Plant Electrical Purchases
Among 13 product categories, motors and motor controls consistently top the list at 84%. At the other end: networking and cabling (33% in 2015).
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June 7, 2024 Bill Hammond has been honored with the Electro Federation Canada (EFC) Industry Recognition Award. After serving as CEO of Hammond Power Solutions for 22 years, Bill has retired and now serves as Executive Chairman. This prestigious award recognizes his significant contributions to the Canadian electrical industry and his unwavering dedication to excellence….
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Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I: Section 30
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The Drive Towards Energy-Efficient Data Centres
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Multi-Unit Construction Intentions Push Down the Residential Sector for November 2024 Building Permits
January 20, 2025 The total value of building permits issued in Canada decreased by $739.5 million (-5.9%) to $11.7 billion in November, a second consecutive monthly decline. The residential sector led the decrease, followed by the non-residential sector. On a constant dollar basis (2017=100), the total value of building permits issued in November declined 5.8% from the previous… Read More…
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Ontario Save On Energy Home Renovation Savings Program
January 20, 2025 On January 7, the Government of Ontario announced 14 new and expanded energy-efficiency programs, including the Home Renovation Savings Program, as part of a new $10.9 billion investment in energy efficiency to help families and businesses save money. Save on Energy and Enbridge Gas, with endorsement from the Ontario government, have partnered to… Read More…
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NETCO’s Virtual Reality Motor Control Training Launches After Successful Completion of Train-the-Trainer
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Changing Scene
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Leviton Canada Announces Structural Changes to the Sales Organization
January 16, 2025 Leviton Canada is pleased to announce structural changes to its Canadian Sales Department, effective January 1, 2025. These changes aim to enhance sales synergy, optimize resource allocation and strengthen their relationships with customers across the country. Jason Denstedt now assumes the role of Vice-President of National ED Sales, overseeing the national Electrical… Read More…
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Nesco Announces New Sales Agent for Northern Ontario
January 16, 2025 Nesco is pleased to announce the appointment of Sean Atkinson at Resilient Sales as their sales agent for Northern Ontario, effective January 1st, 2025. “Sean is replacing Steve Wallace, who after decades of providing tireless customer service and sales support is focusing on family and enjoying some well-deserved downtime in retirement,” commented… Read More…
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ABB and Wieland Electric Partner to Redefine Efficiency in Modular Construction
January 15, 2025 ABB Electrification’s Smart Buildings Division and Wieland Electric have announced a strategic partnership to revolutionize modular and serial construction with advanced prefabricated electrical installation systems. The collaboration combines Wieland’s innovative connector technology with ABB’s extensive portfolio – including switches, sockets, installation boxes, energy distribution, and smart home solutions – to deliver plug-and-play… Read More…
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ABB Expands Residential Energy Management Portfolio in North America with Lumin Acquisition
January 15, 2025 ABB has announced the acquisition of Lumin, a U.S.-based pioneer and leading provider of responsive energy management systems, to expand its home energy management capabilities in the North American residential sector. The acquisition follows a strategic minority investment by ABB into the company in 2023. Financial terms of the transaction were not… Read More…
