Congratulations to Ray Brown on his promotion to National Advisor, Strategic Projects! Over the past six years, Ray has played a key role in establishing and growing Noramco’s Strategic Projects business. In his new national role, he will focus on mentoring and developing their Strategic Projects team while supporting major project initiatives across Canada.
Proper wire termination helps create secure, reliable electrical connections in control panels and machinery. Ferrules and crimp terminals prepare wire ends for different connection types, providing several benefits such as strong mechanical and electrical connections, reduced electrical resistance, protecting wire ends from fraying, corrosion and short circuits, as well as organized wiring for easy installation and maintenance.
As the trade relationship between Canada and the United States continues to evolve, new Canadian counter-tariffs on certain U.S.-origin products took effect on September 8, 2026. These measures may affect pricing and availability across several product categories commonly used within the electrical industry. At E.B. Horsman, their commitment remains unchanged: helping customers navigate market changes, maintain project schedules, and make informed purchasing decisions.
You’ve probably seen a network patch panel before, even if you didn’t recognize it: a row of ports housed in a single metal plate, with various cables and patch cords in different colored sheaths extending to other pieces of equipment. Patch panels are typically in network racks or wall-mounted enclosures found in data centers, telecom rooms, and wiring closets. But what are patch panels, exactly, and how do they work? This article will break down the function of patch panels and explore how they provide benefits for cable management, network security, physical layer protection, and simplified network management.
ECS Electrical Cable Supply is pleased to welcome Lisa Tsikas as their new Inventory and Procurement Specialist! Lisa brings approximately 10 years of experience in the manufacturing industry, along with strong knowledge of both manufacturing and distribution environments. She brings a great mix of industry expertise, energy, and a positive attitude to the team, and they are excited to have her onboard.
Please join Noramco in welcoming Lindsey McBride Kelly as their new OEM Regional Sales Manager for Ontario! Lindsey brings more than a decade of experience in the Canadian electrical industry across wire & cable and lighting, with a diverse background in product management, marketing, supply chain and sales. In her new role, Lindsey will lead their OEM sales team in Ontario, strengthening customer and supplier relationships while supporting continued growth across the region.
PowerGain offers high-amperage connectivity products and power distribution solutions to support the growing demands of AI and high-performance computing environments. The Hubbell portfolio is designed to help simplify infrastructure planning while supporting scalable data center growth.
Noramco is pleased to announce the promotion of Robby Turza as their new Sales Manager for British Columbia! With more than 10 years at Noramco, Robby has built his career from the ground up, learning the business and growing within the organization. Along the way, he has developed a strong understanding of their products and customers, earning a reputation for exceptional service, product expertise, and trusted relationships. In his new role, Robby will lead Noramco’s BC sales team while continuing to strengthen relationships with their customers and vendor partners and support their growth across the province.
ECS Electrical Cable Supply is excited to welcome Setareh Molaei to ECS as their new Account Manager at the Richmond Branch. With more than 15 years of experience in account management, business development, and customer success across technology, education, and B2B sectors, Setareh brings a strong combination of technical knowledge and customer-focused expertise to the team. With a background in Electronic Engineering, Setareh understands the importance of finding the right solutions for customers and building lasting relationships through exceptional service and support.
The RB-HFM Series horizontal finger cable managers provide structured cable organization for 19-inch rack systems. Designed with integrated fingers and a removable cover, they guide cables into defined pathways while maintaining a clean and professional appearance. Unlike open ring managers, the RB-HFM Series improves cable separation and routing control, making it ideal for higher-density installations. Rear pass-through openings and multiple rack unit sizes allow flexible configuration, supporting both simple and complex cable management requirements.
When cleanliness is critical, every component matters – including cable entry systems. DetasUltra Hygienic Cable Entry Systems are designed to meet the demanding requirements of food processing, pharmaceutical, and packaging equipment, while maintaining reliable cable protection and sealing performance.
Teck, Vertical Riser Teck, and AIRGUARD address distinct installation needs for industrial and vertical-riser installations. Each product targets specific installation needs: Teck for general industrial feeders, Vertical Riser Teck for continuous vertical runs, and AIRGUARD to deliver high crush resistance and corrosion protection on long runs. Understanding the differences in application can help ensure the right cable is selected for the job.
Texcan is pleased to announce that Mark Palmer has joined the team as their new Regional Sales Director. Mark brings more than 20 years of sales and leadership experience across the industrial, electrical, and distribution markets. Many in the industry will recognize Mark from his previous leadership roles, and Texcan is excited to have him return in this new capacity supporting their Vancouver, Saskatoon, and Winnipeg branches. They are looking forward to the experience, insight, and energy he brings to their team.
In today’s buildings, everything runs on connectivity. From Wi-Fi and security systems to automation and communications, your job is no longer just about installation—you’re building the infrastructure that keeps an entire facility operating. When that infrastructure is done right, everything works seamlessly. When it’s not, issues show up later as downtime, poor performance, and costly rework. So how do you make sure your Datacomm projects are done right the first time—and built to scale? Let’s break it down.
Please join Noramco in congratulating Elisa Noseworthy on her promotion to Commercial & Industrial Regional Sales Manager for Northern & Eastern Ontario! With more than 20 years of experience in the Canadian electrical industry, Elisa brings strong leadership, industry expertise, and a customer-first approach to her new role. Noramco looks forward to seeing her lead their Northern & Eastern Ontario team and continue building strong customer partnerships.
What does “Next level cabinet building” mean? It means transforming cabinet building from a manual task into a streamlined, intelligent process. From design and planning to wiring, marking, assembly, and validation, Weidmüller Canada’s Workplace Solutions and Smart Cabinet Building portfolio help manufacturers work faster, build with greater consistency, and improve quality every step of the way. For more than 175 years, Weidmüller has been helping industry solve challenges through innovation. Today, that same “Pioneering since day one” spirit is driving the future of cabinet building where digital workflows, advanced tooling, and connected processes come together to help customers build more, with less effort. The future of cabinet building isn’t just faster. It’s smarter.
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
