The author is national program manager for Copper Development Association Inc. Proper grounding and bonding in radio and television stations are vital to improving uptime, equipment life and ...

For starters, the term "ground" refers to a conductive body, which is typically the earth. The act of "grounding" means creating a low-resistance path between an electrical circuit or equipment to the ...

In this final installment of a series of articles aimed at helping broadcasters protect their installations from powerline and lightning-induced surges, we focus on the importance of electrical ...

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. ALEXANDRIA, VA.—In this final installment of a series of articles aimed at helping broadcasters ...

AN estimated 58 people lose their life each week as a result of electric shock. In an electrical system, the grounding system is the primary protection against electrical shock hazards. It provides a ...

Personal protective grounding/bonding (PPGB) techniques provide shock protection for electrical workers working on de-energized equipment. If done correctly, PPGB is by far the most effective means of ...

The importance of bonding and grounding in commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings cannot be overstated. The grounded circuits of machines need to have an effective return path from the ...

With the analog cutoff deadline looming, broadcasters are putting the finishing touches on new digital transmitter and translator installations. What better time to review grounding systems to protect ...

Today’s multi-functional devices mean that a designer has to consider many factors when integrating electrical grounding in often limited spaces, advises Jesse Hagar. Not so long ago there was only ...