24 States Embrace New Electrical Code, Keep Kids Safer
from the National Electrical Manufacturers Association
Since January of last year, building and legislative officials across the country have embraced the 2008 National Electrical Code® (NEC), including its new child electrical safety requirement. With 24 states operating under the new Code, growing numbers of children and families can benefit from continuous protection against electrical injuries. More

Fire Protection Research Foundation Seeks Input for Profiles of Residential Power Consumption
from the Fire Protection Research Foundation
There has been a large change in the number and nature of electrical devices in the American home since the tables used by NEC® Article 220 Branch-Circuit, Feeder and Service Calculations, were established more than three decades ago. The Fire Protection Research Foundation wants to validate the basis for the load calculation methodology of Article 220 of the National Electrical Code by developing baseline information on typical profiles of electrical loads in today’s residences. The organization is asking for your help. More

Branch-Circuit, Feeder and Service Calculations
from Electrical Contractor Magazine
It is essential for the professional electrician to know where to find load-calculation requirements and understand how to perform the calculations in accordance with the National Electrical Code. Loads must be calculated before selecting conductors, overcurrent protective devices, switchboards or panelboards, and even raceways. Understanding and following load-calculation requirements is necessary before sizing branch circuits, feeders and services. More

Understanding Fire Pump Controller Applications
from EC&M
Fire pump controllers are control panels containing electrical components, such as circuit breaker, switches, relays, and other devices, dedicated to the operation of fire pumps. The devices within a fire pump controller panel perform such functions as: receiving signals from alarm devices, such as pressure operated switches, sprinkler alarm valves, or remote fire alarm equipment; activating motor control devices to provide electric power to motors driving fire pumps; and monitoring fire pump operation and performance. More

Ohio City’s Stricter Building Codes Don’t Stand up during Court Challenge
from Business First Columbia via the San Antonio Business Journal
Known across Central Ohio for its restrictive rules on residential appearances, the city of Dublin is facing a court decision that opens the gates to more lenient building standards. But the court also ruled that city-established codes governing electrical service are permissible. More

Two Canadian Contractors Died from Generator Fumes
from The Star
Two Brampton-based contractors found dead last week inside a home they were renovating, were killed by the fumes from a gas generator, the family of one of the men said. An electrical inspector found Quiceno Osorio, 54, and Jesus Omar Sanchez Ortiz, 21, inside the home west of Bobcaygeon, Ontario. More

North Dakota Electrical Board Advises Caution
from KXMB-TV
After suffering damages caused by flooding, it may be instinctive to immediately begin the cleanup process. The North Dakota State Electrical Board would like to remind North Dakotans to use caution when dealing with water-damaged electrical equipment. Electrical wiring and equipment that has been exposed to flood waters can be extremely dangerous if not examined and repaired or replaced. More

Six Florida Schools Equipped with 'Next Generation Solar Education Stations'
from BusinessWire via Forbes
Florida Power & Light Company will install cutting-edge solar power arrays at six schools in its service territory to help teach future generations about the benefits of renewable energy. Each school receiving a 'Next Generation Solar Education Station' will be able to generate emissions-free electricity and provide students with a hands-on tool to learn how solar power works. More