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In every episode, EC&M Editor-in-Chief and NEC Consultant Russ LeBlanc sit down to discuss difficult-to-decipher concepts surrounding the 2023 National Electrical Code in 10 minutes or less.
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New NEC Rules Regarding Power Control Systems (PCS) (opens the original)
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In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc discuss 2026 NEC changes related to a new requirement regarding power control systems (PCS). Russ explains the new rules for PCS added by Sec. 120.7 and what electrical contractors need to know about this requirement.
Inspection Is Not Your Quality Control Program (opens the original)
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Is the inspector really responsible for finding what's wrong with your electrical installation? In the latest Code Conversations, Paul Abernathy sits down with Ellen Parson and explains why electrical contractors should perform their own quality-control check before calling for an inspection — and how a simple pre-inspection walkthrough can prevent failed inspections, save time, and build better relationships with inspectors.
Understanding General Requirements of the NEC, Part 17 — EC&M Code Conversations Highlights (opens the original)
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In EC&M Code Conversations highlights, Ellen Parson, editor-in-chief of EC&M, is highlighting some of the most popular Code content from the magazine and website, but this time brought to you in audio form, in case you missed it. In this episode, we’re featuring "Understanding General Requirements of the NEC, Part 17" by Mark Lamendola. This episode continues with Art. 110 of the Code and discusses the requirements for systems operating over 1,000VAC or 1500VDC (nominal).
Section 110.16 Arc-Flash Hazard Marking, Other Than Dwelling Units: The Biggest Code Change of 2026? (opens the original)
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In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc discuss 2026 NEC changes related to an expanded requirement regarding arc flash hazard marking in other than dwelling units. Russ explains the major expansion to Sec. 110.16 and what changed with the arc-flash labeling requirements. He also explains why he thinks this might be the biggest change in the 2026 NEC.
Meet Paul Abernathy, EC&M’s Newest Code Expert (opens the original)
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In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson sits down with Paul Abernathy, EC&M’s newest NEC expert. Paul is the executive director and founder member of the Certified Master Electrical Code Professional (CMECP) program administered by the Electrical Code Academy, Inc., where he is CEO, president, and chairman of the board. He has served the electrical industry since 1986 in a variety of capacities, from licensed electrician to owner/operator of electrical contractin
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