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Eaton and Charge Enterprises Target U.S. Fleets to Accelerate Infrastructure for Efficient Electric Vehicle Charging in 2023

March 30, 2023 The collaboration brings together more than 100 years of power management history with deep automotive OEM expertise to simplify deployment of EV charging infrastructure for fleets Intelligent power management company Eaton and Charge Enterprises, Inc. through its portfolio company, Charge Infrastructure, announced today a strategic collaboration to fast-track electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure…

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TDK Offers Compact High-Current Chokes for Automotive and Industrial Applications

March 27, 2023 TDK Corporation presents the B82559A*A033 series of new shielded EPCOS ERU33 high-current chokes for through-hole mounting. Designed for high saturation currents from 32 A to 83 A at 100 °C, the six new types cover a range of inductance values from 3.2 µH to 10 µH. DC resistances are as low as 0.85 mΩ or 1.2 mΩ, depending on…

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RFID Made Simple: New UHF Read/Write Device with IO-Link

March 20, 2023 Seamlessly identify and track parts and goods according to the “Track and Trace” principle. Establish transparency throughout the entire manufacturing process. Creating the information basis for implementingIndustry 4.0 concepts. Pepperl+Fuchs now offers a practical solution for users looking for an easy entry into the world of RFID with all its possibilities: The new F191 RFID…

Volkswagen’s New Electric Vehicle Battery Plant Will Create Thousands of New Jobs
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Canada and Ontario Welcome Historic Investment from Volkswagen

German automaker to build its first overseas battery manufacturing plant in Ontario, Canada March 20, 2023 Volkswagen, one of Europe’s largest automaker, announced that its subsidiary PowerCo will establish an electric vehicle (EV) battery manufacturing facility in St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada. Following this announcement, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Canada’s Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry,…

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Danfoss Expands its Line of Reliable High-Quality Burner Components with new Bio100 pumps

March 7, 2023 Transitioning to liquid low-carbon fuels is an important part of the CO2 decarbonization journey. Many of these fuels, which are created from different types of raw materials, are already available and will contribute significantly to climate protection together with modern oil-fired condensing boilers. Until now, the challenge has been getting biofuels to…

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Magna’s Major Investment Strengthens Ontario’s End-to-End Electric Vehicle Supply Chain

Magna International’s expansion adding hundreds of new jobs across the province February 15, 2023 Ontario has secured a $471 million investment by Magna International, one of the world’s largest automotive suppliers, to expand the company’s Ontario operations. With support from the government, this transformative investment will strengthen Ontario’s end-to-end electric vehicle supply chain while adding…

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Ontario Launches Hydrogen Innovation Fund

Program will kickstart opportunities for hydrogen to contribute to Ontario’s clean electricity grid The Ontario government is establishing a Hydrogen Innovation Fund that will invest $15 million over the next three years to kickstart and develop opportunities for hydrogen to be integrated into Ontario’s clean electricity system, including hydrogen electricity storage. This launch marks another…

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Ontario Concludes Successful Infrastructure Mission to Japan

February 6, 2023 Minister of Infrastructure Kinga Surma has issued the following statement following a week-long mission to Japan: “Last week I led a mission to Japan to strengthen relations, share best practices and exchange ideas with key Japanese partners on building critical infrastructure, such as urban railways and transit-oriented communities, while also promoting Ontario…

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EV Charging Opportunities for Business: A Primer

January 31, 2023 Electric vehicle charging stations are booming and can be an excellent business opportunity, given the current price of gasoline and Canada’s intention to ban the sale of new gas-powered vehicles. Interested in installing an EV charging station? Guillevin’s experts can advise you. EV Charging Opportunities for Business: A Primer Are you considering…

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Ontario Innovation Takes Centre Stage During Trade Mission to the United States

Province-led delegation promotes Ontario as North America’s second largest IT cluster January 25, 2023 Ontario innovation takes centre stage during trade mission to the United States. The Ontario government has concluded a successful trade mission to the United States to promote the province’s flourishing automotive, technology and life sciences sectors and attract new investment opportunities….

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Emerson Introduces Branson GMX-HP, New Ultrasonic Metal Welder for Bonding Larger Batteries, Conductors and Wire Terminations

Branson GMX-HP delivers higher power with greater downforce to meet changing requirements of global electric vehicle manufacturers January 24, 2023 Emerson’s new Branson™ GMX-HP ultrasonic metal welder combines greater power and downforce, essential for larger welds required by electric vehicles, batteries and energy storage systems, with a modular equipment design and features that simplify installation…

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New G2RV-ST And G3RV-ST Relays from Omron

Omron’s New G2RV-ST And G3RV-ST Relays Are Among the Fastest in the Industry That Provide Better Visibility, Top-Notch Reliability, and Vibration Resistance January 23, 2023 Speedier relays are a key requirement in today’s fast-paced manufacturing industry, and Omron responded to this need with the new ST relays that are among the fastest available on the…

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New K7TM Heater Condition Monitor from Omron Reduces Downtime and Product Waste by Detecting Early Deterioration in Heaters

 

Manufacturers seeking to avoid downtime and work-in-progress due to heater failure in industrial ovens, kilns, and metal heat treatment applications can gain peace of mind from a new Omron solution that monitors heater condition with high accuracy on a 24/7 basis. Industry leading automation solution provider Omron Automation Americas recently launched a new heater condition monitor that supports predictive maintenance by preventing heater failure.

 

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A Conversation with Shane Carnegie from SEW-Eurodrive About MOVI-C

 

When it comes to power transmission and motion control, SEW-EURODRIVE needs no formal introduction. Counted among the industry leaders in drive technology, SEW-EURODRIVE makes drive-based automation its business. SEW-EURODRIVE, founded in 1931, is a global company that specializes in gear motors, frequency inverters, drive systems, industrial gears, and control software. SEW-EURODRIVE products are distinguished by their modular components and customer-centric philosophy. Their modular components can be built in a multitude of configurations, durable gear housings, offer flexible mounting capabilities, and provide advanced electronics that ensure equipment continuously operates efficiently.

 

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Introduction to SEW-Eurodrive’s Innovation Lab

 

The introduction to SEW Eurodrive’s Innovation Lab was a big success. With Ontario reopening earlier this year, SEW Eurodrive has been excited to present their technology and automation solutions with customers, students, and the public again. Konrad Kurylo, P. Eng., was on site with other SEW Eurodrive experts to welcome an enthusiastic and engaged audience, who were eager to see what products and solutions SEW Eurodrive has to offer for Industry 4.0.