AN estimated 58 people lose their life each week as a result of electric shock. In an electrical system, the grounding system is the primary protection against electrical shock hazards. It provides a ...

Part III of Art. 553 of the 2017 National Electrical Code (NEC) provides the requirements for grounding buildings that float. Part III begins by requiring that all electrical and non-electrical parts ...

Today’s multi-functional devices mean that a designer has to consider many factors when integrating electrical grounding in often limited spaces, advises Jesse Hagar. Not so long ago there was only ...

Ground loops are a common yet often overlooked issue in building electrical systems. While they may seem minor during design or construction, ground loops can significantly impact system performance ...

A pretty typical diagram for the grounding system for a house is shown here, along with a few of the current carrying conductors commonly called live and neutral. On the far left is the transformer ...

Few topics in the industry elicit as much controversy as grounding. Poor grounding practices cause ongoing equipment problems in a facility, whereas proper deployment ensures reliable and productive ...