Published by Kerrwil Publications Limited with support from the Electrical Council, Electro-Federation Canada
Volume 1 • Issue 31

MESSAGE FROM THE EDITOR

The Comforting Power of Comparing Statistics

We all know how comforting it is to compare statistics to other statistics. Our economy is often compared to that of our giant neighbor and largest trading partner. But, as you'll read in this issue, the Canadian economic landscape is defined by the thousands of SMEs who imagine new solutions, create employment, and help integrate workers from elsewhere. It's a study about the importance of innovation, and perhaps shows that the best comparisons are with ourselves - it's how we get better.
Happy reading!

Line Goyette
Managing Editor, Electrical Industry Newsweek
linegoyette@kerrwil.com

 

CHANGING SCENE

National Skilled Trade Week Skills Canada Sets Sights on National Skilled Trade Week
With the 20th Skills Canada National Competition Wrapped, eyes are on National Skilled Trades and Technology Week, set for November 3- 9.
Keeyask Generating Station First Nations, Manitoba Hydro Begin Work on Generating Station
Construction on the 695-megawatt Keeyask Generating Station in Northern Manitoba, a partnership between Manitoba Hydro and four First nations, has finally begun.
Maritime Link ABB Wins $400 million Order from Maritime Link
ABB has won an order from maritime Link to supply a high-voltage direct current power transmission solution, technology that will give Nova Scotia more access to renewable energy.
Pierre Gauthier CVTech Appoints Alstom's Gauthier as President
Pierre Gauthier will be taking the presidential reigns of CVTech this August, a role the new president said he's eager to start.

Powerbus™ Busway by Schneider Electric

Scalable, efficient, and flexible power distribution with zero footprint

Schneider Powerbus Schneider Electric is pleased to announce the release of the highest tap off unit density low amperage Busway on the market.

The Powerbus busway delivers flexible and efficient overhead power distribution and offers scalability by featuring the highest tap-off unit density on the market with up to 20 openings every 10 feet. This modular solution minimizes unintended downtime and improves safety while optimizing energy efficiency. Powerbus busway construction consists of a light-weight electrical grade all-aluminum housing with up to five (5) silver-plated copper conductor bars for maximum electrical efficiency. Modular design and full catalogue of tap-off units, drop cords with connectors, power feed units, fittings and accessories are available to fit your power and application needs. Read More

Energy

Electricity Generation Drops in May, reports StatsCan

Electricity Consumption Electric power generation dropped in most provinces this past May, save for Alberta, which saw a 3.9 percent increase. Read More

Canadian Electrical Safety Conference launching in October 2014

CSA Safety Conference Key events scheduled in Mississauga ( October 7&8 ), Calgary ( October 15 & 16) Halifax, ( November 3 & 4)

The Canadian Electrical Safety Conference Series addresses both national and regional issues specific to safe electrical installation and maintenance.

This interactive forum features guest speakers that have helped shape electrical industry safety through their expertise or contribution towards the development of the 2015 Canadian Electrical Code and electrical safety standards. Participants will gain a first-hand review of effective electrical safety program management that features updates to important standards such as the CSA Z462 or the new Z463 Maintenance of Electrical Systems guideline. And of course, a preview of important changes in 2015 Canadian Electrical Code, the foundation of electrical safety in Canada.

This conference is designed for those in electrical contracting, plant electrical, electrical engineering, OH&S Professionals, HVAC. Read More

Innovation

Small Businesses Driving Innovation, Despite Speed Bumps

GE Innovation A new survey by GE has found that Canadian executives believe small-to-medium sized business are driving Canadian innovation, but they face a wall of challenges that is hampering their performance in the marketplace. Read More

Safety

21 Things to Know about Heat Stress

Heat Stroke Prevention Heat stress is often overlooked when it comes to workplace dangers. It comes on quickly, is hard to spot, and it's your responsibility as an employer to manage. Here's 21 things to know about heat stress. Read More

Peers and Profiles

What You Can Learn from BC's Elworthy Electrical

Elworthy Electrical B.C.-based Elworthy Electrical has been serving the Vanvouver and Lower Mainland area for 75 years. They're CSA/UL certified, and, as the company says "if it has wires, we can fix it." Read More

Survey Says

Median Hourly Rate

More Experience, More Money

This week in Survey Says, we continue to break down electrical contractor pay by looking at the median hourly rate for years of experience. Read More

Product Focus

Hammond Launches Centurion R Reactor

Centurion Reactor Hammond Power Solutions' new reactor, the HPS Centurion R, is designed with performance and reliability in mind. Read More

THE ELECTRICAL STOCK MARKET

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