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Editor's Message
Our first issue of 2024 offers a glimpse back at some interesting news stories from last year, as well as some recent news. Our feature article takes an in depth look at the differences between an automation upgrade or migration and when they are best utilized. Our second feature explores the EV charger installation blitz conducted by ESA last year. Cheers! |
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Upgrade Support
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How to Properly Approach and Complete a Migration or Automation Upgrade in Your Facility
By Krystie Johnston - Rexel Canada Electrical Inc. is a global electrical distribution organization known in Canada under brands like Nedco, and Rexel Atlantic. Rexel is a leading distributor of high-quality electrical products and services for the residential, industrial, and commercial markets and they have a variety of specialists... Read More... |
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Getting Sustainable
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A Closer Look at ESA’s EV Charger Installation Blitz & EV Charger Considerations
By Blake Marchand - In 2023, the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) conducted an EV charger installation ‘blitz’ as part of their campaign to educate homeowners and consumers, in an effort to improve EV charger installation safety in Ontario. We spoke to Steve Nelson, General Manager for the Central Region of Ontario for... Read More... |
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Sponsored Content
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6 steps to a standardized lockout tagout program
Why standardize your lockout tagout program? Standardizing your lockout tagout program not only ensures you’re compliant, it also streamlines your entire process by making it easier to maintain, simplifying training and improving overall usage and worker safety. Learn more on the steps to getting your lockout tagout program standardized. |
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PWHL Kicks Off 2024 with Toronto vs. New York, Together with Schneider Electric
On January 2nd, the PWHL kicked off the 2024 season with a Toronto x New York game. Sophie C., a Country Senior Marketing Director for Schneider Electric, expressed thanks to Billy Jean King for an inspiring… Read More... |
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Jean-François Doré Joins Nedco Quebec as Sales Manager for GMA
Nedco wishes for you to join it in welcoming Jean-François Doré, who has joined the Nedco Quebec team. Jean-François will take on the role of Sales Manager for the GMA, and is a specialist with 30+ years of… Read More... |
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HPS Celebrates Bill Hammond’s Incredible Career and Legacy
Hammond Power Solutions recently gathered to celebrate the incredible career and legacy of its esteemed past CEO, Bill Hammond. It was an evening filled with warmth, laughter, and heartfelt reminiscence as the company bid farewell to a visionary leader. As Bill eloquently shared, “I fully realize that is it is time to retire and bring on... Read More... |
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IMARK Canada Appoints Jennifer Eastman as New President
IMARK Canada has recently appointed Jennifer Eastman to the position of President, IMARK Canada, effective January 2, 2024. The IMARK Canada Board of Directors considered and interviewed many qualified candidates. Jennifer was selected based on her vast and varied knowledge of both the electrical wholesaling and manufacturing... Read More... |
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Amy Moore, New VP Of Technology & Digital Solutions at E.B. Horsman & Son
Join E.B. Horsman and Son in welcoming Amy Moore as its new Vice President, Technology & Digital Solutions, effective Monday, November 20, 2023. Amy is a collaborative and strategic leader who delivers operational excellence and effective growth strategies in the Digital and Information Technology space. With over 20 years of experience in... Read More... |
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Intralec Electrical Products Welcomes Daniela De Marco as New Marketing Manager
Intralec Electrical Products is pleased to announce the appointment of Daniela De Marco as its new Marketing Manager, effective September 18, 2023. With her extensive experience and proven track record in the field, Daniela is set to play a crucial role in enhancing Intralec’s marketing efforts and supporting our sales team and channel... Read More... |
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City Electric Supply Announces Acquisition of Coldbrook Electric Supply
City Electric Supply (CES) is thrilled to announce the acquisition of Coldbrook Electric Supply, a respected independent wholesaler in Nova Scotia. The acquisition was completed on Dec. 1, 2023, marking a significant milestone in CES’s expansion strategy as the company now extends its reach from coast to coast, proudly serving customers... Read More... |
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Terry Richardson Retires After 44-Year Career with Graybar Canada
By Cory Morris, Vice President, Atlantic Region, Graybar Canada – I would like to take this opportunity to formally announce the retirement of Terry Richardson, our New Glasgow, Nova Scotia Branch Manager as well as our longest serving active Graybar Canada team member, at the end of this calendar year. Terry started within Harris & Roome... Read More... |
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Daltco Announces Retirement of Peter Dalton
By François Deschênes, President and CEO, Deschenes Group - It is with mixed feelings that I announce that Peter Dalton will be retiring on February 2, 2024. After starting his career in sales and marketing roles in other industries, Peter joined the family business in 1997 and became President of Daltco when his father retired two years later... Read More... |
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Sonepar Announces Retirement of François Anquetil as President of Sonepar Canada
Sonepar announced the retirement of current President of Sonepar Canada, François Anquetil, after a successful 36-year career at the company. François will remain as acting President through March 2024 as he transitions responsibilities to incoming President of Sonepar Canada, George McClean. During his career at Sonepar, François has... Read More... |
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Sonepar Announces That Texcan Ontario and Gescan Automation Ontario Will Be Merged Into SESCO
Sonepar Canada has recently announced it will be merging its Ontario based business divisions Texcan Ontario and Gescan Automation Ontario business into its SESCO business creating one Operating Company as of January 1st, 2024. The combination of these three businesses under the SESCO brand will enable customers to... Read More... |
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AD Owner Members Achieve Record Sales Through Nine Months
AD is reporting that owner member sales through nine months of 2023 reached a new record of $57.6 billion, an increase of 3% across 14 divisions and three countries. 80 new companies joined the group through the first nine months of the year, half of which came via acquisition by existing members, the balance from other... Read More... |
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IMARK Canada’s Jim Taggart Announces Retirement After Successful Career
After a very successful career in many aspects of the electrical industry in Canada, Jim Taggart has announced his retirement effective December 31, 2023. During Jim’s seven-year tenure as President, the number of IMARK Canada member distributors doubled. IMARK Canada has commenced the search for Jim’s replacement... Read More... |
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Gerrie Celebrating 66 Years of Excellence
Gerrie Electric is proud to mark the 66th anniversary of Gerrie Electric Wholesale Limited. “Over six decades of passion, dedication, and innovation have brought us to this incredible milestone. Here’s to the visionaries who started it all, the brilliant minds driving us forward, and the loyal Customers who inspire us daily,” said the... Read More... |
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Schneider Electric Appoints Emily Heitman as Country President, Canada
Schneider Electric is pleased to announce the appointment of Emily Heitman to the position of Country President, Canada, effective October 1, 2023. Emily succeeds Adrian Thomas, who announced his departure in June to assume a new role as CEO of Hammond Power Solutions. As Country President for Schneider Electric Canada, Emily will work... Read More... |
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Southwire is Powering Transformation by Focusing on Company’s Sustainability Goals
Southwire’s long-held commitment to sustainability has been evident throughout its history and was formalized with its first official sustainability report in 2007. Reflecting that commitment, the company recently launched its 2022 sustainability report. Reflecting the company’s long-held commitment to sustainability, Southwire recently launched... Read More... |
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