Celebrating National Tradesmen Day

 

Let’s show our appreciation for all of the hardworking individuals in the trades industry on National Tradesmen Day, September 15! This day is a wonderful opportunity for us to express our gratitude and admiration for the skilled professionals who play a vital role in making our lives more comfortable. Whether it’s plumbing, electrical work, carpentry, or a range of other trades, these dedicated individuals have been the backbone of our communities for centuries, helping shape the world we know today.

The men and women in the trades industry are the unsung heroes who work tirelessly to ensure our homes, businesses, and communities are safe, functional, and efficient. So let’s take this opportunity to give these amazing people some extra recognition and appreciation. Their commitment and expertise contribute significantly to making our surroundings better places to live and thrive

Among these trades, electrical contractors stand out as the experts who design, install, and maintain electrical systems in various facilities, including homes, offices, and industrial buildings. This term encompasses both the companies that offer these services and the skilled individuals who perform them. At E.B. Horsman & Son, we hold a deep appreciation for our customers and the dedicated electrical contractors who tirelessly contribute their expertise every single day. We want to extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to each one of you for your unwavering commitment.

Our supplier partners go the extra mile to simplify  our electrical contractors workday by providing products that enhance efficiency. Take a look at our primary suppliers who lead the way in serving our industry and customers.

IDEAL

IDEAL is committed to making work easier and safer for professional tradespeople in Canada. With over 60 years of experience, IDEAL delivers innovation and quality into every product. Their Can-Twist connector are Canada’s best selling connectors, made with copolymer materials. This allows the connector to expand up to 3 #AWG connectors.

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Klein Tools

Klein Tools is known for being one of the leading brands of hand tools in the electrical industry. From pliers to bags to carry your tools, Klein is the preferred brand among professional users. Their 3000+ tools are designed with precision, meeting the demands of all trades.

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Rack-A-Tiers Manufacturing

Since 1995 Rack-A-Tiers Manufacturing has been a go-to resource for all products in the electrical industry. Started by electricians, Rack-A-Tiers provides over 1000 products including tools, fasteners, pop-up boxes, power monitors and more. With their mission of serving electricians with the best products, Rack-A-Tiers continues to innovate delivering solutions that help electricians do their jobs faster, easier and safer.

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Iberville

Since 1920, Iberville has been a leading brand of steel boxes, covers, commercial-grade fittings, EMT conduit offerings and roughing-in products among electricians. With over 180 types of electrical boxes and accessories, Iberville has the solutions to meet all your needs. Whether is a new construction or a renovation project, Iberville delivers quality, innovation and ease of installation.

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E.B. Horsman & Son: Your Trusted Partner in the Trades

E.B. Horsman & Son is committed to serving tradesmen with the highest quality products and services. Our extensive inventory of electrical supplies, tools, and equipment ensures that tradespeople have access to the resources they need to complete their projects efficiently and effectively. From cutting-edge electrical components to durable hand tools, we’re dedicated to supporting tradesmen every step of the way.

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Oh, Canada! The land of breathtaking landscapes, maple syrup, poutine, and hockey.

As we celebrate Canada Day, E.B. Horsman & Son wants to recognize some of the Canadian manufacturers and subsidiaries who support our community. From the earliest developments in electricity to the present-day advancements in renewable energy and smart technologies, Canadian electrical manufacturers have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability.

So grab your double-double and join us on a journey through the remarkable world of Canadian manufacturing.

Ledalite by Signify

Established in 1982, Ledalite is a Lean-certified manufacturer that adheres to World Class Manufacturing (WCM). With its 210,000 sq. foot facility in Langley, British Columbia, Ledalite is an innovator in lighting. Their goal to create spaces that feel bright and natural combined with their architecturally pleasing designs, has led Ledalite to create solutions inspired by nature.

1. NatureConnect

Combining various LED luminaires and built on proven Biophilic Design principles, NatureConnect reconnect us with the constant cycles and variations of nature for comfortable, engaging, and attractive indoor environments. The luminaires include:

• Daylight: Mimics the daily rhythm of the sun to help people stay active during the day and rest well at night.
• Skylight: Provides a view to the sky to create a feeling of spaciousness and connection with nature.
• Lightscape: Applies natural colors and dynamics on the wall for a fully immersive experience.

Light Behaviour

The intuitive user interface allows the user to choose between the automatic Day Rhythm or one of the three specific natural Light Scenes.

• Energize: get an instant energy boost
• Relax: relax and clear your mind
• Present: focus your attention

2. SyncLine

Aimed at budget driven interiors within educational, healthcare and office spaces, the new SyncLine will provide a clean, modern aesthetic with the performance you expect from Ledalite. SyncLine offers a broad choice of optical distributions in a compact size with high light quality and energy efficiency. 

Key features include:

• Efficacy up to 150 lm/W
• Single circuit and dual circuit for independent up/down lighting control
• Available with BioUp tunable technology that supports health and wellbeing
• 10+ optical configurations with wide indirect distribution
• AccuRender static and tunable white with CRI 90+ across the CCT range

Industry leading AccuRender CRI 90 color rendering

AccuRender ensures high fidelity color rendering and enhanced reds meeting IES TM-30 fidelity and color preference ratings. AccuRender optimizes color quality while increasing efficacy 15-20% higher than typical CRI 90 products at comparable lumen packages.

Emergi-Lite by ABB Electrification

Emergi-Lite provides emergency lighting and exit signs using innovative technologies designed for performance, reliability and cost efficiency to meet the highest standards in the industry. With the ABB Global Technology Development Center for Emergency Lighting located in Montreal, they meet all North American quality standards delivering quality, safety, ease of installation, and long-term reliability. Their highly skilled mechanical, electrical and software engineers and product designers are specialists with proven expertise in the emergency lighting industry, ensuring excellence in each product.

Nexus Emergency Lighting System

Nexus is a real-time monitoring system that manages the status of your entire emergency lighting and Exit Sign system from a central control unit. Nexus runs diagnostics, performs required monthly and annual functional tests, generates maintenance logs and runs compliance reports. It also helps increase system reliability and performance and reduces the risk of failed inspections. One building or a group of properties under the same management can be monitored with Nexus.

Thomas & Betts by ABB Electrification

Thomas & Betts (now ABB Installation Products) operates seven manufacturing facilities in Canada. With over 120 years of experience, Thomas & Betts have been providing digital solutions that are easy to design, install, order and maintain. With renowned brands such as Steel City®, Iberville®, Star Teck®, Color-Keyed® and Ty-Rap®, Thomas & Betts delivers reliable electrical systems that ensure safety, efficiency, and productivity. These esteemed brands have become synonymous with quality and innovation in the industry, consistently meeting the evolving needs of customers. From electrical enclosures to cable management systems, Thomas & Betts offers a comprehensive portfolio of products that are designed to seamlessly integrate into any electrical infrastructure.

Star Teck ST90 series, 90-degree Teck fittings

A pioneer in the design and manufacture of teck cable fittings, the Star Teck product line remains an indisputable industry standard to this day.

Since the introduction of the 10464 fitting in 1953, engineers have gathered feedback from end-users working in the harshest and most corrosive industrial environments to bring you the STAR TECK line of high performance teck cable fittings which, year after year, remains the industry benchmark for safety, quality construction and ease of installation.

The ST90 series fittings incorporate all the features, reliability and performance you’ve come to expect from our Star Teck fittings in a 90-degree version. Some key features and benefits include:

• Superior sealing gasket for enhanced ingress protection: Type 4, 4X and 6P
• Locking striations prevent loosening of the fitting once installed while biting into enclosure to achieve better binding
• Copper-free aluminum A356-T6 (cast), hardened for higher strength
• Power-Grip grounding ring
• Dual bushing system for broader cable range
• One-piece assembly for quick and easy installation without having to remove gland nut for installation

Siemens Process Instrumentation

From their world-class factory located in Peterborough, Ontario, Siemens offers a diversity of products from their award-winning portfolio:

• Level Radar, ultrasonic transmitters, and controllers
• Magnetic flow meters
• Clamp-on ultrasonic flow meters
• Pressure transmitters
• Temperature transmitters
• Electro-pneumatic valve positioners
• Process protection
• Dynamic weighing belt scale systems and dry-solids flow meters

Siemens is proudly Canadian with a team as diverse as the products they make. They stand behind every product they sell and continuously strive to exceed customer’s expectations for product quality and delivery lead-times. As an essential service, rest assured that Siemens is there when you need them and are ready to serve you.

RAB Design Lighting

Established in 1968, RAB Design Lighting understands the pride that a contractor takes in their work. This is why RAB Design Lighting is committed in delivering high-quality products, working with customers and the problem-solving approach of their engineers, leading to improvement in the performance, installation, and design of their lights. They are at the forefront of lighting innovation, future-proof and boast old-school reliability. With an emphasis on design, ease of installation and affordability, RAB’s lighting solutions allow contractors to install fixtures at the job site safely, easily and quickly. With over 50 years of lighting experience, RAB Design Lighting delivers customized products to address unique lighting requirements. Their range of customization services include:

• Custom Build
• Fixture Refurbishment
• Fixture Modifications

Local and under one roof

RAB Design Lighting engineering, production, assembly, machine, and paint capabilities are based locally in Toronto, all under one roof. This helps them respond to custom requests with speed and efficiency. From outdoor lighting, to poles, you can trust RAB Lighting Design to do the job right.

Code Electric

With over 40 years of expertise, 55,000 sq foot manufacturing plant, and over 700 years of combined service, Code Electric has been known as Western Canada’s Premier Manufacturer of Enclosures, Precision Custom Products, Kiosks, Wired Products, Cable Tray and Commercial Metal Planters. Established in 1979 in British Columbia, Code Electric is a 2nd generation family run business. They incorporate the latest technology, numerically controlled punching equipment and precision machinery to deliver detailed and innovative products, upholding the CSA standards.

Custom Fabrication

Code has been known as BC’s custom enclosure house for over 40 years, providing 3 types of custom fabrication categories:

• Custom Variations of Standard Products: Code offers personalized adaptations of their standard products, such as pull boxes, splitters, and more. These modifications are tailored to meet your unique specifications and requirements.
• End User Designed Customs: Code’s skilled team excels in constructing custom enclosures end user designed customs. Whether you need kiosks, consoles, or other specialized enclosures, Code have the capabilities to bring your vision to life precisely as you envision.
• Non-Electrical Customs: In addition to electrical enclosures, Code also specialize in fabricating non-electrical custom solutions. From storage cabinets and protective cages to planters, their craftsmanship extends beyond electrical applications.

Code Electrical is equipped to provide you with detailed 3D CAD drawings of your builds, ensuring accuracy and helping you visualize the final product.

On this Canada Day, let us celebrate the exceptional contributions of Canadian manufacturers and subsidiaries. From Ledalite’s nature-inspired lighting solutions to Emergi-Lite’s advanced emergency lighting systems, Thomas & Betts’ electrical infrastructure innovations, Siemens Process Instrumentation’s industrial efficiency solutions, RAB Design Lighting’s commitment to excellence, and Code Electric’s detailed and accurate customizations, Canadian manufacturers continue to push boundaries and illuminate our lives. Their dedication to innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction makes us proud to recognize their invaluable contributions to our community and beyond.

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