Sep 25, 2024 | Authored By: Fritz Gunther, News, Newsletter Archive
The National Electrical Code (NEC) is a critical document that establishes safe electrical installation standards. Article 547 of the 2023 NEC specifically focuses on agricultural buildings, addressing unique electrical challenges such environments face. Agricultural...
Jun 13, 2024 | Authored By: Fritz Gunther, News, Newsletter Archive
As electric vehicles (EVs) become more prevalent, understanding the different levels of EV chargers and their installation requirements is essential for both consumers and installers. Currently, New York State is on the 2017 National Electrical Code (NEC). This...
Jun 13, 2024 | Authored By: Fritz Gunther, News, Newsletter Archive
New York is experiencing a surge in large-scale solar power projects, necessitating stringent oversight. At New York Electrical Inspection Agency, we provide this through our team of professional electrical inspectors, extensively trained in both general electrical...
Apr 24, 2024 | Authored By: Fritz Gunther, Chief Electrical Inspector at NYEIA, News, Newsletter Archive
Clearly placing address identification on a property during its construction phase is not just a matter of regulatory compliance; it’s also essential for operational efficiency and safety. Proper signage ensures that contractors, building officials, utility...
Feb 5, 2024 | Authored By: Fritz Gunther, Chief Electrical Inspector at NYEIA, News, Newsletter Archive
The updates to Article 408.4(A) in the 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) aim to enhance clarity, safety, and efficiency in the labeling of electrical panelboards, switchboards, and switchgears. These changes reflect a more detailed approach to circuit...
Apr 22, 2023 | Authored By: Fritz Gunther, Chief Electrical Inspector at NYEIA, News
Tentative Interim Amendments (TIA) are changes to the already adopted National Electrical Code (NEC) that cannot wait until the next code cycle. A TIA is tentative because it has not been processed through the entire standards-making procedures, and it is interim...
