Helping McMaster University Adapt its Buildings for the Future
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Helping McMaster University Adapt its Buildings for the Future

February 22, 2024 McMaster University is using technology to better control and manage its legacy thermal systems and create smarter buildings McMaster University is using technology to better control and manage its legacy thermal systems and create smarter buildings. Carmichael Engineering Ltd., a Canadian systems integrator, worked closely with ABB Canada’s leading experts and its highly…

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Schneider Electric Launches Digitally Enabled SureSeT Medium Voltage Switchgear in Canada

February 15, 2024 Schneider Electric, a global leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has announced the upcoming launch of its new SureSeT Medium Voltage (MV) switchgear offering for the Canadian market. This new and improved solution backed by the innovative and award-winning EvoPacT circuit breaker, has been designed to address the…

ABB Prioritizes Industrial Operator Wellbeing by Delivering Ambient Workspace Solution
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ABB Prioritizes Industrial Operator Wellbeing by Delivering Ambient Workspace Solution

February 9, 2024 ABB has launched its Operator Wellbeing Service (OWS), a digital solution that focuses on delivering optimal industrial control room worker environments and conditions. Despite being mission critical for much of the world’s energy infrastructures and industries, the ambience of control rooms is often overlooked with many facilities outdated or not suitable for…

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FLIR’s Thermal Camera Technology: A Crucial Component in Industrial Settings

February 6, 2024 By Krystie Johnston Thermography is an invaluable tool for industrial inspections and building maintenance, new 80° wide angle lens tackles big targets and tight spaces Thermal imaging technologies like the ones from FLIR improve safety, operational efficiency, and cost savings in many automated and industrial applications. By capturing the infrared radiation emitted…

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Delta Demonstrates Building Solutions to Enable Smart, Energy-efficient and Safe Commercial, Industrial and Residential Buildings at AHR Expo 2024

January 23, 2024 Lighting the Path to Net Zero with cutting-edge solutions and unique domain expertise Delta, a global leader in power and thermal management technologies and a world-class provider of IoT-based Smart Green Solutions, now presents a unique showcase at the AHR Expo 2024 featuring three building venues — commercial, industrial, and residential —…

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iTrans 2: Versatile, High-Performance Gas Detection with Easy Deployment

January 17, 2024 Cable-saving and time-saving installation, the iTrans 2 is suitable for almost any application via common configurations There are many prerequisites when it comes to gas detection, not least maximum flexibility, increased performance and minimal installation costs. Add in modern expectations such as smart features and the ability to detect explosive, toxic or…

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Ontario Welcomes $65 Million Boost to Niagara Region Manufacturing Sector

January 17, 2024 Expansion projects by three companies will create 46 new, good-paying jobs The Ontario government is supporting $65 million in investments by three companies to boost local manufacturing and create 46 new, good-paying jobs in the Niagara Region. As part of these investments, the province is providing the companies with $6.7 million in support…

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Samsung C&T and ABB Enter Agreement to Expand Smart Building Capabilities

November 14, 2023 Samsung C&T’s property management system to integrate with ABB home automation, to extend smart connectivity from whole properties down to individual units To improve the livability and energy efficiency of large residential, commercial and multi-dwelling residential buildings, ABB Smart Buildings and Samsung C&T Corporation Engineering & Construction Group (‘Samsung C&T’) have entered…

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Schneider Electric Launches New R&D and Testing Facility in Quebec to Support the Global Digital Buildings’ Sector

November 13, 2023 Schneider Electric Innovation Lab: Digital Buildings facility in Montreal Schneider Electric, a global leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has announced the grand opening of the Schneider Electric Innovation Lab: Digital Buildings facility in Montreal. This new lab is set to advance innovation in R&D and testing for…

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Nidec Instruments Develops New Gas Water Heater Pump

November 6, 2023 Nidec Corporation has announced that Nidec Instruments Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company, has newly developed a compact low-vibration and -noise pump for water heaters. Nidec Instruments’ Latest Water Heater Pump Recent years have witnessed a growing demand for water heater pumps to be not only light and compact, but…

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Mitsubishi Launches Economical PowerGate for Commercial Pumping and Air-Handling Applications

October 24, 2023 PowerGate “E” (E for Economy) is a standard bypass solution for commercial HVAC applications that require limited options and have tight budgets. Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc.’s Standard Engineered Solution, PowerGate E, is designed specifically for customers with limited technical requirements and tight budgets. It is specifically designed to offer a cost-effective alternative…

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Noark Electric’s Definite Purpose Contactors Achieve UL Certification with A2L Refrigerant

October 4, 2023 UL Certification aligns with HVAC industry’ mandate to reduce Global Warming Potential (GWP) and confirms that you can use these components in your system without further evaluation. Noark Electric’s Definite Purpose Contactors Noark Electric’s Definite Purpose Contactors are electrically operated switching devices designed for switching on and off heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC)…

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Pilz and Pintsch Are Deepening Their Development Partnership with a Framework Supply Agreement

Pilz and Pintsch Joining forces for digital railway September 15, 2023 Pilz and the expert in safe railway infrastructure, Pintsch, are working together to develop innovative control and signalling technology for digitisation of the railway. In July 2023, Susanne Kunschert and Tilo Brandis, Managing Director of Pintsch GmbH, the expert in safe railway infrastructure, signed…

Guillevin Lighting – Navigating Retrofits
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Guillevin Lighting – Navigating Retrofits

The introduction of LED and lighting controls forced rapid shifts in how the residential, commercial and industrial sectors addressed their lighting needs.  August 1, 2023 Simply put, lighting is changing The introduction of LED and lighting controls forced rapid shifts in how the residential, commercial and industrial sectors addressed their lighting needs. As we look…

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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…