Hammond Power Solutions Launches New Smart Transformers for Predictive Energy Management

Hammond Power Solutions Launches New Smart Transformers for Predictive Energy Management

Hammond Power Solutions proudly announces the launch of HPS Smart Transformers, now available for medium and low voltage transformers. This advanced solution integrates IIoT-enabled power monitors to provide critical data insights, empowering users to proactively analyze and address potential issues before they lead to costly downtime.


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When a Familiar Door Closes

By Keith Sones, seasoned utility industry executive

Most of the articles I’ve written have been based on personal experiences, many of them occurring decades ago, which eventually translate into helpful life lessons. The years allow the events to marinate in a savoury stew of time and reflection, clarity never coming immediately, or even soon. It’s more like the morning fog slowly lifting to allow the sun to shine on what were, moments ago, shimmery ghost like images without definition. That’s of course, if it comes at all.

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Public Review of Proposed Changes to the 2020 National Model Codes

The Canadian Board for Harmonized Construction Codes (CBHCC) is inviting code users, interested parties, and the broader public to take part in the next public review of proposed changes to the 2020 editions of the National Model Codes.

The public review runs from October 21 to December 19, 2024. Those interested in participating in the review can access the proposed changes on the CBHCC’s website and provide feedback.

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Gerrie Electric Honoured as 2024 AD Electrical – Canada All-In Member of the Year

AD Announced on LinkedIn that they have honoured Gerrie Electric as their Canada All-In Member of the Year.

“This morning’s Canadian member business meeting saw this group celebrate another one of our terrific members! We are proud to honour Gerrie Electric Wholesale Ltd. as the 2024 AD Electrical – Canada All-In Member of the Year.

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BoxPower, based in Grass Valley, Calif., designs, installs and manages microgrids for utilities, EV charging and Commercial and Industrial Applications. With modular hardware, advanced software services, and a team of subject matter experts, BoxPower delivers an end-to-end microgrid platform that enables organizations to deploy microgrids at scale, anywhere.

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Thermon Expands Electric Heater Offering Through Aquisition of F.A.T.I.

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F.A.T.I. is a leading designer and manufacturer of electrical heaters and heating systems for a broad range of industrial end markets, including oil & gas, pharmaceutical, renewables, nuclear and HVAC.

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This special weekly digest has the broadest reach of those that are involved in all aspects of the electrical industry including electrical construction and maintenance professionals and electrical specifying engineers across Canada. EIN is designed to provide electrical professionals with insight and intelligence on developments in the industry that impact design, specification, and the installation of electrical equipment. From corporate news to new technologies and insightful opinions, EIN will become your first read in the electrical industry in Canada. Published weekly – every Tuesday