Commercial Electrical Industry News & Insights
Stay informed on commercial electrical trends, maintenance tips, regulatory updates, and expert insights for property and facility managers.
Tips & GuidesElectrical Maintenance Tips for Commercial Buildings: A Practical Guide
A practical guide to electrical maintenance for commercial buildings, written for facility managers, property managers, and CRE teams. Learn what to inspect, when to act, and how to decide between repair, preventive maintenance, and replacement.
My Electrical TechAug 4, 2026
RegulationsNFPA 79 Electrical Standard Changes Explained for Facility Managers
Recent changes to NFPA 79, the industrial machinery electrical standard, affect protection, control circuits, and safety-related components. For facility managers and commercial property teams, the update matters because it can change how machinery is designed, installed, maintained, and accepted under NEC, OSHA, and AHJ requirements.
My Electrical TechJul 31, 2026
Tips & GuidesElectrical Panel Installation Guide for Commercial Facilities
For facility and property managers, electrical panel installation is a critical backbone decision for power distribution, safety, and future expansion. This guide explains how to plan, specify, and oversee commercial panel installations, from load calculations and NEC clearances to cost, risk, and ROI.
My Electrical TechJul 28, 2026
RegulationsNFPA 79 Electrical Standard Changes: What Facility Managers Need to Know
NFPA has issued important updates to NFPA 79, the Electrical Standard for Industrial Machinery. These changes clarify requirements for industrial control panels, protection against electric shock, and wiring practices, directly affecting OEM designs and how commercial and industrial facilities inspect and operate automated machinery.
My Electrical TechJul 24, 2026
Company UpdatesABB to Acquire British Flow Control & Electric Actuator Leader: What It Means for Commercial Facilities
ABB has announced a major deal to acquire UK-based flow control and electric actuator specialist Rotork, expanding its industrial electrification and automation portfolio.[1][4][5] For property and facility managers, this move could reshape future options for integrated control systems, product availability, and long‑term support in commercial buildings.
My Electrical TechJul 17, 2026
RegulationsNEMA Guidance on Evaluating Water‑Damaged Electrical Equipment for Commercial Buildings
The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) has updated its guidance for evaluating electrical equipment after floods and major water events. For commercial and industrial facilities, this guidance clarifies what must be replaced versus what may be reconditioned, helping building owners and facility managers plan safe, code-compliant recovery.
My Electrical TechJul 10, 2026
RegulationsHouse Passes Legislation to Strengthen Grid and Cybersecurity for Commercial Facilities
The U.S. House has passed a suite of energy and cybersecurity bills to harden the electric grid and improve coordination between utilities and federal agencies. These changes will influence utility planning, reliability standards, and cybersecurity practices—with direct implications for large commercial facilities, campuses, and data centers.[5]
My Electrical TechJul 3, 2026