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Editor's Message
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A New Look
This issue marks the first with our refreshed look, our new website is still in development but will be turned over to a new design in the coming weeks. This issue features a new edition of Bill Burr's code quiz and an article on Milwaukee tools for the utility sector. We are also conducting a survey of electricians and electrical contractors to gain more insight into how you have rebounded from some of the challenges and dynamics brought on by the pandemic. The IDEAL National Championship is coming up later this week in Florida, Electrical Industry News Week will be there to provide some coverage of the Canadian competitors, in this issue we revisit a podcast episode from Watt's the Word on the event.
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Sponsored Content
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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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Survey
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2022 Canadian Electrical Contractor Survey
We would like to gauge how electricians and contractors have faired since the start of the pademic, what your outlook is for 2023, what factors will impact your success moving forward, and what current challeges are barriers to growth. By participating in this survey you will be entered into a random draw to win a $100 prepaid online gift card. All personal information provided will remain private and confidential and used only for contest purposes of contacting the winning recipient of the gift card. *Gift card draw not available to residents of Quebec.
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Featured Article
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Discussing New Milwaukee Tools for the Utility Sector with Mike Burke
By Blake Marchand
Mike Burke is the National Manager for Milwaukee Tool’s utility vertical in Canada. We spoke to him to learn more about what is influencing Milwaukee in the utility industry through discussion about some of their recent product releases, as well as learning more about what goes into product development. 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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IESO Recommends Shift to Grid-Scale Storage in Ontario, Relying on Natural Gas Expansions to Ensure Reliability in the Near-Term
As part of its plans to acquire 4,000 MW of new electricity supply, the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) is recommending to the Minister of Energy that Ontario make a significant investment in battery storage, balanced by natural gas and other forms of non-greenhouse gas emitting generation to ensure reliability and affordability. This new capacity – enough to power a city the size of Toronto – is needed to support economic growth and electrification in the province. Read More... |
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Towards Net-Zero Buildings: A Quantitative Study
It is our responsibility, as a large organization, to make a positive impact by reducing our energy consumption and CO2 emissions, and contributing to societal progress, while being profitable. At Schneider Electric we have set ambitious targets with our 2021–2025 Schneider Sustainability Impact (SSI), in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals... Read More... |
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Federal Government Invests $1.6 Million in CanREA's Electricity Transition Hub
The federal government announced an investment of nearly $1.6 million for the Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) to establish the CanREA Electricity Transition Hub (the Hub). The new Hub will help Canadian utilities and system operators build capacity to increase the deployment of cutting-edge clean power, storage, and grid technologies.. Read More... |
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Engineering More Reliable Electrical Systems in Wastewater Treatment Plants
By Jim Medeiros, Account Manager, Appleton | Emerson
Maintaining wastewater treatment plants is essential to meeting the critical need for clean water. In the United States alone, about 34 billion gallons of wastewater is processed each day. Much of this can be attributed to increasingly stringent, but environmentally necessary, government regulations that now require companies processing chemicals, pesticides, and other harmful materials to recover ninety-five to ninety-nine percent of water from waste streams before releasing it back into the environment. Read More... |
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Ontario to Provide New and Expanded Energy-Efficiency Programs
Ontario will be making available four new and expanded energy-efficiency programs, also known as Conservation and Demand Management (CDM) programs, to ensure a reliable, affordable, and clean electricity system to power the province, drive electrification and support strong economic growth. As there will be a need for additional electricity capacity in Ontario beginning in 2025, and continuing through the decade, CDM programs are among the fastest and most cost-effective ways of meeting electricity system needs. Read More... |
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IDEAL National Championship
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Watt's the Word Podcast on the Upcoming IDEAL National Championship
The IDEAL National Championship is a chance for Electricians from all over to go head-to-head to take home major bragging rights and win over $600,000 in cash and prizes. On this episode, Watt's the Word are joined by Grahame Brown of IDEAL Industries and Paul Hannania former competitor and owner of Panel Upgrade Experts.Grahame to discuss the scope and importance of this event, while giving an inside look at what makes IDEAL Industries such a titan of the industry when it comes to electrical tools. Read More... |
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Feature Video
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Sonepar Releases “Growth Stories” Video Series
In step with the larger trend of consolidation in B2B distribution, Sonepar has been very active in acquisitions since 2021. The global electrical distributor recently released a “Growth Stories” video series, including a story featuring perspectives from entrepreneurial leaders of Sonepar-acquired companies in the US. Read More... |
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Arlington NECA 2022 ShowStopper Award for Outstanding Product
2022 NECA ShowStopper Award was awarded to Arlington’s Quad Concrete Floor Box Covers (FLBC5570 series) at the 2022 NECA Show held October 16-18 in Austin, TX. The annual Showstopper Showcase at the NECA Convention and Trade Show highlights the newest products and services on the market. Read More... |
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Panduit Honored in 2022 Cabling Installation & Maintenance Innovators Award
Panduit was recently recognized with eight Cabling Innovators Awards in the 2022 competition. Cabling Installation & Maintenance bestows the Innovators Awards annually to the best products and projects in the industry. anduit received eight awards in total, including two Platinum honors for RapidID Network Mapping System... Read More... |
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Stelpro and Nedco Expand Their Partnership Nationwide
Stelpro and Nedco, a Rexel Company have concluded an agreement that will see Stelpro become the national electric heating products supplier for Nedco. Stelpro has been the supplier for Nedco in Quebec for more than 20 years. Read More... |
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Ericson Announces Sales Outsource Solutions as Representative Across Canada
Ericson Manufacturing, a leading manufacturer of Job site power and protection, jobsite lighting, portable power and pendant and control products is pleased to announce the appointment of Sales Outsource Solutions to represent Ericson across Canada, beginning October 1, 2023. Read More... |
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Electrical Safety Authority Honoured Nationally for Digital Transformation Efforts
The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) is proud to be selected as the inaugural CIO award winner by International Data Corporation (IDC) Canada and Foundry’s CIO, for the implementation of an inspector mapping tool. Read More... |
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ABB Publishes New Edition of ABB Review, Focused on the Theme of Connections
ABB released the 4/2022 edition of ABB Review, the company’s technical journal. The lead topic for this quarter is “connections,” examining multiple solutions in typical industrial contexts like the food & beverage area and more unusual settings… Read More... |
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AutoGrid Partners with Mysa to Launch Utility-Scale Virtual Power Plants Using Smart Thermostat Technology for Grid Modernization
AutoGrid announces it will launch one of several VPP projects in collaboration with Canadian manufacturer Mysa, whose line of innovative smart thermostats for electric heating and cooling systems offers robust home energy management capabilities for both consumers and utilities. Read More... |
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Arlington Wins IMARK Supplier of the Year for 2022
Arlington Industries Inc. announced that the company was recognized by IMARK Electrical, once again, as the Supplier of the Year for 2022 at the IMARK GROUP’s annual meeting in Indian Wells, CA on October 17, 2022. Read More... |
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Innovation Talk: Women in Energy
Women account for 39% of the global labour force, but only for 22% of the traditional energy sector. For management levels, the numbers are even lower. With the energy transition challenge, innovative solutions and new business models are needed… Read More... |
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Liquid vs Dry Transformers Webinar - November 8
In this IEEE Continuing Education Credit course, attendees will learn the difference between liquid cooled vs. dry-type transformer technologies. Attendees will also gain an understanding of the benefits of both transformers concerning switchgear applications. Read More... |
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BCEA Annual LINK Conference: November 16 & 17, 2022
LINK Conference focuses on leadership and the importance of growth within your organization. LINK was created with integrity, to provide a curated experience that addresses the needs of our industry. Networking is a fundamental pillar of our industry. Enjoy various opportunities to connect with key professionals. Distinguished speakers and workshops will provide attendees with the knowledge on relevant topics. Read More... |
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The Buildings Show Nov 30 - Dec 2
Supported by TCA, BOMA, BILD, Concrete Ontario and CABA, The Buildings Show, comprised of Construct Canada, PM Expo, HomeBuilder & Renovator Expo and World of Concrete Toronto Pavilion, will run face-to-face at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, South Building from November 30 to December 2, 2022 with an online program in advance. Read More... |
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