
Acuity Positioned for Growth and Compounding Value
Acuity Brands, Inc.’s corporate name is changing from Acuity Brands, Inc. to Acuity Inc. effective March 26, 2025. Acuity will continue to operate through two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), formerly Intelligent Spaces Group (ISG). “Acuity is positioned for long term growth. We are innovators, disruptors and builders who are creating stakeholder value and compounding shareholder wealth,” said Neil Ashe, Chief Executive Officer.
Latest Articles
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How ABB’s Hi-Tech Valiant Current Limiting Fuse for Fire Mitigation Impacts Safety & Reliability, Protecting the Environment & Critical Infrastructure
By Blake Marchand – Discussing the Hi-Tech Valiant Fuse for Fire Mitigation with ABB’s Dominique Tardif – There has been increased awareness on the impact of forest fires in recent years, as wildfire seasons have intensified in North America. We recently saw devastating fires in California, and in Canada, statistics show that each year wildfire seasons are… Read More…
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Tariffs Update from EFC
In February, EFC’s Government Relations Committee and EFC’s Board of Directors met to develop a position for EFC in response to tariffs imposed on Canada by the United States government. Board members agreed that maintaining free trade or securing an exemption for Canadian and American electrical products, would be the favourable outcome for all EFC members, ensuring the continued prosperity… Read More…
EFC Tariff Survey Confirms Significant Impact

In response to the proposed tariffs on Canadian goods, EFC conducted a survey to better understand and quantify the potential impact. The proposed tariffs have raised concerns across various industries, including Canada’s electrical and automation sector.
With 85 member organizations represented (approximately 33% of membership), the results revealed tariffs on Canadian goods would have a significant impact on costs, supply chains and overall business operations.
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Changing Scene
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Acuity Positioned for Growth and Compounding Value
Acuity Brands, Inc.’s corporate name is changing from Acuity Brands, Inc. to Acuity Inc. effective March 26, 2025. Acuity will continue to operate through two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), formerly Intelligent Spaces Group (ISG). “Acuity is positioned for long term growth. We are innovators, disruptors and builders who are creating stakeholder value and compounding shareholder wealth,” said Neil… Read More…
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IDEAL Electrical Unveils Fresh, Modern Brand Identity
IDEAL Electrical was the first company to obtain a patent to make and sell wire connectors in the United States 96 years ago this month – and recently, IDEAL announced a modern look for the brand, which captures the company’s spirit of relentless innovation and the optimistic future of the electrical trade. The new brand identity –… Read More…
Turolight Celebrates Brand New Office Opening

Exciting news! We’ve moved into our brand-new office—a space designed for creativity, collaboration, and innovation. Today, we celebrated this milestone together, marking a new chapter in our journey.
A huge thank you to our customers, partners, and community for your unwavering support.
Who is Guillevin?

LET US TELL YOU ABOUT OURSELVES – At Guillevin, we’re more than just an electrical and industrial supply company — We’re your trusted partner in powering progress. With years of dedication in providing high-quality products and solutions that keep industries running smoothly and efficiently.
We believe in building lasting relationships with our clients and helping them succeed in a fast-paced, ever-changing world. Together, we’re lighting the way for a brighter, more connected future.
Peers & Profiles
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April 28, 2024 This month, Lumen held their 12th edition of the Salon Lumen, the largest exhibition in Quebec’s electrical industry. The customer event was hosted over two days, commenced on April 16th in Quebec City, and ended on April 18th in Montreal. One hundred seventy-five vendors gathered within a 50,000 sq ft area to… Read More…
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April 27, 2024 Retiring Windsor sales rep Scott O’Neil is still manning the counter with a smile on his last day at Western Equipment. Thank you from all of us for 23 years of dedicated service. All the best in your retirement, Scott! More information available here Read More…
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Canadian Electrical Wholesaler
Published twice monthly on the first and third Thursday of every month Canadian Electrical Wholesaler is the voice of the electrical channel in Canada. The editorial focus of CEW is a solid mix of features, news, articles and product information. Key aspects are peers and profiles and in-depth best management practices ensuring every issue is read from branch level right up to head offices. Simply put we provide the need to know business information including the latest trends, new market opportunities, sales techniques and operational analysis to distribution professionals written by those who live this business and published by Kerrwil founded in 1964 to serve the electrical industry in Canada.