NETA has recognized Amteck as a Qualified Electrical Equipment Maintenance Company (QEMC) reinforcing the company’s commitment to safety, precision, and technical excellence in electrical maintenance. Founded nearly 50 years ago by Ron Turner, Amteck has grown from a two-person, local operation into a nationally recognized top 50 commercial, electrical contractor, performing work in nearly 40 states for dozens of the …
Since 1864, Edward G. Sawyer Co., Inc. has been at the forefront of electrical engineering, contracting, and construction across the Greater Boston Area. As the oldest continuously operated electrical company in the United States, a proud NECA signatory contractor, and a signatory contractor to IBEW Local 103, the company brings unparalleled knowledge and insight to every stage of a project’s …
Ferguson Electric is a full-service electrical contractor with more than nine decades of experience serving commercial and industrial customers throughout New York State. Founded by Whitworth Ferguson Senior, the company opened for business on August 1st, 1935, with leadership rooted in engineering and construction. Ferguson is still headquartered in downtown Buffalo but has 18 sites throughout New York state. Six company …
The fastest-growing electrical testing and maintenance engineering company in Puerto Rico, HiPot Engineering LLC was founded in 2022 by Miguel A. Morales, PE. After years of experience in engineering and leadership roles within the pharmaceutical and industrial sectors—managing complex electrical facilities—Morales took a step of faith, believing in the future, in local talent, and in the importance of disciplined electrical …
From its humble beginnings to its current status as a go-to partner for engineering and electrical services, Prism’s 20-year history is marked by growth, innovation, and a relentless commitment to quality. In 2004, Founder Jeff Pugh saw a need for system integration support in the water/wastewater market and electrical engineering support in the industrial sector in Phoenix, Arizona. Now, Prism …
For electrical testing and maintenance professionals, international work is never simply a matter of exporting a North American maintenance program to a new region. The core principles remain the same—safety, reliability, documentation, and disciplined testing—but the operating environment changes everything. That is especially true in the Caribbean and Latin America. From a Quanta Services perspective, these two markets matter because …
EPIC26 convenes this October in Fort Worth, Texas, bringing together leading organizations, industry experts, and power professionals to explore the trends shaping the electrical power landscape over the next 5, 10, and 20 years. With a focus on strengthening resiliency, advancing safety, and preparing for a rapidly evolving grid, the conference offers a forward‑looking forum for insight and innovation. Artificial …
The sweep frequency response analysis (SFRA) test is a powerful and sensitive method for assessing the mechanical and electrical integrity of a transformer core/coil assembly. SFRA includes two tests: an open test and a short-circuit test. Both test a complex network of inductances, capacitances, and resistors, and frequently successfully detect the presence of an electrical failure, including a shorted turn. …
NETA Corporate Alliance Partners (CAPs) are industry-leading companies that have joined forces with NETA to work together toward a common aim: improving quality, safety, and electrical system reliability. In this continuing series highlighting NETA’s CAPs, the 2026 NETA World Corporate Alliance Corner will feature articles authored by leaders of NETA’s CAPs. Each article will provide a “View from the Bridge,” …
Transformer Turns Ratio (TTR) testing is a fundamental diagnostic method used to verify transformer winding integrity, tap-changer position, and compliance with nameplate data by comparing measured voltage ratios with theoretical values. This test enables early detection of winding deformation, incorrect internal connections, manufacturing defects, or tap-changer issues. However, when applied to rectifier transformers, complexity increases significantly due to multiple secondary …