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EECOL Electric Acquires Industrial Software Solutions to Offer Fully Integrated Electrical and Automation Solutions

January 31, 2025

EECOL Electric Acquires Industrial Software Solutions to Offer Fully Integrated
Electrical and Automation Solutions

EECOL Electric, a leading electrical solutions provider, has acquired Industrial Software Solutions (ISS), an exclusive distributor of AVEVA’s industrial automation software solutions in Western Canada and the Pacific Northwest.

“We’re thrilled to partner with ISS to deliver integrated electrical and automation solutions to the manufacturing industry. This collaboration will significantly expand the reach of EECOL, AVEVA, and ISS solutions across Western Canada, providing our customers outstanding service and innovation,” says Jim Powell, President of EECOL.

Headquartered in Bothell, Washington, ISS services and supports over 1,000 customers throughout its territories.

“EECOL is known for top-quality electrical solutions and exceptional customer service. We look forward to collaborating with them to enhance the customer experience even further,” says Adam Strynadka, President of ISS.

Through its AVEVA solutions, ISS gives companies in-depth insights into their entire manufacturing process. By pulling real time data from the factory floor, companies can assess what’s happening at every stage and use the data to automate tasks, improve performance, and make more informed decisions. ISS also distributes other complementary software such as AUVESY-MDT, SmartSights and ProcessVue.

About EECOL Electric
EECOL Electric is a premier full-line distributor with 67 locations across Canada. With a history of serving customers for 105 years, it offers an expansive selection of high-quality electrical products from its premier manufacturing partners. EECOL provides top-tier solutions to meet the diverse needs of clients in various sectors including industrial, oil and gas, manufacturing, government, mining, utility, commercial, and residential construction. EECOL is a wholly owned subsidiary of Wesco International (NYSE:WCC).

About Industrial Software Solutions
Industrial Software Solutions (ISS) is an AVEVA SELECT partner that serves Western Canada, the Pacific Northwest, Alaska and Hawaii. ISS provides comprehensive software solutions that help manufacturers optimize their operations and achieve better business outcomes.

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