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Breaking Barriers: Kimberly Corlett’s Journey in Shaping an Inclusive Construction Industry
May 6, 2024 By Elle Bremmer March 8th marked International Women’s Day with discussions on gender equality and inclusivity resonating across the globe. In a country like Canada, known for its emphasis on diversity and innovation, the active involvement of women and marginalized groups not only enhances the industry but also shapes its significance. To… Read More…
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Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i], 26th Edition– A Road Map: Section 12
Section 12 is a general section of the Code and applies to all low voltage and extra low voltage wiring installations except for… Read More…
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Building a Greener Future – BuildForce Canada Report
May 3, 2024 Retrofitting Canada’s residential, commercial, and institutional building stock to incorporate sustainable fuel sources, technologies, and materials could require as many as 57,000 additional construction workers and generate more than $81 billion in new construction investments by 2032. A new report prepared by BuildForce Canada, Building a Greener Future: Estimating the impact on construction… Read More…
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HELUKABEL White Paper: “PUR or PVC”
May 3, 2024 The jacket material is a key factor when looking for the right cables and wires. The outer jacket performs a multitude of functions that ensure the durability, safety and performance of the cable or wire. Users must often choose between polyurethane (PUR) and polyvinyl chloride (PVC). In our new white paper “PUR… Read More…
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Innovair Solutions and Stelpro Form Strategic Alliance
May 8, 2024 The Stelpro and Innovair Solutions Groups, two family-owned businesses, deeply rooted in Quebec, are pleased to announce they are joining forces in a strategic alliance. This collaboration marks a major milestone for both entities, strengthening their position in the North American market and propelling their future growth. This alliance draws on the… Read More…
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Alberta’s Community Energy Conservation Program Will Help Municipalities Make Energy-Saving Upgrades
May 7, 2024 Arenas, community centres and other facilities consume large amounts of energy. These facilities can be costly to operate and upgrades are often expensive to implement. With inflation and energy costs on the rise, many municipalities want to improve energy efficiency and save money. Thanks to funding from the Alberta government, municipalities can… Read More…
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SaskPower Launches Commercial Energy Optimization Program
May 7, 2024 As part of SaskPower’s commitment to energy efficiency, the utility has launched the new Commercial Energy Optimization Program (CEOP) to support SaskPower business customers in becoming more energy efficient and to help save money on their power bills. The program will provide large, medium, and small business customers with easy access to technical, analytical,… Read More…
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LEDVANCE Opti-Select Area Light Wins the 2024 IES Innovation Award at MEET Show
May 6, 2024 A panel of judges have selected the LEDVANCE US & Canada OPTI-SELECT Area Light as the winner of this year’s Illuminating Engineering Society Innovation Award at MEET 2024! This product introduces an industry-first feature: OPTI-SELECT – Field Adjustable Distribution. Offering field adjustable distribution without the need for lens changes, embodying unmatched versatility and simplicity. Integrating the… Read More…