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In-Sure® Lever Connectors:What the Pros Say

In-Sure® Lever Connectors from IDEAL Electrical offer a quick splicing solution for wire terminations, saving you time and the strain of constant twisting. These compact connectors fit into cramped junction boxes, while the convenient reusability (flip the lever to release the conductors) makes rework a breeze.

But while lever connectors are widely used across Europe, some North American electricians are less familiar with lever-type connectors. To help bridge that gap, we sent our lever connectors to real electricians across North America and asked them to weigh in. How do IDEAL® lever connectors compare to competitor options? What should pros expect from the quality, convenience, and performance of In-Sure Lever Connectors?

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Liteline DMX: Wins IES 2026 Progress Report

Liteline’s Full-Color and Tunable White DMX Family has been recognized in the 2026 IES Progress Report. As the industry’s first single-COB, five-channel downlight technology, these DMX-compatible fixtures bring professional-grade precision and reliability to small-aperture lighting. Delivering full-spectrum white tuning and RGB with seamless transitions between every channel.
Explore our compatible DMX fixtures here.

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IPEX Scepter® RBox™ PVC Round Electrical Box


The Scepter® RBox™ is IPEX’s upgraded round electrical box designed as the next generation of the OB15, making installations faster, easier, and more reliable. Built from high‑impact, corrosion‑resistant PVC, it’s fully non‑metallic and ready for wet‑location use. It also includes several contractor‑driven improvements that boost durability, capacity, and convenience.

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The Task Bar That Wins on Price Without Losing on Quality

The Magic Lite 5CCT LED Task Bar goes up against the competition on quality and wins on price. CRI 90+, five CCT options, six sizes from 10 to 48 inches, TRIAC dimmable, and a 3-year warranty. Give your customers a quality under cabinet fixture at the lowest price point in the category and watch it become one of your fastest moving SKUs.

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Latest Canada–U.S. Tariffs Preliminary Assessment & Impact Survey from ECAO

With the breakdown in Canada–U.S. trade negotiations, U.S. tariffs and forthcoming Canadian tariff countermeasures may have implications for Ontario’s electrical contracting industry.

At this stage, the full impact remains uncertain. The final Canadian tariff schedule, Harmonized System (HS) classifications, country-of-origin rules, effective dates, exclusions and any remission process have not yet been confirmed.

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Power Your Industrial Projects With Nexans

Nexans Canada is a trusted provider of industrial cable solutions designed to support demanding applications across manufacturing, mining, energy, and infrastructure sectors. Its product portfolio includes power, control, and instrumentation cables engineered for reliability, durability, and safety in challenging environments. By combining advanced technology with high-quality materials, Nexans helps businesses improve operational efficiency and reduce downtime. With a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and customer support, Nexans Canada continues to play an important role in powering industrial operations nationwide.

Learn more at https://www.nexans.ca/en/Products-Overview/Buildings/Industrial.html

A Review of Residential Hybrid Heating in Nova Scotia

As more Nova Scotia households electrify, winter electricity demand is expected to increase. This study examines whether residential hybrid heating could help manage peak demand while supporting continued electrification.

Hybrid heating uses a heat pump as the primary heating source, with an existing fossil fuel system operating during periods of high electricity demand.

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