What does the average jurisdictional office look like from state to state? Let’s look at the numbers.

As we prepare for the 2016 Section Meetings, the sections and chapters hosting the meetings have been very busy planning the education programs, networking activities, trade shows, and lining up the most knowledgeable speakers and subject matter experts in the electrical industry.

So with so much volatility (and mistrust) permeating the construction world, it is little wonder bonding companies exist. No astute, responsible business person is going to gamble on a contractor (often unknown to them) disappearing in the middle of one of their building projects when there can be several million dollars in play and at risk.

To those not yet indoctrinated, commercial construction (CC) can appear daunting. Suddenly there are architects, engineers, liquidated damages, bonding, and a cast of wealthy business clients with short attention spans and scary-sounding law firms on speed-dial.

We are approaching some exciting times as an association. By now, everyone has heard that IAEI is embarking on developing a new strategic plan and governance structure for our association.

The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) published NEMA Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Fittings for Use with Rigid PVC Conduit and Tubing.