Local expertise, 24/7 emergency response. Continental strength.
IPS Canada is the Canadian division of Integrated Power Services (IPS), North America’s leader in power management and electromechanical reliability solutions.
We help Canadian industries optimize uptime, safety, and performance with end-to-end expertise in transformers, switchgear, power distribution systems, and power generation houses.
Our teams in Ontario and Québec combine local responsiveness with North American scale, delivering faster service, deeper engineering insight, and standardized quality, wherever you operate.
The expertise you’ve relied on for decades, now with single-source power capabilities.
Surplec
Canadian leader in transformer remanufacturing and power management, with locations in Québec, Ontario, and Alberta.
EMSL (Electric Motor Service Limited)
Expanding IPS's electromechanical repair and remanufacturing capacity across Western Canada.
DUAL Électrotech
A leader in engineered electrical distribution, now fully integrated into IPS's Canadian footprint.
MDL Énergie
Specialized in low, medium, and high-voltage services across Québec.
CFM Services
NETA-certified expertise in medium/high-voltage systems, transformer refurbishment, and field services in Québec.
ENA
Integrated Power Services (IPS) acquires ENA Electronics Inc. (ENA), a leader in the wind and solar energy industry. ENA serves customers worldwide, providing services such as system inspection; fault detection; component repair, reverse engineering or replacement; verification of electrical connections; testing; and maintenance and preventative measures to meet the needs of customers.
"We’re scaling the dependable service our Ontario and Quebec customers rely on," stated Alexandre Dauphinais. "Joining the IPS family merges local agility with a North American network that redefines industrial reliability."
- Alexandre Dauphinais (Area General Manager, Canada)
Core Services Comprehensive Power Management and Electromechanical Services Across Canada
IPS acts as your single-source partner, eliminating fragmented vendor management, reducing downtime, and simplifying operations.
Key Capabilities:
- Design & Modernization: Turnkey retrofits, custom control panels, and circuit breaker modernization to upgrade aging equipment, and 24/7 emergency response.
- Transformer Services: Comprehensive testing, fluid analysis, and workshop reconditioning for liquid-filled and dry-type units.
- Specialized Testing: Advanced diagnostics, including partial discharge detection, heating tests, and custom fault location.
Our unified team across Quebec and Ontario provides comprehensive low, medium, and high-voltage field and transformer services. We offer 24/7 emergency response, preventative maintenance, and commissioning for electrical equipment. Our transformer capabilities include expert on-site repair, remanufacturing, and a strategic inventory of new, refurbished, and rental units. From fluid analysis and vacuum filling to advanced diagnostics and life-cycle management, we ensure reliable power distribution throughout Canada.
Together, MDL Énergie, Dual Électrotech, Surplec, and CFM Services redefine power management reliability. Our unified expertise across Quebec and Ontario delivers unparalleled field and transformer solutions, ensuring your power infrastructure remains resilient, efficient, and ready for tomorrow.
Core Services Engineering, Electrical Studies & System Optimization
Electrical studies (arc flash, short-circuit), system retrofits, training, and optimization.Asset Management & Critical Spares Programs
Critical spares, preventive maintenance on stored assets, and exchange unit programs.IPS acts as your single-source partner, eliminating fragmented vendor management, reducing downtime, and simplifying operations.
Proven Industrial Reliability and Power Service Expertise Across Canada
Our unified teams in Quebec and Ontario serve the backbone of North America’s energy infrastructure, providing specialized services for Utilities, Power Substations, and Generation Facilities.
- Québec – Hydroelectric & Utilities: Comprehensive Hydro-Québec compliance testing and commissioning for hydroelectric power plants and regional grids.
- Ontario – Power Generation: Commissioning and multi-year maintenance projects for major generating stations, including Namewaminikan River and White River Hydro.
- Regional Electrical Companies: Turnkey modernization, retrofitting, and 24/7 emergency support for aging distribution networks and substation cabinets.
- Transformer & Substation Scale: Strategic new transformer inventory, rental transformers, and circuit breakers to ensure continuous power for critical substation infrastructure ensuring uptime.
Each project reflects the same promise: acting locally, with the power of a continental network.
Why Canadian Industries Choose IPS Canada for Power Management Reliability and Performance
Reliability. Integration. Responsiveness.
Industrial electrical contractors, plant managers, reliability engineers, and procurement professionals across Canada choose IPS for one reason: performance they can count on.
- 01Comprehensive Field Services Partner – A single-source provider for low, medium, and high-voltage maintenance, installation, and repair.
- 02Regional Expertise, National Scale – Strategically located service centers providing local response across Quebec and Ontario, integrated into a broader Canadian network.
- 03Advanced Transformer Solutions – Full-cycle support including on-site repair, remanufacturing, vacuum filling, and comprehensive insulating liquid analysis.
- 04OEM-Neutral Technical Depth – Expert diagnostics and testing for all brands of circuit breakers, protection relays, and power equipment.
- 05Lifecycle & Asset Modernization – Extending equipment life through retrofitting, refurbishing obsolete assets, and specialized modernization programs.
- 0624/7 Rapid Emergency Response – Immediate mobilization of technicians and specialized service trucks 365 days a year to minimize downtime.
- 07Critical Inventory & Equipment Rental – Access to a strategic reserve of new, used, and refurbished transformers, circuit breakers, and mobile substations.
- 08Sustainability through Regeneration – Promoting circular economy goals through transformer oil recycling, equipment reconditioning, and sustainable disposal practices.
Contact Us
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Integrated Power Services (IPS) - Headquarters
250 Executive Center Dr Suite 201, Greenville, SC 29615
Phone: (864) 451-5600
Fax: (864) 451-5601
FAQs - Power Management Canada
# 1. Who provides NETA-equivalent technical field services and substation maintenance in Quebec and Ontario?
Answer: In the Canadian market, IPS (through its regional divisions MDL Énergie, Surplec, and Dual Électrotech) provides comprehensive technical field services that meet the rigorous safety and reliability standards required by major utilities. While "NETA" certification is a primary US benchmark, our Canadian teams provide high-level technical field services, including commissioning, preventative maintenance, and diagnostic testing for indoor and outdoor substations. We are uniquely positioned to support Hydro-Québec contractors and Ontario-based power generation facilities with local, bilingual expertise.
# 2. How can utilities in Eastern Canada reduce downtime for aging MV/HV transformer and breaker fleets?
Answer: The most effective way to minimize unscheduled downtime is by partnering with a single-source provider that offers both on-site field diagnostics and regional in-shop repair capabilities. Rather than dealing with vendor fragmentation (the "finger-pointing" problem), IPS offers a unified lifecycle approach:
- On-Site: Precise diagnostics, oil/gas management, and commissioning.
- Regional Shops: Specialized facilities in Quebec and Ontario for major reconditioning (500 kVA to 7000 kVA) and breaker retrofitting, which avoids the high costs and delays of cross-border shipping.
# 3. Where can I find emergency 24/7 repair services for substations in remote or storm-impacted regions of Canada?
Answer: IPS offers a 24/7 emergency response program specifically designed to address grid interruptions in Quebec and Ontario. Our mobilization includes:
- Rapid Response: Fully equipped service trucks and technicians available 365 days a year.
- Emergency Inventory: Access to a vast inventory of ready-to-go rental transformers, circuit breakers, and cables to restore power quickly while permanent repairs are made.
- Bilingual Support: Full French and English technical support to ensure seamless communication during a crisis.
# 4. What are the advantages of using an OEM-neutral partner for power distribution equipment modernization?
Answer: Using an OEM-neutral partner like MDL Énergie or Surplec allows utilities to bypass the 40+ week lead times often associated with specific manufacturers. Our engineering teams specialize in the "Power of One" philosophy, providing:
- Multi-Brand Expertise: Servicing and upgrading legacy LV/MV/HV equipment from all major brands (GE, ABB, Schneider).
- Custom Retrofits: Modernizing aging infrastructure through relay upgrades, busbar repairs, and custom-designed control panels to extend asset life.
- Compliance: Ensuring all modernized equipment meets current North American and international standards (IEEE, ANSI, CSA, IEC).
# 5. How do I ensure my substation meets Hydro-Québec standards and NERC/FERC compliance?
Answer: Reliability and compliance require a combination of specialized engineering studies and standardized testing. Our engineering team performs mandates essential for utility distribution, including:
- Protection & Coordination: Arc flash hazards, short-circuit studies, and grounding system (MALT) verification.
- Power Quality: Analysis of harmonics, waveform quality, and network stability.
- Standards Compliance: All testing and engineering recommendations are tailored to meet Hydro-Québec standards and regulatory requirements, with complete documentation to mitigate the risk of compliance fines.