Adanac Sales to Represent RAB Design Lighting in BC; David Barbour to Retire

December 11, 2017

RAB Design Lighting has appointed Adanac Sales as its sales representative in British Columbia effective December 1, 2017. Adanac Sales has a proven track record of servicing the electrical distribution market in BC for over 25 years, and the sales agency’s principals Kevin Smythe and Mike Hodges have been actively involved with industry associations, including ElectroFed, CEMRA, NEMRA, BCEA and CEDIA.

“We’re excited to work with the Adanac Sales team” said RAB Design’s President David Beron. “They are a top tier sales agency dedicated to providing the highest standards of service to customers. Our association with Adanac Sales will enable us to continue to grow and strengthen our reach in BC.” 

Adanac Sales takes over from David Barbour, who has been representing the company’s products in BC for over 30 years. Barbour will continue until December 31, to assist with a seamless transition.

RAB Design Lighting is a Canadian owned and operated manufacturer of quality commercial and industrial lighting products. The company has been servicing the electrical distribution market for more than 50 years.

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