Associations
Education/Training
Government
Job Opportunities
Miscellaneous
Newsgroups
Publications
Software
Supplies/Materials
ASSOCIATIONS
American National Standards Institute
(ANSI)
The ANSI Federation has maintained as its primary goal the enhancement of
global competitiveness of U.S. business and the American quality of life by
promoting and facilitating voluntary consensus standards and conformity
assessment systems and promoting their integrity. Links to: databases,
events, structure, library, news, and more.
American Society of Heating,
Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)
ASHRAE is organized for the sole purpose of advancing the arts and sciences of
heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration for the public's
benefit through research, standards writing, and continuing education. Links
offered include: ASHRAE Journal OnLine, bookstore/publications, continuing
education, and more.
American Society of Mechanical
Engineers (ASME)
The mission of the ASME is to promote and enhance the technical competency and
professional well-being of its members, and through quality programs and
activities in mechanical engineering, better enable its practitioners to
contribute to the well-being of humankind. Links offered include: business
center, codes and standards, courses and training, jobs, education, and more.
American Society of Testing and
Materials (ASTM)
ASTM is a not-for-profit organization that provides a forum for producers,
users, ultimate consumers, and those having a general interest to meet on
common ground and write standards for materials, products, systems, and
services. Links include: news and information, technical and professional
training courses, statistical quality assurance programs, and more.
Energy Efficient Lighting Association
The Energy Efficient Lighting Association (EELA) is an all-inclusive
organization that embraces the entire energy efficient lighting marketplace,
including manufacturers, distributors, contractors, specifiers, designers,
architects, energy service companies and end users. Site links to: news and
trends, training program, industry calendar of events, and more.
Independent Electrical Contractors,
Inc.
This is a nationwide trade association of predominantly merit shop
electrical contractors in 74 Chapters. Links to: toolbox talks for electrical
contractors, public relations, question and answer board, live chat, and more.
International Association of
Electrical Inspectors
The International Association of Electrical Inspectors is a not-for-profit and
educational organization cooperating in the formulation and uniform application
of standards for the safe installation and use of electricity, and collecting
and disseminating information relative to that end. Offered links include: meetings,
editorials, special articles/books, and more.
IBEW - International Brotherhood of
Electrical Workers
Links to: press room, departments, history, related sites, and more
International Electrotechnical
Commission
The International Electrotechnical Commission is the international standards
and conformity assessment body for all fields of electrotechnology. Links to: online
catalog, document and resource area, frequently asked questions (FAQ), news,
and more.
International Municipal Signal
Association
The Association's objective through education and certification is to improve
the efficiency, installation, construction, and maintenance of public safety
equipment and systems by providing information to its membership on traffic
signals, fire and police alarms, radio communications, signs and markings,
roadway lighting, and other related systems. Site links: conferences/meetings,
certification/training, publications, products/services, and more.
National Association of Electrical
Distributors
The National Association of Electrical Distributors is dedicated to helping
electrical distributors grow, prosper and provide value-added service to their
suppliers, end-users, their employees and the public. Links offered include: electronic
commerce, directories, product news, industry calendar, online education, and
more.
National Electrical Contractors
Association
The National Electrical Contractors is a membership organization comprised of
the members of its 118 domestic (U.S.) chapters and foreign affiliates. NECA
services are designed for contractors who are involved in Standard Industrial
Code 1731 (electrical work - specialty contractors) and some of those involved
in SIC 1623 (utility work, also referred to as "outside" or "line" work.).
National Electrical Manufacturers
Association
The National Electrical Manufacturers Association develops standards for the
electrical manufacturing industry. Site links include: automation/electronics,
power distribution, general information, forums, and more.
National Fire Protection Association
This is an organization whose mission is to reduce the frequency of fires
through standards, research, and public education. Publishes the National
Electrical Code. Links include: codes & standards, product information,
calendar & meetings, and more.
National Rural Electric Cooperative
Association
The National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) is a partnership of
more than 1,000 of America's consumer owned utilities. Links to: legislation/regulation,
news/media, and more.
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EDUCATION / TRAINING
Cable U
Cable U (as in Cable University) runs the Fiber U and Wire U training programs.
We do conferences at trade shows, seminars, self-study programs and custom
onsite programs for installers, end users, distributors, vendors or anybody
that needs training in communications cabling.
Electricity Online Online courses offered include: control
circuits, grounding, fiberoptics, NEC Applications, and more. Site
links include: events, courses online, and more.
Electro-Test, Inc.
This company provides technical training for the electrical industry. Links
include: services, technical training, news and events, job opportunities, and
more.
Fiber U Online
Technical and application information on fiber optics, training programs,
and fotec products that can help you simplify fiber optic testing.
Fundamentals
of Lighting Efficiency
This two-day program is designed to provide a preparatory vehicle for
professionals who wish to take the Certified Lighting Efficiency Professional
(CLEP) exam, as well as an excellent broad-based instructional program for
those who want to "brush up on the basics" of efficient lighting design,
retrofit and application. See site for dates/times. From the
Association of Energy Engineers.
GE Lighting
Institute
The Lighting Institute offers a total lighting environment going beyond
lighting theories and product descriptions to give the individual an
interactive experience. Designed as a comprehensive process, each conference
exposes attendees to a staff of highly respected lighting professionals, the
largest base of lighting information in the industry, an interactive training
system and a world-class facility. Links to: courses, schedule and
details/registration.
Independent Electrical
Contractors, Inc.
This is a nationwide trade association of predominantly merit shop
electrical contractors in 74 Chapters. Links to: toolbox talks for electrical
contractors, public relations, question and answer board, live chat, and more.
Kiemle-Hankins
Kiemle-Hankins offers training by AVO International Institute, a world-class
provider of hands on technical skills training for electrical power system
testing and maintenance. Site links to: what's new, products, services, and
more.
National Joint Apprenticeship and
Training Committee
The Committee is charged with developing and standardizing training for the
IBEW and NECA, (National Electrical Contractors Association). Local
programs affiliated with NJATC have trained over 300,000 apprentices to
journeyman status.
The
SOURCE at Cooper Lighting
The SOURCE is recognized as an industry education center for the advancement
of lighting knowledge. At the SOURCE individuals can: attend seminars
covering lighting topics of defined interest; examine and experiment
with a wide variety of lighting fixtures; explore lights in the context
of residential, commercial, industrial, retail and utility applications
that demonstrate lighting products and techniques.
VDV
Works
VDV Works offers tech support for the voice-data-video (VDV) industry.
They consult on technical and marketing issues, provide technical "content"
for websites, brochures, manuals and training, and provide training
via self-study programs and onsite training programs.
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GOVERNMENT
California Energy Commission
The Commission has five major responsibilities: forecasting future energy needs
and keeping historical energy data; siting and licensing power plants;
promoting energy efficiency through appliance and building standards;
developing energy technologies and supporting renewable energy; planning for
and directing state response to energy emergencies.
Defense Standardization Program
Site links to: standardization policy, frequently asked questions (FAQ), news,
training resources, and more.
Energy Information Administration
Site links include: energy quiz, conferences/upcoming reports, press releases,
FAQ (frequently asked questions), and more.
National Institute of Standards and
Technology (NIST)
The National Institute of Standards and Technology was established by Congress
"to assist industry in the development of technology ... needed to improve
product quality, to modernize manufacturing processes, to ensure product
reliability ... and to facilitate rapid commercialization ... of products based
on new scientific discoveries." An agency of the U.S. Department of
Commerce's Technology Administration, NIST's primary mission is to promote U.S.
economic growth by working with industry to develop and apply technology,
measurements, and standards. It carries out this mission through a portfolio of
four major programs:
Measurement
and Standards Laboratories
Advanced
Technology Program
Manufacturing
Extension Partnership
Malcolm
Baldrige National Quality Program.
Other NIST sites links include: publications, general info, staff, events, web
links, conferences/workshops, grants/awards, virtual library, job openings, and
more.
Occupational Safety and Health
Administration
OSHA is committed to a common sense strategy of forming partnerships with
employers and employees; conducting fair but firm inspections; developing
sensible, easy-to-understand regulations and eliminating unnecessary rules; and
assisting employers in developing topnotch safety and health programs. Site
links include: news releases, speeches, publications, compliance links,
standards, directives, manuals, training, software advisors, and more.
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JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Contractors Labor Pool (CLP)
CLP offers both steady year-round work as well as seasonal work to quality
workers in almost every trade at all skill levels. CLP pays competitive wages
weekly and offer health and dental benefits and other bonus incentives.
ConstructionJobs.com
ConstructionJobs.com is an employment job board and resume database built
exclusively for the construction, design and building industries. Includes free
resume posting and job searching for candidates, and recruitment tools for
employers.
Monster Board
Search more than 50,000 jobs worldwide. Links to: job search, resume builder,
events, products and services, seminars, and more.
Virtual Job Fair
At this site you can post your resume and search for jobs in a specified field.
Links to: employer's directory, job fair schedule, salary calculator, writer's
guidelines, and more.
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MISCELLANEOUS
A New, "New
Paradigm" for Government-Industry Cooperation?
A copy of National Institute of Standards and Technology Agency Director
Raymond Kammer's remarks to the 1998 NEMI Roadmap Workshop June 23, 1998. From
the NIST.
Boyce's
Electrical Webpage
News and information for electricians and other craftsmen. Links include:
electrical basics,
conduit bending, and more.
BuildingOnline.com
BuildingOnline is the leading web site creation and marketing agency for the
home improvement and building products industries.
EA Online
EA Online is a complete electrical source to locate equipment, materials,
supplies and services. Links include: power search, power quote, free
classified ads, show calendar, and more.
Electric Power Research Institute
This site provides a gateway to EPRI Research results, technical reports,
software, and more. Links include: news, information, employment opportunities,
and more.
Electrical Inspectors
Home Page
This site offers links to other Internet sites of interest to those in the
electrical field.
Electricians
Toolbox Etc.
This site is dedicated to the electrician and the electrical construction. Site
links include: electrical theory, useful formulas, code quiz, tricks of trade,
question and answer forum, and more.
Electricity Forum
This site offers itself as an online source of electrical industry information.
Links include: industry news, forums, electrical books, new products, careers,
and more.
Energy Central
Energy Central is a resource for electric power professionals searching for
information, products and services related to the energy industry. Some areas
of this site are restricted to electric power industry professionals.
Registration is free for any individual working in the electric
power industry. Links in the restricted area include: directories, newsroom,
events center, and online databases.
Frequently
Asked Questions (FAQs) about the National Electrical Safety Code.
Kerala Electric Trades
Association
The complete site of electrical dealers of Kerala, India.
Lightning Protection Institute
The Lightning Protection Institute is a nationwide not-for-profit organization
whose members are dedicated to ensuring that today's lightning protection
systems are the best possible quality in both materials and installation
practices so that maximum safety and protection are guaranteed to all protected
structures.
Underwriters Laboratories - UL
UL is the leading third-party certification organization in the United States
and the largest in North America. Underwriters Laboratories Inc. provides
global conformity assessment; product testing and certification services;
ISO9000, QS-9000 and ISO 14001 registrations. Site links include: standards,
directories, seminars, standards BBS, jobs, and more.
The Utility
Connection
This is a comprehensive utility related site with links to hundreds of electric
utility companies.
What Does An Electrician Do
This site offers a journeyman electrician job description.
WWW Virtual
Library: Standards and Standardization Bodies
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NEWSGROUPS
alt.engineering.electrical
misc.industry.utilities.electric
pdaxs.services.electrical
sci.engr.electrical.compliance
sci.engr.electrical.sys-protection
sci.engr.safety
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PUBLICATIONS
Builder Magazine Online
Site links include: products, The Magazine, The Store, web sites, and more.
Code Check
Designed by a certified building inspector, parts of Code Check (the book) are
online. The book was written to go on site to speed work and reduce code
violation call-backs and is filled with key, cross-referenced residential
construction specs from over 2,500 pages of major U.S. codes. It also covers
building, mechanical, plumbing and electrical codes.
The Code Check website
is an extensive sample of what is available in the Code Check book. Electrical
examples included at this site: sizing electric service, appliances, grounding
principles, conduit, swimming pool, questions/answers, and more.
Edison Electric Institute Online
www.eei.org
EEI Online offers subscriptions for daily news coverage of: CNG Energy Index,
Daily Energy News, Daily Financial News, Daily Index, Electric Utility
Restructuring Activity Newsletter, News Archive.
Electric Power Industry News
From Individual.com
Electrical Contractor Magazine
Electrical Contractor magazine sponsors this website. They promise that the
information here will not be a duplicate of what is contained in the print
magazine.
Megawatt Daily
Megawatt Daily is the comprehensive daily electricity publication for
utilities, brokers, generators, traders, marketers, end users and others who
buy, sell or otherwise participate in the electric industry. Enhanced web
services, e-mail web services and index/prices guides all require a
subscription or fee. Free services links include: Today's Megawatt Daily
Headlines, coming events, career opportunities, tools of the trade, and more.
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SOFTWARE
Accubid Systems
Accubid Systems provides powerful yet easy-to-use estimating and billing
software to enhance the productivity of electrical and mechanical contractors.
Links offered include: products/services, education, and more.
Aspen Academic Suite
Aspen makes available to colleges and universities, for educational purposes,
an "Academic Suite" of ASPEN software. The Academic Suite consists of the
OneLiner, Power Flow and Line Constants Programs. Site links to: news, user
downloads, demos, employment opportunities, and more.
Automated Electrical
System, Inc.
This company offers software for the electrical industry. Links include: program
screens, voltage forum, and more. There is a downloadable trial
version available.
Flashworks
Maker of software for for calculating electrical service loads for all types of
occupancies; adheres to the requirements of the National Electrical Code. Two
free trial runs of full versions are now available for evaluation.
Tradesman Software
The "Electrician" software package solves practical circuit calculations and
code compliance programs for selecting proper sizes of wires, conduits and
junction boxes.
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SUPPLIES / MATERIALS
Electrical Outlet, Inc.
The Electrical Outlet is a distributor of new and reconditioned electrical
equipment. Links to: circuit breakers, air breakers, bus plugs, starters, panel
switches, contact kits, motor control, and more.
ILSCO Corporation
ILSCO offers a free CD ROM version of "The Solution Book," ILSCO's
Electrical Connector Master Catalog. The ILSCO Catalog CD can be used on any
Windows, Unix or Macintosh operating system. The Table of Contents categorizes
products by electrical applications such as Compression and Mechanical, with a
convenient pictorial index for fast visual recognition of product needs. The
catalog can also be downloaded. Site links to: products, cross reference guide,
links, and more.
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