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Grounding of metal buildings
Whatever satisfies your inspector is probably all that you are legally required to do.
What is the difference between neutral and...
The neutral wire or “grounded conductor” is a normally current-carrying conductor, whereas the ground wire is a normally non-current...
Statement of Methodology for the NERC Geomagnetically-Induced...
The North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) is a not-for-profit international regulatory authority whose mission is...
What is the rod distance required by the...
Generally speaking “best practice” would indicate that the closer you install the rod to the panel, the better
Can an insulated copper conductor be used...
You may not use insulated wire for your below-grade ground system. This would be a clear violation of every imaginable code, standard,...
How to calculate fault current in electrical...
An important concept to remember about transformers is that a transformer is actually “two halves of two circuits”.
How To Stop Copper Pipe Corrosion With Electrical...
Grounding is a key component in reducing corrosion caused by galvanic action.
What are the lightning protection standards...
There are two standards you will want to look at, the NFPA 780 and the UL96A standard, which provides the Master Label certification...
Do I need a grounded conductor in my subpanel...
You may NOT run an “ungrounded” electrical circuit within a “grounded” electrical system. The “Grounded Conductor”, also called the...
Why separate the ground bar from the neutral...
The difference between a ground wire and neutral wire is often misunderstood. The problem primarily comes from the inappropriately...
Is it ok to connect the lightning protection...
You must bond your Lightning Protection System to your all other grounding systems at your facility. Failure to do so would be a major...
What is the safe maximum voltage at a railroad-highway...
Exposure circuits, such as these, are complicated and the safe level depends on a number of factors. For example, rain or standing...
What Are Some Typical Electrical Grounding...
In general, there are three separate procedural items of concern for a facility when it comes to ground preventative maintenance.
Is a Step & Touch evaluation compulsory...
Swimming pools present an especially hazardous situation, as you have wet people (often children) with bare feet running around touching...
What is the minimum size of a down conductor...
E&S Grounding Solutions has the complete CDEGS software package and can assist with these calculations, if provided with site plans...