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Vention Unveils Click & Customize Robotic Work Cells — Fast-Deploy Machine Tending & Welding Solutions to Address Manufacturing’s Labour Crisis

March 13, 2025 Vention, creator of the world’s only full-stack software and hardware automation platform, is expanding its portfolio with the launch of a Click & Customize robotic work cell family — starting with machine tending and welding solutions designed to help manufacturers boost productivity amid the skilled worker shortage. These pre-engineered solutions are ready…

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Canada’s Colocation Data Centre Market: Fueling Expansion and Innovation

March 12, 2025 Canada’s data centre colocation market is experiencing rapid expansion, fueled by increasing demand for digital infrastructure, data sovereignty concerns, and the rise of cloud computing. As enterprises and hyperscale providers seek scalable, efficient, and secure solutions, colocation facilities in Canada are evolving to meet the growing needs of businesses while prioritizing innovation…

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Getting Started with Autonomous Mobile Robots: A Beginner’s Guide

March 12, 2025 The world of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) in rapidly growing and providing businesses with a range of exciting opportunities to streamline processes and increase operational efficiency. If you are just getting started with mobile robots, it can seem daunting to know where to begin. Fortunately, this article will provide you with the…

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Fighting for Canadian Workers and Businesses

March 10, 2025 Last week, the United States administration imposed unjustified tariffs on Canada, disrupting a successful trading partnership and raising costs for Americans and Canadians alike. The federal government will use every tool at their disposal so Canadian businesses and workers can weather this storm. They will defend Canadian jobs. The Minister of Finance…

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Vanco’s MTE Instant Lookup Tool: Your Shortcut to Finding the Right Product

March 7, 2025 Finding the correct MTE product shouldn’t feel like solving a puzzle. At Vanco, they know how frustrating it can be to juggle voltage specs, enclosure types, and part numbers while racing against project deadlines. That’s why they built the MTE Instant Lookup Tool, a streamlined, intuitive solution designed to cut through the clutter…

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Siemens Canada: Automate the Future Tour 2025

March 7, 2025 Experience the Future of Industrial Automation & Digital Transformation Siemens Canada’s Automate the Future 2025 is back— more immersive than ever! This year, they have enhanced the event experience with a strong focus on interactive showcases, and live demonstrations. Explore the latest advancements in industrial automation, AI-driven manufacturing, and IoT solutions, while…

Economic Foresight: Modernize Systems Sustainably with Retrofits Instead of Buying New Ones
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Economic Foresight: Modernize Systems Sustainably with Retrofits Instead of Buying New Ones

March 4, 2025 Manufacturing companies are facing major challenges: rising costs, strict regulations and the pressure to work more sustainably. In this uncertain economic situation, purchasing new machines is often risky and too expensive. Retrofitting offers a cost-effective and efficient alternative: modernizing existing machines to the latest state of the art not only saves money,…

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Ontario Welcomes Frontier Lithium’s Critical Mineral Refinery in Thunder Bay

March 4, 2025 New refinery will expand production and processing of lithium chemicals as part of made-in-Ontario critical mineral supply chain On March 4, the Ontario government welcomed Frontier Lithium Inc.’s proposal to invest hundreds of millions of dollars to build a first-of-its-kind lithium refinery in Thunder Bay. This refinery would result in hundreds of new,…

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Ensuring Safety and Efficiency with FLIR Thermal Monitoring for Battery Energy Storage Systems

March 3, 2025 FLIR Thermal Monitoring for Battery Energy Storage Systems Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are essential for storing renewable energy and ensuring grid stability. However, their implementation comes with inherent risks, particularly related to lithium-ion battery fires. BESS fires can start from thermal runaway, where one cell failure can trigger a cascade of…

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‘Eyes, Hands, Brains and Mobility’ Will Define Robotics Beyond 2025

February 27, 2025 Having driven analytical AI innovations for over 10 years, ABB has demonstrated that this technology is mature, creating tangible benefits and increasing adoption in industrial automation by overcoming challenges that have previously limited the use of robots in fast-moving, dynamic environments. “Now using the latest technology, enabled and enhanced by generative AI…

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Canada’s Artificial Intelligence Revolution

February 27, 2025 Canada’s Artificial Intelligence Revolution Worldwide, Canada has been at the forefront of artificial intelligence (AI) research and commercialization. Canada launched the world’s first funded national AI strategy, inviting global talent to our shores. This wasn’t just a government initiative—it was a declaration that Canada would shape AI’s future. The Pan-Canadian Artificial Intelligence Strategy launched…

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EFC’s Business Sections Welcomes New Industrial Controls Vice Chair

February 26, 2025 EFC is pleased to announce Andreas Sobotta, Pilz, as the new Vice Chair role for the Industrial Controls business section. Andreas Sobotta holds a Master of Physics degree from the Christian-Albrechts-University of Kiel, in Germany. Throughout his professional career, he has been employed by various automation companies. In 1998, Andreas moved to Canada…

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Bossard to Showcase Smart Manufacturing Solutions at ProMat 2025

February 26, 2025 Manufacturing is evolving, and the advancements of Industry 4.0 are transforming the way businesses operate. From digitalization to automation, the future of smart manufacturing is here, and Bossard invites you to experience it firsthand at ProMat 2025 in Booth #S161. Bossard will showcase industry leading technology designed to optimize efficiency, reduce errors,…

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3 Benefits of Enclosure Heaters: Keeping Your Equipment Safe and Operational

February 26, 2025 Electrical enclosures are critical to safeguarding sensitive IT and electrical components, but they can be vulnerable to extreme temperatures and humidity. This is where enclosure heaters come in—compact, efficient systems designed to maintain a stable internal environment within your enclosures, regardless of external conditions. In this article, we’ll explore the three primary…