Emerson Survey Says Small Businesses Unprepared for Power Outages

If the power goes out, will America's small businesses be prepared?

Lutron Joins AMMP Allied as New Founding Member

Allied Manufacturers announced today that Lutron Electronics Co., Inc. has signed on as a new founding member of the alliance to join AMMP in its efforts to connect motorization to automation.

WattStopper GreenFair Enjoys Success

Watt Stopper/Legrand welcomed close to 300 guests to the company's Santa Clara, CA, headquarters for its highly successful GreenFair on Friday, July 25, 2008.

BICSI Training Program Focuses on Knowledge

NECA Summit Examines Energy Situation

Since buildings account for nearly 50 percent of all greenhouse gas emissions today, many in the industry have rallied around sustainable construction in the effort to reduce these emissions.

NAHB Slams New Ergonomic Standard
NAHB Urges Energy Efficiency Tax Credit Extension
NECA Member Testified About Green Technologies, Energy Costs
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Ethernet Switches
Wago Corp.'s 852 Series of Ethernet switches provides a wide range of scalable solutions for network infrastructures.
Cable Ties
Now offered in multiple color options, Thomas & Betts' UV-stabilized Ty-Rap Cable Ties are ideal for outdoor applications where cable ties are exposed to the sun's ultraviolet rays.
Cordless Combo Kit
Makita U.S.A. Inc.'s new 10.8V Lithium-Ion Compact Cordless Driver-Drill Kit and Impact Driver Kit combine pro power and pro speed with an ultra-compact design.

Marketing 2008: Going Online and Making the Most Of It

Only about 50 percent of small businesses in the U.S. have Websites.

Making a Strike Against Lightning-Caused Problems

Lightning had taken an increasingly heavy toll on NAS Key West.

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Condo Project Goes Ahead in Stamford, CT.

Stamford condominium developer Randy Salvatore isn't waiting for market conditions to improve as he builds the 36-unit Marquis on the River project on the banks of the Norwalk River in East Norwalk.

Hotel Proposed for Glens Falls, N.Y. Civic Center

A real estate group that includes local developer Peter Hoffman is seeking development rights on city-owned property to build a 120-room Holiday Inn attached to the Glens Falls Civic Center.

Houston Ballet Plans New Facility

The Houston Ballet plans to consolidate all of its offices and rehearsal space, as well as its Ben Stevenson Academy, in a proposed $53 million building downtown.

Queen City Landing Project in Buffalo Proceeds
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Ballasts

Dimmable ballasts shed light on energy savings.

Taking a New Look At Old Residential Wiring

Safety and economic concerns lead the way for most electrical jobs on older buildings.

Don't Fall Asleep at the Switch

Understanding the differences between UL 98 and UL 508 switches can avoid increased costs and allay customer concerns.

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Lighting Upgrades That Shine
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