National Apprenticeship Week Celebrates the Skilled Trades Workforce
The 7th annual National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) is here and takes place November 15 – 21, 2021. NAW is a nationwide celebration where industry, labor, equity, workforce, education, and government leaders host events to showcase the successes and value of Registered Apprenticeships for rebuilding our economy, advancing racial and gender equity, and supporting underserved communities. […]
Showcasing Our Work at Baptist Jax Entry/Wolfson Children’s Critical Care Tower
Baptist Health System, one of North Florida’s most comprehensive health care systems, is expanding its downtown Jacksonville, FL, campus. The Baptist Jacksonville Entry/Wolfson Children’s Critical Care Tower will open in early 2022, ensuring the most vulnerable patients receive the highest level of neonatal and pediatric intensive care in a state-of-the-art, family-centered environment. Miller Electric Company […]
In-Building Wireless: 4 Advantages of a Cellular DAS
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- by Phil Dyal
Poor cellular connectivity is a widespread problem inside many buildings and facilities. Most often, disruption is due to the construction material used in buildings. Metal, concrete, and Low-E glass can all reflect cellular and radio signals, resulting in low signal or dropped calls. Additionally, the immense amount of data required by numerous users can drastically […]
2021 Excellence in Construction Awards
Miller Electric Company took home one Eagle award and one Pyramid award at this year’s Associated Builders and Contractors Florida First Coast Chapter Excellence in Construction Awards. The Excellence in Construction awards program is the industry’s leading competition that honors both general and specialty contractors for innovative and high-quality merit shop construction projects. The award […]
“I am American.” The Story of Paul Kamau
At Miller Electric Company, we salute the contributions millions of immigrants have made to our nation. Watch here the story of Paul Kamau, who came to the United States from Kenya and is now a foreman with us in Atlanta. Earlier this year, Paul completed the process to become a naturalized U.S. citizen.
Peak of Hurricane Season Rapidly Approaching
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- by Phil Dyal
The most common natural disasters in the southeast are hurricanes. Much like the 2020 storm season, many states are preparing for an above-average amount of storms. While August – October are considered prime months for hurricanes, Sept. 10 is the statistical peak of storm activity. This peak typically occurs because the warmer waters of the […]
The Need for In-Building Wireless Solutions
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- by Phil Dyal
Universal wireless coverage is a service that we have all come to expect. Over the last decade, wireless connectivity has become an essential service – in the same category as electricity and water. As the Internet of Things takes form, our dependency on wireless service will only grow. Future technology rests on the ability to […]
By 2030, Half of All New Vehicles Sold in the U.S. Should Be Electric
Electric Vehicles (EVs) are fast becoming the future of the American road — and for a good cause. The desire to reduce pollution, oil dependence, and money spent on gas are potent motivators for drivers and businesses alike. President Joe Biden this month signed an ambitious executive order aimed at making half of all new […]
The Miller Electric Company Legacy
Founded in 1928, we have grown from a local electrical contractor to a national company licensed in nearly all 50 states. With over 2,300 employees and 17 locations, we provide a diversified range of services to a vast number of markets. We started as a local small appliance store and 93 years later, we have […]
ETA Apprenticeship Graduates Top Performers
About the Electrical Training Alliance The Electrical Training Alliance of Jacksonville is a Registered Electrical Apprenticeship that produces the most highly qualified electrical apprentices and journeyworker professionals in the field today. The comprehensive, 5-year program uses a combination of on-the-job learning and classroom instruction to equip students with the knowledge and skills they will need […]
