ESA Protocol for Customer Visits Regarding COVID-19
The Electrical Safety Authority has implemented procedures and strict protocol to reduce the spread of COVID-19 for their employees, customers, and the public.
Graybar Partner Webinars: Cooper Lighting, Nvent Hoffman, CommScope
During COVID-19, Graybar Canada has put an increased focus on ensuring customers have access to quality industry training.
Stay Wired-to-Win Challenge # 3: Motor Control Diagram
While the annual IDEAL® National Championship has been postponed to 2021 due to the coronavirus outbreak, the ‘Stay Wired to Win’ program aims to keep the electrical community engaged during this time.
Hilti and Ottobock Bring Exoskeleton Solutions to the Construction Industry
The Hilti Group has entered into a technology partnership with Ottobock SE & Co. KGaA to develop exoskeletal systems. Such solutions open new possibilities in terms of health protection and productivity and represent a future market in the construction industry.
Non-Residential Capital and Repair Expenditures, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in a considerable slowdown in economic activity in Canada and altered the capital investment intentions of Canadian companies originally reported by Statistics Canada in February.
Southwire Announces Acquisition of Madison Electric Products
Southwire announced the acquisition of Madison Electric Products LLC of Solon, Ohio – a manufacturer of electrical components and accessories.
BACnet International Welcomes Newest Member, Douglas Lighting Controls
The BACnet community have announced Douglas Lighting Controls has become the latest company to join BACnet International as a silver member.
Saskatchewan Electrical Licensing Services Transferred to TSASK
Government Relations Minister Lori Carr announced the transfer of gas and electrical licensing services to the Technical Safety Authority of Saskatchewan (TSASK) will be completed this weekend.
CSA Training: Hazardous Area Requirements for Electrical Equipment
From equipment selection to wiring methods and installation requirements, the safe installation of electrical equipment in hazardous locations depends on rigorous attention to detail.
E.B. Horsman Calgary Moving to Larger Location
E.B. Horsman & Son is excited to announce that our Calgary branch will be moving to a new building located down the street (350m away). The new address will be #104-11080 50 St. SE Calgary as of August 24, 2020.
Manitoba Judge Overturns Legislation Regulating Public Sector Wage Increases
The IBEW and its labour allies in Manitoba achieved a major win on June 11 when a judge threw out a controversial piece of legislation designed to hold down the wages of 120,000 public employees in the province and damage their collective bargaining rights.
Wow Lighting and Controls Introduce New Distributor & Contractor Sales Rep for Calgary
Wow Lighting and Controls are excited to introduce the newest addition to the Wow Calgary team, Krystal Franke.
Southwire Names Stinson President as Thorn Announces Retirement
Southwire Company today named Rich Stinson as its president as the company begins a transition in leadership.
UL, ALA, NEMA Collaborate to Offer Ultraviolet Light Safety Guidance
With a shared commitment to the safety and performance of electrical lighting, UL, the American Lighting Association (ALA) and the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) have released a new position paper due to an increased demand for sanitizing and germicidal capabilities in the face of COVID-19.
New Vice-President Appointed to the Canadian National Committee of the IEC
The Standards Council of Canada is delighted to announce that Shawn Paulsen, manager of conformity assessment with CSA Group, was recently appointed by the Canadian National Committee of the International Electrotechnical Commission (CANC/IEC) as their new vice-president.
IDEAL Continues to Highlight Electrician’s Skill as Stay Wired-to-Win Moves onto Challenge 3
IDEAL continues to recognize the essential work electricians are doing during this global crisis.
