Before we begin, we should really do a quick review of the definition of “ground”...
Many people treat the NEC as if it’s the infallible word of some all-knowing electrical...
Before we begin, we should really do a quick review of the definition of “ground” or “earth” in electrical terms and what it really...
Many people treat the NEC as if it’s the infallible word of some all-knowing electrical engineer (I wish it was). When in reality...
The National Electrical Code (NEC) is a vast and complex document. Even electrical engineers and electrical inspectors who spend most...
From new electrical safety issues, to being asked to predict the soil conductivity in the earth around your client’s site, to ensuring...
A 14-year-old boy recently died in Texas after “stepping in a puddle” that had a submerged extension cord running through it. There...
The Importance of Above-Grade Bonding and Below-Grade Grounding
The National Electrical Code (NEC) is a vast and complex document. Even electrical...
Ground / Earthing rods (electrodes) are typically comprised of steel with a thin...
There is a persistent myth that installing a lightning protection system on a structure...
Electrical resistivity is the measurement of the specific resistance of a given...
From new electrical safety issues, to being asked to predict the soil conductivity...
Grounding is used to protect that person. By connecting a green ground wire from...
The National Electric Code requires that the grounding electrodes be tested to ensure...
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