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Implementing AI in Electrical Applications— Part 1 by Michael Morris

From the EC&M e-books library: How the industry is incorporating artificial intelligence into the electrical space.  Ever since the rise of ChatGPT in November 2022, artificial intelligence (AI) has been unavoidable. Just about every industry is developing ways to incorporate AI into their field, and the electrical industry is no different. EC&M has followed the rise of AI in order to keep our readers informed on how the technology is impacting the electrical industry. This content has been immensely popular, so we decided to collect some of the best articles into our first e-book of 2025. The topic of artificial intelligence and its role in the electrical industry is such an important and rapidly evolving one that we decided we’ll need two e-books to do it justice. Stay tuned for “Implementing AI in Electrical Applications — Part 2” releasing later in 2025.  67d1dc96c1db52f96511aefc-ecm_ebook_implementing_ai (1).pdf

Harnessing AI to Empower Electrical Contractors by Sal Paraltore

The electrical contracting industry is no stranger to innovation. AI is set to transform the tools of the trade, enabling smarter, safer, and more efficient work. One of the core tasks for an electrician/technician is measurement — voltage, current, resistance, and beyond. Historically, these measurements have relied on the precision of the tools in hand and the expertise of the technician using them. But what happens when AI is introduced into this equation? AI, coupled with machine learning (ML), allows for the analysis of vast datasets at speeds and accuracies far beyond human capability. By recognizing patterns in data that might be invisible to the human eye, AI can enhance the precision of measurements and reveal insights that were previously unattainable. Moreover, AI can integrate data from multiple modalities to provide a more comprehensive understanding of a system’s health. Imagine a tool that not only measures but also analyzes and predicts potential issues, offering recommendations on the spot. This isn’t science fiction; it’s the future of electrical work. Harnessing AI to Empower Electrical Contractors | EC&M

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Why Use AI – 5 Reasons:

  1. Efficiency and Automation: AI can automate repetitive tasks…                saves time and reduces human effort
  2. Data Processing: AI excels at analyzing large datasets quickly…      uncovers patterns and insights that humans might miss
  3. Scalability: AI systems can handle growing workloads…                        without a proportional increase in costs or resources
  4. Accuracy: AI can perform tasks with high precision…                         reducing errors in areas like diagnostics or forecasting
  5. 24/7 Availability: AI tools can operate continuously…                        improving productivity and customer support