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Around the Circuit
Solar Homes Bill
Could Heat Up California's Photovoltaic Market
California's solar energy market could soon get a boost
from new legislation, which calls for placing solar panels on 1 million
new and existing homes over the next 13 years. The bill, which was
passed by the Senate and supported by Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger, will
require builders to install photovoltaic systems on 15% of all new
single-family homes by 2006 and 55% of the homes by 2010. Builders must
also offer solar panels as an option on all new houses in every
subdivision with at least 25 homes by 2008. "Solar power is much more
cost-effective when included in the construction of new homes," says
Sen. Kevin Murray, D-Los Angeles, who sponsored Senate Bill 1652. "This
bill simply requires that builders phase in solar systems during
construction, reducing energy costs and air pollution at the same
time."
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EC&M
Sells 2004 Research Report on Top 50 Electrical Contracting Firms
The nation's largest electrical contracting firms faced
a slow construction market in 2003, leading to a drop in sales for half
of the companies on EC&M's fifth annual Top 50 Electrical
Contractors listing. On the bright side, however, the Top 50 posted an
average year-to-year sales growth rate of 1.4% in 2003, as compared to
an 8% decline in sales from 2001 to 2002. To learn more about these top
players, ElectricalZone readers are invited to purchase an exclusive
research report on EC&M's
Web site. The report includes a table that ranks the firms by 2003
revenues, detailed capsule summaries, colorful project photos, a list
of
the companies' contact information, and a sample cover letter and
survey.
NAED Launches
Campaign to Work with Electrical Contracting Firms
The National Association of Electrical Distributors
(NAED) is working to raise awareness among the electrical contracting
community about the value of working with an NAED-approved distributor.
The association recently published a brochure, which directs
contractors
to an online searchable directory of
NAED-approved distributors. The publication also lists tips on how
electrical contractors can reduce labor costs through clarifying
specifications, preplanning for special needs, using a distributor's
expertise, and scheduling material to be delivered directly to the
jobsite.
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Project Watch
Chesterfield
County
Public Schools Searches for Contractor to Provide Voice/Data
Services
Firms interested in providing voice/data services for
Chesterfield County Public Schools must submit their bids by 5 p.m. on
Oct. 13 to the Chesterfield County Purchasing Department. The bids
should be sent to the Administration Building, Room 402, Fourth Floor,
9901 Lori Road, Chesterfield, VA 23832-0051. Voice services include
local dial tone, Centrex, inbound/outbound PRI trunking, and
long-distance service. Data services include T-1, ATM, frame relay,
Internet, OC3, and TLS. Read the request
for proposal.
University of
Missouri-Columbia Announces Future Construction Projects
The University of Missouri in Columbia, Mo., recently
released a list of construction projects with bid dates from October
2004 to September 2005 on its Web site. The
site
lists the scope of the projects, the estimated bid amounts, and the
anticipated advertisement and bid dates. The projects include the
construction of a free-standing Swine Research and Resource Center
building and the renovation of a wing of the Medical Science Building's
third floor for the Department of Surgery. For more information, e-mail
the planning, design, and
construction documents coordinator.
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 Contractors Earn Free Merchandise From
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Introducing the Great GearSM program, a way to acquire free
gifts by collecting and redeeming
B-Line Bucks found on
B-Line's
fastener product boxes. Simply remove your B-Line Bucks from the box
label and use them to select from a wide assortment of gear in B-Line's
Great Gear catalog. To obtain a catalog and order forms, see your local
B-Line distributor, or visit our Web site at www.b-line.com
Zone Exclusives
Fighting the
Many Forms of Corrosion
You can't see corrosion happening, but you can't miss
its effects. Chris Walsh of EGS Electrical Group explains how to combat
rust and other forms of corrosion, which cause more than
$300
billion in damage per year. Visit the EC&M Web site for the full
article.
Eye on Safety
The Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI)
has expanded its Web
site
to include information on how to safely handle electrical equipment
that
has been exposed to water through flooding, firefighting activities,
and
hurricanes. ESFI partnered with the National Electrical Manufacturers
Association (NEMA) to post a 12-page brochure
titled "Guidelines for Handling Water Damaged Electrical Equipment" on
its Web site. The publication outlines which
items require complete replacement or reconditioning.
On the Job and Out to
Lunch
Everyone makes mistakes. Some are just funnier than
others. Got a story about a jobsite blunder you'd like to share? Send us your
story of embarrassing on-the-job mistakes for use in EC&M's new
column called Short Circuits. If we publish it, we'll send you a check
for $25. Read the latest stories
from your fellow readers.
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Configurations include single-sided or dual-sided multi-tap connectors
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removable plugs for entry port closure. Visit our Web site at www.ilsco.com for additional product
information.
Shows and Events
NECA Show
NECA is celebrating its golden anniversary in the City
of Angels. The association's annual trade show will take place Oct.
16-19 at the Los Angeles Convention Center. James Bradley, a New
York
Times bestselling author, will present the opening general session.
Attendees will also have the opportunity to select from a variety of
management sessions on topics such as the rules of successful
contracting, flat rate service pricing, and an overview of OSHA
regulations for electrical jobsites. NECA will also offer technical
workshops on power quality in communications facilities, the basics of
the arc-flash hazard, and improving cash flow. Download a conference
brochure or visit the NECA Web
site for more information.
Consumer
Electronics Association Industry Forum
Learn how to stay competitive in the marketplace,
network with key industry leaders, and become aware of the latest tools
and technology at the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) Industry
Forum. The event will take place Oct. 18-20 at the Fairmont Hotel in
San
Francisco. Executives from such companies as Eastman Kodak Co., Best
Buy, and Texas Instruments will lead in-depth sessions. Attendees will
also be able to participate in CEA's division meetings to help shape
the
association's public policy, technical standards, consumer outreach,
and
research programs. Download the registration
form or visit the event
Web site for more information.
Solar Power 2004
Conference and Trade Show
San Francisco, which leads the state in solar
installations, will serve as the location for Solar Power 2004. The
conference and expo will take place Oct. 18-21 at the Hyatt Regency San
Francisco. Organizers expect more than 800 executives, utility
representatives, builders, contractors, and engineers to attend the
conference. The event's program will cover business and finance,
technology adoption, and public policy issues for residential and
commercial photovoltaic applications. For more information and to
register online, visit the Solar
Power 2004 Web site.
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