Published by Kerrwil Publications Limited with support from the Electrical Council, Electro-Federation Canada
Volume 1 • Issue 37

MESSAGE FROM THE EDITOR

Common sense isn't necessarily good sense

If there is one area where one should be wary of "common sense," it's when talking about electrical equipment safety. Common sense for one person could be a fatal error for another. Safety is not a matter of common sense, but of standards, rules and codes to follow. That is why we always insist on certification and recognised qualifications. Leave "common sense" to something simple, like making jam. Good reading!

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


 

CHANGING SCENE

Mercor Lighting Mercor Lighting Joins Affiliated Distributors Canada
Mercor Lighting, an independent lighting supplier with locations in Montreal, PQ and Concord, ON, is the newest member of Affiliated Distributors Canada.
Les Ventes Futura BJ Take Appoints Les Ventes Futura as Manufacturers' Rep for Quebec
Les Ventes Futura is now representing BJ Take Inc.'s complete product line of LED & fluorescent light fixtures in Quebec.
FuturPlus FuturPlus Opens Ottawa Branch
September 23 marks the official opening of a new 10,000 square foot FuturPlus location at 36 Antares Drive, Nepean.
Boating Industry Canada's Newsweek


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



Training/Formation CSA Safety Conference Series

Electrical Safety Training Conference Canada's premier electrical safety conference is just weeks away!

Don't miss your chance to preview the 2015 Canadian Electrical Code, Part I, and hear from industry professionals who have helped shape Canada's electrical safety system. Read More


Codes and Standards

The IECEE CB Scheme

By William Burr
IECEE CB Scheme One standard, one test, one mark accepted where applicable! This has been the goal of electrical professionals for decades. For manufacturers, it means a reduced number of different standard models, reduced times to market, and reduced testing and certification costs. For designers it means easier choices in matching products to their application. For regulators it means simpler procedures and reduced time for approving products and installations. For consumers it means more choices and reduced costs. For testing laboratories and certification bodies it expands their markets and client base. Read More


CSA Conference Series
CSA Safety Conference Speakers' Spotlight - Toronto

Don't miss key note speaker Dr. Manuel Gomez, when he takes the stage to address the latest research in electrical burn injury diagnosis and treatment at the Canadian Electrical Safety Conference Series October 7th and 8th in Toronto. Read More


Safety

What You Can Do to Prevent Electrocution and ESD

Electric Shock Drowning Hiring a licensed electrician could have saved 13-year-old Sarah Grace Tellifero from electric shock drowning, initial reports suggest. It was a Sunday afternoon just a couple of weeks ago when Sarah was enjoying the last days of summer with three friends, swimming near a boathouse on a local lake. But when Sarah grabbed a boarding ladder on a pontoon boat to climb out of the water, she was electrocuted. Read More

Economy

Building Permits, July 2014

Building Permits Canadian municipalities issued building permits worth $9.2 billion dollars in July, up 11.8% from June and the fourth consecutive monthly advance. The increase in July was mainly attributable to higher construction intentions for multi-family dwellings in Ontario and British Columbia as well as institutional buildings in Manitoba.

The value of residential building permits increased for the fifth consecutive month, up 18% to $5.0 billion in July. Gains were posted in seven provinces, led by Ontario and BC, with Alberta a distant third. The largest decline occurred in Nova Scotia. Read More

Survey Says

Survey Says

Median Hourly Rate by School Name


U of A has the highest rate. See how others compare. Read More

Product Focus

Tempesta LED for Emergency Lighting

Tempesta LED Schools are just one of many possible application for Beghelli Canada's low-maintenance Tempesta LED, which offers an optional 90-minute emergency run time and is projected to last for 100,000 hours at L70.

The Tempesta series housing is constructed from high quality corrosion, flame and vandal resistant polycarbonate. To prevent tampering, the lens reflector cover fully encloses the lamp assembly and is kept in place by vandal resistant housing latch clips. Read More

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