Understanding how to use load capacity charts is crucial for proper selection and safe application of a number of machine types, but perhaps none more so than telescopic handlers. These versatile ...

Requirements for branch circuits, feeders, and services each have their own Articles (210, 215, and 230, respectively). The NEC also contains an Article providing requirements for outside branch ...

Note: This article is based on the 2002 NEC. Even if you work with stamped drawings, you'll eventually need to do commercial load calculations in the field or on a licensing exam. The National ...

A chip load chart is used for determining proper feed rates when cutting various materials and using various tools. It is a part of how tools perform in terms of cut quality and tool life. Click here ...

Just like when operating cranes, understanding how to read load charts, and applying that information to the operation of a digger derrick is critical. In many ways, digger derricks are similar to ...

This is part 1 in an ongoing series on HVAC load calculations. The folks at SNIPS have asked me to do a basic how-to article about HVAC Manual J load calculation as that is allegedly a big part of my ...