Survey Says: Electrical Equipment Installation Drives Electrican Employment by Segment 2013 Versus 2014
Electrical Equipment Installation drives electrican Employment by segment 2013 versus 2014
Electrical Equipment Installation drives electrican Employment by segment 2013 versus 2014
Investment in building construction increased 1.6% to $17.8 billion in October, following five months of declines. Provincially, Quebec led the way, with growth of 3.5%.
Electrical contractors are approaching a tipping point in terms of pursuing roles and opportunities in the growing market of smart buildings, says a new report from Electri International. But alongside these opportunities are some non-traditional business challenges.
The COVID-19 pandemic had large impacts on those in the skilled trades, as these jobs often require hands-on and close-proximity interactions. Using data from the Education and Labour Market Longitudinal Platform, this study examines the pandemic’s impacts by investigating the proportion of journeypersons who received the CERB (Canada Emergency Response Benefit) among those who certified between 2008 and 2019.
Do you know the first question you should ask before opening an electrical enclosure? Plant managers, building maintenance staff and electrical repair personnel repeat the question “Is it safe?” so often that it’s practically a mantra.
From time to time a request is made, typically by an installing electrical contractor, to label some or all the components of a modular wiring system with the circuit ID before shipping to the job site.
Canadian municipalities issued $7.8 billion worth of building permits in February, down 5.7% from the previous month. The decline was largely due to lower construction intentions for multi-family dwellings.
April 26, 2024 Electric Avenue, a leading innovator in electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions, is thrilled to announce significant improvements to the cold temperature performance of its flagship products, the Watti Pro Lite and Watti Home Gen2. After comprehensive environmental testing, both chargers now boast an impressive operational rating of -40 degrees Celsius, surpassing the… Read More…
April 26, 2024 Regulations under the Safety Codes Act require that all electrical accidents and power line contacts be reported. This annual report by Municipal Affairs compiles a summary of incidents reported during the calendar year. Organizations in the electrical industry may wish to use this information for promoting public awareness of electrical safety risks…. Read More…
April 26, 2024 The City of Winnipeg’s Planning, Property & Development Department will implement zoning bylaw updates in phases, starting with development permit exemptions. Recent bylaw amendments, approved on March 21, 2024, grant the PP&D Director authority to determine the need for a development permit. These exemptions aim to streamline the permit process for projects… Read More…
April 23, 2024 In today’s world with environmental concerns top of mind, ABB offers sustainable options to extend equipment life through refurbishment and repair—which support a circular economy and reduce landfill footprints. In this context, ABB Canada’s Brampton facility is recognized for offering customized solutions for a growing list of ABB , GE, and non-ABB… Read More…
April 29, 2024 Northern Cables Inc., a pioneer in the Electrical Wire & Cable industry, is delighted to announce the appointment of Mike Christiansen as Western Canada Territory Manager. This key addition to the team is a part of Northern Cables’ strategic initiative to expand its market presence and enhance customer engagement across Western Canada…. Read More…
April 26, 2024 In support of Southwire’s focus on strategic growth, the company is pleased to announce an investment in Condoit, a software platform for electrical design, analysis and collaboration. Condoit, based in Birmingham, Ala., has developed a software application to dramatically simplify the process of documenting “as-built” drawings of electrical systems. Condoit’s software aids… Read More…
April 26, 2024 FLO will be a featured exhibitor and speaker at the EV & Charging Expo in Toronto held May 1-2, the premier electric vehicle and charging trade show and conference for fleet operators, building owners and companies in the EV industry. FLO’s exhibit, which will be located at booth No. 125, will feature FLO’s newest… Read More…
April 24, 2026 An estimated 1 million tons of abandoned, lost and discarded fishing gear (ALDFG), the equivalent of 50,000 double-decker buses, litter the world’s oceans every year, endangering marine life as a major source of ocean plastic pollution. To help address dangerous marine pollution, ABB Installation Products pioneered industry-leading cable protection crafted from 50%… Read More…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.