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Pilz Canada Q2 update: Growth Continues Despite Global Threats

July 27, 2023 Andreas Sobotta, M.Sc., CEO & General Manager Pilz Canada, reports: “Hello Everybody, The first half year of 2023 was the very best in the history of Pilz Canada, for both order intake as well as sales. YOY we are up over 40%! Also, Q2/2023 was the best quarter for order intake, and…

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ABB Marks 10 Years Since Return to Mining Equipment Factory with Manufacturing Momentum

July 25, 2023 ABB is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary since it reacquired ownership of the gearless mill drive system business this week. The technology leader marks the milestone with record output in the last calendar year and a high for total number of employees, including women in key roles, at the ABB Ring Motors…

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Ontario and Michigan Strengthen Economic Ties

New agreement will support increased trade and job creation in both jurisdictions July 25, 2023 Ontario and Michigan are building on their longstanding economic relationship through a new partnership that will increase trade, attract investment and encourage job creation in both jurisdictions. The new Economic Cooperation Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) will support joint initiatives in…

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AGILOX Wins IFOY Award For Most Innovative AMR Solution

AGILOX Wins IFOY Award For Most Innovative AMR Solution July 25, 20223 The global technology company, AGILOX, was awarded the IFOY award for their latest product innovation the “AGILOX ODM” as the most innovative AMR (Autonomous Mobile Robot) solution in 2023. This recognition is another testament to the innovation strength of the pioneer for driverless…

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New Industrial Connectivity Lab

Siemens Customers Test Wireless Technologies in New Industrial Connectivity Laboratory July 24, 2023 The technology company Siemens has opened a new test laboratory for industrial connectivity technologies at its Erlangen site. Embedded in the Siemens Technology Center on the Erlangen campus, the Industrial Connectivity Lab offers 300 square meters of space for extensive testing of…

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Omron Honours Calvek as Strategic Partner of the Year for the Mexico Region

July 24, 2023 Calvek deserves this recognition thanks to strong presence in Mexico automation industry and commitment to incorporate Omron technologies and solutions into every project. Industrial Automation solutions provider Omron Automation Americas is proud to announce Calvek, a company with a very large presence in the region, as Mexico Strategic Partner of the Year….

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Kollmorgen Express Delivery Significantly Shortens Lead Times for the Company’s Most Popular Motion Products

July 20, 2023 Kollmorgen, a leader in motion, announces a new classification for select products that can be delivered within an accelerated timeframe Kollmorgen, a global leader in motion control systems, has announced the launch of Kollmorgen Express Delivery. This new designation identifies highly popular motion products — including some of the most-requested configurations and options —…

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Omron Honours Proax Technologies as 2022 Strategic Partner of the year

July 19, 2023 Omron Automation Americas, a provider of industrial automation solutions, takes great pride in naming Proax Technologies as its Canadian Strategic Partner of the Year. This honor underlines Proax’s exceptional dedication and contribution to both Omron and its clientele over the previous year. As a leader in automation distribution, Proax has collaborated with Omron on…

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Canada and Ontario Establish An Auto Pact to Secure Stellantis-LGES and Volkswagen Deals

Auto pact on joint support for electric vehicle and battery projects will attract economic growth and create thousands of good-paying jobs July 18, 2023 Recently, the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Canada’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Canada’s Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, the Honourable Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario,…

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WECO’s 100th Anniversary. Welcome to a Unique Journey

WECO Celebrates 100 Years of History 2021 marks WECO’s 100th Anniversary. While they are incredibly proud of this achievement because few companies reach this significant milestone, they are humbled to continue to be one of the global leaders in this field of expertise. It has been an exciting journey, one that was made possible with…

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Omron Honours Proax Technologies as 2022 Strategic Partner of the Year

The trusted Canadian automation partner, Proax Technologies, has engaged with Omron on a variety of projects and have consistently drive year-over-year growth July 14, 2023 Industrial Automation solutions provider Omron Automation Americas is proud to announce Proax Technologies as its Canadian Strategic Partner of the Year. This prestigious award recognizes Proax’s outstanding contributions and dedication…

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Innomotics – The Brand for a New Leading Supplier of Motors and Large Drives

July 14, 2023 Innomotics has launched in Germany as a separately managed legal entity as of July 1, 2023. Under a single roof, the supplier of motors and large drives brings together business activities with low- to high-voltage motors, geared motors, medium-voltage converters and motor spindles as well as project and service offerings for this product…

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Security Software for Smart Buildings, Siemens Ranked as A Leader

July 14, 2023 Industry analyst firm Verdantix has ranked Siemens Smart Infrastructure as one of the leading providers for security software in smart buildings. Their recently published “Green Quadrant: Integrated Smart Building Security Software 2023” report analyzes and evaluates ten companies that are shaping the market. Verdantix noted that Siemens solutions offer highly advanced unified…

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New ABB Value Provider Authorized in The Safety Partner Domain of Expertise

July 12, 2023 ABB is proud to announce that Proax Technologies has been authorized as an ‘ABB Value Provider’ in Canada. The newly awarded ABB Value Provider has been authorized in the Safety Partner domain of expertise, which includes machine safety products that can easily be combined into a comprehensive safety solution to ensure highest…

Machinery Directive (MD) / Machinery Regulation (MR)
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Machinery Directive (MD) / Machinery Regulation (MR)

July 10, 2023 The Machinery Directive is one of the most important pieces of legislation for harmonizing the essential safety requirements for machinery within the European Union. It describes standardized health and safety requirements for interaction between human and machine. The Directive promotes the free movement of machinery within the single market and guarantees a high level…