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Category: Industry

Careers in construction: Developing careers & communities

Reading Time: 4 minutesOctober is Careers in Construction Month, which spotlights opportunities the field provides for experienced professionals and future prospects. The construction industry’s…

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Are you ready for storm season?

Reading Time: 4 minutesIn recent years, the United States has experienced a concerning increase in the frequency and intensity of severe weather events. Climate scientists…

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EC&M announces their products of the year, and CES carries three of them!

Reading Time: 3 minutesWe are thrilled to share the news that three of the products we carry have won their category in the prestigious…

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Milwaukee Tool heated gear: Stay warm, stay mobile, stay safe

Reading Time: 3 minutesWant apparel that’s light yet warm, durable yet flexible, with multiple heat settings for adjustable temperature selection? Then, keep reading to…

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Wiha Tools: Sets for apprentice to pro

Reading Time: 3 minutesWiha provides tool sets that help people succeed, whether it’s their first day on site or they’re a 30-year veteran. Learn…

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5 reasons to join the electrical industry

Reading Time: 5 minutesAccording to the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics, the country employed over 725,000 electricians in 2020. And that demand is…

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Get your business EV-ready with ChargePoint

Reading Time: 4 minutesThe growing desire for green spaces and technology increases the need for EV-compatible infrastructure too. But this also means implementing new…

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Head off the summer heat with Klein cooling gear

Reading Time: 3 minutesThe job doesn’t stop (or even slow down) just because it’s hot out. Luckily, Klein Tools cooling gear helps everyone onsite…

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Intermatic: Effortless energy management

Reading Time: 3 minutesAs more homes and businesses look for solutions to save money and reduce their carbon footprint, automated energy management grows as…

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Wiha Tools: The features that electrical professionals need most

Reading Time: 2 minutesHow do Wiha Tools provide the safety, support, and other features that the electrical industry needs most? Check out how their…

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Moving in? Home electrical tips and tools

Reading Time: 4 minutesThere’s a lot to learn about a house before making it a home. While a professional home inspection is a must,…

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CES celebrates Career and Technical Education Month®

Reading Time: 3 minutesEvery February, the Association for Career & Technical Education® celebrates CTE students and their achievements through a public awareness campaign —…

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5 reasons CES is the marine electrical supplier for you

Reading Time: 2 minutesCOVID-19 has heavily impacted the maritime shipping industry with new challenges, such as increased freight rates, costs, and delays. With all…

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5 reasons retrofits are booming for electricians

Reading Time: 4 minutesAs progress marches forward, an electrician will always encounter existing, outdated electrical systems. Here, are some of the most in-demand electrical…

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CES prepares to support drastic solar changes in U.S.

Reading Time: 2 minutesThe current administration released a plan for the U.S. to produce 50% of its electricity from the sun by 2050. For…

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New EV Executive Order: 50% of vehicle sales to be electric by 2030

Reading Time: 2 minutesA recent executive order is shaping the future of electric vehicle sales and the electric vehicle infrastructure. And the new EV…

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What’s happening with the electrical supply chain in 2021?

Reading Time: 3 minutesWhat’s happening with the electrical supply chain in 2021? Well, let’s dive in. Unfortunately, the pandemic caused new cracks in the…

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Corporate and National Solutions: The go-to for company lighting services

Reading Time: 3 minutesCity Electric Supply (CES) has come a long way since 1953. While growing to 1,000 locations worldwide, CES has also developed…

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Electrical safety awareness for non-electrical contractors

Reading Time: 5 minutesElectrical safety awareness isn’t just for electricians. Believe it or not, non-electrical workers actually run the largest exposure to electrical hazards….

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Electrical safety: Five keys to going home safe every day

Reading Time: 5 minutesMay is National Electric Safety Month, so there’s no better time to pause and reflect on electrical safety and what you…

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Top 5 solar energy myths

Reading Time: 5 minutesWhen it comes to solar energy, there’s a lot of misinformation. Even though it has been around for decades, some common…

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Top 10 solar energy trends in 2021

Reading Time: 6 minutesOne of the most impactful solar energy trends has been its growth in just the last few years. Since 2019, solar…

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Wired lighting vs. wireless lighting: Who wins?

Reading Time: 4 minutesThe lighting controls market is undergoing another huge transformation. As more and more commercial facilities transition from traditional fluorescent fixtures to…

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4 differences between commercial & residential lighting

Reading Time: 5 minutesCommercial and residential lighting might look similar, but their design, purpose, and manufacturing couldn’t be more different. Depending on its application,…