor could install very inefficient appliances and equipment with no thought to energy costs. Energy rates were cheap; therefore, mechanical codes did not address energy usage. Mechanical code emphasis was on installation integrity, clearance to combustibles, and service space requirements. The installed equipment was very heavy and overbuilt. That all changed in the late 20th century due to several economic and environmental factors. These factors created a new buzzword: energy conservation.

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Green Buildings Need Clean Electrical Power for Sustainability

Major changes are taking place in the world around us as mankind moves ever forward into an era where reduced energy consumption and the use of renewable energy sources are now the “norm” and no longer the exception.
As new technology becomes available, along with promises of ever-increasing returns on initial investments, many business owners and homeowners are ready to become part of the green movement. There is no question that the time is right for all of us to move forward with our green initiatives.

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Our 2023 National Electrical Code Course is Now Available!

Most Recent

A Look to The Future: What Does 2023 Hold for the Security Provider

The 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) | 5 Big Changes Coming Soon!

Face as the Key: Understanding Facial Authentication

The 2023 National Electric Code Has Arrived!

Recently in

Duct Leakage Tests

How Today’s Energy Code Affects Mechanical System Installations

Green Buildings Need Clean Electrical Power for Sustainability

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