Eliminating Dropped Object Hazards at the Source
Milwaukee Tool teams up with PCL Construction and EllisDon to help workers stay safe and stay productive when working at heights.
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Habitat for Humanities – Providing Families with a Hand UP Not a Handout
Habitat Canada has been the EFC charity of choice since 2017. This program provides a vehicle for association members to help Canadians gain affordable homeownership through cash and product donations.
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Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i], 25th Edition– A Road Map: Appendix J – Annex J20
November 13, 2023 by William (Bill) Burr[i] (The 25th Edition of the CE-C, Part I, (C22.1-21) is available from CSA Group. This discussion of Appendix J -Annex J20 is based on the 25th edition). The Code is a comprehensive document. Sometimes it can seem quite daunting to find the information you need quickly. This series…
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Sonepar Announces That Texcan Ontario and Gescan Automation Ontario Will Be Merged Into SESCO
Sonepar Canada has recently announced it will be merging its Ontario based business divisions Texcan Ontario and Gescan Automation Ontario business into its SESCO business creating one Operating Company as of January 1st, 2024.
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New Edition of the Canadian Electrical Code Will Help Improve Electrical Installations in Many Areas
The new 2024 edition of the Code, slated for publication in March 2024, will bring significant updates in many areas.
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IMARK Canada’s Jim Taggart Announces Retirement
After a very successful career in many aspects of the electrical industry in Canada, Jim Taggart has announced his retirement effective December 31, 2023.
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Unveiling the Power of Electrical Estimating Training
In the world of electrical contracting, precision and accuracy are paramount. From the smallest residential project to the largest commercial or industrial endeavor, electrical estimates are the lifeblood of a successful contracting business.
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Greener Electrified Canada
There isn’t a more important time to be in the electrical industry than ‘right now’. Canada’s signing of the Paris agreement, means that we need to reduce GHG emissions by 40 – 45% below 2005 levels by 2030 and reach Net 0 by 2050.
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Nova Scotia Aims to Accelerate Skilled Trades Growth and Modernize Apprenticeship System
The government will accelerate growth in the skilled trades and modernize the entire apprenticeship and trades qualification system to meet the needs of a growing province.
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Master Electrician Review of Newly Redesigned IDEAL Auger Bits
October 10, 2023 By Blake Marchand Earlier this year, IDEAL Industries launched a new line of single and dual flute auger bits, which IDEAL says are designed to make for a more efficient wood cutting experience. IDEAL’s website lists features like arced cutting edge, coated fluting, nail strike resistance, splinter free cutting, and wet or…
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Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i], 25th Edition– A Road Map: Appendix J – Annex J18 – Part D
October 6, 2023 By William (Bill) Burr[i] [i] William (Bill) Burr is an associate member of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, Technical Committee and formerly Chair of the Canadian Advisory Council on Electrical Safety (CACES), Chief Electrical and Elevator Inspector for the Province of BC & the Northwest Territories, Director of Electrical and Gas…
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Guillevin Code Series – New Rules Around GCFIs
The 2021 edition of the CE Code, Rule 26-704 – Protection of Receptacles by A Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter of The Class A Type, subrule 1, requires that all 15A and 20A receptacles within 2.5 meters of finished grade be protected by Class A type GCFI.
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ABB Expands its Pointe-Claire Installation Products Facility
ABB is investing CA$16 million in its Installation Products Division manufacturing facility in Pointe-Claire, Canada.
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Leviton Decora Edge Wiring Devices
Leviton’s Decora Edge Single Pole Switch, 3-Way Switch and Tamper-Resistant Outlet provide the classic appearance and superior performance of Decora devices in a new, easier-to-install, safer design.
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Guillevin Strategies & Solutions: Enhancing the Customer Experience with a Comprehensive Website
In today’s customer-centric business climate, creative solutions are needed to provide customers with the seamless experience they’re looking for.
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Schneider Electric Appoints Emily Heitman as Country President, Canada
Schneider Electric is pleased to announce the appointment of Emily Heitman to the position of Country President, Canada, effective October 1, 2023. Emily succeeds Adrian Thomas, who announced his departure in June to assume a new role as CEO of Hammond Power Solutions.
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