September 1, 2026 New web-based software from Hammond Manufacturing can help you determine the cooling or heating needs of your electrical and electronic enclosures. View cooling options from drop down selection of filtered fans, air conditioning, or air to water exchangers and more. Print, save, and export project files direct to end user or customers….
August 18, 2026 New inverter platform delivers advanced motor control, integrated safety, and seamless Sysmac connectivity to simplify machine design and improve operational performance. OMRON Automation has introduced the M1 Inverter family, a new addition to its motion portfolio designed to provide machine builders and manufacturers with a scalable solution for AC motor control. The…
August 31, 2026 How to Choose the Best Residual Current Circuit Breaker Electrical systems need to do more than deliver power—they need to protect the people and equipment that depend on them. While conventional circuit breakers protect against overloads and short circuits, another potentially dangerous electrical fault can occur without generating enough current to trip…
August 17, 2026 ABB’s ACH580 UL (NEMA) Type 12 and UL Type 4X Vertical Bypass Drives are engineered for HVACR applications that demand reliability, protection, and space efficiency. ABB’s ACH580 UL (NEMA) Type 12 and Type 4X Vertical Bypass Drives are engineered for HVACR applications that demand reliability, protection, and space efficiency. Designed for use…
June 24, 2026 ABB’s new report, The Industrial Efficiency Gap, shows how high-efficiency industrial motors and generators can unlock one of the largest untapped opportunities to save energy, cut costs and reduce emissions in global industry. Motors rated above 375 kW account for an estimated 10.4 percent of global electricity demand today, a figure…
June 22, 2026 In a recent post, Sansom Equipment Limited announced that it was expanding it’s HVAC drives capabilities for the Maritimes. As the Authorized ABB Drives Distributor and ABB Value Provider in Atlantic Canada, the folks at Sansom Equipment are excited to share that they now have full access to ABB’s comprehensive HVAC drives…
June 16, 2026 Single-Phase Compressor Soft Starters – Certified for A2L Refrigerant Applications from Carlo Gavazzi Carlo Gavazzi is excited to introduce the latest evolution of their RSBS Series of Soft Starters, which now includes certifications for use with flammable refrigerants. For over fifteen years, the RSBS Series has been a preferred choice for OEMs and system integrators worldwide, delivering reliable and efficient starting of single-phase compressors…
June 10, 2026 How to choose the right fuses? ITC Electrical knows that choosing the right fuse is essential for protecting electrical equipment, minimizing downtime, and maintaining safe operation. Two common fuse types used in industrial and control panel applications are CC fuses and Midget fuses. Understanding the difference between the two types of helps ensure the proper…
June 2, 2026 After lighting retrofits, HVAC is often the biggest lever for lowering electrical bills. Many facilities are adding variable frequency drives (VFDs) to fans and pumps to cut energy use by matching the speed of motors driving HVAC equipment to actual demand. That delivers real savings, but it can also introduce harmonics and…
June 2, 2026 ABB has extended its all-compatible drive portfolio with the introduction of IP66 / UL Type 4X rated variants across its ACS580 General Purpose, ACH580 HVACR, and ACQ580 Water & Wastewater drive families. Purpose-built for the most demanding operating environments, the new drives can withstand extreme rain, heat, cold, salt spray, hosing down,…
May 19, 2026 It is with pleasure to announce that the ‘MEET Innovation Awards’ will return as part of the 2026 edition of the show. These awards recognize innovative products in the industry. One award will be given out by each of MEET’s Sponsoring Associations: 2026 Innovation Award Winners It is a pleasure to announce the 2026 Innovation Award Winners! Thermal Force One by…
May 5, 2026 In today’s fast-evolving energy and manufacturing landscapes, product safety, performance, and reliability are under greater scrutiny than ever before. For OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers) and players in the renewable energy sector, one certification has emerged as a gold standard—UL certification. Although not legally mandatory in all regions of North America, UL (Underwriters Laboratories) certification is…
April 29, 2026 By Krystie Johnston SmartD’s transformative Clean Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) is laying the groundwork for long-term progress in motor control SmartD Technologies is a Montreal-based power electronics company cofounded by Simon Leblond in 2018. Their innovative SiC semiconductors and modulation algorithms are revolutionizing how we approach motor control today. And this is…
April 27 ,2026 The world is increasingly dangerous, divided, and uncertain. In response, Canada’s new government is focused on what we can control: building a stronger, more resilient, more independent Canadian economy. At the core of this new strategy are nation-building projects – new ports, mines, and trade and energy corridors that will unlock our…
April 22, 2026 New partnership delivers a turnkey, off-balance sheet funding option for building owners to modernize infrastructure and reduce carbon emissions Building owners in Atlantic Canada now have a streamlined, fully supported pathway to modernize aging infrastructure, improve energy efficiency, and reduce carbon emissions. The ReCover Initiative (ReCover) and Efficiency Capital have announced a…
April 20, 2026 New Peak Performance program will incentivise businesses to lower electricity use during high demand periods, protecting grid reliability and keeping costs down As part of its plan to build a more self-reliant energy system, the Ontario government is further expanding its offerings under the Energy Efficiency Framework by introducing the new Peak Performance program. The…
