President’s Message June 2013

As the new chapter president I would like to thank the board of directors for allowing me to serve for the next two years, and look forward to offering my knowledge and service by being a representative of all of you as members. In years past, we have all struggled through the difficult downturn in the economy, and I am … Read More

President’s Message February/March 2013

The Utah Legislature is approximately midway through this years’ session.  SB 208 includes proposed changes to the Solar Photovoltaic Contractor Licensing regulations.  My understanding of the changes is that this would allow those with specialty contractor licenses to perform not only low voltage work associated with solar modules, inverters, batteries, etc. but would expand the scope to include switchgear and … Read More

President’s Message January 2013

Happy New Year! I hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas season and that 2013 is filled with prosperity, health and opportunity for each of us in the Intermountain Chapter. Congratulations and best wishes to Bob May in his new position as NECA District 8 Vice President.  A press release from NECA concerning this new position can be found here: http://blog.necaconvention.org/district-8-vice-president-nominee-bob-may/ … Read More

Polywater FST Foam Duct Sealant Stops Water Ingress & Meets the Code

Know the Code NFPA 70® National Electrical Code® 2011 Edition The NEC states that conduits and raceways should be sealed to prevent moisture, hazardous gases and vapors from entering buildings. It also requires sealants to be compatible with cable jackets and other components as referenced in the sections below. * 225.27 Raceway Seal. Where a raceway enters a building or … Read More

Bob May- AC Electric nominated for NECA’s 8th District Vice President’s Position

NECA’s 8th District council met last week and Bob May, AC Electric was nominated as the 2013-2014 Vice President of the NECA’s 8th District. Bob will succeed Ray Friend at the end of his tenure in December of this year. Congratulations Bob…..he will be an impressive representative for all of us in the union electrical construction industry. Please call Bob … Read More