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Message From The Editor
Everything is gathering around lighting
This month we will talk a lot about lighting and will also present you with many lighting products. We're going to focus on smart lighting, since it has become smart, and how to install these new connected and intelligent systems. In this issue, we talk about how intelligent lighting plays a central role in unlocking the power of an intelligent building. Because lighting is ubiquitous in all buildings and each fixture is connected to an energy source, it is the ideal conduit to collect data on what is happening in a space at any given time. Sensors built into the fixtures make each light point a node of data on the lighting system network, and these data provide a foundation for analyses that power intelligent construction solutions. Everything is in everything and the other way around, as the poet would say. Good reading!
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Changing Scene
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Brady Unveils New Laser Markable Materials at SMTA International Electronics Exhibition
Brady announced the launch of a new line of Laser Markable Labels which were on display at this year's Surface Mount Technology Association's (SMTA) International Electronics Exhibition. "When it comes to PCB board manufacturing, traceability is extremely important," said Brady's Lori Aeschbacher, "The harsh processes that the boards have to go through and small spaces available for identification reduce the identification options. These labels are a perfect fit for this application due to their ability to survive harsh conditions and to produce high-resolution at small font sizes…"
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Eaton Announces Name for Lighting Business Spinoff
Eaton has chosen Cooper Lighting Solutions as the name for its anticipated lighting business spinoff. On September 19th, Curt Hutchins, group president of Eaton's lighting division, made the following statement: "Today we revealed to employees that 'Cooper Lighting Solutions' will be the company name and brand that will represent the Lighting business as an independent, publicly traded company following the anticipated spin-off of the business later this year..."
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World's Largest Lighting Marketplace Ready to Shine Spotlight on Smart Home and Smart City Lighting, this October
Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the twin lighting shows - the 21st Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition) and the 4th Hong Kong International Outdoor & Tech Light Expo, staged from 27 to 30 October 2019 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre and from 29 October to 1 November 2019 at the AsiaWorld-Expo respectively…
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3M Canada to Host Heat Trace Cables Webinar
3M Canada will be hosting a heat trace cables webinar, where you'll learn about heat trace, heat trace applications (i.e.: pipe freeze protection, roof and gutter, and surface snow and ice melting), and the benefits of self-regulating heat trace cables—TTS™ Heat Trace Cables.
Self-regulating heat trace cables can adjust their output to the surrounding temperature down the cable length. This adaptability to individual thermal conditions helps provide more heat where needed and can also help reduce energy consumption as the ambient temperature increases, reducing heating costs.
Not only will the webinar include product and technical information, but it will feature a live demo of 3M's online heat trace bill of materials generator which helps you spec and quote your projects faster!
The webinar will be led by Mario DeAgazio, Application Engineer and 3M Canada's resident Heat Trace expert!
- Date: Thursday October 24, 2019
- Time: 11:00AM-12:00PM (EST)
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- Lumen Inaugurates Its 4th Order Assembly Station
A Friday night, the end of summer, the weather is mild, and 2,500 people — customers, suppliers, dignitaries, journalists, and end-users from several regions of Quebec — gathered on September 20 to visit the new automated and robotic facilities of Lumen's distribution centre in Laval, Quebec…
- SaskPower Seeing Substantial Uptake in Net Metering Program as They Near 16 MW Cap
Due to unprecedented customer demand, SaskPower is expecting to reach the 16-megawatt (MW) capacity limit for the Net Metering Program in the very near future, two years ahead of initial expectations. Since July 2019, the average size of applications into the Net Metering program has increased by 80 per cent…
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- Weidmüller Canada Unveils Enhanced Operations at Its Canadian Headquarters
Earlier this month, Weidmüller Canada held a re-opening ceremony at its Canadian facility in Markham, Ontario. The location is home to Weidmüller Canada's administrative staff, customer service representatives, technical support group, inside sales and a complete product warehouse and distribution centre for Canada…
- IIC Introduces New Program to Accelerate Digital Transformation
The Industrial Internet Consortium (IIC) announced a new program designed to stimulate IIoT adoption across industry to help IT and OT users solve real problems they face in their businesses. Named the IIC Accelerator Program, it encompasses several initiatives to appeal to end users of IoT technology who want to discuss challenges with their peers, get advice from IIC experts, or seek guidance to solve complex technical problems…
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- Arlington Steel T-Box Recognized with ShowStopper Award at NECA 2019
Arlington's Steel T-Box was recognized with a ShowStopper award at the 2019 NECA Show. T-Box is the easy, cost-effective way to mount a fan/fixture up to 70 lbs on a suspended ceiling grid - at the cross or on the straightaway. The annual Showstopper Showcase at the NECA Convention and Trade Show highlights the newest products and services on the market…
- Utilities Find Data at the Centre of Operations, Launching the Grid Analytics Market to US$ $2.31 Billion
As data become central to new business models in the energy utility sector, the global grid analytics market is expected to accelerate from $1.15 billion in 2018 to $2.31 billion in 2025, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.4%. Energy utilities are generating massive volumes of data from smart meters, intelligent energy devices, and multi-sensing units but only 2% to 4% of data from the system is actually leveraged for analytics…
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Application Spotlight: High-Voltage Electrical Distribution Panel Inspection
Without power, factory operations cannot continue. That's why regular scheduled maintenance is important to ensure your electrical distribution system is in working order. A combination of a thermal imager and a clamp meter can help you detect hot spots and diagnose electrical issues at the point of failure before an outage occurs, quickly and safely. Download the Application Spotlight today.
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- Hydro One Announces New Ontario Grid Control Centre
Hydro One announced it is moving forward with plans to build a new Ontario grid control centre in Orillia. This new, state-of-the-art facility is expected to serve as one of the company's technology hubs and will ensure the safe, reliable delivery of electricity to communities across all of Ontario for years to come…
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International News
- Siemens and Deerfield Beach Making Progress Toward Smart City Vision
The City of Deerfield Beach, Fla., and Siemens have announced the start of a city-wide energy efficiency project to reduce the city's environmental footprint. Last month, the Commission of Deerfield Beach approved a 17-year contract with Siemens for energy performance services. Valued at more than $9.2 million, the infrastructure improvement project will allow the city to reduce energy consumption in more than 20 of its facilities…
- UL Establishes New Electric Vehicle Battery Laboratory to Advance Battery, Charging Systems Safety
UL announced that it is establishing a large-scale electric vehicle (EV) battery laboratory to support the growing EV market. To be fully operational by April 2020 and located in Changzhou, China, the facility will be one of the most advanced in the world and provide comprehensive EV battery testing and advisory services for EV automotive and battery manufacturers as well as top suppliers…
- Rittal Earns Rising Star Award for Its Edge Computing Solutions
Rittal has received the Rising Star award in the edge computing category from the Information Services Group (ISG), one of the world's leading IT market research and consulting organisations. The official prize-giving ceremony took place within the scope of the ISG Provider Lens Awards 2019 in the Golf Yards Lounge in Berlin…
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Case Study: Lighting
Mitchel-Lincoln Packaging
Mitchel-Lincoln Packaging is a family-owned company that has been manufacturing corrugated packaging since 1965. The company currently has 3 warehouses in Quebec and employs over 800 employees. They have chosen to partner with Standard Stanpro to modernize the indoor and outdoor lighting of their Montreal warehouse by implementing an optimal and energy-efficient lighting solution. Mitchel-Lincoln Packaging opted for SafetyMax LED T8 tubes, Edge-Lit luminaires, wall-mounted outdoor lighting fixtures, LED area lights and LED panels were used to transform their lighting system.
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Marketing
You Can't — Really?
By Jeff Mowatt
As a customer, you've likely asked for alterations to products or services. Sometimes those changes are straightforward, such as adjusting a delivery to suit your timeline. Other times you might ask for a significant change from a project's original scope. That's when you discover whether the service provider genuinely wants to satisfy you, or they'd rather get you out of their way.
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Lighting
Smart Buildings are the Cornerstone of Smart Cities
Smart cities are projected to be the future of urban living and development. There is the anticipation that smart cities will improve the quality of life for citizens with a clean, secure, accessible, responsible, and sustainable environment. It's an ambitious aim and we are seeing the supporting infrastructure that will support these goals unfold. Connected devices are spreading all over the urban landscape. Sensors and wireless connectivity are being built into roads, transport networks, commercial buildings, energy-monitoring platforms, and waste-management systems. Sensors gathering data across a network create endless possibilities to reduce traffic congestion, streamline trash collection, automate parking, reduce energy consumption, and improve personal safety.
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Economy
Investment in Building Construction Rose 0.5% in July
Total investment in building construction increased 0.5% in July to $15.2 billion, with gains in both the residential (+0.6% to $10.4 billion) and non-residential (+0.3% to $4.8 billion) sectors. On a constant dollar basis (2012=100), investment in building construction increased 0.8% to $12.8 billion. The multi-unit residential component was the only investment component to post a decline for the month of July, down 1.6% to $5.2 billion, mainly as a result of decreases in British Columbia (-$149.9 million) and Saskatchewan (-$43.8 million). Investment in single-unit construction was up 2.9% to $5.2 billion, driven by Ontario (+$139.3 million) and Nova Scotia (+$32.6 million).
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Legrand Video Links for Industry Professionals
Legrand Video: Wiremold Outdoor Ground Box Power Solutions
Featured Video of the Week - Real estate comes at a premium. Now Legrand opens a new world of possibilities to make the most of your outdoor spaces by delivering power, data, or AV connectivity with the new Outdoor Ground Box. Its low-profile design mounts flush with any outdoor ground surface.
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Survey Says
Pay by Experience Level for Industrial Electricians
This graph shows hourly pay by experience level for industrial electricians. Pay increases steadily in correlation with experience level.
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Career Paths for Electricians and Avg Salary
This graph shows the average salary for electrician career path. Electrical foreman is the most lucrative position, by about $12,000, although it is the least travelled path among those surveyed.
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Product Focus
The Philips Hue Filament Collection: Bring Vintage Style to Your Smart Home
Signify unveiled its brand-new Philips Hue Filament collection, perfect for those who want to bring vintage style to their smart home. With a design that is reminiscent of traditional, incandescent Edison-style bulbs, the smart LED lights allow you to easily create the perfect ambiance. Effortlessly set the mood in a room with the collection's warm white light (2100K, 550 lumens) and installation-free wireless dimming…
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Eaton Introduces Circuit Protection Featuring Intelligence and Connectivity
Power management company Eaton today announced a leap in circuit protection technology with its new line of globally certified Power DefenseTM molded case circuit breakers. One percent metering accuracy, breaker health monitoring and integrated communications will help customers master power capabilities and safety systems that enable uninterrupted operations in a variety of applications, including commercial construction, data center and industrial projects…
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Transform Troffers with LiteLine's All-New EDGE
The EDGE is a no-compromise, architectural solution that was developed to challenge tradition by changing the shape and capability of standard troffers, all while allowing for an easy installation. EDGE fits perfectly into t-bar ceilings with the acoustic tile on-top; no trimming required! Besides re-defining the shape of the standard troffer, EDGE is also available in 8 convenient sizes…
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C&K Adds Low-Cost 10MM Rotary Dip Switches for Address Switching, Data Storage and Instrumentation Applications
C&K announces the launch of its CRE series of low-cost 10mm coded rotary DIP switches. The CRE series is available with a number of different actuators, including flush, extended and protrusion screw types, giving customers increased flexibility. The switches are ideal for a range of applications, including address switching, data storage devices, computers, their peripherals and instrumentation…
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From Our Last Issue
F12.net Empowers Customer Trust by Keeping Data Safe, Secure and Always Available
With over 25 years servicing the IT industry, Edmonton's F12.net has witnessed a sea of evolving technology and constantly changing trends. But one thing has remained constant for the solutions provider: ensuring customers excel at their business by entrusting their IT needs to experts. F12 offers comprehensive managed IT programs — including IT strategy, cloud services, disaster recovery planning, simplified employee onboarding, and next-gen cybersecurity — to enhance customers' productivity, allowing them to focus on their mission, free of technology distractions.
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Electric Heat: The "Greenest" Form of Heating for Your Home
Canadian households are facing a period of dynamic change. Electrification is transitioning us away from gas, oil, propane and other harmful carbon-emitting types of energy — to greener, cleaner electricity to power the systems we rely on to live, work… and move. Begin your own electrification movement at home by using electricity to heat your home — and experience the comfort, convenience, safety and efficiency that an electric heating system can provide.
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FLEXTHERM - Proudly Canadian, Uniquely Focused
Flextherm was founded in 1991 by current company President, Philippe Charron. For more than 25 years, Flextherm has focused solely on floor heating systems, and they take their role as an industry leader very seriously. That sole focus on floor heating systems gives their customers confidence Flextherm's efforts to provide top quality floor heating systems are not diluted by other endeavours.
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Multi-Family, Commercial Permits Drive 3% Rise in Value of June Building Permits
The value of building permits issued by Canadian municipalities rose 3.0% to $8.3 billion in July, largely due to increases in multi-family and commercial permits. Gains were reported in five provinces, with over one-third of the national increase in British Columbia. Quebec reported the largest decrease, down 4.0% to $1.6 billion due to lower construction intentions in all components of the non-residential sector. The value of permits for multi-family dwellings rose in seven provinces, increasing 4.2% to $2.8 billion in July. The gain was led by Ontario (+$95 million) and Quebec (+$72 million), following declines the previous month in both provinces.
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