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Rittal: Best Cooling Solutions for Small Data Centres – Which Option Is Most Efficient?

In today’s technology-driven world, small data centres play a critical role in housing and processing vast amounts of information. However, with increasing data loads and processing demands, the issue of cooling becomes even more crucial. Efficient cooling is essential to ensure that servers and other equipment perform optimally while avoiding potential overheating and equipment failures. This article explores the various factors that influence the choice of cooling solutions for small data centres and focus on a promising cold water-based solution – the RiMatrix Micro Data Center by Rittal.

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Changing Scene | Electrical Solutions

Intralec Electrical Products Announces Pooja Singh Has Joined Their Projects Department as Project Coordinator

Intralec Electrical Products is pleased to welcome Pooja Singh to their growing Projects Department as Project Coordinator. Pooja brings a strong technical background, holding an engineering degree along with valuable experience in project management and data analysis. In her new role, she will support the Projects team with SPA control and pricing analysis as well as post-order activities, including drawing control, scheduling and expediting. Pooja has begun her onboarding and is currently training on Intralec’s systems, procedures, and the extensive range of manufacturers and product solutions they proudly represent.

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Siemens Expands Saskatoon R&D Hub to Advance Industrial AI in Semiconductor Design

Siemens has announced a major expansion of its Saskatoon research and development hub, strengthening Siemens’ EDA business within Siemens Digital Industries Software to support rising global demand for advanced semiconductor and artificial intelligence technologies. The expansion adds 10,000 square feet at the Innovation Saskatchewan Research and Technology Park, bringing the site to approximately 45,000 square feet and enabling continued growth in AI software development for next-generation chip design.

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Changing Scene | Cables & Wire Management Solutions | Electrical Solutions

Texcan Announces Mark Palmer as Their New Regional Sales Director

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.

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Changing Scene | Electrical Solutions

EB Horsman & Son Announces David Thorne as New Grande Prairie Branch Manager

EB Horsman & Son is pleased to welcome David Thorne as Branch Manager of their Grande Prairie, branch. David brings more than 15 years of electrical distribution experience and a proven track record of building strong customer relationships, developing high-performing teams, and driving business growth. Prior to joining EB Horsman & Son, he spent over 15 years with Wesco Distribution, progressing from Inside Sales to Outside Sales while gaining extensive experience in customer service, account management, supplier engagement, forecasting, and business development.

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SmartD: Why SCCR Cannot Be Reduced to a Breaker Rating

Short Circuit Current Rating (SCCR) is often treated like a label to check and move on. That is a mistake. One of the biggest sources of confusion in the field is failing to separate two very different ideas: the ability to interrupt and the ability to withstand. A breaker or fuse may have the interrupting capacity needed to clear a fault, but that does not automatically mean the full assembly behind it can survive that same event safely. That is where SCCR matters. This becomes even more important in VFD panels.

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LOVATO Electric: ProfiNET Expansion Module Type EXP1019

Every second counts on the factory floor. That’s why seamless communication between your devices matters. Whether you’re monitoring consumption, diagnosing power quality issues, or building smarter industrial systems, EXP1019 helps keep critical data flowing where it’s matters most. The EXP1019 is compatible with flush-mounted power analyzers type DMG7000, DMG7500, DMG8000 and DMG9000 and is primarily used in medium-to-high complexity machinery featuring a PLC or automation systems, or within particularly energy-intensive machines.

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Murrelektronik: Right Down to the Last Sensor – Seamless Automation in the Packaging Line

In the packaging industry, efficiency is not an option—it is a requirement. Production lines must be fast, flexible, and above all, reliable. In this context, Murrelektronik presents a clear vision: holistic automation that connects all levels of the manufacturing system, to the very last field device. This article will walk through the different phases of a packaging production line and show how each step can be optimized with coordinated, purpose-built solutions.

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Panduit Fault Managed Power System Gen 2 Expands Safe, Centralized Power Across Enterprise Environments

Panduit has announced the launch of its Fault Managed Power System (FMPS) Gen 2 portfolio. Designed and engineered by Panduit for enterprise environments, FMPS Gen 2 expands power density and system flexibility while reinforcing a centralized power distribution architecture that reduces installation cost, operational complexity, and long‑term infrastructure risk.

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Mouser: Schneider Electric Altivar ATS130 Soft Motor Starters

Schneider Electric Altivar ATS130 Soft Motor Starters offer an alternative to direct-on-line (DOL) motor starters in the same width (55mm or 81mm) without requiring a control panel redesign. These soft starters are designed for simple machines from 11kW to 55kW and optimize control panel design through electrical and mechanical flexibility via several topologies. The ATS130 series features quick and easy installation with DIN-rail mounting and spring control terminals as standard. Schneider Electric Altivar ATS130 Soft Motor Starters use a preventive maintenance-free design for robustness and withstand harsh industrial environments, complying with chemical class 3C3 and mechanical class 3S3 per IEC 60721-3-3 Ed. 2002 without salt mist.

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Gescan: Datacomm Foundations – What You Need to Deliver Reliable, Future‑Ready Projects

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.

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OMRON: K6PM Thermal Condition Monitor

The K6PM is a compact, thermal condition monitor that offers continuous thermal monitoring of critical components such as high voltage control panels, transformers, hydraulic equipment, data centers, bearings, gearboxes, and more. This device utilizes a controller with a built-in display and a remote thermal image camera. The K6PM eliminates the need of manual thermal inspections of critical components and allows the user to monitor these components in real-time and at a safe distance. Having this continuous monitoring will provide the end user with the ability to respond faster to issues, reduce downtime and perform predictive maintenance.

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Changing Scene | Cables & Wire Management Solutions | Industry

Noramco Announces Appointment of Elisa Noseworthy as their New Commercial & Industrial Regional Sales Manager for Northern & Eastern Ontario

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.

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Festo Canada Announces Amiko Control Systems as a New Member of the Festo Certified System Integrator Program

Festo Canada is thrilled to announce that Amiko Control Systems has joined the Festo Certified System Integrator Program! As a certified partner, they bring exceptional automation expertise and will integrate Festo’s cutting-edge solutions to help businesses achieve maximum efficiency and innovation.

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Phoenix Contact: Switches, Buttons & Indicator Lights for Reliable Operation & Clear Signaling

With a comprehensive modular system kit, Phoenix Contact is presenting new solutions for reliable operation and clear signaling in the control cabinet and on the control panel. The buttons, switches, and indicator lights can be combined without tools and integrated into mounting openings with a width of 22 mm. The Push-in connection technology enables a convenient and safe wiring process.

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Leviton: Surge Protection for Commercial & Industrial Facilities

While most people associate surges with storm activity and lightning, many events, from utility work to turning on/off air conditioning units and production machinery, cause small surges and disturbances inside your facility every day. While these routine events may not render obvious damage, they could diminish the lifespan of your equipment and appliances over time. By layering multiple surge protectors throughout your facility, you can protect your valuables and save thousands on equipment and unplanned downtime.

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Industry

Rittal: Best Cooling Solutions for Small Data Centres – Which Option Is Most Efficient?

Intralec Electrical Products Announces Pooja Singh Has Joined Their Projects Department as Project Coordinator

Siemens Expands Saskatoon R&D Hub to Advance Industrial AI in Semiconductor Design

Texcan Announces Mark Palmer as Their New Regional Sales Director

EB Horsman & Son Announces David Thorne as New Grande Prairie Branch Manager

SmartD: Why SCCR Cannot Be Reduced to a Breaker Rating

LOVATO Electric: ProfiNET Expansion Module Type EXP1019

Murrelektronik: Right Down to the Last Sensor – Seamless Automation in the Packaging Line

Panduit Fault Managed Power System Gen 2 Expands Safe, Centralized Power Across Enterprise Environments

Mouser: Schneider Electric Altivar ATS130 Soft Motor Starters

Gescan: Datacomm Foundations – What You Need to Deliver Reliable, Future‑Ready Projects

OMRON: K6PM Thermal Condition Monitor

Noramco Announces Appointment of Elisa Noseworthy as their New Commercial & Industrial Regional Sales Manager for Northern & Eastern Ontario

Festo Canada Announces Amiko Control Systems as a New Member of the Festo Certified System Integrator Program

Phoenix Contact: Switches, Buttons & Indicator Lights for Reliable Operation & Clear Signaling

Leviton: Surge Protection for Commercial & Industrial Facilities

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