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Wesco’s Industrial Playbook Brings Application-Based Thinking to Canadian Industry
Wesco has introduced its Industrial Playbook 2025, a Canadian-focused guide designed to help industrial customers, specifiers, and channel partners navigate a broad range of products, services, and application-specific solutions. Rather than functioning as a conventional line card or product catalogue, the playbook is structured as a practical resource built around real operating environments, making it…
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Cosmotec Thermal Management: Protecting Electrical Panels Across Every Environment
Industrial automation is pushing switchboard components harder than ever. Heat, humidity, dust and corrosive agents all threaten system reliability — making thermal management a non-negotiable priority. Cosmotec brings together a versatile lineup of air conditioners and heat exchangers, built to perform in the harshest indoor and outdoor environments. Flexible, certified, and remotely monitorable, they are engineered to match the complexity of any panel building application… Learn More
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Benchtop Performance Meets Portable Power with the All New i4311
Why choose between wide labels and portability? Traditional printers either lack the width you need or the mobility you want. We engineered the i4311 to break that cycle — delivering 4″ wide labelling power, unplugged.
🔹 All-day Power: Print up to 5,000 labels on a single charge with a removable battery that swaps out in seconds
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See the i4311 in action… Learn More
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EB Horsman Announces Shane Smith as New Lower Mainland District Manager
EB Horsman is pleased to announce the appointment of Shane Smith as Lower Mainland District Manager, effective April 1, 2026. With nearly two decades of experience at EB Horsman & Son, Shane has built a strong foundation across multiple areas of the business. Since joining the company in 2007, he has progressed through a variety… Read More…
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Westburne Announces the Appointment of Nicolas Pinard as New General Manager of Westburne Quebec
Westburne is proud to announce the appointment of Nicolas Pinard as General Manager of Westburne Quebec, effective April 6, 2026. Nicolas joined Westburne in 2009 as a Sales Representative. 15 years later, he has earned every step of this role, growing through Branch Manager, Sales Director, and Regional Director before taking the lead on the… Read More…
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Rotary Cam Switches for Reliable Industrial Control
ITC offers Sontheimer rotary cam switches designed for dependable performance in control panels and industrial applications. From ON-OFF, changeover, reversing and star delta functions, these switches provide flexible configurations, compact design, and reliable operation. UL and CSA approved, with multiple mounting options available. Explore a complete range built for precision and durability… Learn More
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PISA-M Electronic Circuit Protection Modules: New Brochure Available!
Learn more about PULS’ latest innovation in Electronic Circuit Protection, the PISA-M!
- 4-Channel ECB: 12 VDC or 24 VDC / up to 20 A
- Auto-Voltage Detection
- Space-Saving at only 22.5 mm Wide!
- Plug & Play Device: Available with Fixed Output Current Settings for a Faster, Easier & More Secure Installation
- Quick & Easy: Install & Configure Without Tools
Download the brochure…Learn More
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igus: Six Advantages of Automation for SMEs
Although robotics and automation offer advantages for customers, employees, and production processes, they are still viewed critically by many SMEs. Entering automation can require high investment and effort, especially for those with little IT affinity. Robot manufacturers are responding with cost‑effective alternatives that are user‑friendly and easy to program. The right automation solution lowers production costs, shortens… Read More…
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EB Horsman: Siemens SIRIUS ACT – Performance in Action for Modern Industrial Control
In today’s fast‑paced industrial environments, operators need control devices that are not only tough and reliable, but also intuitive, stylish, and easy to integrate into modern automation systems. Siemens SIRIUS ACT delivers exactly that—a complete portfolio of push buttons, indicator lights, and switches engineered for demanding applications and designed to elevate the user experience. Read More…
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Register for Free to the MEET SHOW
The Mechanical Electrical Electronic Technology (MEET) Show returns to the Moncton Coliseum Complex on May 6–7, 2026. As Atlantic Canada’s largest event for the mechanical, plumbing, electrical, lighting, DataCom, and automation sectors, MEET brings together 400+ exhibitors showcasing the latest innovations.
Join thousands of industry professionals to explore new products, attend informative sessions, and gain insights into what’s ahead for your sector.
Attend at no cost by preregistering online with complimentary code “LD2026”.
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Pilz PSENini – Inductive Safety Switches for Safe Position Detection
Pilz PSENini inductive safety sensors offer a reliable alternative when magnetic or RFID actuators can’t be used. They detect standard metal targets and provide OSSD outputs, eliminating mechanical wear found in reed or mechanical switches. With sensing ranges from 2–15 mm, multiple housing options, IP68/IP69 protection, and –25°C to +70°C operation, PSENini is built for harsh environments. Paired with Pilz controllers, they can achieve up to PL e / SIL 3 when used in a pair, making it ideal for packaging, food & beverage, and general automation applications… Learn More
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Rittal’s Perforex LC 3030: Effective Enhancement of Operational Performance, Accuracy & Repeatability
In a world where vertical market trends can shift quickly it is essential for panel shops to ensure they have adaptability and a partner that can support and enhance their operations as previous markets shrink and new opportunities open up. A Canadian panel shop working primarily in the industrial manufacturing sector recently received the benefits of their partnership with Rittal, and in particular the advantages gained from Rittal’s Perforex Laser Milling Machine.
Product News
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Littelfuse/C&K Introduces TDB Series Ultra-Miniature Half-Pitch Surface-Mount DIP Switches
Littelfuse has announced the launch of the Littelfuse/C&K TDB Series, an ultra-miniature, half-pitch surface-mount DIP switch family engineered to support high-density PCB designs where space, reliability, and manufacturability are critical. As electronic systems continue to shrink, design engineers face growing challenges fitting configuration and addressing switches into increasingly compact layouts without compromising electrical performance or assembly… Read More…
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RS Is Your All-in-One Source for Industrial Control Cabinets
RS offers an extensive selection of the control, intelligence, power distribution and conversion, circuit protection, switching, motion control, and connectivity products needed to turn electrical and electronic enclosures into dynamic command centers for automated industrial facilities — including the RS PRO Total Panel Integration portfolio. The RS PRO Total Panel Integration portfolio offers a wide variety of… Read More…
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