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Mac’s II Agencies Expands ABB Partnership into UPS Solutions

Mac’s II Agencies is expanding its partnership with global technology provider ABB, adding the full lineup of UPS products, complimenting it’s inverter and IPS solutions to its Power Quality offerings for clients across British Columbia and the Yukon. As demand increases for resilient, always-on power for commercial, industrial, and mission-critical environments, Mac’s II Agencies is strengthening its Power Quality portfolio with ABB systems engineered for diverse conditions. With a broad range of sizes and configurations available, engineers, contractors, and end users can specify power backup and protection solutions with continued confidence, backed by the responsive technical support and service Mac’s II Agencies is known for.

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Laurentide Controls Acquires C. Latendresse Inc., Reinforcing Its Position in Integrated Industrial Electrical Solutions in Eastern Canada

Laurentide Controls is proud to announce the acquisition of C. Latendresse Inc., an industrial and commercial electrical contractor founded in 1976, based in Charlemagne, QC. The transaction closed on May 25, 2026. This acquisition is the result of a strategic convergence: Laurentide brings to C. Latendresse Inc. the resources, engineering capabilities, and ecosystem needed to access higher value-added industrial electrification projects, of greater scope and complexity – the specialized mandates where technical expertise makes the difference. In return, C. Latendresse Inc. brings to Laurentide a skilled industrial electrical workforce that is rare in the market, a depth of electrical expertise that enables the group to pursue mandates it could not take on alone, and an established presence in the petrochemical sector. By combining C. Latendresse Inc. industrial electricity capabilities with Laurentide Électrique’s, a Laurentide company, engineering and integration capabilities, both organizations are building a shared platform positioned on high value-added industrial projects with, in time, the potential to diversify C. Latendresse Inc. presence beyond petrochemicals.

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Electrozad Announces Retirement of Dave Kruk Director of Commercial & the Appointment of Mike Jeffery to Branch Manager, London

Electrozad marks the close of an extraordinary chapter; honouring the career of Dave Kruk and welcoming continued, strong leadership at their London Branch. A Legacy of Excellence: Dave Kruk’s Retirement Electrozad marks a significant milestone with the announcement of Dave Kruk’s retirement, effective July 31, 2026. This marks the conclusion of an extraordinary 47-year career in the electrical industry, including 21 dedicated years with Electrozad. Throughout his tenure with Electrozad, Dave served in a number of senior leadership roles, including General Manager and Vice President, Commercial. His contributions were central to the growth and success of Electrozad’s London operations and the Commercial business as a whole.

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Brady Canada Announces Two New Leadership Appointments for Western Provinces

Brady Canada is thrilled to announce two exceptional sales leaders who have stepped into key regional roles to support Brady’s clients and drive growth across Western Canada. Animesh Rajvaidya joins Brady as their PWID Territory Manager for British Columbia, stepping into the role following the retirement of Lynn Wilson earlier this year. He brings over 12 years of experience driving revenue and managing portfolios across the B2B, government, and private sectors. Bruce Wyche joins as PWID Territory Manager for Manitoba and Saskatchewan, bringing a 15-year record of accelerating B2B profitability through strategic business development and consultative sales leadership.

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Rockwell Automation: 90% of Manufacturers Say Digital Transformation Is Now Essential, According to New Global Study

Rockwell Automation has released findings from its 11th annual “State of Smart Manufacturing” report. The global study of more than 1,500 manufacturers across 17 countries shows a shift in industry focus: manufacturers are no longer debating whether to adopt digital technologies, but how to execute, scale and deliver measurable value from them. The report reflects an inflection point for the industry, as many manufacturers move beyond experimentation and toward broader deployment of digital capabilities. Fewer organizations are operating in pilot mode, while more report active use of smart manufacturing technologies to support day-to-day operations.

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Phoenix Contact Canada Announces Grand Opening of ECB Application Centre – The First Facility of Its Kind in North America

Phoenix Contact Canada welcomed 60+ channel partners for an exclusive first look at part of its grand opening — an incredible kickoff to what this centre is designed to deliver. Canada’s industrial landscape is evolving fast, and manufacturers are being pushed to deliver smarter, leaner and more efficient operations. To support that shift, Phoenix Contact expanded their commitment to the Canadian market with a new space built entirely around real‑world performance improvement. Phoenix Contact’s new Efficiency in Cabinet Building Customer Experience Centre is a working environment where teams can roll up their sleeves and explore:

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STA Boxes Enters a Major New Growth Phase with Expanded Facilities

In a market where speed, flexibility, and reliability have become essential, STA Boxes is reaching a major milestone in its growth journey. The Québec-based family business is proud to announce its move into facilities nearly four times larger, expanding from 2,200 to 8,000 square feet. This strategic move will allow the company to better meet rapidly growing demand. Founded in 2015 by Guy St-Amour, who brings over 40 years of experience as an electrical contractor, STA Boxes was built around strong core values: proximity, flexibility, and quality execution. Today, the next generation is firmly in place with Karianne St-Amour actively contributing to the company’s evolution. The result is a modern vision closely aligned with the operational realities faced by customers in the field. This growth also includes new local hires across Québec to support increasing market demand.

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Panduit Appoints Salma Siddiqui as New Director of Sales, Canada

Salma Siddiqui has announced that she has joined Panduit as Director of Sales, Canada! After 15 years in lighting within the industry, this move represents a natural evolution in her career. Panduit stands out as a deeply connected, people-first organization with a strong culture built on collaboration, trust, and long-term thinking. From the outset, it was clear this is a place where relationships matter, teams are aligned, and people are empowered to do meaningful work.

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Westburne Announces Appointment of Tony Nguyen as New General Manager for Ontario

Westburne is proud to announce the appointment of Tony Nguyen as General Manager, Westburne Ontario, effective May 13, 2026. Tony brings nearly 20 years of experience in the Electrical and Construction industries, including more than a decade with Westburne. Throughout his career, he has built deep expertise in sales leadership across the Commercial and Industrial sectors, supported by a strong foundation in project management. Prior to joining Westburne, Tony worked in Engineering and Construction Management with major general contractors, including PCL and H.B. White. Since joining Westburne, he has played a pivotal role in driving growth across Ontario. Most recently, Tony led the Westburne GTA region to consistent double‑digit year‑over‑year growth in the Commercial market.

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Carlo Gavazzi Canada Announces Serge Tankam as New Regional Sales Manager – Quebec

Please join Carlo Gavazzi Canada in welcoming Serge Tankam, MBA as their new Regional Sales Manager – Quebec! Serge has more than 12 years of international experience as a bilingual sales manager, with solid expertise in the deployment of go-to-market strategies in the regulatory, defence and telecommunications sectors. He stands out for his ability to develop business opportunities through data-driven approaches, to create customized solutions with multidisciplinary teams and to enter into strategic partnerships.

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Electro-Federation Canada: Record Attendance Marks Strong Return for MEET 2026

The Mechanical Electrical Electronic Technology (MEET) show saw a powerful return to Moncton, NB on May 6-7, setting a new attendance record with 7,532 participants attending the two-day event. The biennial show, now in its 26th edition, is touted as the premier industry trade show in the region featuring the latest equipment, cutting-edge technology, informative seminars, and industry networking opportunities.

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COMAU & OMRON Robotics to Collaborate on Expanding Advanced Industrial Automation Solutions Across Light Industrial, Electronics & Medical Manufacturing

COMAU and OMRON Robotics (Omron) have signed a strategic collaboration agreement aimed at accelerating the adoption and deployment of advanced industrial automation solutions for manufacturers worldwide. The collaboration will focus on high-growth sectors including electronics, semiconductors, medical manufacturing and light industrial intralogistics – markets that continue to see strong demand for flexible, easily deployable automation. The partnership responds to rising customer needs for scalable and adaptable automation solutions that integrate seamlessly into both existing production lines and next-generation manufacturing environments. By leveraging the complementary portfolios, technological capabilities, and business models of both companies, the agreement enables a broader and more accessible offering for global customer

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Intralec Honoured with Mersen’s 2025 Canadian Rep of the Year Award

Intralec Electrical Products is proud to announce that it has been named Mersen’s 2025 Canadian Representative of the Year for Canada, an honour presented at the NEMRA “Power Tomorrow, Today” Conference in Orlando. This recognition highlights the strength, dedication, and performance of Intralec’s sales team, whose commitment to excellence continues to drive success across the region. To celebrate this achievement, the team gathered last week for a luncheon at the Brampton Golf Club, where colleagues came together to recognize the collective effort behind the award. The event provided an opportunity for the sales team to reflect on their success and capture a group photo marking the occasion.

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ABB Acquires Assets of Métal BF to Support Growing Demand in Metal Products Manufacturing

ABB has finalized the acquisition of manufacturing assets from Métal BF, an Innovair Solutions company. Métal BF is a Canadian manufacturer specializing in high-quality custom metal products, located in Terrebonne, Quebec. The acquisition includes the facility, equipment, inventory along with transferring the 27 skilled employees who will now report into the stamping and sheet metal operations (GFI) of the Installations Product division of ABB located in Pointe-Claire, Quebec. Financial terms of the transaction are not disclosed.

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ATS Industrial Automation Expands Cambridge Footprint to Support Continued Growth

ATS Industrial Automation is expanding its Cambridge operations with the opening of a new facility at 255 Intermarket Road, a strategic move that reflects growing customer demand. The new building adds 125,000 square feet to the company’s local footprint, including 85,000 square feet of dedicated project build space. This expansion represents a significant increase in both total square footage and project build capacity, enabling ATS Industrial Automation to scale production and support a growing portfolio of complex automation programs for both their nuclear and manufacturing customers.

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Rexel Energy Solutions Announces Miguel Salinas as New National Business Development Manager, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

Rexel Energy Solutions is pleased to announce the arrival of Miguel Salinas as their new National Business Development Manager, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). Starting May 15, Miguel will lead their national growth strategy in commercial and industrial energy storage. They are excited for him to join the team, welcome aboard, Miguel!

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Mac’s II Agencies Expands ABB Partnership into UPS Solutions

Laurentide Controls Acquires C. Latendresse Inc., Reinforcing Its Position in Integrated Industrial Electrical Solutions in Eastern Canada

Electrozad Announces Retirement of Dave Kruk Director of Commercial & the Appointment of Mike Jeffery to Branch Manager, London

Brady Canada Announces Two New Leadership Appointments for Western Provinces

Rockwell Automation: 90% of Manufacturers Say Digital Transformation Is Now Essential, According to New Global Study

Phoenix Contact Canada Announces Grand Opening of ECB Application Centre – The First Facility of Its Kind in North America

STA Boxes Enters a Major New Growth Phase with Expanded Facilities

Panduit Appoints Salma Siddiqui as New Director of Sales, Canada

Westburne Announces Appointment of Tony Nguyen as New General Manager for Ontario

Carlo Gavazzi Canada Announces Serge Tankam as New Regional Sales Manager – Quebec

Electro-Federation Canada: Record Attendance Marks Strong Return for MEET 2026

COMAU & OMRON Robotics to Collaborate on Expanding Advanced Industrial Automation Solutions Across Light Industrial, Electronics & Medical Manufacturing

Intralec Honoured with Mersen’s 2025 Canadian Rep of the Year Award

ABB Acquires Assets of Métal BF to Support Growing Demand in Metal Products Manufacturing

ATS Industrial Automation Expands Cambridge Footprint to Support Continued Growth

Rexel Energy Solutions Announces Miguel Salinas as New National Business Development Manager, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

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