Beyond Products and Solutions: How the Transformation of Industry can be Successful in 2023 and Beyond

Beyond Products and Solutions: How the Transformation of Industry can be Successful in 2023 and Beyond

Industry is under tremendous pressure to transform. How is the manufacturing industry progressing toward smart production? How can we move from crisis management to long-term transformation in energy, efficiency and sustainability? How can we speed up the much-needed scaling up of infrastructure? How are companies countering the shortage of skilled workers? Rittal, Eplan, Cideon and German Edge Cloud discussed these questions with visitors to the Hannover Messe, showing how expertise can be used to create comprehensive solutions in the relevant ecosystems.

Shaping the IT Network Forward: EFC’s Call for Participation

Shaping the IT Network Forward: EFC’s Call for Participation

EFC’s IT Network seeks the expertise and support of IT professionals from the member community. A robust and resilient IT infrastructure is crucial for your organization’s success in today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape. By building, shaping, and strengthening the electrical industry’s IT community, companies can enhance collaboration, share best practices, drive innovative solutions, and strive to ensure seamless IT operations.

Efficient Power Supplies – An Analysis on Investment for the Future from PULS
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Efficient Power Supplies – An Analysis on Investment for the Future from PULS

In the search for a suitable power supply, the costs play a major role, alongside the technical requirements. The focus is often on the initial purchase price, while other potential costs that may be incurred during the operation of the power supply are not taken into consideration. In this blog post, we demonstrate why the decision to purchase a high-quality power supply is a profitable investment for your company, by taking a close look at all the costs involved.

Kickoff of 2023 Customer Appreciation Day Events at Bartle & Gibson Saskatchewan

Kickoff of 2023 Customer Appreciation Day Events at Bartle & Gibson Saskatchewan

May 29, 2023 Bartle & Gibson’s annual customer appreciation days started off on a high note last week, with a fantastic turnout from staff, supplier partners, and customers at the Lethbridge, Medicine Hat and Swift Current branches. Everyone was thrilled to have the opportunity to gather and reconnect once again. With a diverse range of…

CSA Group Releases 2022/2023 Annual Report – For a Safer, More Sustainable Canada

CSA Group Releases 2022/2023 Annual Report – For a Safer, More Sustainable Canada

CSA Group has just published its Annual Report. From the highlights of CSA 2022/2023 fiscal year to a look ahead at the investments CSA are making to strengthen their standards organization, the report recognizes the remarkable contributions of CSA’s more than 10,000 volunteer members and their valued employees who support CSA’s efforts every day to achieve a safer, more sustainable future.

Interwire 2023: Southwire Team Members Inspire, Connect and Learn

Interwire 2023: Southwire Team Members Inspire, Connect and Learn

Earlier in May 2023, several Southwire leaders spoke at the 2023 Interwire Trade Exposition in Atlanta, hosted by the Wire Association International (WAI). According to its website, the WAI’s mission is to serve the technical, manufacturing and general business segments of the global wire and cable industry. Introduced in 1981, Interwire is the largest and longest-running wire and cable marketplace in the Americas. Hosted biennially, Interwire is an international trade event that includes exhibiting companies, speakers, and visitors from more than 50 countries.

Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Value Chain Program (EVMP)

Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Value Chain Program (EVMP)

The next few years will be critical for Canada to meaningfully participate in the North American and global electric vehicle (EV) market. Canada, like many other global jurisdictions, have announced EV mandates, which includes a ban on the sale of internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles by 2035. The EV market share is projected to increase from 3% in 2020 to 20% in 2030.

Electrozad Named One of Canada’s Best Managed Companies 2023

Electrozad Named One of Canada’s Best Managed Companies 2023

Electrozad was recently recognized for its performance and its sustained growth by receiving the prestigious 2023 Canada’s Best Managed Companies award. Celebrating its 30th anniversary, Canada’s Best Managed Companies program awards excellence in private Canadian-owned companies with revenues of $50 million or greater. To attain the designation, companies are evaluated on their leadership in the areas of strategy, culture and commitment, capabilities, and innovation, governance and financial performance.

Wesco International Reports Record First Quarter 2023 Results

Wesco International Reports Record First Quarter 2023 Results

Wesco International has recently announced its results for the first quarter of 2023. “After delivering an exceptional performance in 2022, we’re off to a strong start this year and once again set new first quarter company records for sales, backlog, margin and profitability. The power of our increased scale, industry-leading positions, and expanded portfolio of products, services and solutions is clearly evident in our continued strong performance,” said John Engel, Chairman, President and CEO.

Endress+Hauser’s Annual Media Conference 2023: Change is the Only Constant

Endress+Hauser’s Annual Media Conference 2023: Change is the Only Constant

Endress+Hauser recently concluded their Annual Media Conference in Basel, Switzerland on April 4th, 2023. Like past media conferences, they reviewed the previous financial year and provided an outlook for the current financial year. But this conference was special: It was the last press conference Klaus Endress would take part in as President of the Supervisory Board. At the end of 2023, Endress will end his active role, and Matthias Altendorf will assume his position on the Board.

E.B. Horsman & Son Wins AD Electrical 2022 ALL-IN Member of the Year Award

E.B. Horsman & Son Wins AD Electrical 2022 ALL-IN Member of the Year Award

The prestigious AD Electrical – Canada ALL-IN Member of the Year award recognizes and celebrates the member that went above and beyond in their commitment to, and participation in, AD initiatives and programs, while sustaining an ardent dedication to supporting AD supplier partners through continued growth and partnership. E.B. Horsman & Son has had the honor of winning this particular award this year.

ECS Re-qualified as One of Canada’s Best Managed Companies with Platinum Designation

ECS Re-qualified as One of Canada’s Best Managed Companies with Platinum Designation

Electrical Cable Supply (ECS) are proud to announce that they have been re-certified as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies with the prestigious Platinum designation for the 6th year in a row. This is the highest accolade in the Best Managed program, and is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and commitment of their staff, management and shareholders.

A Global and Equitable Workforce on the Job Site: a Discussion with Anna Schlegel, Global Vice President at Procore

A Global and Equitable Workforce on the Job Site: a Discussion with Anna Schlegel, Global Vice President at Procore

Diversity, equity, and inclusion. These three buzzwords are flying all over our industry right now. Elle Bremmer sat down with Procore’s VP of Global, Anna Schlegel, who offered up her unique perspective on what DEI efforts mean to her, to the industry, and how Procore is working hard as a construction industry leader to implement best practices to support these efforts, and tackle other challenges, such as the labour shortage. Plus, what the term means for independent contractors in the industry. She also touches on new developments at Procore, as well as offering her insight and expertise in the industry.

Stelpro Maintains its Position in the Best Managed Companies Platinum Club

Stelpro Maintains its Position in the Best Managed Companies Platinum Club

Stelpro is proud to announce that it has maintained its Canada’s Best Managed Companies Platinum Club member status for the ninth year in a row. The Canada’s Best Managed Companies program, which is celebrating its 30th anniversary, recognizes excellence in privately owned Canadian companies. To achieve this designation, companies are assessed on their leadership in strategy, culture and engagement, capabilities and innovation, governance and financial performance.

Best Managed Companies Celebrates 30 Years of Privately-Owned Business Excellence in Canada 

Best Managed Companies Celebrates 30 Years of Privately-Owned Business Excellence in Canada 

Deloitte Canada is delighted to announce the winners of the 2023 Canada’s Best Managed Companies awards. Celebrating thirty years, the program is the nation’s longest-standing initiative to recognize leading privately-owned Canadian companies. The 486 recipients, which include thirty new member companies, credit their success to fostering a positive workplace culture and having a deep commitment to talent retention and sustainability amid challenging labour market conditions.