Recent content by GabeC

We have a few spec heavy customers in the oilfield that require the lever lock typ Wagos. They suggest that they will make a better connection with the heat cool cycle, and they had been having issues with wire nuts rusting. I might use them for lighting in my shop, but would still prefer wire...

I didn't want to weld on my container, so I used those T&B 25lb magnets to hold up lights and conduit. Worked great and they are really strong!

I love that big CAT Wrenchguy! Are you running three phase at your place? If not, what is it rated at single phase? We did industrial units at our place as well. A 60KW prime rated, rental grade, John Deere, trailer mounted unit with a sound attenuated enclosure from an old cell tower, and an...

It is not against code to put two wires under one lug, but at Wylie stated earlier, the lug has to be rated for it. most lugs have min-max wire size and an indication if they can take more than one wire of the same size stamped into the tongue or side of the lug. Proper torque when tightening...

As fast as LED technology is changing, I think I will buy a few extra fixtures for replacement when needed. Those Lithonia CPHB look like something I might try.

Yup, it is off peak rates for heat and because of all the oil activity and revenue it has generated, the utility company sometimes gives an 80% discount! pretty sweat deal! I hope they still do it once in a while after the building is up! It is -30 today, and no snow to insulate the ground, so...

I AM a little afraid of what the heat bill is going to be! it is -22 right now and is supposed to be cold all week... I am also trying to decide between propane and electric boilers. Propane is 99 cents a gallon and electric is 3.8 cents per KWh so propane is a little less, but not by too much...

Thanks guys! That's all great advice! dcg9381, I will plan on running a few conduits under the slab from the mechanical room out to the shop area. I'm curious what you mean by using 2" and 3" for building egress.... like for getting water or power into the building without having to punch...

Goodon says they put a vapor barrier on the inside... do you think there would be any benefit to putting house wrap on the outside as well?

Hello all! I'm new to the site, so thank you in advance for any input! I just pulled the trigger on a 54'x92'x16' Goodon pole building. Building going up in April, concrete soon after if money allows. I plan on finishing the last 30' into living/mechanical/office area with a mezzanine above. 8...

Do you have the option for off peak electricity rates? We use 5KW fan forced heaters in a lot of garages and they are pretty handy! I'm still on the fence about gas or electric boilers for my build...