Electricity 101 – Page 8 – US Electrical Services Inc

A building automation system enables various components in a building, to communicate with each other. This enhances living conditions within the space while reducing energy use and operational costs. A basic building automation system (BAS) can monitor parameters such as the temperature, light, humidity, occupancy and activities levels. Using algorithms, it adjusts the appropriate equipment to suit program levels. Having automatic controls improves internal conditions, making a space more comfortable, safe and secure while reducing energy consumption. Other features include monitoring the equipment condition, as well as safety or security issues. The system can send alerts or sound alarms when

Electricity 101 Energy Savings

May 10, 2017

Facts About Electrical Prefab and Profitability

Electrical contractors are increasingly turning to prefabrication as a way of cutting costs and increasing productivity and profitability. The use of electrical prefab provides an opportunity to reduce project duration, installation labor needs, and costs, as well as enhancing safety. The prefabs are usually designed and built in the workshop and then delivered to the work site as ready-to-install modules. Thus, they only require quick and easy assembly. Carrying out these tasks in the workshop, which provides a controlled environment, is both convenient and cost effective. The workers are more productive as opposed to the job site where they may

Electrical Equipment Electricity 101

May 6, 2017

Cordless Tools Recommended for Electrical Contractors

Cordless tools have been around for decades, but the technology is constantly evolving. They offer portability, convenience, and access to a wide ranges of devices to make any project go smoothly. DeWalt Tools The DeWalt line of tools has been a long-time favorite of many contractors for decades. They offer a wide range of tools from precision 8-14.4v screwdrivers and drills to the well-known 18v cordless tools. Their flagship family of tools is the new 20vMAX line of brush and brushless drills, impact drivers, saws, and grinders. With over 100 tools, from miter saws and band saws to framing nailers

Electrical Safety Electricity 101

May 3, 2017

Understanding Residential House Wiring

Residential house wiring should offer the capacity to efficiently and safely supply the entire house with electricity. In addition, it should adhere to relevant electrical codes to ensure safety in regard to electric shocks and fires. Electrical codes provide a design for standard wiring systems that qualified electrician will readily understand. They specify the type and size of cables, parts, spacing of electrical outlets, grounding, protection. Only authorized people should carry out the wiring design. Why you should use a licensed, qualified electrical contractor Just like all other electrical work, qualified and licensed workers must perform residential house wiring. If a

Electrical Safety Electricity 101

April 29, 2017

Best Practices for Residential Electrical Outlets and Receptacles

The placement and installation of residential electrical outlets and receptacles is governed by local and national code compliance organizations. This is done to minimize the risk of home fires and electrical shocks. A few of the best practices are discussed below. Lights should be on their own properly rated circuits. It is recommended that they have a 15 Amp branch circuit for lighting a living area of up to 600 square feet. Increase to 20 Amps for 800 square feet. However, this may vary, especially if there are numerous high powered lights. Most of the time, there is an average

Electricity 101 Energy Savings

April 26, 2017

Do the Benefits of Prefab Electrical Systems Outweigh the Costs?

Electrical contractors often utilize prefabrication techniques when installing big systems. This method can cut costs and shave time off the project, thus increasing profits. Prefab electrical systems offer a number of great benefits. By fabricating electrical assemblies in advance at the workshop, the electrical contractor and building owner benefit in a variety of ways. A few of these are discussed below: How prefab benefits the building owner Electrical prefabs minimize those repetitive tasks performed at the job site. In addition, they reduce the need to find extra space for storage of materials. Prefabrication means putting together the electrical assemblies well

Electrical Equipment Electricity 101

April 15, 2017

Three Phase Power Electrical Wiring

It is common practice to install three phase power components in commercial buildings, residential flats, and industrial plants. Sometimes, the wiring is distributed such that different lights and electrical outlets in one location are supplied by a variety of phases. This helps in balancing the load while ensuring that a power outage on one of the phases does not leave the whole floor without power. The three phase power supply has three live wires and a neutral. A three phase machine will be connected to the three phases, while single phase equipment is connected between one phase and the neutral.

Electrical Safety Electricity 101

April 11, 2017

Commercial Electrical Wiring 101

Commercial electrical wiring design usually differs from that of a residential building, mainly due to the nature of operations. In addition, the size of the facility and the number of machines that will be operated is important to consider. Buildings, companies and factories often possess a much greater need for electrical wiring that can handle heavy loads. The type of commercial electrical wiring needed will vary with the specific industry that is to be serviced. This ranges from simple wiring for small commercial spaces, to multifaceted wiring in large factories that house complex machinery and computers. Regardless of size or

Electrical Safety Electricity 101

April 7, 2017

Industrial Wiring

Large factories, refineries, and oil facilities are all industries that require special considerations for their electrical wiring. Heavy-duty applications and hazardous environments must use products built to resist corrosion. Chemicals, rain, snow, wind and other threats damage industrial wiring. As a result, good maintenance and repairs are imperative. Cable Trays for industrial wiring The backbone of many industrial wiring configurations is the cable tray. Most often made of aluminum, the cable tray appears like a ladder, with welded rungs that connect a pair of sidewalls. Cable trays feature factory-made holes at either end that allow quick connection by use of

Electrical Equipment Electricity 101

April 4, 2017

How do Smoke Detectors, Carbon Monoxide Detectors and Security Systems Work?

Every home has a fire detection system. This vital safety feature should be well understood. Smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors and security systems give homeowners peace-of-mind. Furthermore, when combined with a security system, these devices work together to form a complete home protection plan. Smoke Detectors Most homeowners are familiar with battery operated ceiling-mounted smoke detectors. There are two common varieties that work on different principles. A photoelectric detector uses a light source and a photosensitive receiver. When there is smoke in the air, the strength of the light beam that hits the receiver will diminish and trigger the alarm.