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Aging infrastructure presents a challenge for many towns and villages in Canada. Often operating with limited resources, municipalities have to balance maintenance and repairs of the existing systems with building new infrastructure to accommodate the growth in their communities.
Since Power over Ethernet (PoE) lighting is in its infancy, there is still skepticism about using PoE technology for lighting. The success of PoE technology for other use cases, such as phone systems, has not translated into widespread acceptance for the lighting market. However, a Navigant research report forecasts that global revenue for PoE lighting will grow from an estimated US$35.8 million in 2016 to US$419.9 million in 2025.
The total value of building permits issued by Canadian municipalities fell 12.9% to $6.1 billion in January, following a 6.1% increase the previous month. Lower construction intentions for non-residential buildings in Alberta, British Columbia and Ontario were responsible for much of the national decline.
Lind Equipment’s LED Jobsite system of temporary LED lighting was a featured part of a BC construction site for a massive, $600 million, 1.2 million square foot shopping mall.
Pipe tracing on non-metallic pipes such as PVC, PEX or CPVC that are used for water supply, waste and storm piping should be sized according to the diameter of the pipe, the lowest ambient temperature it will operate at, and the amount of insulation installed to keep it from freezing.
From office buildings to hospitals, and schools to prisons, organizations are increasingly adopting devices that utilize Power over Ethernet (PoE). This includes phones, cameras, lighting, access controls and more.
Aging infrastructure presents a challenge for many towns and villages in Canada. Often operating with limited resources, municipalities have to balance maintenance and repairs of the existing systems with building new infrastructure to accommodate the growth in their communities.
Since Power over Ethernet (PoE) lighting is in its infancy, there is still skepticism about using PoE technology for lighting. The success of PoE technology for other use cases, such as phone systems, has not translated into widespread acceptance for the lighting market. However, a Navigant research report forecasts that global revenue for PoE lighting will grow from an estimated US$35.8 million in 2016 to US$419.9 million in 2025.
The total value of building permits issued by Canadian municipalities fell 12.9% to $6.1 billion in January, following a 6.1% increase the previous month. Lower construction intentions for non-residential buildings in Alberta, British Columbia and Ontario were responsible for much of the national decline.
Lind Equipment’s LED Jobsite system of temporary LED lighting was a featured part of a BC construction site for a massive, $600 million, 1.2 million square foot shopping mall.
Pipe tracing on non-metallic pipes such as PVC, PEX or CPVC that are used for water supply, waste and storm piping should be sized according to the diameter of the pipe, the lowest ambient temperature it will operate at, and the amount of insulation installed to keep it from freezing.
From office buildings to hospitals, and schools to prisons, organizations are increasingly adopting devices that utilize Power over Ethernet (PoE). This includes phones, cameras, lighting, access controls and more.
Aging infrastructure presents a challenge for many towns and villages in Canada. Often operating with limited resources, municipalities have to balance maintenance and repairs of the existing systems with building new infrastructure to accommodate the growth in their communities.
Since Power over Ethernet (PoE) lighting is in its infancy, there is still skepticism about using PoE technology for lighting. The success of PoE technology for other use cases, such as phone systems, has not translated into widespread acceptance for the lighting market. However, a Navigant research report forecasts that global revenue for PoE lighting will grow from an estimated US$35.8 million in 2016 to US$419.9 million in 2025.
The total value of building permits issued by Canadian municipalities fell 12.9% to $6.1 billion in January, following a 6.1% increase the previous month. Lower construction intentions for non-residential buildings in Alberta, British Columbia and Ontario were responsible for much of the national decline.
Lind Equipment’s LED Jobsite system of temporary LED lighting was a featured part of a BC construction site for a massive, $600 million, 1.2 million square foot shopping mall.
Pipe tracing on non-metallic pipes such as PVC, PEX or CPVC that are used for water supply, waste and storm piping should be sized according to the diameter of the pipe, the lowest ambient temperature it will operate at, and the amount of insulation installed to keep it from freezing.
From office buildings to hospitals, and schools to prisons, organizations are increasingly adopting devices that utilize Power over Ethernet (PoE). This includes phones, cameras, lighting, access controls and more.
Section 30, as outlined in rule 30-000 Scope, is a supplementary or amendatory section of the code and provides additional and specific requirements for the location, installation, wiring, protection, and control of all lighting equipment. Read More…
March 13, 2025 By Blake Marchand Discussing the Hi-Tech Valiant™ Fuse for Fire Mitigation with ABB’s Dominique Tardif There has been increased awareness on the impact of forest fires in recent years, as wildfire seasons have intensified in North America. We recently saw devastating fires in California, and in Canada, statistics show that each year wildfire seasons… Read More…
March 13, 2025 EFC’s Tarrif Update Hub provides a centralized location for EFC actions, government advocacy, and key industry resources regarding the ongoing tariff situation between Canada and the United States. Designed to keep EFC members aligned and ahead of developments, check back for updates and insights to help you navigate the evolving landscape. EFC… Read More…
March 13, 2025 On March 8, 2025, CAF-FCA celebrates International Women’s Day (IWD) by reaffirming our commitment to breaking barriers and advancing opportunities for women and equity-priority groups in the skilled trades. This year’s theme, “For ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment,” is a powerful call to action—one that aligns with our efforts to… Read More…
March 13, 2025 There is a need and an opportunity for Canada to strengthen energy security and affordability for all Canadians. Canada’s buildings sector is the third-largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions across the country. By increasing the scale and pace of building retrofits, we can make homes and buildings more energy-efficient and improve reliability in units. The federal… Read More…
March 13, 2025 CBC has reported that BC Hydro is excluding Tesla products from their EV charger incentive program. However, products purchased prior to March 12 will still be eligible. “As of March 12, Tesla chargers, energy storage batteries and inverters are not eligible for rebates, according to B.C. Hydro. Those who have purchased or… Read More…
March 13, 2025 Acuity Brands, Inc.’s corporate name is changing from Acuity Brands, Inc. to Acuity Inc. effective March 26, 2025. Acuity will continue to operate through two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), formerly Intelligent Spaces Group (ISG). They will continue trading on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol “AYI”. “Acuity is positioned for long term growth…. Read More…
March 7, 2025 IDEAL Electrical was the first company to obtain a patent to make and sell wire connectors in the United States 96 years ago this month – and today IDEAL® announces a modern look for the brand, which captures the company’s spirit of relentless innovation and the optimistic future of the electrical trade. … Read More…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.