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Intralec Announces Leadership Transition in Northern GTA Sales Region

Intralec has announced an upcoming leadership transition as Cameron Slade, currently Warehouse Supervisor, steps into the role of Outside Sales Representative for the Northern GTA region and North Ontario. Cameron will be filling in for Beverly Pisco, who will be beginning her maternity leave this June. Cameron brings a strong foundation in the electrical industry, having started his career with Eaton. During his time there, he worked in the warehouse supporting key product lines, including B-Line, Crouse-Hinds, and Wiring Devices, before moving into a Customer Service Representative (CSR) and Quotation role for B-Line. This experience provides him with valuable, hands-on knowledge of two of Intralec’s core product lines and a deep understanding of customer needs.

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Specialized Power Solutions Welcomes Jonathan Udy as New Sales Manager

Specialized Power Solutions is excited to welcome Jonathan Udy to their team! Jonathan joins Specialized Power Solutions with over a decade of experience in the electrical industry, beginning his career as a Journeyman Electrician working across commercial and industrial projects. He later transitioned into power distribution sales with ABB, where he spent over six years supporting OEMs, distributors, and end users across British Columbia.

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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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Festo: Machine Safety – Why It Matters & How to Achieve It

For OEMs, machine builders, engineers, and plant managers, machine safety is more than regulatory compliance; it’s a responsibility to workers, a commitment to customers, and a strategic advantage. Every machine on the factory floor has two sides: its potential to drive productivity, and its potential to cause harm. Striking the right balance between performance and protection is the essence of machine safety. This article explores the key principles, regulations, and practical steps behind machine safety—from understanding new European rules to applying structured design methodologies. The goal is simple: to help you protect your people, safeguard productivity, and future-proof your operations.

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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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What Does Being a Gold Level Rockwell System Integrator Mean for Actemium Canada Clients?

What does being a Gold Level Rockwell System Integrator mean to Actemium Canada clients? The obvious answer is that Actemium Canada brings a high level of expertise, knowledge, and experience to every project. But it also means added value in ways many people may not realize, including cost savings on hardware and an extended 3-year warranty. OEMs and end users, consider this realistic and possibly optimistic project timeline: Panel design is near completion and to avoid potential delays the PLC, HMI and VFDs are confirmed and ordered.

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Emerson Launches New IIoT Platform for Expanded Wireless Visibility without Costly Infrastructure Changes

Emerson has announced the release of its Emerson Synchros Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) platform, a new suite of technologies that expands asset health visibility and improves maintenance decisions through a flexible wireless architecture designed for rapid deployment across existing facilities. Across many operations, maintaining and tracking assets still depend on periodic manual rounds due to cost and logistical issues. This often leaves gaps where developing issues can go undetected. The Emerson Synchros platform addresses this challenge by providing a more practical and scalable approach to continuous monitoring. Maintenance and operations teams can now digitize inspection points and extend visibility using a flexible wireless architecture built on WirelessHART technology.

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Festo Intelligent End Plates Simplify Remote I/O System Expansion

Festo introduces intelligent end plates for the CPX-AP-A Remote I/O Platform. This solution extends system communication, diagnostics, and power across multiple machine zones. For machine builders managing modular machines with multiple zones, these intelligent end plates simplify remote I/O expansion by reducing wiring complexity for speedier setup and commissioning. With intelligent end plates EPLI and EPLI-S, machine builders can scale remote I/O systems across independent machine sections without redesigning controls or duplicating power and networking connections. The location of I/O and pneumatic valves can be optimized to the point of use. The AP architecture maintains high-speed communication, unified diagnostics, and clean grounding across all segments. The intelligent end plate capability supports modern modular and hybrid system architectures, reducing cabinet density, shortening wiring runs, and speeding up machine building.

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PULS: New CP-Series CP10.241-ETC DIN Rail Power Supplies for 1-Phase System

The CP10.241-ETC from PULS is a high-quality power supply based on the popular CP10 series. With the integrated EtherCAT interface the unit is giving access to real-time and recorded data informing about the condition of the power supply itself and the power line. Amongst many electrical operation parameters, DC OK and Alarm signals are available via the interface as well as a remote ON/OFF function and “Single / Parallel Use” feature for load sharing between power supplies connected in parallel. Like its series members, the CP10.241-ETC comes with advanced features like e.g. PowerBoost: Power reserves of 20 %, which may even be used continuously at temperatures up to +45 °C. Additionally, it can deliver 3 times the nominal output current for 12 ms, which helps to trip fuses on faulty output branches.

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OMRON: Digital Panel Meters – K3HB-R Digital Indicators

The OMRON K3HB-R Digital Indicator with digital input features a clear and easy-to-use colour-change display. All models are equipped with an IP66 housing. K3HB-R is high speed, with a sample rate up to 50kHz. The K3HB series all feature NEMA 4X (IP66 equivalent) front panels so are suitable for the use in these applications, also the low-profile fascia means that they are less prominent in the front of the panel and so less likely to become dirty.

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X Tronics: Amphenol CCS1 Vehicle Couplers & Inlets

For CCS1 charging applications, X Tronics provides robust charging couplers and inlets designed for demanding operating environments and extreme temperatures. Each CCS1 assembly features rugged, high-performance cable construction optimized for durability and flexibility in commercial and industrial EV applications. As electric vehicle adoption continues to accelerate across North America, the demand for reliable, high-performance charging infrastructure components has never been greater. X Tronics is recognized across Canada for their electrification and EV charging solutions, delivering advanced charging connectivity products for electric vehicles, energy storage systems, and alternative energy applications. Working closely with Amphenol PCD Shenzhen, X Tronics provides a broad portfolio of EV charging components and custom cable assemblies engineered for durability, safety, and high-power performance.

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ITC: Precision Control with Industrial Joysticks

Accurate movement control is essential for many machine and automation applications. ITC Panel-Mount Joysticks are designed to deliver reliable operation and flexibility for industrial control systems. Now expanded with new metal body joystick options, offering enhanced durability for more demanding applications. Supplied with all required components for assembly, ITC joysticks are an ideal choice for machinery, control panels, and operator interfaces where precision and reliability matter.

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Pilz: IndustrialPI 4 4GB 32GB – The Industrial PC for Implementing IIoT & Automation Projects

The IndustrialPI 4 from Pilz is a real all-rounder and as such is able to map the most varied application requirements. This is enabled by the open, Linux-based operating system and modular hardware approach. It is left to the user to decide whether to use the IndustrialPI 4 4GB 32GB as an IIoT gateway, Edge Device, soft PLC or industrial PC, according to need, thus enabling the system to be adapted flexibly to the most varied requirements.

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ABB: S803UP K20 – High Performance MCB

Meet ABB’s most powerful UL‑certified High-Performance Circuit Breaker in a compact DIN-rail size (81 mm, 3‑pole design), compliant with UL 489 at 480V. The S800UP Series is engineered for demanding environments, delivering reliable protection and enhanced performance without sacrificing space. An ideal option for critical power infrastructures, data centers, and renewable applications, the S803UP K20 MCB ensures consistent operation where uptime and efficiency matter most. Explore how its compact form, 50 kA interrupting capacity, and easy integration can elevate your installation.

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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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Industry

Intralec Announces Leadership Transition in Northern GTA Sales Region

Specialized Power Solutions Welcomes Jonathan Udy as New Sales Manager

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

Festo: Machine Safety – Why It Matters & How to Achieve It

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

What Does Being a Gold Level Rockwell System Integrator Mean for Actemium Canada Clients?

Emerson Launches New IIoT Platform for Expanded Wireless Visibility without Costly Infrastructure Changes

Festo Intelligent End Plates Simplify Remote I/O System Expansion

PULS: New CP-Series CP10.241-ETC DIN Rail Power Supplies for 1-Phase System

OMRON: Digital Panel Meters – K3HB-R Digital Indicators

X Tronics: Amphenol CCS1 Vehicle Couplers & Inlets

ITC: Precision Control with Industrial Joysticks

ABB: S803UP K20 – High Performance MCB

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

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