What is Soil Resistivity and How Does it Affect Grounding?
Proper grounding proves to be an important issue when designing and installing power and lightning protection systems. The goal of any grounding system is to provide a low-impedance path…
HVAC and Plumbing Trends for 2019: Efficiency and Technology Lead the Way
Predicting the top trends for 2019, a recent article in PHCP Pros anticipated energy- and water-efficient homes, clean and efficient HVAC and plumbing, and prefabrication and 3D design….
Winter Insurance Claims and How to Beat Them
The recent polar vortex left a long trail of damage and inconvenience in its wake, with buildings, homes and cars suffering damage in the storm. AccuWeather.com even estimated…
Factors That Affect Seismic Bracing Needs
Components of a Quality Seismic Protection System When it comes to quality seismic protection system, several potential hazards should be accounted for, but necessary components can be simplified…
Winter Tips: A #LoveWinter Blog Roundup
The polar vortex may be winding down, but now building owners are having to deal with the aftermath of the extreme cold. The storm caused massive damage to…
The Most Influential 2019 Trends for Electrical Engineers and Contractors [Plus Other Expert Predictions]
We may already be a few weeks into the new year, but there is still time to catch up on what many industry publications predict for 2019. As…
Benefits of Using a Rigid Bracing System
Buildings can be safeguarded from damages of earthquakes—and subsequent days of downtime and unsafe conditions for tenants—through approved installation of seismic bracing. To aid in this, nVent CADDY offers…
Winter Storm Hacks that DON’T Work
This year, there has already been a fair amount of Winter storms in North America, and around the world. These Winter storms have closed roads and schools, canceled…
Debunking Myths About Prefabrication
Prefabrication is undeniably beneficial in the long term for contractors, installer and site owners. However, some perceive prefabrication practices as difficult. Although the benefits outweigh the drawbacks, such…
The Challenges Offshore Vessels Face in Cold Climates
Ever since the discovery of large quantities of natural resources in arctic environments, governments have been attracted to further exploration and development of oil. In addition to the…