"It wasn't in the previous code book and as far as I know in my area they weren't allowing them." ...

Transfer switches transfer electrical power back and forth between two or more power systems or buses such as a utility power line and a backup generator. They are used in applications that require a ...

Whether it’s a hurricane, ice storm, even a wildfire, power outages seem to be happening more often and in more places. Maybe you’re thinking about buying a generator to keep the juice flowing. While ...

A homeowner trying to add a generator inlet box got an unexpected lesson in modern electrical setups. They discovered that, in a newer home, the "missing" main breaker may not be missing at all.

What electrical readiness matters before a whole-home generator? HelloNation answers that question in an article featuring ...

Kohler Power Systems, Kohler, WI, and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced a recall affecting about 6,600 Kohler 100A automatic transfer switches due to fire hazard. The CSPC ...

Shopping for a generator? Read about types, features, safety, and other must-know topics in our generator buying guide to ...