MESSAGE FROM THE EDITOR
In a Galaxy Near You
You probably read last week that Amazon has officially asked the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to use unmanned aerial vehicles, known as drones, for parcel delivery… in 30 minutes or less. The company is reported to be in the process of developing unmanned aerial vehicles as part of its Amazon Prime Air program, which will carry parcels weighing just over 2 kg over a distance of 80 km. The company states that 86% of parcels they book weigh less than 2.26 km.
And in other news, the price of copper continues to play Russian Roulette -- time to consult our experts.
Happy reading!
Line Goyette
Managing Editor, Canadian Electrical Wholesaler
linegoyette@kerrwil.com
Opinion
Should Distributors Sell Robots?
By Rick McCarten
For anyone in a hurry, the answer to the question posed in the title of this article, is yes. If you have a little more time, I have four reasons why it might be a good idea for distributors to sell robots.
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NAFTA Still a Good Show
By Paul Eitmant
Paul Eitmant remembers the days before NAFTA. And it wasn't fun. But now, it's a good show on all sides. Here's what you need to know, plus some resources, for shipping between Canada and the U.S.
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Launching in October 2014- Canadian Electrical Safety Conference Series
Key events scheduled in Mississauga ( October 7&8 ), Calgary ( October 15 & 16) Halifax, ( November 3 & 4)
The Canadian Electrical Safety Conference Series addresses both national and regional issues specific to safe electrical installation and maintenance.
Thisinteractive forum features guest speakers that have helped shape electrical industry safety through their expertise or contribution towards the development of the 2015 Canadian Electrical Code and electrical safety standards. Participants will gain a first-hand review of effective electrical safety program management that features updates to important standards such as the CSA Z462 or the new Z463 Maintenance of Electrical Systems guideline. And of course, a preview of important changes in 2015 Canadian Electrical Code, the foundation of electrical safety in Canada.
This conference is designed for those in electrical contracting, plant electrical, electrical engineering, OH&S Professionals, HVAC.
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Economy
Infographic: Managing Foreign Exchange Risk
According to Export Development Canada (EDC), "volatile foreign exchange (FX) rates can pose substantial risks to a business's cash flow, profitability and competitiveness.
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The Wild Copper Ride
By Jim Williams
Depending on what you read, and what day you read it, the future of copper is either extremely bleak, or it is about to skyrocket like something we haven't seen in the copper market for years.
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Marketing
Are You Uncomfortable?
By David Gordon
In today's business environment, if you're uncomfortable you're probably in a stagnant mode, gross margins are decreasing, costs are rising, you have inefficiencies in your business, key associates are quietly looking for new opportunities, your competitors are quietly increasing their share within "your" customers, you're seeing more customer churn, succession issues are creeping up and you're losing some sleep at night.
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Economy
Building Permits Continue Slow Upward Trend, reports StatsCan
The month of May saw municipalities issue building permits worth a combined $6.9 billion, StatsCan reported
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Technology
Year of the Green Data Centres, Part 1
By Michel Chartier
Is it possible to save energy in a data center? In this two-part series, Michel Chartier takes a look at the power consumption of data centers, how energy is distributed within a data center, and where the potential savings can be found.
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Best Practices
Help Them Help You:
Setting Expectations with a Manufacturer
By Jason Bader
We have a natural tendency to think that our manufacturers should know how to meet our expectations, writes Jason Bader. But maybe you can give them a little direction. Here's how to help them help you.
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Business Opinions
The New Trailblazers
By Frank Hurtte
Women think and drive change differently than men. Women do business differently than men. And, women sell differently than men, writes Frank Hurtte. A look at women in distribution.
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Looking Back
An Early Wage Survey - 1949 To 1951
We find at this time mention of the earliest wage survey to have been conducted by CEDA (April 6th 1949). By this time, wages had been unfrozen from the war-time rates and thus were considered to be considerably higher. Compare the rates...
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One Particular Counter
Torbram Electric Supply Opens 65th Location
Torbram Electric Supply has opened a new location in Leduc, Alberta.
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Training, networking and professional development opportunities for members of Canada's electrical industry.
Electrical Contractors Association of Ontario (ECAO) Annual Industry Conference
September 7-13 - Rome, Italy
National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) Convention and Trade Show
September 27-30 - Chicago, IL
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