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EV Charger Installations and Service Capacity: What Electrical Contractors Need to Check Before Installation
The demand for residential EV charging continues to grow, but installing an EV charger is not simply a matter of adding a breaker and running a cable.
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No Driver Means Fewer Reasons to Go Back.
Wrong driver. Wrong protocol. Driver never ordered. Every one of those is a drive back across town. The 120V AC eStrip connects straight to line voltage, so none of them can happen. Cuttable every 4 inches, up to 164 feet on a single feed, IP65 rated.
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Choosing the Right Electrode Boiler Configuration
October 30, 2026 Horizontal and vertical immersed-electrode designs, along with vertical jet-type boilers, provide different advantages depending on whether the application requires steam or hot water, the necessary output, and the physical limitations of the installation High-voltage electrode boilers are now available at outputs extending well into the tens of megawatts, placing them in major… Read More…
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What Can be Done to Combat Copper Theft?
October 30, 2026 Patience Cathcart, Public Safety Officer, Electrical Safety Authority talks about the issues facing communities like Windsor-Essex and what residents and businesses can do to protect themselves Source Read More…
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From Blueprint to Smart Home: Getting Integration Right
October 30, 2026 Smart home technology is becoming an increasingly important part of modern construction, but too often, automation is considered only after a project is already underway. What happens when smart technology is brought into the conversation too late, and how can builders, architects, and integrators work together to deliver better results? In this… Read More…
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Webinar Roundtable: Supply Chain Resilience and Circularity
October 30, 2026 Copper, aluminum and polymer markets are under mounting geopolitical pressure. Join Nexans, Suez, Equans and SE Advisory Services for a live conversation on how circularity turns resource scarcity into a source of resilience. “Building resilient supply chains through circularity and innovation” A cable is a bundle of strategic commodities, and every one… Read More…
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Nexans DriveRx® VFD Cable: Built for Reliable Motor Performance
Nexans DriveRx® VFD Cable is engineered to optimize the performance of variable frequency drive (VFD) systems in demanding industrial applications. Designed to reduce electrical noise, minimize voltage spikes, and enhance system reliability, DriveRx® helps protect motors and connected equipment from premature wear. Its robust construction provides excellent durability, flexibility, and resistance to harsh environmental conditions. Ideal for manufacturing, mining, water treatment, and commercial facilities, DriveRx® VFD Cable delivers dependable power transmission while supporting improved efficiency, reduced maintenance, and long-term operational performance.
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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.
Goal Zero YETI 3000X Power Stations Recalled due to Fire and Burn Hazards
This recall involves Goal Zero YETI 3000X power stations. The silver and black portable power stations measure about 62 centimetres (24.4 inches) high, 47 centimetres (18.5 inches) wide, 57 centimetres (22.3 inches) deep and weigh approximately 42 kilograms (92 pounds).
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STA Boxes Enters a Major New Growth Phase with Expanded Facilities
In a market where speed, flexibility, and reliability have become essential, STA Boxes is reaching a major milestone in its growth journey.
The Quebec-based family business is proud to announce its move into facilities nearly four times larger, expanding from 2,200 to 8,000 square feet. This strategic move will allow the company to better meet rapidly growing demand.
Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code
Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i], 26th Edition– A Road Map: Section 76 — Temporary Wiring
Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i], 26th Edition– A Road Map: Section 74 — Airport installations
Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i], 26th Edition– A Road Map: Section 70 & Section 72
Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i], 26th Edition– A Road Map: Section 68 — Pools, Tubs, and Spas
Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i], 26th Edition– A Road Map: Section 66 — Amusement Parks, Midways, Carnivals
Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i], 26th Edition: Section 64 — Renewable Energy Systems
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Premier Ford and Prime Minister Carney Launch New Action Plan to Protect Workers from Tariffs and Strengthen Ontario Industries
October 30, 2026 The world is changing rapidly. In the face of U.S. tariffs and growing global uncertainty, Canada is focused on what we can control. We are building our strength at home, diversifying our trading relationships abroad and making strategic investments to build a stronger, more independent and more resilient economy. “Working in partnership… Read More…
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Ontario Breaks Ground on New Emergency Department at Charlotte Eleanor Englehart Hospital in Petrolia
October 30, 2026 The Ontario government has officially broken ground on Bluewater Health’s Rural Health Capital Improvement Project at Charlotte Eleanor Englehart Hospital in Petrolia. Supported by a provincial investment of more than $17 million, the project will renovate over 8,200 square feet of existing space and help deliver on the province’s goal to connect… Read More…
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Canada and New Brunswick Invest in a New Wastewater Treatment Facility in Rothesay
October 30, 2026 The Government of Canada is using every tool at its disposal, leveraging technology, innovation and partnerships, to build homes at scale. To that end, the Governments of Canada and New Brunswick, in partnership with the Town of Rothesay, have announced a joint investment of more than $28 million in two projects to… Read More…
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Canada and Manitoba Partner to Build Infrastructure
October 30, 2026 Building a strong Canada starts with investing in the infrastructure that people and communities rely on every day. To that end, the governments of Canada and Manitoba have finalized two agreements under the Provincial and Territorial stream of the Build Communities Strong Fund to build and renew infrastructure in Manitoba. Manitoba will receive… Read More…
Federal Government Invests in Rural Transit Projects for Communities Across British Columbia
Rural and remote communities in British Columbia, including the Village of Pemberton, will receive a boost for transit projects following an investment of more than $10.6 million from the federal government.
These projects were announced by Patrick Weiler, Member of Parliament for West Vancouver–Sunshine Coast–Sea to Sky Country, who was accompanied by his Worship Mike Richman, Mayor of the Village of Pemberton.
Electrical Industry News Week
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
