http://www.ncelec.com/blog/nces-big-blue-blog Latest blog entries from NCE's Big Blue Blog en-us Thu, 09 Sep 2010 13:16:07 PDT Thu, 09 Sep 2010 13:16:07 PDT NCE http://www.northcoastelectric.com/blog/nces-big-blue-blog/ladder-safety-greenbull-ladders/ Ladder Safety / Greenbull Ladders ... Wed, 01 Sep 2010 10:32:00 PDT http://www.northcoastelectric.com/blog/nces-big-blue-blog/right-tool-for-right-job/ The Right Tool for the Right Job ... Fri, 27 Aug 2010 10:54:00 PDT http://www.northcoastelectric.com/blog/nces-big-blue-blog/crc-chemicals/ CRC Chemicals ... Mon, 16 Aug 2010 08:27:00 PDT http://www.northcoastelectric.com/blog/nces-big-blue-blog/burndy-battery-crimper/ Burndy Battery Crimper ... Mon, 09 Aug 2010 09:47:00 PDT http://www.northcoastelectric.com/blog/nces-big-blue-blog/ideal-power-blade/ Ideal Power Blade ... Mon, 02 Aug 2010 15:30:00 PDT http://www.northcoastelectric.com/blog/nces-big-blue-blog/are-incandescent-light-bulbs-really/ There has been a lot of talk recently about the incandescent light bulb provisions of the Energy Independence and Security Act (EISA) of 2007. Many have claimed that the government is phasing out or even banning the incandescent light bulb. As always, there's more to the story. ... Wed, 28 Jul 2010 13:42:00 PDT http://www.northcoastelectric.com/blog/nces-big-blue-blog/5th-annual-moyer-foundation-celebrity/ Community Support has always been an important component of NCE's Company Philosophy. The Lemman Family, owners of North Coast Electric have established "children in distress" as a focus for the company overall, and they encourage each of our local Service Centers and our Associates to seek out local charities with a similar focus. It was a cold and cloudy July 12th when NCE gathered along with 30 athletes and celebrities to participate in the 5th Annual Moyer Foundation Celebrity Golf Tournament, held at the beautiful Tumble Creek Golf Course at Suncadia, WA. The Moyer Foundation, a Seattle based charitable organization founded by Jamie Moyer, ex-Seattle Mariner and current Philadelphia Phillies pitcher, and his wife Karen, recently celebrated the Moyer Foundations' 10th anniversary. The Moyer Foundation's charter is helping "children in distress', aligning well with NCE's community support mission.In the past 10 years The Moyer Foundation has put together an impressive body of work: The Gregory Fund: An initiative to raise awareness and funds for early cancer-detection research at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center Camp Erin: The largest nationwide network of bereavement camps for children and teens ages 6-17 who have experienced the death of someone close to them. Camp Mariposa: The first-of-its-kind program designed to help meet the needs of children and teens facing the difficult challenges associated with an addicted or co-dependent family member.The NCE Team of John Carver, Scott Marsh, Dave Parton and Mike Miller survived the cold weather, enjoyed the course and the warm hospitality of Damon Huard, ex Husky QB and retired NFL player, our designated celebrity (boy did he draw the short straw!). NCE looks forward to continuing its support of The Moyer Foundation. For more information about The Moyer Foundation or to donate go to www.moyerfoundation.org.Written by: Mike Miller ... Wed, 28 Jul 2010 13:24:00 PDT http://www.northcoastelectric.com/blog/nces-big-blue-blog/oberon-arc-flash/ Tony the Toolman explains how you can become compliant with NFPA 70E - The Standard for Electrical Safety for Employee Work places by using Oberon Arc Flash protection suits ... Wed, 07 Jul 2010 07:51:00 PDT http://www.northcoastelectric.com/blog/nces-big-blue-blog/what-nfpa-70e/ The NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) teamed up with OSHA in 1976 in writing the first phase of this standard. The standard is centered upon avoiding Electrical hazards such as Shock, Arc Flash, Arc Blast and Fire ignition. NFPA 70 E does not address other hazards of electricity. The NEC code protects individuals from shock hazards under normal conditions. It is not designed to protect us from abnormal conditions. We need additional policies to protect us from abnormal conditions. This is why NFPA 70 E was established. Electricians have not experienced Arc Flash/Arc Blast with the same frequency as \ with electrical shock. Typically the electrician has not been trained on how to avoid and minimize Arc Flash/Arc blast in the past. NFPA 70 E incorporates measures to help avoid or minimize damage from Arc Flash. Source: Wm Bruce Bowman, P.E., President of Fox Systems Inc of Calhoun, Georgia   ... Wed, 30 Jun 2010 08:00:00 PDT http://www.northcoastelectric.com/blog/nces-big-blue-blog/test-drive-power-tools/ Test drive power tools ... Mon, 21 Jun 2010 15:39:00 PDT http://www.northcoastelectric.com/blog/nces-big-blue-blog/milwaukee-m12-1/ Milwaukee M12 ... Fri, 11 Jun 2010 10:11:00 PDT http://www.northcoastelectric.com/blog/nces-big-blue-blog/experiencing-lightfair/ I had the opportunity to attend the annual lighting extravaganza called Lightfair a couple weeks ago.It was literally "eye opening." I can't recall ever seeing the light in quite such spectacular fashion. As expected...the star of the show was LED. ... Wed, 02 Jun 2010 11:02:00 PDT http://www.northcoastelectric.com/blog/nces-big-blue-blog/tool-truck-update/ Tool Truck Update ... Wed, 26 May 2010 07:43:00 PDT http://www.northcoastelectric.com/blog/nces-big-blue-blog/ellensburg-wa-service-center/ North Coast Electric - Ellensburg, WA ... Wed, 19 May 2010 08:44:00 PDT http://www.northcoastelectric.com/blog/nces-big-blue-blog/automation-fair-2010/ Rockwell Automation and North Coast Electric are proud to announce Automation Fair 2010. Held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida November 3rd and 4th; Rockwell Automation, the world's leading automation supplier, once again plays host to the industry's premier annual automation event. ... Tue, 18 May 2010 14:43:00 PDT http://www.northcoastelectric.com/blog/nces-big-blue-blog/sog-knives/ SOG Knives ... Mon, 10 May 2010 10:19:00 PDT http://www.northcoastelectric.com/blog/nces-big-blue-blog/milwaukee-m12/ Milwaukee M12 demonstration ... Thu, 29 Apr 2010 14:36:00 PDT http://www.northcoastelectric.com/blog/nces-big-blue-blog/leds-are-making-progress/ In the past couple years we have witnessed a meteoric rise in the interest in, and availability of, LED based lighting products.  I'm convinced we are in the middle of a historic and fundamental change in the lighting business being driven by the burgeoning desire to find more energy efficient and environmentally friendly ways to live.  From the perspective of life in the supply channel, it's been an interesting couple of years to say the least! ... Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:34:00 PDT http://www.northcoastelectric.com/blog/nces-big-blue-blog/wet-dry-vacuum/ Wet / Dry vacuum from DeWalt ... Tue, 20 Apr 2010 09:59:00 PDT http://www.northcoastelectric.com/blog/nces-big-blue-blog/north-coast-electric-experience-center/ Welcome to the Automation Group Experience Center, area and learn how North Coast Electric can help you manage your manufacturing, lower your controls cost as an OEM and improve your business' productivity and financial stability. Step into the world of automation, as we explore four distinct areas: Integrated Control Systems Safety and Control Services Process Control Motion and Variable Speed Drives ... Tue, 20 Apr 2010 08:23:00 PDT http://www.northcoastelectric.com/blog/nces-big-blue-blog/machine-safety/ As automation systems become more intelligent, so must the safety system. Using new technology to improve the functional operation of a machine is known as functional safety. ... Tue, 30 Mar 2010 14:35:00 PDT