Message From The Editor
The arrival of electronics will change electrical distribution
For a few weeks in our historical chronicle we're talking about the impact that the advent of electronics has had on electrical distribution in various parts of Canada. As we continue our history we will certainly see that the advent of LED technology has aroused the same questions, changes, adjustments among the various stakeholders, and these new data are barely integrated before another cycle begins — Industry 4.0, in which we see the most important players merging, repositioning or redefining themselves. We are once again witnessing dramatic changes, which shows that we are in an industry with an incredible ability to adapt. Good reading!
Line Goyette, Managing Editor
linegoyette@kerrwil.com
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Changing Scene
- Philips Opens New Lighting Concept Centre in Markham, Ontario
On June 20, 2017 Philips held the grand opening of its new Lighting Concept Centre in Markham. The centre demonstrates the fundamental principles of lighting and design…
- Franklin Empire Breaks Ground in Ontario and Opens New Location in Quebec
Franklin Empire has broken ground for their GTA distribution facility expansion and opened a new location in Gatineau, Quebec...
- Complete a Confidential Survey and Learn How eCommerce Is Affecting the Industry
To better understand how customer interactions are changing, CEW contributor David Gordon is seeking input on how eCommerce may be affecting your business…
- Schneider Electric Joins Habitat for Humanity's Project to Build 150 Homes Across Canada
In recognition of Canada's 150th birthday, Schneider Electric Canada will join the Carter Work Project as it builds 150 homes alongside 150 Habitat for Humanity families across the country...
- Manufacturers Automation Inc. Awarded Outstanding Distributor Achievement Award for 2017
Manufacturers Automation Inc. has been awarded the "Outstanding Distributor Achievement Award for 2017" by Carlo Gavazzi Inc...
- HPS Names Jebco Agencies Inc. to Cover Manitoba, Saskatchewan and the Ontario Lakehead Region
Hammond Power Solutions (HPS) announces that Jebco Agencies Inc. will cover the sale of HPS standard and custom dry-type transformers and reactors...
- iLLUMA-Drive Inc. Signs Key Distribution Agreement with iDrive Solutions Ltd. in Canada and USA
iLLUMA-Drive has signed a key distribution agreement with the Canadian and U.S. divisions of iDrive Solutions Ltd., establishing a sales channel for the Canadian and U.S. electrical markets…
- Liteline Update: Brand Development and Team Expansion Sets Company for North American Growth
Shauna MacGowan is taking on a new role as the Regional Sales Manager - Northeast U.S., and Salyna Nguyen joins the company as its new Channel Marketing Manager - Commercial & Industrial…
- Quebec to Advance Ambitious Solar Plans
Québec's Minister of Energy and Natural Resources has unveiled a 2017-2020 plan that contains 42 measures and represents an investment of $1.5 billion for Québec's energy transition…
- True North Automation Presented Global Telemetry Partner of the Year Award by Schneider Electric
True North Automation, located in Calgary, Alberta, was presented the Global Telemetry Partner of the Year Award in Nice, France, on June 28, 2017...
- BOMA to Offer Fitwel Certification in Canada
BOMA Canada's BOMA best certification program has partnered with Fitwel's health-promoting building certification to the benefit of the Canadian workforce…
- Energy Star Canada Partners Recognized for Energy Efficiency Excellence
Canada's Minister of Natural Resources, the Honourable Jim Carr, has announced the 2017 winners of the Energy Star Canada Awards…
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Opinion
Canadian Dollar: Time for a Change?
By Paul Eitmant
The Canadian dollar has slipped below 80 cents US for the first time in almost six years… The Canadian dollar closed at 77.10 cents US on Friday… The Canadian dollar's tumble accelerated just after the U.S. Federal Reserve reiterated it will be patient in raising rates from record lows and noted that the U.S. economy continues to improve… Canadian dollar could fall to 75 cents on weak oil prices, experts say… Canadian dollar slump hikes cost of U.S. imported goods…
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Millennials
Watch Your Tone
By Shoynear Morrison
The importance of using the right tone within communications and marketing can be easily underestimated. Within these fields words are used to convey specific messages and meaning regarding a brand. What does the word tone mean and how can understanding its meaning allow you to apply this literacy device? Well… tone is the way we say something and creates emotion. Whether that emotion is conveyed as passion, anger, sympathy, etc. is up to you. You can easily convey a specific message through not just what you say but how you say it.
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Looking Back
Electronics — 50% Growth by 1987 (Quebec)
"The significance of electronics in the electrical distribution business will increase by 50% in 1987," predicted Bob Shapiro, vice-president and general manager of Franklin Electrical Supplies Canada Ltd., Montreal. He added that some distributors had already plunged into electronics while others hadn't even started. He saw no significant growth occurring on the electrical side.
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One Particular Counter
Core Products Canada Ltd. Opens a Western Canada Warehouse
On July 4, Core Products Canada Ltd. opened the doors to its brand new 11,000 square foot warehouse facility in Calgary, Alberta. "Inventory seems to be the curse of the LED lighting world, with less warehouses supporting today's distributors," says Nick Wagner, President of Core. "But we see inventory as the solution, not the problem, and our new Calgary warehouse is a testament to our ongoing goal of helping distributors reduce their lead times." Finding success in their ability to ship job-lot quantities same or next day across the GTA, Eastern Ontario and Western Quebec, the company is taking its successful approach westward.
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Studies and Reports
Power Shifts: Emerging Low-voltage Trends, Impacts and Opportunities for the Canadian Electrical Channel
The shift from electrical to digital systems, and the emerging low-voltage power options to supply them, may be the biggest change the electrical industry has seen in the last 100 years. This transition is having significant impact on every aspect of the traditional electrical channel, from product conception, production, sales, delivery and installation. Equipping the channel to embrace emerging technologies, specifically those related to low-voltage direct current (LVDC) power developments, and opportunities derived from LVDC systems, is the purpose of this research study by Electro-Federation Canada.
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Economy
New Housing Investment Rises 8.4% in April YOY
New housing construction investment totalled $4.6 billion in April, up 8.4% compared with April 2016. Investment increased for every dwelling type, but resulted mostly from spending on single-family dwellings, up $251.8 million to $2.4 billion. Six provinces posted higher investments in single-family dwelling construction. Ontario was well ahead of the other provinces, with $203.7 million in increased spending, a 22.9% increase over April 2016. Investment in apartment building construction rose 1.9% in April, mainly attributable to higher spending in British Columbia (+$61.4 million), followed by Quebec (+$29.5 million). The biggest declines for this type of dwelling were in Alberta (-$58.2 million) and Ontario (-$14.1 million).
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Economy
Two Provinces Lead Record Manufacturing Sales in April
Manufacturing sales rose 1.1% to a record high $54.4 billion in April, mainly due to higher sales in the petroleum and coal product, and primary metal industries. Sales were up in 13 of the 21 industries, representing 62% of Canadian manufacturing sales. Once the effects of price changes are taken into consideration, manufacturing sales volumes rose 0.5%. Sales were up in eight provinces in April, with Quebec and Alberta largely responsible for the total national gain, while sales were down in Saskatchewan and Manitoba.
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