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6 Contractor Trends Affecting Distributor Relationships

David Gordon Posted On September 13, 2021

6 Contractor Trends Affecting Distributor Relationships

The number one criteria influencing contractor decision-making today is access to inventory. The supply chain disruptions are the talk of every conversation. No material, no work. Putting the supply chain issues aside, why do contractors select the distributors that they […]

Lighting / Renewables / Supplier / Products

SOLTECH Introduces UL 8801 ALL-IN-ONE Solar Fixtures

David Gordon Posted On September 12, 2021

SOLTECH, a leading commercial solar LED lighting manufacturer, has announced that it is the first North American manufacturer to achieve UL listing for an ALL-IN-ONE design, off-grid solar light fixture, under UL’s new 8801 solar luminaire outline of investigation. The […]

Industry Consolidation / Jobs

nVent Seeking Strategy & Bus Dev Leader

David Gordon Posted On September 12, 2021

nVent is looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. The newly […]

Channel Strategies / Customer Segments / Growth Strategies / Manufacturers / More Insights / Supplier / Products

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 […]

Associations / eCommerce / Industry Outlook / More Insights / Technology

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 […]

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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Leviton Launches Podcast for Electrical Contractors

Linda Longo Posted On September 7, 2021

In a move to deepen its partnership with the electrical contractor community, Melville, N.Y.-based Leviton is debuting a podcast series to address the channel’s concerns and needs. The Contractor Connect Podcast Series covers relevant topics, products, and news as well […]

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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 […]