BCEA Launch Betty Lou Education Relief Award
BCEA are excited to announce the Betyy Lou Education Relief Award.
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Accessibility Standards Canada and B.C. Collaborate on Accessible Building Codes and Standards
Accessibility Standards Canada and British Columbia’s Ministry of Attorney General and Responsible for Housing have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to optimize efforts and resources dedicated to creating a barrier-free Canada.
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T0115 Arc Energy Reduction Proposal A Win for EFC’s Distribution Equipment Business Section
On June 16, 2022, the Technical Committee on the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I, voted in favour of a new subrule 3) in Rule 2-306 Shock and arc flash protection, to be published in the 2024 CE Code.
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Siemens Acquires Brightly Software to Accelerate Growth in Digital Building Operations
Siemens Smart Infrastructure (SI) has signed an agreement to acquire Brightly Software, a leading U.S.-based software-as-a-service (SaaS) provider of asset and maintenance management solutions.
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ECAO Announces DEI Training under Provincial Funding
The Electrical Contractors Association of Ontario (ECAO) announces that it has been awarded Skills Development Funding of $1.7 million from the Ontario Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development.
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CUTRIC Supports Low-Emission Transit in Brampton and Burlington
CUTRIC welcomes investments from the Government of Canada and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) to support the City of Brampton and City of Burlington’s transition to low-emission transit.
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Ontario Region Women’s Network Appoints New Leadership; Thanks Past Chair
EFC is pleased to congratulate Lori Bagazzoli, Ledvance Ltd., for her new position as Ontario Region Women’s Network Chair. Lori started in the electrical industry in 1999 at Eurobex, and then expanded her skill base and knowledge to work at a distributor Trade Electric/Gerrie Electric.
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EFC Welcomes New Manufacturers’ Representative Member: Omnilumen Technical Products
For over 30 years Omnilumen, a full-service Manufacturer’s Representative, has built a reputation for providing quality lighting products. Their focus is placed on providing unparalleled service and support on projects, from inception to completion.
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Schneider Electric and Claroty Launch ‘Cybersecurity Solutions for Buildings’ Reducing Cyber and Asset Risks for Smart Buildings
Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, today announced the launch of Cybersecurity Solutions for Buildings, a solution that helps all buildings customers secure their building management systems (BMS) to protect their people, assets and operations.
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UL Enterprise Launches New Brands
The UL enterprise revealed new brands for its three organizations — UL Research Institutes, UL Standards & Engagement and UL Solutions. The brands reflect and clarify the unique role that each organization plays in working for a safer world.
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Honeywell Helps Building Owners and Employers Reinvent the Post-Pandemic Office Environment
Honeywell has launched a suite of Occupant Experience apps to help owners and tenants in premium commercial buildings unlock the hybrid office space of today.
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Innovative Energy-Saving Solar Greenhouse Idea Wins Schneider Go Green Student Competition
Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, today announced Team GreenOverMorrow from Morocco as the winner of Schneider Go Green, an annual competition that invites university students from around the globe to share their ideas for innovations that can help make the world cleaner, more inclusive, and more sustainable.
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ABB E-mobility Opens its Largest DC Fast Charger Production Facility in Italy
ABB E-mobility has today strengthened its position as the world leader in EV charging solutions with the opening of the company’s largest DC fast charger production site to date – the E-mobility Centre of Excellence in Valdarno, Tuscany.
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Copper Prices At Lowest Point Since March 2021
MINING.COM reported that the price of copper has fallen to its lowest level since March 2021 due to concerns of the global economic slowdown.
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Federal Government Launches Call for Proposals for the Zero-Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative
The federal governemnt has officially launched a call for proposals (CFP) for the Zero-Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative (ZEVAI). The initiative’s 2022 CFP will help fund new and innovative projects that aim to increase awareness and knowledge of ZEVs and charging and refueling infrastructure thereby increasing public confidence in these vehicles and their economic and environmental benefits.
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Atkore Inc. Announces Acquisition of United Poly Systems
Atkore Inc. announced that it has acquired United Poly Systems, a manufacturer of High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) pressure pipe and conduit, primarily serving telecom, water infrastructure, renewables, and energy markets.
