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Electro-Federation Canada Virtual Event
On July 9th, EFC members from across Canada gathered for a virtual event presented by EFC’s Gurvinder Chopra, VP of Standards and Regulations, together with CIO Strategy Council’s Keith Jansa, Executive Director and Michel F. Girard, CIGI Senior Fellow.
Government of Canada Invests in Supports for Apprentices to Complete their Training and Find Work in Skilled Trades
Eligible organizations have until August 28, 2020, to apply for funding.
German Technology Day: In-Person Event for Fall 2022 in Montreal, QC
In the dynamic business district of Montreal, the Plaza Centre-Ville brings world-class technologies to your fingertips. Enjoy the modern settings that include interactive technology zones, and open-concept gathering spaces for demonstration areas for new products and technologies.
EPLAN Data Portal Update December 2021
Since December 1st, in addition to updated data we are very pleased to announce the following new partners: Guangdong WEIPU Electrical Appliance with 696 new data sets, and ifm electronic gmbh (NFPA Data) with 56 new data sets.
Phoenix Contact: Caparoc Circuit Breakers – New Overcurrent Protection for Load Currents up to 20 A
The Caparoc circuit breaker system from Phoenix Contact now also offers modules for overcurrent protection for load currents up to 20 A. This extends the possible applications of the customizable system. Caparoc is an individual modular system. Thanks to the many combination and communication options and with the current value extended up to 20 A, the system adapts perfectly to the conditions of the respective application. The system is being extended constantly and the numerous modules are always compatible with one another.
Virtual Reality Workplace Tour of Brave Control Solutions
Brave Control Solutions are excited to be able to finally share the launch of an exciting project they had the privilege to be a part of. Workforce Windsor Essex over the last year has partnered with numerous local companies to film full 360° virtual reality tours of their workplaces in order to showcase more in depth the breadth of careers available to students and prospective jobseekers.
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Noramco Announces the Appointment of Ray Brown as Their New National Advisor, Strategic Projects
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. Read More…
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Electro-Federation Canada (EFC) Announces the Appointment of Patrick McManus as President & CEO
Electro-Federation Canada (EFC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Patrick McManus as President & CEO, effective October 13, 2026. McManus will succeed Carol McGlogan, who is retiring following 10 years with EFC. McGlogan will remain with the organization through the end of 2026 to support a smooth leadership transition. McManus is an experienced association… Read More…
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ADVANCED Motion Controls Takes Servo Drives to New Heights (and Depths) with FlexPro Extended Environment Product Line
Advanced Motion Controls is proud to announce the addition of six new CANopen servo drives with Extended Environment capabilities to their FlexPro line. These new drives join AMC’s existing EtherCAT Extended Environment FlexPro drives, making the FlexPro line the go-to solution for motion control applications in harsh environments.
Many motion control applications take place in conditions that are less than ideal, such as extreme temperatures, high and low pressures, shocks and vibrations, and contamination. Electronics, including servo drives, can malfunction or sustain permanent damage in these conditions.
Service Wire Co. Announces New Titles for Key Executives
Bruce Kesler and Mark Gatewood have been given new titles and responsibilities for Service Wire Co.
Bruce Kesler has assumed the role of Senior Director – Business Development. Bruce will be responsible for Service Wire’s largest strategic accounts and our growing Strategic Accounts Team.
Mark Gatewood has been promoted to the role of Vice President – Sales & Marketing. In this role, Gatewood will lead the efforts of Service Wire Company’s entire sales and marketing organization in all market verticals.
Tri-Mach Announces the Purchase of an Additional 45,000 sq ft. Facility
Recently, Tri-Mach Inc. was thrilled to announce the addition of a new 45,000 sq ft. facility. Located at 285 Union St., Elmira, ON, this facility expands Tri-Mach’s capabilities, allowing them to better serve the growing needs of their customers.
Positioning for growth, this additional facility will allow Tri-Mach to continue taking on large-scale projects, enhance product performance testing, and provide equipment storage for their customers. The building will also be the new home to their Skilled Trades Centre of Excellence.
JMP Parent Company, CONVERGIX Acquires AGR Automation, Expanding Global Reach
Convergix Automation Solutions has completed the acquisition of AGR Automation (“AGR”), a UK-based provider of custom, high-performance automation design and systems integration primarily to the life sciences industry.
Following Convergix’s acquisitions of JMP Solutions in August 2021 and Classic Design in February 2022, AGR marks the third investment in Crestview’s strategy to build Convergix into a diversified automation solutions provider targeting the global $500+ billion market, with a particular focus on the $70 billion global systems integration and connectivity segments. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
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