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Liteline is hosting 20 minute product training on Mondays and Wednesdays, and for CEU courses on Fridays to complete your CEU requirements by June and to keep your mind fresh while you practice social distancing.
Faced with the compelling need for more respirators on its national territory, the French government has asked, on March 22, a group of French industrial companies led by Air Liquide to study the possibility of increasing the production of respirators so as to provide 10,000 respirators in 50 days, between the beginning of April and mid-May.
Hugo Lafontaine has been appointed Vice President, Digital Energy, effective March 30, 2020. Sanjith Singh has been appointed Vice President, Industry, effective March 1, 2020.
To help Canadians and businesses get through these tough economic times, the Government is proposing to introduce a wage subsidy of 75 per cent for qualifying businesses, for up to 3 months, retroactive to March 15, 2020.
The government of Québec has appointed Sophie Brochu as President and Chief Executive Officer of Hydro-Québec, as recommended by the company’s board of directors.
Bill Marshall, Leviton senior vice president of distribution sales and marketing, will retire effective December 31, 2020.
New center brings the company closer to western U.S. distributors, contractors, industrial customers, and retailers, enabling faster service and delivery times for entire range of electrical products, including packaged goods and high-end, custom fabrication.
Interested in creating an automation program online using a code-free, visual sequence editor? Then this DesignTips webinar is for you.
The Alberta Electrical Alliance strives to bring the industry together in many different ways. During difficult times, fulfilling that mandate becomes even more important.
Kyle Seymour, President and CEO of S&C Electric Co., has recently announced that he will transition into retirement over the next several months.
Read more: Kyle Seymour Announces Transition to Retirement;...
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Liteline Webinars & CEUs in April
Liteline is hosting 20 minute product training on Mondays and Wednesdays, and for CEU courses on Fridays to complete your CEU requirements by June and to keep your mind fresh while you practice social distancing.
Government Announces Details of the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy
To help Canadians and businesses get through these tough economic times, the Government is proposing to introduce a wage subsidy of 75 per cent for qualifying businesses, for up to 3 months, retroactive to March 15, 2020.
This measure, which is a part of the Government of Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan, would support businesses that are hardest hit by the COVID-19 pandemic and would help protect the jobs Canadians depend on during these difficult times.
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WEG Provides Complete Speed Range System for Canada’s Remote Gold Mine
The WEG drive system, consisting of 5000KW 4160V 8-pole W60 induction motors, MVW01 medium voltage drives with input panel, control a semi-autogenous mill (SAG) at the Meliadine mine in the Nunavut territory, Northern Canada.
The SAG mill is one of the main equipment of the site, responsible for the grinding process of the extracted ore and, therefore, requires the equipment used for its propulsion and control to have very high reliability and availability.
The Four Types of Collaborative Robot Operation
Collaborative robots are becoming increasingly popular in manufacturing. As more companies adopt automation, there are many tasks identified that require people to work in collaboration with a robot. Let’s examine the four types of collaborative robot operation:
1. Power and force limiting cobots
Power and force limiting cobots are likely what most people think of when they hear the term collaborative robots. They are designed specifically to sense contact with people and cease operation, eliminating the need for safety barriers. They are best suited for smaller applications.
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Legrand Temporary Power Cable Protectors
Legrand has launched new temporary power cable protectors. Available in Heavy-Duty 3-channel and Standard 5-channel versions, these cable protectors are perfect for managing cords and hoses on jobsites, at industrial facilities, or at temporary event setups.
In addition, these products will be a valuable addition to any temporary medical facilities currently being constructed. They provide a way to manage and protect cables while also guarding against tripping.
Peers & Profiles
Will West Top Apprentice for Canada A Region at 2019 Ideal Nationals
By Blake Marchand
Will West is a first-year apprentice working in the solar industry with Hakai Energy Solutions. Will was able to qualify for the Ideal Industries 2019 National Championships as the top apprentice from the Canada A Region.
Held from November 7th to 9th in Orlando, Florida and aired on ESPN 2, the Ideal National Championships gives electricians a chance to display their skills in a high-level competition. The event expanded internationally for the first time this year — over 55,000 electricians from 5 countries attempted to qualify for a chance to compete in the championship event.
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