Welcome to the Independent Alliance of the Electrical Industry, Benjamin Franklin Chapter.
Your membership will open up whole new worlds of knowledge and camaraderie in the electrical industry.
As a pioneer, the Independent Alliance of the Electrical Industry plays a strong leadership role in the electrical industry and its many organizations and associations. Because of its reputation for fairness and code-compliance, the association has long been labeled the Keystone of the Electrical Industry. Like the keystone, the association plays a cohesive role among testing agencies, standards organizations, manufacturers, distributors, and contractors.
Are you an electrical professional 30 years of age or younger and need to build your network and knowledge? Join us at any meeting and pay a discounted rate of $30 for your meal and education!
General Meeting Notice
Date: February 17, 2026
Registration Open 5:30pm
Dinner 6:30pm
Program 7-9pm
The best of the best! The Benjamin Franklin Chapter is thrilled to announce that our board of directors will be our presenter this month. Our topic is the Code Breakfast Questions from the 2025 IAEI Eastern Section Meeting. This BFC annual event explores the trickiest parts of the code. At the section meeting, there is debate, there is dissent, and there is confusion! This comprehensive training will investigate some of the most difficult puzzles in the NEC. This is your chance to weigh in with your interpretation of these sometimes-messy requirements. It is not to be missed!
Upcoming Meetings
| Date | Presenter/Topic |
| Feb 2026 | Code Breakfast Questions |
| Mar 2026 | City of Philadelphia |
| Apr 2026 | Paul Cook, Panasonic |
| May 2026 | Matt Sukley, Eaton |
Healthcare Electricians Seminar • March 11, 2026
This seminar is expressly designed for individuals responsible for the safety, compliance, and performance of electrical systems in healthcare facilities. Key topics will include National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA 99: Health Care Facilities Code and UL Standards and Certification.
Electrical Student Award Program
Each year, The Independent Alliance of the Electrical Industry, Benjamin Franklin Chapter offers our “Electrical Student Award” program. This program recognizes and rewards exceptional student performance and commitment in electrical related vocational/technical school programs.
Learn more about the program ›
Rest In Peace Ed Perrine
The Benjamin Franklin Chapter is sad to announce that Past President, Past Treasurer, and current Board Member Edward Perrine passed away on July 30, 2024. He was an Air Force Veteran, a Deacon at his church, and an honorary member of our chapter.
Ed Perrine supported the IAEI for over five decades, dedicating time and energy to the benefit of our members throughout his 57-year membership. During that time, he mentored countless peers, led our chapter, managed our finances, and was a friend to all.
Rarely does one meet a man who is so knowledgeable and cordial. Edward epitomized what it meant to be a gentleman. We are saddened to have lost his guidance and friendship. He was a beacon of erudite wisdom in our industry. Ed's absence will be deeply felt by all who knew him.
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