September 20, 2017
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BendWorks Software is a first of its kind add-in software application for Autodesk Revit and Revit MEP that helps designers more efficiently optimize electrical conduit runs. BendWorks Software ensures that all conduit runs are error-free and export-ready for prefabrication or on-site bending with most Greenlee benders, saving time and reducing cost for the electrical contractor.
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In this issue: Master Electrician Steve Beeby Discusses the Challenges Facing Small Electrical Contractor Companies
Owning your own business is something many of us have dreamt of doing. Who wouldn’t want to be their own boss? It is a valid question that many entering the electrical trade consider. However, dreams tend to create an image that doesn’t always suit reality. Surviving in the residential electrical market involves a lot of out of the box thinking and as we have said and can’t stress enough, hard work. To gain insight into the various challenges faced by small electrical contractors EIN sat down with Steve Beeby, Master Electrician, and owner/operator of Beehive Electric, as small residential electrical contracting company based in Elmvale, Ontario.
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Watch a portion of the interview conducted by Electrical Industry Canada with Steve Beeby of Beehive Electric
Now in its 24th edition, the 2018 Canadian Electrical Code, Part I includes a number of significant updates and changes to better help electrical workers in the safe maintenance of electrical equipment and create safer electrical installations.
This edition features important revisions to many sections. For example, Section 26 now mandates the use of tamper-resistant receptacles in additional areas where children may be present. Section 62 now requires ground fault circuit interrupter protection for heating devices and controls in proximity to tubs, sinks, and shower stalls. Section 10 has been updated, reorganized, and significantly reduced in length.
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Tools for the Trade
IDEAL Industries has introduced Combination Drill Taps to its tool lineup. Combining the ...
Stripping and crimping device, 100 - 240 V input voltage, for insulated ferrules with a ...
Professional all-in-one cutter/stripper for coaxial and twisted pair cables
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Klein Tools' Coax Explorrer 2 tests coaxial cable and maps up to 4 locations
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Ideal Industries' T-14 wire stripper s are ideal for all professionals working within the ...
The ATS850 conveyor eliminates all types of electro static discharge requirements. ...
Lorik Tool & Automation has the experience and ability to manufacture a variety of ...
Ideal Industries' 26 piece insulated Journeyman kit is ideal for new electricians or for ...
Klein Tools Deluxe Fish Rod Set comes in 19 pieces that when assembled can fish wire and ...
BendWorks Software was designed to help electrical contractors adopt this new process ...
Sean Freeman is a vibrant, enthusiastic and selfless individual who has taken his trade expertise beyond that of a simple career. Not only is he a Master Electrician but he has traveled around the world as an electrical technician delegate with the Red Cross Emergency Response Unit. His skills are a vital part of emergency response and disaster relief.
In 2013 Sean responded to Typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines. In 2014 Sean spent almost a month in Kenema, Sierra Leone working at the Ebola Treatment Centre. There he was responsible for ensuring electricity and clean water were available, and worked to strengthen the infrastructure of the facility.
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