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Schneider Enters Resi Wiring Devices Market
David Gordon Posted On September 10, 2021


Schneider Electric is a worldwide leader in wiring devices … just not in the US.  That appears to be changing, especially for the residential market. According to a press release, Schneider will be introducing its X an XD series of […]


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ETIM NA Delivers Data. Leviton, Rexel Canada Join
David Gordon Posted On September 9, 2021


Barely 18 months after launching, ETIM North America is delivering … both in membership growth and delivering product data classifications and features in “English (US)” into the ETIM Classification Model Tool. ETIM North America became an independent, non-profit, association in […]


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Industry Outlook  / Lighting  / More Insights  / Training
Students Awarded Scholarships to Bolster Lighting Careers
Linda Longo Posted On September 7, 2021


Okay, everyone is looking for labor. “Experienced” people are few and far between. If you’re thinking about the longevity of your business you need a pipeline of people. Why not consider those who are being educated in lighting, construction, construction […]


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Blazer Helps Next Generation Electricians
David Gordon Posted On September 7, 2021


Blazer Electric Supply Company, Colorado Springs, Colo., held its 9th Annual Blazer Benefit Golf Tournament at Bear Dance Golf Club in Larkspur, Colorado on July 29, 2021. A total of $32,000 was raised to support the local training initiatives of […]


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NEMRA Supports Veterans & First Responders
David Gordon Posted On September 7, 2021


The past year has been a challenge for many but no more so than for the men and women who are in our military or our first responders. In 2020 NEMRA launched an initiative and made the Gary Sinise Foundation […]


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Sustainability Delivers Green
David Gordon Posted On August 31, 2021


Turtle and Hughes and Southwire are two in the electrical industry who are embracing one of the biggest trends in business – sustainability. Over the past decade, perhaps longer, there has been increased interest, and focus, on sustainability to improve […]


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Where Is Everybody? Solutions to the Labor Shortage
Linda Longo Posted On August 29, 2021


Long before the pandemic hit, lighting showrooms and electrical distributors have had a hard time attracting long-term help. Let’s face it, when it comes to selling, the prospect of selling light bulbs, chandeliers, and bath bars in lighting showrooms or […]


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Industrial Market  / More Insights  / Sales Channel
Who Sells to the OEM Market?
David Gordon Posted On August 26, 2021


With the economy strong it’s important to look forward to identify how to maintain your momentum. This requires looking at “niche” markets but, remember, your niche can be someone else’s mainstay. Think OEM (original equipment manufacturer). One such area is […]


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CED Acquires Wildcat
David Gordon Posted On August 24, 2021


Wildcat Electric Supply, a 53-year-old, two location distributor based in Houston, is the latest independent electrical distributor to sell. The second-generation distributor who served the contractor and industrial market in Houston and San Marcos, TX, sold to CED. Knowing Keith […]


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EiKO Turns a “Standard” Into a Product for Easier Plug & Play
David Gordon Posted On August 23, 2021


This summer EiKO is launching its Z10 product offering. I know, what is Z10 other than the sports cars some of us remember (’69 Z10 Camaro or a 2009 BMW Z10, but let’s go with an American muscle car!)? So, […]


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