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Omron Honours High-Tech Automation Company Ramco Innovations with U.S. Strategic Partner of the Year Award

July 10, 2023 Automation solutions provider Omron Automation Americas recognizes Ramco Innovations its top channel partner FY22 for excellence in revenue growth expertise, local engagement, and solutions selling. Industrial Automation solutions provider Omron Automation Americas is proud to announce West Des Moines, IA-based Ramco Innovations as U.S. Strategic Partner of the Year for FY22. This…

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AcBel Completes Acquisition of the Power Conversion Division of ABB

AcBel Completes Acquisition of the Power Conversion Division of ABB July 10, 2023 AcBel Polytech Inc. has announced the successful completion of its acquisition of ABB Ltd’s Power Conversion division. The closing of the transaction follows the satisfaction of all conditions precedent, including CFIUS clearance. Power Conversion is based in Plano, Texas, USA, with manufacturing…

Ontario Supporting More Innovation in Growing Tech Sector

July 3, 2023 New funding will help equip Ontario businesses with critical technologies to boost competitiveness. The Ontario government is investing up to $77 million in two projects to help Ontario companies adopt, develop and bring to market critical technologies, such as 5G, ethical artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, cybersecurity and robotics. The new funding, announced…

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Mitsui High-tec, Ontario Welcomes $102 Million Investment for Growing Electric Vehicle Sector

Mitsui High-tec (Canada), Inc.’s new Brantford facility will help build province’s EV supply chain June 29, 2023 The Ontario government is welcoming a $102.3 million investment by Mitsui High-tec (Canada), Inc. a manufacturer of motor cores, the basic structure of the motor used in electric vehicles (EVs). This investment, to expand the company’s Canadian operations,…

Ontario Promotes Growing Aerospace Industry During Mission to France and Switzerland

June 26, 2023 Aerospace manufacturers announce over $4 million in investments for Ontario at Paris Air Show.  The Ontario government has concluded a successful business mission to France and Switzerland to promote the province’s aerospace, manufacturing and life sciences sectors and explore new opportunities for investment and job creation. Vic Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development,…

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Rockwell Automation Obtains Highest Level Product Security IEC Security Certification

June 22, 2023 Rockwell Automation, Inc., one of the world’s largest companies dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, has announced it has been recognized for achieving Maturity Level 4 of the globally recognized The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC)  62443-4-1 industrial cybersecurity certification, the highest level. Certification of the Rockwell Automation SDL was performed independently by TÜV…

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Ontario Launches New Fund to Build Skilled Trades Training Centres

June 21, 2023 New fund is projected to help train more than 1,000,000 workers now and into the future The Ontario government is working for workers by investing $224 million to build and upgrade training centres and help tackle the province’s historic labour shortage. Applications for the new Skills Development Fund (SDF) Capital Stream open…

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Nidec and Embraer Announce Joint Venture Agreement to Develop Electric Propulsion System for Emerging Aerospace Industry

June 19, 2023 Japan’s Nidec Corporation and Brazil’s Embraer have announced an agreement to establish a joint venture company, called Nidec Aerospace LLC (hereunder “JV”), to develop Electric Propulsion Systems for the aerospace sector. The transaction combines the complementary synergies and distinct areas of expertise of two world-class engineering companies to spearhead a new era…

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Festo Adding Americas Production Capacity with New Plant in Mexico 

June 19, 2023 Festo’s plant in Monterrey, Mexico to reinforce supply chain Festo is investing $100 million to build a plant in Monterrey, Mexico to reinforce supply chain resilience for key products used in the Americas. It highlights the company’s “Local for Local” philosophy to position it closer to specific markets with great growth potential. …

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Detect and Protect: See How Teledyne GFD Can Help Deliver Fire Safety at NFPA 2023

June 9, 2023 Teledyne Gas and Flame Detection (Teledyne GFD) will showcase a range of innovative technologies at the NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) 2023 Expo in Las Vegas on June 19-21. NFPA is one of the world’s most important fire protection events and, in Booth 549, Teledyne GFD will present a range of innovative…

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New Teledyne Gas and Flame Detection Website Launch

June 9, 2023 Teledyne Gas and Flame Detection, a global leader in gas and flame detection solutions, is pleased to announce the launch of its new website, featuring updated informational content and a user-friendly interface. The website is designed to provide an enhanced experience, including improved accessibility and mobile compatibility. It introduces new content on…

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Rittal Limited: Recognized as a 2023 Best Workplace in Manufacturing in Canada for the Sixth Year in a Row!

June 8, 2023 Rittal Limited is proud to announce that their organization has been named on the 2023 Best Workplaces in Manufacturing in Canada list, for the sixth year in a row. André Bousette, President, Rittal Limited says, “Rittal is so honoured to obtain this recognition as a Best Workplace in Manufacturing in Canada, especially because…

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New International Online Event from Eplan: Eplan L!ve: Best Practices and More in Just Two-and-a-Half Hours

June 7, 2023 What challenges are machine builders and switch-gear system manufacturers facing in today’s global markets? How can the right course be set for efficient engineering at an early stage in the game? This year’s Eplan L!ve 2023 event on 21 June 2023 is providing distilled answers, highlights from the new version of the…

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ArcelorMittal Construction Orders Digital and Control System Technology for Steel Mill in France

ArcelorMittal Construction has awarded ABB a contract to deploy solutions specifically designed for metals processing at its cold rolling mill in Contrisson, France, as part of a modernization project. The solutions, which include ABB Ability™ Manufacturing Operations Management for metals (MOM4Metals), Roll-Gap (RGC) and Automatic Gauge Control (AGC), will help the world’s largest steel producer…

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ABB Dynafin™: ABB Unveils Revolutionary Propulsion Concept to Significantly Increase Ship Efficiency

May 31, 2023 ABB has introduced ABB Dynafin™, a new concept representing a revolutionary propulsion system breaking new ground for efficiency in the marine industry. Inspired by the dynamic motions of a whale’s tail, the innovative concept is the result of over a decade of research, development, and testing. ABB’s combined extensive experience and expertise…

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Nidec Receives “Clarivate Top 100 Global Innovator 2023” Award

May 29, 2023 Nidec Corporation has announced that it has been selected by the UK’s Clarivate Plc, a global information service provider, as a top 100 global innovator for 2023 Since 2012, Clarivate Plc annually gives the “Clarivate Top 100 Global Innovator” award to organizations selected as the top 100 revolutionary companies and institutions leading…