A two-step card check process is efficient, making it easier for workers to unionize with a simple majority.

Street selling is a risky activity in Mexico City. But the mercaditas movement aims to empower women and nonbinary sellers to protect themselves from economic exploitation.

Facing a health care system without sufficient translation services and a grueling economic landscape, Punjabi residents in Fresno, California, have created an organization to help meet their community’s unique needs.

In an Election Day conversation, Serene Khader reflects on how women were mobilized by attacks on their bodily autonomy, and what post-election organizing can look like.

Online bullying has become more of a problem now that more people have mobile phones and computers. Find out more about it with Newsround's guide.

If you punch above your weight, you do or try to do things that should be beyond your abilities or expected capacity.

Cabling in power substations is very important due to the fact that they are the longest parts of a system and therefore act as efficient antennas that pickup and or radiate noise. In HV substations, there are different kinds of conductors... Read more

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To be clear at the beginning of this article, determining the cross-section of conductors and cables is, for sure, not the most exciting part of electrical design. There are much more challenging and more exciting parts than staring at endless... Read more

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This technical article discusses twelve different methods for laying high voltage cables. Out of the ten, four are deemed conventional and eight are deemed progressive. Many various utilities and companies all across the globe are making use of them, though... Read more

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I found a great resource by Joyce Valenza on Never Ending Search that I wanted to share with you. In her post, Google search by usage rights, she demonstrates an easy way to find copyright-friendly images on Google Image Search.

First, enter your search term into Google Images and then click on Search Tools and then Usage Rights.

Academic cheating seems to be growing at an ever alarming rate. Cheating occurs at every level of education and certification and it includes students, educators, and administrators. Technology has also given cheaters new methods for cheating and, unfortunately, you can find most of these methods demonstrated on YouTube (you can find additional resources on cheating HERE).

Best College Reviews created an interesting infographic about cheating in high school and college that I wanted to share with you. They provide resons for cheating and how cheating occurs among other interesting factoids.

Please take a look at their website to find additional resources on cheating (listed below the infographic).


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To be honest, transmission and distribution networks are full of problems. But that’s nothing new, and you already knew that. This technical article will shed some light on solving some pretty severe problems in transmission and distribution networks by using... Read more

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Most living rooms require flexible lighting design solutions because they serve a broad variety of changing functions. The lighting in a typical living room should comfortably serve small group conversation, larger social gatherings that include casual eating and drinking, and... Read more

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These are the input data for the following calculation: An office area has length: 20 meter; meter; meter. The ceiling to desk is 2 meters. The area is to be illuminated to a general level of 250 lux using twin... Read more

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A lighting control system is to be developed. The system will be controlled by four switches, SWITCH1, SWITCH2, SWITCH3, and SWITCH4. These switches will control the lighting in a room based on the following criteria: Any of three of the... Read more

The post Let’s develop the simple PLC program for lighting control system appeared first on EEP - Electrical Engineering Portal.

There are a lot of opportunities to optimise lighting system in (almost) any industrial facility. Seven practical energy-efficiency opportunities to reduce energy use cost-effectively are given below: Lighting controls Replace T-12 tubes by T-8 tubes Replace mercury lights with metal halide or... Read more

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To achieve the best overall outcome in a lighting installation, it is important to avoid the tendency of rushing straight into luminaire selection before determining more broadly what is required from the system. The use of a structured design process... Read more

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Architects of development houses usually select the locations for switches, receptacles, and luminaires at a quality and price level determined by the builder. However, purchasers of architect-designed, custom-built homes usually have an opportunity to decide on the selection of luminaires... Read more

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New Lesson Plans Entry: 'Family gift suggestions: 'too' and 'enough' practice' has just been added to the Lesson Plans area of UsingEnglish.com.

High voltage power substations are complex networks of power and control connections, represented by design elements like- Single Line Diagrams, layout and block diagrams, schematics, logic diagrams, schedules, and so many more. Wiring diagrams and schematics, in a sense, are... Read more

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Researches so far shows that, by 2020, around 20% of the total energy production worldwide will be generated from renewable energy. But the major problem with the standalone system is that the sources are not continuous. This intermittent nature of... Read more

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The accurate measurement of the voltage, current or other parameter of a power system is a prerequisite to any form of control, ranging from automatic closed-loop control to the recording of data for statistical purposes. Measurement of these parameters can... Read more

The post How to make the right selection of a digital transducer for power system measurements appeared first on EEP - Electrical Engineering Portal.

LED lamps, or Light Emitting Diodes, are becoming more and more common. Having been used for some time in products such as digital watches, remote controls and brake lights, they are now being seen in many more applications such as... Read more

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In order to create a consistent and technically correct single line or wiring diagram, more than basic knowledge about the engineering field in question is required. Besides electrical installation and equipment, the design engineers should be familiar with electrical symbols... Read more

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When we talk about the power system, there are dozen of essential terms and definitions. One of the most important is for sure that any AC power system begins with a generating source. Electric generators are devices that convert energy... Read more

The post The essentials of power-generation systems you MUST know in the middle of the night! appeared first on EEP - Electrical Engineering Portal.

Online study materials on Andrea Arnold’s Wuthering Heights, suitable for AS/A2 and equivalent English, Film and Media. Resource features key clips and a downloadable study guide for the classroom.

Tue 16 Oct: Kirikou & The Sorceress + Storyteller introduction at the Birmingham Drum

Use film to promote Human Rights Day next week with our new teacher resource for 11-19 year olds learning PSHEE, Citizenship and Politics

 Primary school screening of The Frog King at the Birmingham MAC

With introduction by Edinburgh University film tutor Martine Pierquin

Free screening for schools at New Brighton Light Cinema as part of Cineschool

The objective of this technical article is to provide certain criteria and time intervals for conducting insulation tests on electric motors, generators and other electrical equipment. Testing is done to ensure that the equipment is intact and to provide a... Read more

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Lighting is defined as emergency lighting when it is intended for operation when standard lighting fails. Emergency lighting must be powered by an independent energy source (typically a central power supply system) and is classified by the UNI EN 1838 standard... Read more

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A few years ago I participated in an interesting project Telenor Data Center in Belgrade – The most advanced technical building in the region of Central and Eastern Europe. The building extends to 2,600 square meters and has the most... Read more

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The installation of a new MV/LV electrical substation is often part of a more global project, and it is not always the subject of very detailed attention. However, the consideration of simple and practical criteria is not always dictated by... Read more

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Hiring the right people through good interviewing and vetting processes can help you choose the best possible people to represent your company moving forward, and avoid PR crises.

Removing asbestos requires precision and care to ensure that everybody on the job site is safe. New technology may make this line of work more manageable and efficient for contractors.

Michael Vervena gives us tips on navigating water damage restoration and the adoption of technology to document the damage and streamline insurance claims.

Keen Dry waterproofing helps keep wearer’s feet dry.

Sto Corp. Introduces a Fire blocking Regulations.

Florida Association sees lawsuit dismissed, ABC wins in court, and IICRC is included in legislation.

We bring you a new episode of Trade Talks: Unlocking The Experience with special guest CEO/Founder of KnowHow and The Experience Events keynote speaker Leighton Healey.

Over the past decade, the restoration industry has witnessed a significant shift from large franchises to a more diverse mix of independent companies. 

In the latest episode of Ask the Expert, Kevin Mardegian and Tess Huge share their expertise on estimating within the restoration industry. Discover key strategies for onboarding homeowners, negotiating with adjusters, and enhancing cash flow while building a collaborative network that elevates the entire industry. Join us to learn how mastering the art of estimating can drive success in your restoration business.

As communities recover from Hurricanes Helene and Milton, 1-800-Packouts, a leader in contents and personal property restoration, offers vital assistance to franchisees and residents through the Hurricane Relief Fund. With a 100% match on donations, the fund supports restoration efforts in impacted areas across the Southeast.

Alpine Cleaning & Restoration Specialists team up with ROC Solid Foundation to build a backyard playset for Adlee Frampton, a brave three-year-old battling Stage 2 Wilms Tumor. This generous act not only brings joy to Adlee but also highlights the powerful impact of community support and the healing power of play during challenging times.

According to the National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA), poor indoor air quality classifies one out of every four buildings in the United States as "sick," costing the economy up to $168 billion annually. 

Professional Metal Fabricators won their bid on the project and got to work on the support structure for the stained glass — and some issues arose.

A visionary leader in the cleaning and restoration industry, was awarded the Cooper Award for his exceptional dedication, charitable work, and over 20 years of service.

Ricoh, whose expertise in lenses is tapped throughout the projector industry including by some UST manufacturers, has launched the UHL3660, a commercial 4K UST with a massive 6,500 ANSI-lumen light output.