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Governments of Canada and Ontario finalize agreement with Umicore Rechargeable Battery Materials Canada Inc. for new plant in Loyalist Township

Umicore’s investment will create over 600 jobs in Eastern Ontario and strengthen Canada’s end-to-end electric vehicle supply chain October 17, 2023 The Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario are welcoming an investment from Umicore Rechargeable Battery Materials Canada Inc. to build a new manufacturing plant in Loyalist Township. The facility will manufacture cathode…

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Green Range 221 Series Splicing Connector from WAGO

October 16, 2023 Green Range 221 Series Splicing Connector from WAGO Nothing is too small to make a positive impact on our environment. Therefore, WAGO has reimagined one of their best-known products – the 221 Series Splicing Connector. A variant made of partially bio-circular and recycled plastics has been created to keep existing resources in…

ABB Survey Reveals Unplanned Downtime Costs $242,000 CAD Per Hour
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ABB Survey Reveals Unplanned Downtime Costs $242,000 CAD Per Hour

October 13, 2023 Global survey commissioned by ABB underscores the close relationship between uptime and reliability According to the new “Value of Reliability” survey from ABB, 68% of industrial businesses experience unplanned outages at least once a month, compared to 69 percent globally. This costs the typical Canadian business* close to 242,000 CAD per hour,…

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Omron’s K6PM Thermal Condition Monitor: Predictive Maintenance Reduces Downtime

Reduce unplanned downtime, increase response time, and focus on predictive maintenance with Omron’s new K6PM Thermal Condition Monitor October 12, 2023 Effective and exhaustive temperature monitoring has traditionally been performed by skilled workers who are adept with using special thermal monitoring equipment to identify potential concerns. These inspections, however, are becoming increasingly complicated because of…

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New Safety Locking Devices from Pilz: PSENmlock Mini and PSENslock 2 For Higher Productivity – New, Small Gate Guards: Robust and Strong

October 12, 2023 When protecting guards, there are various factors to consider, depending on the application. For example, the type of safety gate, the respective installation situation and how it is used. With this in mind, Pilz is adding two new sensors to its portfolio of safety locking devices – PSENmlock mini for space-critical applications…

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Comau Powers The Efficient Automation Production Of Next-Generation Electric Drive Systems For NIO

Comau Powers The Efficient Automation Production Of Next-Generation Electric Drive Systems For NIO October 12, 2023 Comau has implemented a high-performance turnkey solution to automate manufacturing of NIO’s next-generation electric drive systems. The multi-faceted project also ensures fast and reliable co-line production for the electric vehicle manufacturer’s third-gen induction and permanent magnet motors, both of…

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Omron Advances PMAC Platform to Continue to Solve Unique Challenges for Users

October 10, 2023 Omron expands PMAC platform offering a sizable range of form factors that bring both scalability and customization to create the best fit for the most complex applications. A leading automation solutions provider Omron Automation has expanded the Programmable Multi-Axis Controllers (PMAC) portfolio. Designed to facilitate ease of use, the PMAC platform encompasses…

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Welcome to German Technology Day 2023!

Transformation: Elevating your potential with automated solutions. October 10, 2023 German Technology Day is back again, bigger than ever this year with twenty-two prominent German companies with expertise in automation and advanced manufacturing. Canada’s fifth German Technology Day series will occur on October 26, 2023, at Living Arts Centre, Mississauga, and on November 16, 2023,…

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Guillevin Strategies and Solutions: Enhancing the Customer Experience With a Comprehensive Website

October 5, 2023 By Elle Bremmer In today’s customer-centric business climate, creative solutions are needed to provide customers with the seamless experience they’re looking for. By offering a comprehensive, easy-to-use website that meets the diverse needs of its customers, Guillevin meets this challenge. With the aim of building lasting relationships with its customers, the website…

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Ontario Welcomes $9.6 Million Manufacturing Investment

PWO Canada’s expansion will create good-paying jobs in Kitchener October 4, 2023 The Ontario government is welcoming a $9.6 million investment by PWO Canada, the first international subsidiary of German auto parts manufacturer PWO Group. The investment will be used to add a new assembly line to the company’s Kitchener facility and create 27 new,…

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Ontario and Nevada Strengthen Economic Ties

New agreement between Ontario and Nevada will increase trade and build stronger supply chains October 4, 2023 Ontario and Nevada are strengthening their economic relationship through a new partnership that will increase trade, attract investments and strengthen supply chains in both jurisdictions. The new Economic Cooperation Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) will support joint promotion of…

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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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Achieve More Together – Murrelektronik Becomes 60th Member of Single Pair Ethernet System Alliance

October 3, 2023 Achieve More Together – Murrelektronik Becomes 60th Member of Single Pair Ethernet System Alliance Networking is the main topic of the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). The technology behind Single Pair Ethernet has the potential to drive this topic forward. Murrelektronik is pleased to announce they have joined the Single Pair Ethernet…

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Hammond Manufacturing Honoured by 2023 Cabling Installation & Maintenance Innovators Awards

October 3, 2023 Hammond Manufacturing Honoured by 2023 Cabling Installation & Maintenance Innovators Awards Hammond Manufacturing Company Limited, a top North American Manufacturer of racks, rack cabinets and accessories for over 88 years, announced today that its Rack Equipment Installation Tool (RRS Series) was recognized among the best by the 2023 Cabling Installation & Maintenance…

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HPS Announces Ted Simpson as Vice-President of Marketing

October 3, 2023 HPS Announces Ted Simpson as Vice-President of Marketing HPS is pleased to announce the appointment of Ted Simpson to the position of Vice-President of Marketing. Ted succeeds Michael Frayne as Michael transitions to the role of Senior Vice President of Power Quality and Power Conversion Solutions. Ted is a highly experienced marketing…