EHRC Awards of Excellence Nominations
October 8, 2024 The Awards of Excellence recognizes and celebrates the outstanding accomplishments of employees, leaders and teams making a positive and tangible impact on their organization while contributing to the composition of a highly skilled workforce in the electricity industry. Nominations Are you an individual or organization looking to recognize an individual leader, team…
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With a rich history of innovation and commitment to excellence, Nexans continues to lead the way in providing top-quality cable solutions for various industries across the country.
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Build Solar Better: Leverage Balance of System (BOS) for Project Success
The thoughtful selection of Balance of System (BOS) components is essential for solar project success. In fact, most safety and reliability problems are caused by connectors and wire management issues, components of the BOS. In this session we will guide you through how to navigate electrical BOS from PV module to transmission, helping to ensure more reliable, efficient, and profitable projects.
Latest Articles
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Pembina Report: Modernizing Electricity Regulations in Ontario can Address Anticipated Supply Gap
October 8, 2024 Ontario can maintain its clean energy advantage and continue to attract investment by modernizing its electricity regulations, finds a new report by the Pembina Institute. Optimizing Ontario: Regulatory solutions to sustainably meet growing demand outlines 14 opportunities for the Government of Ontario, the Ontario Energy Board (OEB) and the Independent Electricity System Operator… Read More…
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Building Canada’s Data Centres To Empower Our AI Future
September 27, 2024 By Jim Kalogiros – VP, Secure Power Canada, Schneider Electric Canada, we have an AI power complex. I mean this literally and figuratively. Allow me to explain. On the one hand, we have been leading the world in AI innovation for more than 30 years. Specifically, we are the first country ever to launch… Read More…
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The Consulting Engineer’s Guide to Advanced Electric Boiler Technology
An international boiler expert helps industry professionals take advantage of high voltage electrode boilers’ virtually 100% efficient, zero-emission capabilities, providing guidance on selection and installation For consulting engineers tasked with planning, designing, and supervising construction projects for a wide range of industries, advanced electric boilers – particularly high voltage electrode boilers – offer numerous advantages… Read More…
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Reimagined Energy Podcast: How Nova Scotia is Leading the Charge with Community Solar
September 24, 2024 The Community Solar Project in Nova Scotia is Canada’s first subscription-based community solar program. Since its launch in March 2024, academics, industry, and the public have received it well. The program aims to increase solar energy access to communities and individuals by allowing them to participate in and benefit from generating renewable… Read More…
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IDEAL Debuts New Digital Fish Tape
IDEAL Electrical™ is preparing electricians to meet their increasing workload by incorporating efficient, time-saving new technologies into its latest products. As the emphasis on electrification and renewable energy expands, an estimated 60% of households will need to upgrade their circuit breaker to fully electrify their home. The ongoing shortage of licensed electricians only increases the burden Learn More…
Storm-Safe service entrance disconnects
Mechanical breakaway link separates service at the pole to prevent damage to utility equipment and customer premises.
Quick restoration of power by simply replacing the mechanical breakaway link and re-inserting the contacts.
Downed-line safety – separates at the pole, not the weatherhead, so the line always comes down de-energize.
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Growing Demand for Resilient Grid Solutions Drives S&C’s Latest Expansion
October 8, 2024 S&C Electric Company officially opened its new 275,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Palatine, Illinois. S&C innovates and manufactures technology that advances a more intelligent, resilient, and reliable electrical grid. The Palatine expansion, announced in early 2023, created 200 production and engineering jobs and is approximately 25 miles from S&C’s 47-acre headquarters and manufacturing campus in… Read More…
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Elexicon Energy Recipient of Ontario Electrical Safety Award
October 8, 2024 Elexicon Energy (Elexicon), the electricity distribution company serving parts of Durham Region and beyond, has been recognized by the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) for its efforts to improve electrical safety education. The ESA presented Elexicon with their Ontario Electrical Safety Award in the category of Consumer Home and Safety. Elexicon received the… Read More…
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Vizimax Inc. Gets Acquired by Power Grid Components
October 8, 2024 Vizimax Inc., a provider of innovative solutions for electric power systems today announced that it has been acquired by Power Grid Components (“PGC”), a Blackstone portfolio company. Vizimax’s controlled switching device is the market-leading solution for managing and optimizing inrush currents, thereby extending the useful life of critical equipment, including power transformers… Read More…
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OEA Honours Alectra with Dual Awards for Leadership and Customer Service Excellence
October 8, 2024 Alectra has received two prestigious awards at the 2024 Ontario Energy Association (OEA) Energy Awards, recognizing the leadership of President and Chief Executive Officer, Brian Bentz, and the innovation of the company’s Customer Service team. Mr. Bentz was awarded the “Leader of the Year Award” for his outstanding leadership in advancing Ontario’s… Read More…
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Growing Demand for Resilient Grid Solutions Drives S&C’s Latest Expansion
October 8, 2024 S&C Electric Company officially opened its new 275,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Palatine, Illinois. S&C innovates and manufactures technology that advances a more intelligent, resilient, and reliable electrical grid. The Palatine expansion, announced in early 2023, created 200 production and engineering jobs and is approximately 25 miles from S&C’s 47-acre headquarters and manufacturing campus in… Read More…
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Panduit’s Safety Business is focused on innovating groundbreaking new electrical safety technology that reduces risk, increases safety, and helps industry leaders achieve operational goals. Learn More
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Product News
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ERTH Corporation Launches Engage360 Utility Customer Engagement Solution
October 8, 2024 ERTH Corporation, a leading utility technology and solution provider, is proud to announce the launch of its new utility customer engagement solution, Engage360. This advanced platform is designed to elevate the digital experience for energy consumers while delivering operational efficiencies for utilities. Engage360 empowers customers with intuitive tools and insights, ensuring they can… Read More…
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Three Phase Dead Front Pad Mount Transformers from CES
September 30, 2024 Design Capacities: The transformers are designed with capacities ranging from 75kVA up to 3000kVA. They can accommodate primary voltages of up to 34.5kV and secondary voltages starting from 120Y/208. These units are configurable for either loop or radial feed configurations. Each transformer is built to customer specifications in accordance with CSA C227.4… Read More…
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CES Single Phase Pole Top Transformer
September 30, 2024 Standard Accessories and Features: The transformers come equipped with several standard accessories and features. An engraved aluminum nameplate is included for easy identification. For safety, a pressure relief device is installed. The units are fitted with both high voltage (HV) and low voltage (LV) bushings. Provision for mounting surge arresters is included… Read More…
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Single Phase Pad Mounted Transformer
September 30, 2024 Design Capacities: These transformers are designed with capacities ranging from 25kVA up to 500kVA. They can accommodate primary voltages of up to 34.5kV and are built with a secondary voltage of 120/240V. Each transformer is custom-built to customer specifications in accordance with CSA C227.3 and C802.1 Energy Efficiency Standards, ensuring both performance… Read More…
Events
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EHRC Awards of Excellence Nominations
October 8, 2024 The Awards of Excellence recognizes and celebrates the outstanding accomplishments of employees, leaders and teams making a positive and tangible impact on their organization while contributing to the composition of a highly skilled workforce in the electricity industry. Nominations Are you an individual or organization looking to recognize an individual leader, team… Read More…
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2024 OEN Evening at the Races
October 8, 2024 Ontario Energy Network Evening at the Races at Woodbine Racetrack in Toronto. October 17, 2024 – 4:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. This event includes LIVE horse racing, one complimentary beverage, complimentary parking, and 3 course plated dinner. Agenda: 4:00 p.m. – Event Check In & Networking Reception 4:50 p.m. – Live Racing Begins 5:30 p.m…. Read More…
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Smart Energy | Vancouver – Nov 5-6
September 25, 2025 Smart Energy focuses on timely actions for decarbonizing communities and ultimately achieving net zero targets. Join the innovators who are changing the world, meet with experts who are leading their organizations through energy transitions and see the technologies that will clear the pathway to net-zero. TOPICS TO BE EXPLORED Experts will discuss… Read More…
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DEF2024: Energy Resilience – Oct 28-29
September 25, 2024 October 28 & 29, 2024 – Fairmont Chateau Whistler, British Columbia Two-day forum access includes breakfast, lunch, morning & afternoon snacks, beverages (boozy and not). Cocktail Networking Party on Monday, October 28 from 6:00PM – 9:00PM Go HERE for more information Read More…