Ontario Appoints New CEO for Skilled Trades Ontario
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Ontario Expands Largest Competitive Energy Procurement in Province’s History

December 11, 2024 7,500 megawatts of new energy resources will support growing population and help keep electricity costs down The Ontario government is expanding the largest competitive energy procurement in the province’s history by 50 per cent to meet soaring energy demand. The government has increased the target for the procurement from 5,000 megawatts (MW)…

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HPS Introduces Expanded Mini Power Centre with 480V & 600V Primary Solutions

October 30. 2024 HPS is pleased to announce the expansion of their Mini Power Center, now featuring both 480V and 600V primary solutions. This expansion underscores their commitment to serving their customers needs and delivering versatile and efficient solutions. Modern electrical distribution systems need to be efficient in both space and cost. HPS mini power…

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Ontario Ready to Meet the Challenge of Soaring Energy Demand

October 22, 2024 Province prioritizing energy affordability for families and businesses as it plans for continued growth On October 22, the Ontario government released Ontario’s Affordable Energy Future: The Pressing Case for More Power, outlining the challenges facing the province as demand for energy continues to rapidly grow, as well as the province’s path to managing this…

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Clever Circuit Design That Requires Minimal Space in the Control Cabinet

October 15, 2024 The four-level terminal blocks with Push-in Technology enable the space-saving installation of terminal strips. The use of multi-level terminal blocks offers huge potential savings when it comes to the space required in the control cabinet. The new and particularly compact PT 2,5-4L four-level terminal block series with Push-in Technology from Phoenix Contact is a…

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ABB Reinforces Commitment to Circularity with First EPD Certified Instrumentation

August 27, 2024 ABB has announced its first instrumentation product with an Environmental Product Declaration, demonstrating its continued commitment to circularity and sustainability. The PGS300, an all-rounder gauge pressure transmitter, is used for measuring liquid, gas and steam pressure, and is key for the safety and efficiency in industries such as chemicals, oil & gas,…

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Panduit Boosts PDU Offerings with Worldwide Release of G6 Series

August 20, 2024 Panduit, a global leader in innovative electrical and network infrastructure solutions, is pleased to announce the global release of its G6 PDU Series. The innovative G6 line marries the best-in-class form factor of the G5 Series with an upgraded intelligence card to bring faster performance along with new functions and cybersecurity improvements…

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Komatsu and ABB Collaborate Through Open Electrification Platform

August 14, 2024 Innovation is the primary catalyst for ABB and Komatsu to help the industry reach carbon reduction goals ABB and Komatsu are developing innovative solutions such as fully electrified mining machinery and advanced energy management systems. Innovation is the primary catalyst for ABB and Komatsu to help the industry reach carbon reduction goals….

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Power Supply Options for Your Industries

August 12, 2024 The dependability and functionality of electronic devices and systems are greatly dependent on power sources in today’s technologically advanced society. Power supply guarantees that electronic equipment, ranging from industrial machinery on factory floors to smartphones in our pockets, receives the precise, consistent, and secure power required for optimal operation. Power supply knowledge…

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SurgePure Industrial Surge Protection for Mission Critical Environments

July 15, 2024 SurgePure’s industrial surge protection devices are rated foremost in the industry because of their unique ‘Non-Degrading’ design. You won’t be left second-guessing if you’re protected or not with SurgePure’s premium ‘Single-Element’ surge protection systems. What is Dirty Power Costing You? Dirty power is not good for any business and usually ends up costing you thousands in…

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AI Upgrade to ABB Energy Management System Optimizes Industrial Energy Efficiency

June 11, 2024 ABB launches ABB Ability™ OPTIMAX® 6.4, the latest version of its flagship digital energy management and optimization system, to provide coordinated control of multiple industrial assets and processes, for improved energy efficiency, to reduce emissions and support decarbonization. The performance and usability upgrades to OPTIMAX include an AI module for improved forecasting of load…

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HELUKABEL Places New Variations of their HELUPOWER® Solar Cables on the Market

April 9, 2024 An Even Larger Selection of solar cables for Operators of Photovoltaic Systems New to the program is the HELUPOWER® SOLARFLEX®-X H1Z2Z2-K UL. With this product, HELUKABEL claims to be the first manufacturer to offer a solar cable constructed according to UL 4703, which is an important criterion for system manufacturers focused on exporting…

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ABB Wins Electrical Traction Subway Contract for the Ontario Line in Toronto

March 21, 2024 ABB has been awarded a contract by Hitachi Rail to provide a traction power supply solution for the Ontario Line subway project in Toronto, Canada ABB has been awarded a contract by Hitachi Rail to provide a traction power supply solution for the Ontario Line subway project in Toronto, Canada. ABB’s Transportation…

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WAGO Pro2 Power Supply Communication Modules from AutomationDirect

January 25, 2024 AutomationDirect has added WAGO’s Pro2 communication modules that easily snap into place as an add-on to WAGO Pro2 power supplies. These modules are available with various communication protocols and their respective communication ports. With this added connectivity, remote access to features, settings, and real-time data monitored by the power supplies is possible. Available…

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Noark Electric: Understanding 80% Vs. 100% Rated Circuit Breakers

November 29, 2023 Noark Electric clears up the misunderstanding of 80% Vs. 100-% rated circuit breakers. When it comes to electrical installations and maintenance, safety is of utmost importance. Even among professionals in the field, there is often a misunderstanding between 80% and 100% rated circuit breakers and their applications in panel design. Electrical original…

ABB Acquires Innovative Optical Sensor Company to Expand Smart Water Management Offering
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ABB Energy Appraisals of Industrial Electric Motors Reveal Potential 2.1 Twh Lifetime Savings

November 23, 2023 From June to September 2023, ABB analyzed more than 2,000 industrial electric motors under its Energy Appraisal service and has identified an average energy saving of 31 percent • Audits of more than 2000 motor-driven systems found an average energy-saving potential of 31 percent per motor• Total lifetime energy savings are equivalent…

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Noark Electric and EPLAN Partner with 4,500 New Components

November 17, 2023 Noark Electric is proud to announce that they have partnered with EPLAN to provide over 4,500 new components to their Data Portal, a step that will improve the level of high-quality electrical components available to North American businesses. What Does Noark Electric Provide? Noark Electric is one of North America’s leading manufacturers of low-voltage…