Nesco Celebrates Milestone
Nesco Canada announces that it is celebrating 25 years of exceptional service as a Canadian-owned manufacturer and trusted supplier to electrical wholesalers across the country
CACN Annual General Meeting Highlights
The Canadian Anti-Counterfeiting Network (CACN) has held its AGM in Toronto. Chaired by Sundeep Chauhan (Motion Picture Association), the AGM provided members with an opportunity to learn about recent developments in IP crime prevention and CACN’s role in advocacy. Sundeep announced the appointment of Katalin Molnar, CSA Group, as Vice-Chair of CACN. Key representatives from Eaton, Siemens and Schneider, participated at this event.
Rockwell Automation Organization Changes in Canada
Mike Hutchings has been named Regional Vice President, Sales for its Canada Region. He has extensive experience at Rockwell Automation and most recently, was the regional vice president, U.S., Western Region. Mike joined Rockwell Automation as the branch manager of Chicago in 2008.
TowerWise Program Set to Show Path to Deep Building Energy Efficiency
The Atmospheric Fund (TAF) has unveiled plans for the next phase of its successful TowerWise retrofit program for multi-residential buildings thanks to funding from Natural Resources Canada and the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO).
Schneider Electric Canada Employees Raise More than $101,000 for Annual Tremblant 24h Event
For the eighth year in a row, Schneider Electric, the global specialist in energy management and automation, participated as a proud sponsor in the 17th annual Tremblant 24h. With support from family, friends, employees, and the company, Schneider Electric Canada employees raised funds and presented a cheque for $101,840 to support local children’s causes.
Alberta’s Renewable Electricity Program has Resulted in the Lowest Ever Price for Wind Energy in Canada
The Canadian Wind Energy Association (CanWEA) commends the Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) and the Government of Alberta for the successful implementation of the first phase of its Renewable Electricity Program (REP), which has resulted in the lowest-ever price for wind energy generation in Canada.
STANDARD 2017 Donation Day
During 2017 STANDARD Donation Day, on December 6th, we’re proud to announce that we collected $75 740 to donate to various charities.
Valard Construction and Supercom Industries Partner for East-West Tie Line Project
Valard Construction, a Quanta Services company, has been selected by NextBridge Infrastructure and Borealis Infrastructure to construct the Ontario East-West Tie Line Project in northern Ontario. Valard will be working closely with Supercom Industries, a 100% Aboriginal-owned joint venture by the six First Nations proximate to the East-West Tie transmission line, to hire qualifying candidates from the First Nation communities.
TechnoCentre éolien Commissions Solar Facility for Applied Research
The TechnoCentre éolien (TCE) is pleased to announce the installation and commissioning of a 16 kW solar PV system at its research site in Gaspé. Thanks to this new infrastructure, which consists of 60 photovoltaic (PV) panels, the TechnoCentre éolien raises its commitment to solar research to a new level.
Schneider Electric Achieves Industry-First ISASecure Level Two Security Development Lifecycle Assurance Certification
Schneider Electric, the leader in digital transformation of energy management and automation, has announced that its Calgary, Alberta and Lake Forest, California process automation product development centers have been certified by exida, a globally recognized ISO 17065 certification body.
ABB Wins EFC Marketing Award
ABB Canada has received an EFC (Electro-Federation Canada) Marketing Award, which celebrates the inauguration of ABB Canada’s new corporate headquarters, Campus Montreal and its state-of-the-art immersive digital environment, Customer Innovation Center.
General Motors Proposes Renewable Energy Project at St. Catharines Propulsion Plant
General Motors of Canada is proposing to build a 6.4 megawatt co-generation plant that will use renewable landfill gas as fuel to generate electricity and recover thermal energy to power and heat its St. Catharines Propulsion Plant.
Fortis Appoints David Hutchins as Executive Vice President, Western Utilities Operations
Barry Perry, President and CEO of Fortis Inc. has announced the appointment of David Hutchens as Executive Vice President, Western Utility Operations, Fortis, effective January 1, 2018.
CanWEA Delivers Wind Farm Icing and Cold Climate Safety Best Practices
From deserts to the tropics and from mountains to open plains, modern wind turbine designs have been making wind energy available in almost every region on the planet. This is true in Canada’s vast landscape as well with wind turbines installed in all ten provinces and two territories. While not uniquely Canadian, those of us in the great white north can lay claim to our share of ice, snow and low temperatures.
CanWEA Delivers Statement on the Future of the Site C Project
Jean-François Nolet, vice-president of policy and communications at the Canadian Wind Energy Association (CanWEA) issued this statement following the announcement made by British Columbia Premier John Horgan to complete construction of the Site C hydroelectric dam
Bruce Power Awards TransCanada Turbines $6 Million Contract to Support Standby Generator Improvements
Bruce Power and TransCanada Turbines have entered into an agreement valued at more than $5.9 million in support of major component overhauls for the standby generators.
