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ERMCO-Power Partners celebrates 10 million transformers milestone

To commemorate the production of the ERMCO-Power Partners’ 10 millionth transformer, Electric Research and Manufacturing Cooperative Inc. hosted a special ceremony at its Athens, Ga., facility. Among the guests was Southern Company—the customer who bought the 10 millionth transformer. In a twist of fate, Southern Company (through a subsidiary) actually received the plant’s very first transformer!


Ontario leads single-family investment gains but drags down multi-unit sector

The total value of investment in building construction increased 0.4% (+$87.4 million) to $22.7 billion in July 2025, reports Statistics Canada, with both residential and non-residential sectors recording increases of 0.4%. Investment in multi-unit construction decreased $110.9 million to $8.9 billion. The decline was driven by Ontario (-$176.3 million), but partially offset by growth in Quebec (+$64.8 million).


 
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Automation and advanced manufacturing solutions at German Technology Day, 2025

German Technology Day (noun): a day featuring prominent automation and advanced manufacturing companies headquartered in Germany. Held Sept. 20 at the Toronto Congress Centre, German Technology Day is geared toward engineers, technicians, and supply chain professionals in industrial manufacturing. Electrical Business Magazine popped in to visit with exhibitors and check out some of the solutions. » Read more
 
 
 
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AI and high-density computing are accelerating data centre power needs

Whatever the site, data centre operators are asked to optimize that space while simultaneously addressing significant energy, power, and cooling requirements.

And they often have to do this against the backdrop of chasing ever-loftier sustainability goals, which often include the incorporation of renewable energy sources.

Analyst Rich Karpinski explores five trends that will transform data centres. For our purposes, we will focus on the areas where engineers and contractors can use their electrical intelligence to come to a DC operator’s rescue.
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PowerBank awarded $1.74M for community solar projects in Nova Scotia

PowerBank Corp. (formerly SolarBank) announced that the Sydney, Brooklyn, and Petpeswick community solar projects in Nova Scotia are receiving $1.74 million in funding through the Department of Environment and Climate Change. “We are proud to support Nova Scotia’s goals in developing renewable energy in the province,” said PowerBank president & CEO Dr. Richard Lu. » Read more

Rodan boosts ability to deliver turnkey grid-edge solutions with MEI acquisition

Rodan Energy Solutions says it has enhanced its ability to deliver large-scale advanced metering infrastructure deployments with its acquisition of MEI Energy Solutions Ltd., a provider of project management, supply and installation of electrical systems for power producers, utilities, and large industrial/commercial clients. » Read more

 
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Michael Dupuis honoured with EASA Exceptional Achievement Service Award

MDR Axis shop supervisor Michael Dupuis has received the Exceptional Achievement Service Award from the Electrical Apparatus Service Association. Dupuis held every elected office in his chapter, and served as director for his region, participated as a committee member, and served as EASA’s international chair. » Read more

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Brady Canada’s Mike O’Dowda retires after nearly 25 years of service

After nearly 25 years of service at Brady Canada, territory manager Mike O’Dowda has retired. Known for his professionalism and dedication, and for serving as a mentor to new team members, O’Dowda was named Brady’s North American Sales Representative of the Year in FY 2009. » Read more

 
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Electricity Transformation Canada 2025 – CanREA

October 6-8, Toronto. Developed by the Canadian Renewable Energy Association, “ETC is a hub for cutting-edge technologies and groundbreaking solutions in the renewable energy landscape”. » More info

SUCCESSion: The Business of Selling your Business (West)

October 22, Calgary. This one-day event connects you with experts who can help ensure your business ends up in the right hands—for the right price. There is no pressure to sell. It’s a day of learning and networking. » More info

Joint Leadership Conference – ECAO, MCAO, CLRAO

October 23, Toronto. Hosted by the Electrical Contractors Association of Ontario, Mechanical Contractors Association of Ontario, and Construction Labour Relations Association of Ontario. » More info

AD Electrical North American Meeting

October 27-30, Chicago. AD is North America’s largest marketing/buying group for construction and industrial supplies. » More info

CIPHEX + Electrical Learning Expo West

November 5-6, Vancouver. The Canadian Institute of Plumbing and Heating (CIPH) is partnering with the BC Electrical Association (BCEA) and Alberta Electrical Alliance (AEA) to produce the event. » More info

EDIST Conference & Tradeshow – Electricity Distributors Association

January 20-22, Toronto. The EDA represents Ontario’s local distribution companies. EDIST attracts over 1,000 professionals involved with “Electricity, Distribution, Information Systems and Technology.“ » More info

EHRC 13th Annual Awards of Excellence

February 19, Toronto. Nominations are still being accepted for Electricity Human Resources Canada’s 2025 Awards of Excellence (deadline October 31). » More info

ESTMP – Electrical Safety, Technical, Maintenance & Projects Workshop

March 23-25, Edmonton. The IEEE IAS ESTMP Workshop provides a forum for exchanging and advancing industry knowledge in the areas of electrical safety, engineering, project optimization, maintenance and reliability of electrical systems. » More info

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