ANSI/NETA Standards Update

NETA World StaffSpecifications & Standards, Spring 2026 Specifications & Standards

The revision of ANSI/NETA ETT-2022, Standard for Certification of Electrical Testing Technicians, was approved by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) on December 1, 2025. The updated edition of ANSI/NETA ETT-2026 is scheduled for release at PowerTest 2026 and replaces the 2022 edition. Among the key updates is a revised Detailed Content Outline (DCO) for ETT Levels 2–4.
ANSI/NETA EMW–2026 NEW STANDARD APPROVED

ANSI approved ANSI/NETA EMW-2026, Standard for Qualification of Electrical Equipment Maintenance Workers for Electrical Power Equipment & Systems on January 6, 2026. This new standard is in support of NFPA 70B?, Standard for Electrical Equipment Maintenance?, which meets the qualification requirements outlined in that standard for Qualified Electrical Equipment Maintenance Workers (QEMW).

EPIC The Future of Power

NETA World StaffNETA News, Spring 2026 NETA News

EPIC26 — The Electrical Power Innovations Conference, hosted by NETA, offers a comprehensive, interactive, and future-focused experience—blending education, collaboration, innovation, and strategic insights geared specifically for power-sector professionals. It’s an immersive environment to learn, connect, and lead in the evolving electrical power landscape.

New Product Forum

NETA World StaffNETA News, Spring 2026 NETA News

PowerTest26 will showcase the newest technology and solutions at this year’s New Product Forum. You won’t want to miss it! 3M Booth 832Connected Solutions | 3M US Cable Accessories 3M Sensored Cable Accessories combine industry-standard medium-voltage cable accessories with high-accuracy voltage and current sensors. The 3M™ Insulating Plug Voltage Sensor (3M IPVS) can interface with various monitoring and control devices. …

Inrush Electrical Technology Recognized as NETA Accredited Company

NETA World StaffNETA News, Spring 2026 NETA News

Inrush Electrical is a North America–based electrical engineering and technical field services firm specializing in power system studies, protection and control, SCADA, and automation. Inrush supports utilities, data centers, oil and gas, renewables, and industrial clients with end-to-end solutions. Inrush delivers reliable, defensible results aligned with NETA, NERC, and utility best practices.  Inrush believes in a vendor-neutral approach to client …

Mid-City Electric Technologies Joins NETA’s QEMC Program Leaders

NETA World StaffNETA News, Spring 2026 NETA News

NETA is pleased to welcome Mid-City Electric/Technologies as a Qualified Electrical Equipment Maintenance Company (QEMC). The company achieved certification by participating in NETA’s new Qualified Electrical Equipment Maintenance Company (QEMC) and Qualified Electrical Equipment Maintenance Worker (QEMW) programs, launched in 2024 to respond to new requirements for electrical equipment maintenance based on NFPA 70B–2023®, Standard for Electrical Equipment Maintenance®. The …

C&H Electric Recognized as Qualified Electrical Equipment Maintenance Company

NETA World StaffNETA News, Spring 2026 NETA News

NETA has named C&H Electric as a Qualified Electrical Equipment Maintenance Company (QEMC). The company achieved certification by participating in NETA’s new Qualified Electrical Equipment Maintenance Company (QEMC) and Qualified Electrical Equipment Maintenance Worker (QEMW) programs, launched in 2024 to respond to new requirements for electrical equipment maintenance based on NFPA 70B–2023®, Standard for Electrical Equipment Maintenance®. The new requirements …

Cogburn Electric Named Qualified Electrical Equipment Maintenance Company

NETA World StaffNETA News, Spring 2026 NETA News

From humble beginnings in 1975, Cogburn Electric has grown into a trusted name in specialized electrical contracting. For five decades, they have powered industries, illuminated communities, and energized innovation with precision and pride for five decades, leaving a 50-year legacy of excellence in general contracting. Founded on the principles of quality workmanship and exceptional customer service, Cogburn’s electrical contracting business …

CAP Spotlight AEMC: Precision Engineering Paired with Old-School Service

NETA World StaffCorporate Alliance Corner, Spring 2026 Corporate Alliance Corner

NETA’s Corporate Alliance Partners are industry-leading companies that have joined forces with NETA to work together toward a common aim: improving quality, safety, and electrical system reliability. This ongoing NETA World series focuses on the thought leadership behind these successful companies. For this issue’s CAP Spotlight, we talked to Kristy Ford, Marketing Director for AEMC® Instruments (Chauvin Arnoux® Inc., d.b.a. …

Ken Vescovi: A Problem Solver with a Passion for Team Building

NETA World StaffInsights & Inspiration, Spring 2026 Insights & Inspiration

This issue of NETA World’s “Insight and Inspiration” series features Ken Vescovi, Vice President  Power—Electrification and Power Solutions, at ABM, where he is responsible for the operation and financial management of ABM Electrical Power Solutions, LLC, and ABM Electrical Power Services, LLC, both NETA Accredited Companies. These responsibilities extend to every aspect of the business, including strategic business and growth …