INDUSTRY NEWS

Virginia Tech unveils hard hat, helmet rating system

Virginia Tech’s Helmet Lab has released a first-of-its-kind rating system for construction hard hats and helmets that mirrors rankings used for sport helmets. Construction Dive

NECA's Note: ELECTRI International has been an essential financial contributor to this research endeavor!

NECA NEWS

Manual of Labor Units Seeking Member Participation

NECA relies on the expertise of our members to develop the Manual of Labor Units. The MLU Task Force is seeking additional members to broaden representation and guide the Manual into its second century. Ideal candidates have experience estimating electrical equipment and documenting actual labor hours for installing electrical and communications systems. Members actively review and draft content for the Manual. Each revision cycle includes one in-person meeting, conference calls, and assigned “homework.”

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September 2025 Updates

In this edition of Inside Washington, you’ll find government affairs highlights from NECA 2025 Chicago, including NECAPAC Sweepstakes winners, recognition of our generous contributors, and an update on the Chairman’s Challenge. You’ll also find timely insight on government funding negotiations, permitting reform, and legislation shaping the future of energy and workforce development.

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Trimble, Milwaukee Tool and Procore Named Title Sponsors

NECA, MCAA and SMACNA are proud to announce the official title sponsors for the 2026 MEP Innovation Conference: Trimble, Milwaukee Tool and Procore. These three leaders will power this year’s conference, bringing innovative perspectives to attendees from across the industry. Each sponsor brings a unique perspective to the table, and we’re excited to have them back again for this year’s conference!

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Google.org Supports etA with $400,000 Across Indiana

Google.org is investing $400,000 to partner with NECA, IBEW and electrical training ALLIANCE to expand electrical apprenticeship training programs across Indiana (Electrical Training Institute of Indianapolis, Electrical JATC of Northern Indiana, and Fort Wayne Electrical JATC) with a goal of adding 524 new electricians by 2030.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

In-Person Events

NECA Safety Professionals Institute

Washington, DC | Oct. 28-30

Executive Management Institute

Washington, DC | Nov. 18-22

MEP Innovation Conference

Austin, TX | Jan. 26-28

Executive Management Institute

Washington, DC | Feb. 10-14

Significant Dates

National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

Hispanic Heritage Month

September 22 | Rosh Hashanah

September 26 | National Native American Day

UPCOMING LEARNING

Webinars

Today and Tomorrow: Solving the Skilled Labor Shortage with Technology and Culture

Oct. 1 | 1:00 p.m. ET

Underground to Overhead: Electrical Raceway and Strut Systems for Data Center Construction

Oct. 22 | 1:00 p.m. ET

Virtual Classroom

Basic Estimating of Electrical Construction

Oct. 6-16 | 10:00 a.m. ET

Advanced Estimating Strategies

Oct. 6-9 | 12:30 p.m. ET

Key Financial Ratios and Benchmarking Virtual Classroom

Oct. 8 | 12:00 p.m.

Basic Estimating of Electrical Construction

Nov. 10-21 | 12:30 p.m. ET

Advanced Estimating Strategies

Nov. 10-14 | 12:30 p.m. ET

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