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Editor's Message
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Contrats to all the IDEAL National Competitors!
This past weekend we attended the IDEAL National Championship in Tampa, Florida. 72 electricians and 74 Apprentices competed in the event and the IDEAL team put on an impressive event. It was an all around great event with a high production value with an elite level of skill on display. The Canadian team had a really successful event, it was a lot of fun to see them have some success and cheer one another on. Lance Giesbrecht and David Collier each made it further than any Canadian on the Professional and Apprentice side, respectively. Congratulations to the Canadian team, all the competitors, and IDEAL Electrical team for putting on a fantastic event! |
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IDEAL Nationals Championship Recap
By Blake Marchand
Hosted by HGTV’s Chip Wade, the seventh IDEAL National Championships wrapped up this Sunday in Tampa, Florida with top apprentices and pros taking home a combined $200,000 in prize money. Master Electrician Lance Giesbrecht, owner and operated of ELG Electric out of Goderich, ON and David Collier, an Apprentice out of Edmonton, AB were the top Canadian Competitors, each making it through to the Semi-Finals and competing in the surprise team competition. They were the first Canadian competitors to make it to the Semi-Finals of the event. Read More... |
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Why Digital Estimating?
By Melvin Newman
Estimating is the foundation of any successful electrical contracting business. It is often overlooked though, due to its rapid turnaround nature and lack of direct revenue stream for contractors. However, proper investment in estimating is the key to business development, expansion and longevity. Traditional methods of estimating have relied on pencil, markers and paper. In this “pen and paper” method, the project drawings are printed in one or more sets and then are taken off with items highlighted as they are counted. This process is very labour intensive and prone to human error. It is very easy to lose count when interrupted and/or to misplace the summary papers. Read More... |
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SimplySnap: It Just Works
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5 Things You Can do to Avoid Losing Your Staff
High employee turnover can cost businesses much more than just money. So how can you ensure you don’t lose valuable staff members? It starts with creating a positive work culture where your team members can grow and develop their careers. Read More... |
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Sonepar Acquires Aztec Electrical Supply Inc.
Sonepar has announced that its wholly-owned Canadian subsidiary, Sonepar Canada, Inc. has acquired Aztec Electrical Supply Inc. With a strong presence in the province of Ontario, the acquisition of Aztec will strengthen Sonepar’s ability to grow their industrial business model across the Greater Toronto Area. Founded in 2002, Aztec expanded its market presence across Ontario opening four branches located within Vaughan, Cambridge, Mississauga, and Burlington. Aztec will add over 100 associates to the Sonepar network in Canada and is expected to record sales revenues of over $70 million in 2022. Read More... |
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BJ Take Announces Price Reductions Across Entire Product Line
BJ Take has announced they are reducing the prices of their lighting products between 6 to 20%, effective November 1st, 2022. BJ Take has been able to manufacture its products more efficiently due to its recent plant expansion. The combination of the expansion, major orders and strategic purchases of raw materials has facilitated the opportunity to lower costs. Read More... |
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Smartflower Microgrid Project Enhances Provincial Curriculum Resources and Showcases Saskatchewan Tech
The official launch of the Smartflower Microgrid (MG) marked another milestone for the future of green technology in Saskatchewan. The Saskatoon Industry Education Council (SIEC) and Siemens Canada welcomed dignitaries and guests to a launch event at Bishop James Mahoney High School in Saskatoon. Read More... |
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Whitepaper: The Advantages of a Room-Based Bluetooth® Mesh Lighting Control System
There’s no shortage of options when selecting a commercial lighting control system. From system specs to ease of implementation, facilities managers have been faced with one central dilemma: pay the price for the bells and whistles of an enterprise-level solution or make do with a system that lacks modern features and functionality. Read More... |
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Nova Scotia Community Generator Program - Deadline November 17
During disasters and emergencies, community centres often become comfort centres (places where people gather, access resources like food or power, and share information). The Community Generator Program helps community centres buy and install generators so centres can provide a gathering place for community when needed. Read More... |
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Schneider Electric Unveils New Products to Increase Energy Efficiency on the Path to a Net-Zero World
Schneider Electric announced the debut of six new solutions at its annual North American Innovation Summit. These recent innovations are introduced on the heels of the company’s call to continue accelerating sustainability... Read More... |
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Liteline SlimLED MULTI 6″ for Multi-Applications
Liteline has made an exciting addition to the SlimLED MULTI family! Introducing the SlimLED MULTI 6″ – perfect for an easy install into slim 3.5″/4″ octagon boxes or retrofit into a 6″ housing with the 6” retrofit kit. This WET Location Rated fixture, is ideal for use in washrooms, in-suite units, corridors, and more with a CCT switch below the ceiling to adjust the shade of white. Read More... |
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Eaton FLEX Power Distribution Unit (PDU)
The next generation high-voltage intelligent FLEX power distribution unit (PDU) monitors and manages all power distributed to power electronics and provides central protection for the electrical system for commercial vehicles. Read More... |
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Siemens BoltShield BSPD Commercial Surge Protection
The new BoltShield BSPD provide the best protection from both externally and internally generated surges when located as close to the building distribution system as possible. For cost and space reasons many buildings only include one SPD located at the main incoming panel and do not cascade SPDs throughout the building as recommended by IEEE. The new Siemens BSPD series of SPDs, specifically designed for your commercial applications, are economical and easy to install in most panels throughout a building for the whole facility protection to be achieved. Read More... |
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PacT Series Vacuum Circuit Breaker up to 24 kV
EvoPact HVX Embedded Pole is a range of vacuum circuit breakers designed for panel builders to connect industry and utility substations to the power grid. A high performer, it enables the design of switchgear solutions with ease of use and a wide choice of configurations, fixed type or withdrawable type of circuit breaker with enhanced safety features and full control from a separate room. Read More... |
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Wera Compact Zyklop Ratchet with Integrated Bit Magazine - Bits and Sockets
Even fits in your pocket! A very compact Zyklop ratchet with bit magazine and great combination tool mounting for ¼" bits and 3/8" sockets. Strong magnets allow for non-locking mounting and allow a really quick tool change. Read More... |
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ETL-Verified PVC Coated Conduit
Calbond® PVC Coated Conduit is used for highly corrosive environments to protect electrical circuits in harsh environments. The coating is Interteck SEMKO ETL PVC-001 Verified for superior corrosion and mechanical protection. Ground continuity is maintained throughout the installation. Read More... |
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Stelpro El-Niño Hand Dryer
The El-Niño will literally blow you away with its power and sleek looks. Its jet of hot air will thoroughly dry hands in seconds. This quiet model will also save energy and money. Choose from four custom operating modes to customize it based on application needs. Read More... |
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120V Preassembled Constant Wattage Heating Cable for Pipes
Pipe Tracing for Freeze Protection. 7 Watts per foot. For indoor and outdoor applications. Built-in bi-metal thermostat energizes the cable when the temperature falls below 4 °C (40 °F). For metallic and non-metallic pipes. Grounded 3-pronged plug with indicator light to show when the cable is powered on. Read More... |
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Industrial Control Panel Testing and Certification – Your Questions Answered
By Owen Hurst
There is a clear and open movement toward automating Canada’s industrial sectors to gain more efficient and sustainable operations. At the heart of much of that automation implementation is the industrial control panel. Advancing industrial sectors must be done in a calculated and safe manner. With so much reliance on industrial controls systems, it is essential that they meet quality standards and are tested to help ensure they meet all requirements and can be employed safely in an operation where machines and people often work in proximity. Read More... |
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Succession Management and Planning: Moving Forward
By Michelle Branigan
Canada’s labour market is feeling the effects of ‘a tight labour market, illustrated in the demographic profile of the baby-boomer market and accelerated by the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. In Canada, more than one in five working age adults are nearing retirement. In the electricity sector, the retirement rate is one and a half times the national average. Read More... |
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Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, 25th Edition– A Road Map: Section 72
By William (Bill) Burr
Rule 72-000 notes that this is a supplementary or amendatory section of the code and applies to the services and distribution facilities for mobile homes and recreational vehicle parks. Rule 72-002 provides Special terminology for this section as follows: Recreational vehicle lot – a designated area of a recreational vehicle park intended to accommodate one or more recreational vehicle stands, recreational vehicle supply equipment... Read More... |
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Technical Safety BC October 5 2022 Bulletins
The 2021 Canadian Electrical Code is now in effect in B.C. as of October 1st. TSBC has released a set information bulletin relating to the new edition of the code. Read More... |
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Alberta is Expanding Apprenticeship Partnerships
The Alberta government is strengthening support for apprenticeship and Alberta’s skilled trades by investing $15 million over the next three years to fund 12 new and existing community partnerships. These partnerships help promote and build awareness for skilled trades professions and expand support for Albertans wanting to register for apprenticeship education programs. Read More... |
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CAF-FCA Launches Enhanced Program under Canadian Apprenticeship Service
The Canadian Apprenticeship Forum (CAF-FCA) and its partners – the Canadian Construction Association, Aboriginal Apprenticeship Board, Apprenticesearch.com, BuildForce Canada and SkillPlan launched their Canadian Apprenticeship Service program, are distributing grants to employers who hire Level one apprentices. Read More... |
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Canada Electric Vehicle Scorecard: Ranking Provincial and Territorial Strategies, Policies & Investment
More and more Canadians are looking to switch to electric vehicles (EVs), whether to help the environment, say goodbye to unpredictable gas prices, or to enjoy an improved driving experience. Electric Mobility Canada (EMC), with the support of Dunsky Energy + Climate Advisors, have released a Scorecard comparing how well Canadian provinces and territories are doing at supporting consumers in their journey to emission-free transportation. Read More... |
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Case Study: EVdirect and Eaton Collaboration
When it comes to markets poised for remarkable growth, the Electric Vehicle (EV) industry is right up there. Since 2010, EV sales have grown exponentially across the world—and with OEMs committed to investing $300 billion in the market in the coming years1, , and countries like Canada committing to phase out fuel-dependent cars by 2035, new electric vehicle sales are expected to jump from 2.6% of the automotive market2 to 28% by 20303. Read More... |
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Bringing Awareness to The Long-Terms Damages of Electrical Shock Exposure
By Terry Becker
I authored this article for the Canadian Electrical Contractors Association, together with John Knoll CME, PEC, in an effort to bring heightened awareness to the long-term consequences of electrical shock exposure. John has worked in the residential, commercial, and industrial sectors of electrical trade as a Master Electrician and PEC and founded an electrical contracting company at the age of 22 which he sold in 2017. Due to Low Voltage Shock exposure, John has retired from the trade and is now an advocate of electrical shock awareness, injury prevention, and worker advocacy. Read More... |
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Pathways to Net-Zero: Electrification and Transitioning to a Electricity-Based Economy
By Blake Marchand
This article stems from the discussion at Nexans’ Change the Current event hosted this past month at the Evergreen Brick Works in Toronto, focusing on the presentation by Dr. Bruce Lourie, a policy expert and best selling author. The theme of the discussion was electrification, clean energy, and achieving net-zero-carbon in Canada and what an electrified future means practically. Read More... |
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Lithium-ion Battery Energy Storage Systems – Making Storage Safe
The way we generate power has been undergoing a radical shift over the last few years as our attention has turned more and more toward decarbonization, primarily using solar and wind power on a large scale. For these renewable technologies to be efficient and cost effective, the intermittency supply with solar and wind must be dealt with. The energy from these renewable sources needs to somehow be stored and released when needed most. Read More... |
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Step-by-Step Guide to Measuring Resistance with a Digital Multimeter
Measuring resistance determines the condition of a circuit or component. High resistance means lower current flow, lower resistance means higher current flow. The resistance of control circuit components (switches or relay contacts for example) will begin at a low level and increase over time due to wear or dirt build up. Read More... |
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