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6 E L EC TR I C AL CONNEC T I ON
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SUNSMART SOLAR
Think about solar installations the same
way you think about sunscreen, writes Gary
Busbridge. Simply buy quality products.
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GOT THE POWER
Power factor correction can lead to additional
business for electrical contractors. Phil Kreveld
covers the considerations.
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HITTINGTHEMARK
On 1 March 2016, the three existing compliance
marks contractors will be familiar with are
being consolidated into a single compliance
mark - the RCM.
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CONNECTION
ELECTRICAL
Regulars
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INDUSTRYNEWS
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PRODUCTNEWS
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NECANEWS
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TRAININGDIARY
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TRADESTUFF
Features
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BATTERYBUSINESS
As energy storage solutions enter the market, electricians
should get up to speed with the new technology.
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GIVEUPS?
Technical aspects of the uninterruptible power supply
will be of interest to electrical contractors. Phil Kreveld
provides an overview.
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FIREDUP
The first part of this series described how heat stems from
current in a resistive element, and how faults can cause
fires. George Georgevits now outlines some cases.
Certifying trade
Need a cash flow boost? Renewable energy
certificates mean you can get thousands of
dollars for a few pieces of paper.
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TOOLS
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TIPS
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TRANSPORT
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EIGHT IS ENOUGH
As interest in Category 8 cabling applications
increases, Patrick McLaughlin asks suppliers for
insight on the new protocol.
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FINDINGTHE PATH
A proposal to include a requirement for in-
building telecommunications pathways and
spaces in the National Construction Code has
been put forth by the ABCB.