Interviewing — Love it or Hate it? How to Do It Right
The need to hire can be a good or a bad thing. In some cases business is booming and there’s a need to add to your team.
Every Province Scored GDP Gains in 2017
Real gross domestic product (GDP) by industry increased in every province in 2017 for the first time since 2011.
What Are PIR Sensors and Why Do I Need Them?
Passive Infrared (PIR) sensors are widely used in smart lighting systems and save money by dramatically reducing lighting usage and energy consumption.
Fundamentals of Harmonic Distortion in a World of Rising Non-Linear Loads
With a focus this month of power quality, test and measurement, it seems prudent to take a minute to return to the basics for understanding harmonic distortion, particularly as the use of items with non-linear loads continues to increase.
Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I — Instalment 37
In this article: Section 74 — Airport installations. This series of articles provides a guide to help users find their way through this critical document.
Eaton: Variable Frequency Drives Enhance Energy Efficiency at Greenhouse Waste Recycling Plant
In today’s market operational efficiency is essential. Whether it be upgrades to aging infrastructure or the application of new products into a modern facility there is a market wide drive to ensure that facilities are energy efficient and have proper control infrastructure. The push for efficiency has gone beyond the narrow consideration of manufacturing to incorporate a wide array of facilities that utilize modern machinery and control systems.
February New Housing Investment Rises 9.5% YOY
Investment in new housing construction increased 9.5% from February 2017 to $4.5 billion in February.
The 10 Most Important Changes in the 2018 NFPA 70e Standard, Part 1
With the recent release of the 2018 edition of the NFPA 70E standard, many users are finding it challenging to interpret what it says and prioritize where they should focus their attention.
A Simple Sentence to Increase Referrals
Ignore this tip if you work for a monopoly. If, however, your customers do have options to do business elsewhere, consider this.
Electrical Contractor median Bonus by Job
On average electrical project managers receive the biggest job bonus. Electrical foremen receive the smallest, below that of electricians.
What precautions should be taken when sizing heating cables on non-metallic piping?
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.
KRÜ Smart Homes: Living Made Smart
Smart homes are the talk of the day and are becoming more desirous, particularly as the cost of smart technology has come down. A recent IDC report identified the global growth of the smart home market and forecasted growth for the next five years.
10 Key Questions to Ask Lighting Suppliers
Commercial and industrial buildings stand to benefit significantly from a close evaluation of their lighting needs and a detail-oriented investigation of the available options.
Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I — Instalment 36
In this article: Section 72 — Mobile home and recreational vehicle parks. This series of articles provides a guide to help users find their way through this critical document.
Electrical Contractors’ Most Popular Benefits
Electrical contractors often receive one or more benefits from their employers. Company cell phones are ranked the most popular perk by 27% of survey respondants, with a relatively even split among 6 other perks offered by employers.
We are installing a pipe trace system on plastic piping in an underground parking garage. What concerns should I be aware of?
First of all you need to be aware of Section 62-308 of the Canadian Electrical Code. Heating cables on non-metallic pipes require a thermostat on each pipe…
