EFC is pleased to announce Kalpit Parikh, Eaton, as the new Vice Chair for the Distribution Equipment business section. Kalpit is an engineering and product management professional with over 10 years of extensive experience in creating design solutions, project management, quotation, and cost analysis in the electrical industry. Currently, as Senior Product Engineer of low …
Located in Cambridge, Ontario, JEHS Marketing is a manufacturers’ representative that services a broad range of clients across Eastern Canada. With over 50 years of sales experience in the Canadian industry, JEHS drives success by supporting OEM, integrators, end user, and distributor customers. Whether your company is expanding into a new sales region or aiming …
EFC’s Response In February, EFC’s Government Relations Committee and EFC’s Board of Directors met to develop a position for EFC in response to tariffs imposed on Canada by the United States government. Board members agreed that maintaining free trade or securing an exemption for Canadian and American electrical products, would be the favourable outcome for all EFC members, ensuring …
Imagine a gender equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. A world that’s diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference is valued and celebrated. Together we can forge women’s equality. Collectively for #IWD2025 we can all #AccelerateAction. Focusing on the need to Accelerate Action emphasizes the importance of taking swift and decisive steps to …
EFC is pleased to announce Gil Ofek, Liteline, as the new Vice Chair for the Lighting business section. Gil is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the lighting industry. He currently serves as the Director of Product Management at Liteline Corporation, a leading lighting manufacturer in Canada. In this role, Gil is responsible for …
EFC is pleased to announce Sumant Vashisht, Hammond Power Solutions, as the new Vice Chair for the Dry Type Transformers business section. Sumant Vashisht is a strategic marketing and product management professional with more than 12 years of extensive experience in managing product portfolios and driving revenue growth in the electrical and industrial automation industries. …
In response to the proposed tariffs on Canadian goods, EFC conducted a survey to better understand and quantify the potential impact. The proposed tariffs have raised concerns across various industries, including Canada’s electrical and automation sector. With 85 member organizations represented (approximately 33% of membership), the results revealed tariffs on Canadian goods would have a …
An update on proposed tariffs on steel and aluminum can be found below. NEMA has provided this information to their members as well. If the US government proceeds with these plans, the tariffs are scheduled to take effect on March 12, 2025. View the White House Fact Sheet and the Presidential Proclamations adjusting Section 232 …
Specialized Power Solutions specializes in power distribution and motor control, providing the expertise and equipment needed for reliable and efficient solutions in industrial and utility applications. The team brings extensive knowledge across various industries including energy, manufacturing, telecommunications, and critical infrastructure. With a commitment to innovation and quality, Specialized Power Solutions partners with clients to …
Anne Harrigan retiring after more than 35 years with EFC It is with great reverence and honour that after more than 35 years of dedicated service, we announce the retirement of Anne Harrigan, Vice President of Business Intelligence, effective April 2025. Anne came to EFC from EEMAC (Electrical & Electronic Manufacturers Association of Canada) and …