NECA 2023: Where Electrical Contracting Meets Innovation

Hey there, electricians and tradespeople! We just got back from the electrifying NECA 2023 event in Philadelphia, and let us tell you, it was a powerhouse of innovation and skill. From September 29th to October 2nd, the City of Brotherly Love was buzzing with the latest and greatest in the electrical trade. We're here to give you the lowdown on what caught our eye and why you should be as amped as we are. 🌟
00:00 - INTRO
00:29 - DEWALT
01:25 - WAGO
03:12 - SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
04:50 - KOJO
08:34 - CURRENT TOOLS
09:37 - HAMMOND POWER SOLUTIONS
10:46 - LIVINGSTON ENERGY
11:42 - KNIPEX
13:02 - ALLIED
14:46 - GORE-TEX
16:46 - OUTRO
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The Booths We Visited ⚡
DEWALT
First up, DEWALT knocked it out of the park with their DCE-600 Knockout Tool. This bad boy is a game-changer for making clean, precise holes in electrical boxes. Built in the USA, this tool features a 180-degree rotating head, magnets embedded in the dies, and threadless punches. This allows users to quickly throw the punch on the draw stud and then use the quick stud lock! It's the kind of tool that makes you wonder how you ever got by without it.
WAGO
WAGO was all about connections-literally. They showcased an array of wire connectors that are as reliable as they are easy to use. If you're tired of fumbling around with subpar connectors, WAGO is where it's at.
SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
Before we move on to KOJO, we have to talk about SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC and their Pulse Panel. This isn't just any panel; it's a smart system that gives you access to all the information of each circuit. What's more, it learns the electrical usage of all your circuits. It's like having a crystal ball for your electrical system. Truly amazing.
KOJO
KOJO is bringing tech to the trades in a big way with their Field Services app. This app is a one-stop-shop for managing jobs, tracking time, and so much more. It's like having a personal assistant right in your pocket.
CURRENT TOOLS
CURRENT TOOLS had us bending over backward with their conduit bender. This isn't your granddad's bender; it can bend multiple conduits simultaneously, all with the same bends and height. Talk about a time-saver!
HAMMOND POWER SOLUTIONS
Transformers are the backbone of any electrical system, and HAMMOND POWER SOLUTIONS knows it. They gave us the inside scoop on their latest transformers, designed for efficiency and durability.
LIVINGSTON ENERGY GROUP
LIVINGSTON took EV charging to the next level. Not only did they have a unique spin on their EV charger, but they also had a wicked cool motorcycle on display. It's the future, folks, and it's electric.
KNIPEX
Whether you say Kuh-NIPE-X or NAI-PEX, one thing's for sure: their new handheld tools are a must-have. We were particularly impressed by their new needle nose combination pliers-precision and grip all in one.
ALLIED
ALLIED is making BIM (Building Information Modeling) more accessible than ever. They even print out the bend marks on conduits for jobs, taking the guesswork out of complex installations.
GORE-TEX
Last but not least, GORE-TEX unveiled their new flash suit made of one-ply Arc Rated Pyrad. This suit is as functional as it is stylish, offering top-notch protection without the bulk.
Don't Miss Our Podcast 🎙️
For more in-depth conversations and insights, check out our NECA 2023 podcast available on Spotify and iTunes. We dive deeper into the event, talking to other companies and key players who were there.
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[@johnbukowski968]

John from WAGO here, we don't care if you say WAY Go or Wauuu Go, we just like to help make life easier for Electricians! Thank you for your business!

[@scottarey6980]

Nice to briefly meet you and some of your team at this convention! Really appreciated you taking some time to talk to us fans. Love the videos!

[@andyboybennett]

The Wago guy also pronounces lever as "leever", so what does he know about pronunciation? :)

[@johnbukowski968]

Danny is from North Carolina, it's a Southern thing!

[@skatercurator]

I’m in San Diego! I’m excited to see my first NECA for 2024! Thanks for all your content!

[@PacRimElectric]

See you there! Can't wait for 2024!

[@bryanduchane2371]

Been out of Distribution since December of 2015. WOW!!! THINGS HAVE CHANGED!!!!

[@Hitman.13.]

I ve been there on Sunday, our Local union organized a trip there and we all went! I am sooooo salty I didn't meet you, as you are one BIG factor into me being an Electrical apprentice right now! Much love and appreciation Dustin! You ve changed alot of lives, I ve been a loyal follower from the days of "Journeyman to Master".

[@iamelectrictn3147]

The DeWalt KO seems awesome. Never used one but looks like it would be great especially threadless. I may have to try one out. The magnets are a great idea also. Never seen that before.

[@michaelbaumgardner2530]

The office and the field team on the same page...Hilarious

[@Somm_RJ]

Hi, I have a question but unrelated to the video. What do you call a switch that don't latch but stays close or open? The ones they sometimes have as 2-way in hotels.

[@BearStar1]

Dustin, I've been a Residential & Light Commercial Journeyman Electrician-Sub Contractor for more than 56 years and the one thing that I dislike is the need to compete with everyone else ! I do my work by the Code at my own satisfactory pace and I don't compete with anyone else to see who's better or who's faster at it ! I do it right the first time and never ever had a callback by any of my customers in over 56 years in the trade !! WHY does everything in the World , especially in the building trades have to be a damn competition ?? WHAT is the Damn Reasonning and Logic behind it all ?? I'm not out to compete against anyone , never have and never will !

[@blr141]

If you were a contractor for 56 years, you most definitely had to compete against other contractors to make a living. Lol.

[@Myhouse.007]

Are you looking for an apprentice?

[@Myhouse.007]

I want to become an electrician having the hardest time getting in somewhere. Do you have any advice?

[@johncantrell8884]

Bear, from Idaho here and from my experience if your not competitive you are left in the the dust. Simple supply and demand creates competitive environments. Oddly enough you seem to fit the bill on the quality side but may not understand that is what separates you competitive wise.

[@iamelectrictn3147]

​@@Myhouse.007In my neck of the woods all the bigger electrical contractors offer a paid apprenticeship program. He's its 4 years with ABC trade school. You also have the Union hall option and they offer the same but 5 years IBEW. Your area should be the same. Call around and talk with them. Good luck man

[@josecabrera6391]

Finally a new video !!😊

[@johncantrell8884]

Question for you friend. I thoroughly appreciate your content and find it above the rest as informative. I am just curious why the recent lack of it? I do know you have recently moved your home base and wish you the best, just curious.

[@pabloluna7881]

I enjoy this thank you

[@WCFAsyncQueryable]

Do you know if there are any other brands that Soan that can reduce the amperage of EV charger to avoid tripping the main breaker?

[@WCFAsyncQueryable]

Do you know if Scheider electric has a 400A smart panel? Or is it only 200A?

[@TylerFoster3810]

Hey Dustin awesome videos Brother! Keep up the hard work. Can you do a video on how most electrical contractor Makes an a year? Thank for the videos. I am a new viewer on the channel, and my name is Tyler thanks for the effort and time you do on all these types of videos.

[@matthewfoster7007]

Do a video on box fill calculations with new code on grounds

[@TheTubejunky]

Knew it wah go

[@chrissauter7501]

Ah, a crayon-eater! What was your MOS? Hoping for a 0300 series speciality. 20 years 27 days here, as an Army grunt

[@TheArtificiallyIntelligent]

I hope those Schneider panels don’t require a cloud connection. I want local only. Also, how does Allied get a patent for that? That’s so unoriginal.

[@bobb.6393]

It is obvious and should be unobvious

[@PrivateOrdover]

I am an engineer and where do I get my product out there to be seen ?

[@WCFAsyncQueryable]

What do you think of Scheider electric's smart panel vs Span's smart panel?

[@johncantrell8884]

Just an fyi....Leviton has a very compelling smart panel with better pricing that we use.

[@WCFAsyncQueryable]

@@johncantrell8884 Does they have smart logic like turning off some breakers depending on battery level or reducing amperage of EV charger to avoid tripping the main breaker or are they "just" wifi breakers?

[@johncantrell8884]

We have not had extensive experience with ev and these panels to answer that question directly. I do know they are a wifi style breaker with smart monitoring capability. Used with a backup generator they are comparable but with your question I would have to do some digging to be accurate. Wish I could help more.

[@vbottoni]

nice vid dustin

[@EdMalabar]

What is the point of grabbing emt at 12:48? What was he demonstrating?

[@redhouscv2792]

He said there’s an area in the middle to grab pipe

[@ronnyheilmann]

Hi, wago is actually pronounced with an german "a"-sound.

[@kikodelacruz96]

Will a neck tattoo affect my interview for the apprenticeship?

[@nhzxboi]

No thanks. Can't stand the caffeine-stoked sales people. Had enough of that in my life. Hate trade shows. Same old, same old. 10% real, 90% BS. Gets tiring. Lol. Every one of those gizmo pushers are the same android...different bodies but the same thing really. That's why I'm tired of it. Very shallow people pushing questionable products. They sprinkle fancy words all around and convince you you're gonna fall unless you use their junk. Pure crap.

[@johncantrell8884]

To add....why does it feel like a used car salesmen trying to push a race car without having been in a driver's seat lol. Most could sale tampons better. Just my opinion 😂.

[@aetherguy881]

I want to love the video, but the L/R balance is horrible.

[@redhouscv2792]

I couldn’t put my finger on what it was but I definitely noticed it sounded weird. Especially on the wago guy

[@aetherguy881]

@@redhouscv2792 must be anything to make them "sound" like a bad idea. Honestly I love the connectors and wish they were more widely accepted. Ideal's take on lever nuts is nice, but I think I still like Wago a bit better.

[@coffee9030]

🧲20V

[@BearStar1]

You really need to lose the Beard Dustin ! You look better without it !~