April 15, 2026 As the demand for electric vehicles (EVs) continues to rise, it becomes essential for prospective EV owners to understand the different charging options available. One of the key distinctions in EV charging is between Level 1 and Level 2 chargers, which play a crucial role in determining the convenience and speed of charging…
April 15, 2026 From understanding EV charging levels to identifying the features that’ll matter most, here are a few helpful considerations when selecting an EV charger for your home. When it comes to picking out your next vehicle, the decision to “go electric” comes with a lot of new benefits. It also comes with a…
April 14, 2026 Two essential components of household electrical safety Grounded protection and surge protection serve complementary but equally important roles in home electrical safety. Grounding – also known as earthing – provides a safe path for fault currents, preventing dangerous electric shocks. Surge protection diverts sudden voltage spikes to ground, safeguarding your household electronic…
March 16, 2026 By Krystie Johnston, with Chris Posch Teledyne FLIR OEM recently launched the Lepton® XDS at Mobile World Congress 2026. This compact, thermal-and- visual camera module incorporates Teledyne FLIR’s patented MXS® (Multi-Spectral Dynamic Imaging) technology, releasing new potential for OEM products. Chris Posch, Director of Emerging Product Management at Teledyne FLIR OEM, shares insights about how this new camera module is being…
Posted March 5, 2026, updated July 13, 2026 Intelligent power management company Eaton is building EV charging infrastructure to become more sustainable, support more resilient energy systems and enable more cost-effective charging Achieving Canada’s net-zero goals hinges on electrification. More and more, our uses of energy will be electric, and how we use and generate…
March 2, 2026 Spokane Transit Authority (STA) is setting a new benchmark for zero-emission transit in the Pacific Northwest of the United States. Operating two fully electric routes – including the region’s only Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) – and a growing fleet of battery-electric buses, STA demonstrates that transit innovation can thrive even in a…
February 23, 2206 By Scott Patchan Electrical conduit selection has a direct and measurable impact on conduit installation cost, particularly in large-scale industrial and utility projects where labor, access constraints, and long service life requirements dominate budget planning. While material price is often the first comparison point, experienced engineers and contractors know that installed cost…
February 23, 2026 By Leviton Between record-high housing prices and rising interest rates, prospective homebuyers have redirected their focus to multifamily living. In response to this shift, developers have accelerated multifamily construction in recent years, with the number of multifamily dwelling unit (MDU) completions reaching its highest level since 1986. To ensure their properties stand out, developers…
February 18, 2026 By Krystie Johnston PACT Lion-XTM takes its place as king of fire-extinguishing liquids that prevent thermal runaway and fire explosions caused by equipment containing lithium-ion batteries There is a lot to unpack with PACT’s latest solution, PACT® Lion-XTM. Rodger Mort, Chief Operating Officer at PACT (Packaging And Crating Technologies), describes it as “A fire extinguishing agent that puts out…
February 10, 2026 Rebates and incentives can be crucial in moving your EV charging project ahead. While programs can vary widely and depend on many things, it’s a good idea to collaborate upfront with a trusted EV charging partner who has deep expertise in past, current and upcoming offerings from local government agencies, utility companies…
February 2, 2026 Driving Toward a Sustainable Future Electric vehicles (EVs) are rapidly transforming the landscape of personal and commercial transportation. As global awareness of climate change intensifies, more consumers and businesses are shifting from internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles to zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs). Canada is at the forefront of this shift, with a government-mandated…
February 2, 2026 As we head into 2026, the EV charging industry feels different. The land-grab phase of “install chargers everywhere” is giving way to a more disciplined focus on reliability, grid integration, and profitable operations. EV growth has cooled from the breakneck pace of the early 2020s, but long-term forecasts still point up and to…
As electric vehicles (EVs) continue their rapid rise, one question looms over the energy sector, municipalities, and developers alike: Is our infrastructure truly ready for the surge in demand? From city streets to highway rest stops, new EV chargers are popping up across North America. But while charging stations get all the attention, there’s a critical component working behind the scenes, often overlooked, but absolutely essential: the transformer.