CSA 343: What Every Electrician Needs to Know About the New Standard for EVEMS
It’s official: the new CSA C22.2 NO. 343 standard has been published by the CSA Group.
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ABB to Invest Over CA$130M in Canadian R&D and Manufacturing
ABB announced that it will invest more than CA$130 million (around US$100 million) to expand the R&D and production capacity of its advanced power protection and grid resilience technologies in Canada.
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Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i] – A Road Map: Section 40 — Electric Cranes and Hoists
Rule 40-000 Scope – This is a supplementary or amendatory section of the code and applies to the installation of electrical equipment and circuits for electric cranes, hoists, and monorails.
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ABB’s Microlectric BP320 Series Meter Socket Now Available Throughout BC to Support Increasing Demand for Service Upgrades
ABB’s Microlectric BP320-A Self-Contained Meter Socket is now available through distribution channels in BC. Launched in 2015, the BP320 is also certified by Hydro-Quebec for use in Quebec, as well as some areas in Atlantic Canada.
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Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i] – A Road Map: Section 38
The Code is a comprehensive document. Sometimes it can seem quite daunting to quickly find the information you need. This series of articles provides a guide to help users find their way through this critical document.
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Schneider Electric Canada Inaugurates a New Production Line in Brossard, Quebec
Schneider Electric Canada announces the expansion of its facility in Brossard, Quebec. This strategic development includes the addition of a new production line dedicated to the local manufacturing of Schneider Electric’s advanced electrical equipment…
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Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i] – A Road Map: 26th Edition, Section 36 – High Voltage Installations
Although Rule 36-000 has not yet been amended, note that the definition of voltage in Section 0 – Definitions has been revised in the 26th edition…
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Unpacking Sales Outsource Solutions’ 2025 SHOW: Developing Deeper Relationships and Making Connections
Sales Outsource Solutions (SOS) held the third edition of their SOS Show on April 10th at the Pearson Convention Centre. The show had a highly concentrated feel…
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Boîtiers STA & NOARK: Powering Reliability Across Public & Private Sectors
May 14, 2025 With over 40 years of field experience, electrical contractor Guy St-Amour developed an innovative product that led to the founding of Boîtiers STA. In 2011, a special request for a safe outlet for an 800-amp mobile load bank resulted in the prototype for a line of custom-made boxes designed for quick and secure electrical connections. Boîtiers STA quickly grew from a garage operation into a thriving business, now co-owned by Guy’s daughter, Karianne St-Amour.
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Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i], 26th Edition– A Road Map: Section 34
Rule 34-000 Scope, this is a supplementary or amendatory section of the code and applies to incandescent lamps, fluorescent lamps, high-voltage luminous discharge (cold-cathode or neon) tubes, high-intensity discharge lamps and other light-emitting sources such as LEDs.
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NETCO Adds Introduction to Microgrids Training to OASIS Program
NETCO have announced the latest offering in their OASIS training program portfolio – Introduction to Microgrids.
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Rex Power Magnetics Announces Plans and Progress Towards Expansion of Production Capacity
Rex Power Magnetics is building on its momentum for enhancing productivity and overall capacity.
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Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i], 26th Edition – A Road Map: Section 32
Section 32, as outlined in rule 32 -000 Scope, is a supplementary or amendatory section of the code and provides additional and specific requirements for the location, installation, wiring, and protection, of fire alarm systems…
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Nominations Open for 2024 NETCO Leadership Excellence Award
Established in 2016, the NETCO Leadership Excellence award honours an industry training professional for his/her role for the success and their outstanding contributions to apprenticeship training and continuing electrical training.
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LEDVANCE Expands Innovative OPTI-SELECT™ Product Platform, Delivering Adjustable Distribution for Maximum Versatility
LEDVANCE is expanding its OPTI-SELECT™ Product Platform, reinforcing its commitment to flexibility, efficiency, and performance.
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Shaping the Future of Manufacturing: ABB’s Investment in Automation and Growth at Pointe-Claire Facility
During my visit to ABB’s facility in Pointe-Claire, dubbed T-CAN after its location alongside the Trans-Canadian highway, I saw firsthand how automation is shaping the future of manufacturing.
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