To reduce the chance of electrical shock and fires, service panels need to be grounded. Proper grounding directs unwanted electrical current from the home into the ground. Installing a grounding rod ...

(1) Below permanent moisture level. If practicable, pipe electrodes must be embedded below the permanent moisture level and be free from nonconductive coatings such as paint or enamel. Exception: A ...

Ever wonder why petrochemical plants and refineries bury so much copper wire and ground rods throughout the process units when it isn’t required by the NEC? The NEC establishes the minimum ...

The end of summer is a great time to wrap up outdoor projects. Over the last few months I’ve gotten more than a few inquiries about improving station ground systems. John Huntley, engineering manager ...