Survey Says: Key Purchasing Factors for Contractors with Over 15 Employees

Founded by Warren Osak, Electromate specializes in Robotic and Mechatronic Solutions, distributing AC & DC Servo and Stepper Motors, Drives, Controls, Positioning Systems & Robots to the industrial automation market.
This business case lays out a rationale for future-proofing buildings and provides tools that will enable building owners to think more strategically about how they are looking at their building management systems and make initial investments upfront for long-term benefit.
Over the past decade, I have taught many classes on networked lighting control systems (NLCs). These classes often start with an academic presentation about a typical NLC’s components, features and benefits.
January 13, 2023 Earlier this fall Electrical Industry News Week’s sister publication, Panel Builder & Systems Integrator had the opportunity to attend Schneider Electric’s North America Innovation Summit. The event brought together Schneider employees and a broad range of electrical and automation clients from numerous countries, including a strong presence from Canada. The Innovation Summit…
The Canada Green Building Council (CAGBC) introduced the latest version of its Zero Carbon Building – Design Standard, demonstrating a continued commitment to getting more buildings to zero faster.
This article is the first in a series that will examine six tactics the electrical contractor can use to maximize purchasing power and profitability though procurement…
Founded by Warren Osak, Electromate specializes in Robotic and Mechatronic Solutions, distributing AC & DC Servo and Stepper Motors, Drives, Controls, Positioning Systems & Robots to the industrial automation market.
This business case lays out a rationale for future-proofing buildings and provides tools that will enable building owners to think more strategically about how they are looking at their building management systems and make initial investments upfront for long-term benefit.
Over the past decade, I have taught many classes on networked lighting control systems (NLCs). These classes often start with an academic presentation about a typical NLC’s components, features and benefits.
January 13, 2023 Earlier this fall Electrical Industry News Week’s sister publication, Panel Builder & Systems Integrator had the opportunity to attend Schneider Electric’s North America Innovation Summit. The event brought together Schneider employees and a broad range of electrical and automation clients from numerous countries, including a strong presence from Canada. The Innovation Summit…
The Canada Green Building Council (CAGBC) introduced the latest version of its Zero Carbon Building – Design Standard, demonstrating a continued commitment to getting more buildings to zero faster.
This article is the first in a series that will examine six tactics the electrical contractor can use to maximize purchasing power and profitability though procurement…
Founded by Warren Osak, Electromate specializes in Robotic and Mechatronic Solutions, distributing AC & DC Servo and Stepper Motors, Drives, Controls, Positioning Systems & Robots to the industrial automation market.
This business case lays out a rationale for future-proofing buildings and provides tools that will enable building owners to think more strategically about how they are looking at their building management systems and make initial investments upfront for long-term benefit.
Over the past decade, I have taught many classes on networked lighting control systems (NLCs). These classes often start with an academic presentation about a typical NLC’s components, features and benefits.
January 13, 2023 Earlier this fall Electrical Industry News Week’s sister publication, Panel Builder & Systems Integrator had the opportunity to attend Schneider Electric’s North America Innovation Summit. The event brought together Schneider employees and a broad range of electrical and automation clients from numerous countries, including a strong presence from Canada. The Innovation Summit…
The Canada Green Building Council (CAGBC) introduced the latest version of its Zero Carbon Building – Design Standard, demonstrating a continued commitment to getting more buildings to zero faster.
This article is the first in a series that will examine six tactics the electrical contractor can use to maximize purchasing power and profitability though procurement…
October 20, 2025 For over a decade, the Pro Tool Innovation Awards have been electrifying the scene, showcasing the most groundbreaking products in construction, automotive, and landscaping industries. Now, in the 13th year, Pro Tool Innovation is thrilled to announce that 2025 brought an unprecedented surge of submissions from manufacturers. These trailblazers unveiled jaw-dropping designs,… Read More…
October 17, 2025 Houle recently released an update on the Surrey Memorial Hospital project they are currently working on. “We’re proud to be delivering comprehensive electrical and technology solutions for this project, including electrical distribution, lighting, fire alarm, nurse call, access control, and PA/AV systems,” the company said on LinkedIn. “With the roof now complete,… Read More…
October 17, 2025 The New London Fire Company installed solar panels on the roof of their firehall recently with the help of the province’s Community Renewable Energy Generation Fund (CREG). Forrest Spencer joined the Board of Directors of the New London Fire Company almost two years ago as a way to give back to his community…. Read More…
Rule 44-000 Scope – states that Section 44 is a supplementary or amendatory section of the code and applies to electrical equipment and installations in buildings or parts thereof… Read More…
October 20, 2025 Seacliff Electric recently announced on LinkedIn that they are growing their team. They are hiring for the following positions in Calgary, AB and the surrounding area: More information Read More…
October 17, 2025 Legrand® has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Cleveland, Ohio-based Avtron Power Solutions, a leading global provider of load banks and power quality solutions that serve a wide range of high-growth markets where reliable delivery of power is required. Avtron employs 600 people, operates five manufacturing sites across North America and Europe, and… Read More…
October 17, 2025 Foran’s McIlvenna Bay mine in northeastern Saskatchewan is expected to begin production of copper and zinc at a commercial scale in mid-2026. McIlvenna Bay is a key project for the diversification of Saskatchewan’s mining sector and is playing an important role in working toward the goals detailed in the province’s Critical Minerals… Read More…
October 17, 2025 The Ontario government announced an investment of $64.2 million over the next three years to expand in-class apprenticeship training, helping more apprentices across the province gain the skills they need to land rewarding careers in the skilled trades. “We need to keep building, no matter what global challenges come our way, to… Read More…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.