The 7th biennial Mechanical Electrical Electronic Technology (MEET) Show took place on May 1 and 2, 2024 at the Moncton Coliseum in Moncton, NB, with a record-breaking number of visitors. MEET, which covers the mechanical and electrical industries, is the largest trade event in the region. As well as exhibitors showcasing their products, this year’s event also included free seminars on topics such as decarbonization and heat pumps, educational presentations, an Industry Networking Dinner at the Delta Beausejour Hotel, and the Innovation Awards. This year’s Innovation Award winners were: ACME A ..read more

(L-R) CIPH CEO Satinder Chera presents the 50 Year Service Award to Michael Patterson, with Lee Bell of EMCO Corporation and Maritime Region president Tom MacKenzie of Wolseley. Michael Patterson of EMCO Corporation has been recognized with the Canadian Institute of Plumbing & Heating’s (CIPH) 50 Year Service Award. The award commemorates 50 years of service to the HVAC and plumbing industry. Patterson has been with EMCO Corporation in Moncton, NB for the past 30 years. CIPH         The post CIPH recognizes Michael Patterson with industry award appeared first on Mechani ..read more

Lennox is calling for nominations of “local heroes” for its 2024 Feel The Love program, which donates and installs HVAC units in the homes of individuals making a difference in their communities. Residents can nominate deserving local community members who may be facing hardship and struggling to safety heat or cool their homes. Past nominees have included educators, veterans, first responders, healthcare professionals, families facing financial challenges, elderly residents, and individuals impacted by natural disasters. The program is open to residents in Canada and the U.S., and is sponsore ..read more

Balraj Passi Enviroair Industries Inc. has hired Balraj Passi as inside technical sales representative, based in the company’s Richmond Hill, ON location. Montreal, QC-based Enviroair is a manufacturers’ agent offering HVAC/R and hydronic products and solutions. Enviroair Industries   The post Balraj Passi joins Enviroair appeared first on Mechanical Business ..read more

Balraj Passi Enviroair Industries Inc. has hired Balraj Passi as inside technical sales representative, based in the company’s Richmond Hill, ON location. Montreal, QC-based Enviroair is a manufacturers’ agent offering HVAC/R and hydronic products and solutions. Enviroair Industries         The post Balraj Passi joins Enviroair appeared first on Mechanical Business ..read more

WorkSafeBC has introduced a new inspectional initiative for construction in 2024 that aims to reduce the number of serious injuries and fatalities in the sector. The new inspection approach includes unannounced inspections, and takes a risk-based approach to ensure risks are being managed effectively. According to WorkSafeBC, the construction sector in BC’s time-loss claims rate is 24 per cent higher than the provincial average for all sectors, and the serious injury rate is considerably higher than overall provincial injury rates. Serious injuries comprise roughly 21 per cent of claims in the ..read more

L’Islet, QC-based Innovair Solutions and the Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville, QC-based Stelpro Group have announced a strategic alliance that will strengthen their positions in the market, and boost growth. The two family-owned businesses have combined assets to deliver a diversified range of thermal comfort and indoor air quality solutions under 15 brands for residential, commercial, industrial and institutional markets. Management of each company will remain separate, although the two companies will capitalize on ongoing collaborations, and a shared growth strategy. The Stelpro Group produces ele ..read more

Stefan Grimaldi Crane Supply has promoted Stefan Grimaldi to vice president and general manager. Grimaldo has been with Crane Supply for more than 12 years, most recently as vice president of sales and operations. Based in Vaughan, ON, Crane Supply is a distributor of pipe, valves, fittings and pipe accessories. Crane Supply   The post New general manager at Crane Supply appeared first on Mechanical Business ..read more

Stefan Grimaldi Crane Supply has promoted Stefan Grimaldi to vice president and general manager. Grimaldo has been with Crane Supply for more than 12 years, most recently as vice president of sales and operations. Based in Vaughan, ON, Crane Supply is a distributor of pipe, valves, fittings and pipe accessories. Crane Supply       The post New general manager at Crane Supply appeared first on Mechanical Business ..read more

The Government of Alberta has introduced the Alberta is Calling Moving Bonus, a one-time $5,000 refundable tax credit, to entice skilled tradespeople to relocate to Alberta. The tax credit is the third phase of the Alberta is Calling campaign, which is now in-market in BC, Ontario and Quebec, and which aims at filling job vacancies in the Alberta skilled trades sector. The third phase runs until July 2, 2024, and includes advertising on campuses, social media, radio and more. The campaign also highlights the career and lifestyle advantages of living in Alberta, such as high wages, low taxes an ..read more