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At Major IEA Conference, Decision-Makers from Tech, Energy and Government Underscore AI’s Implications for Energy Security and Transitions

February 11, 2025 IEA Executive Director emphasises ‘there is no AI without energy – specifically electricity’ at event involving 500 participants, including tech & energy leaders and government ministers Leading figures from governments, the energy sector, the tech industry and civil society gathered this week for the first major international meeting of its kind addressing…

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ABB and Agilent Technologies Enter Collaboration to Advance Laboratory Automation

February 11, 2025 ABB Robotics and Agilent Technologies collaborate to produce automated laboratory solutions ABB Robotics and Agilent Technologies, a global leader in analytical and laboratory technology and software, have signed a collaboration agreement to deliver automated laboratory solutions. Working together, ABB and Agilent will combine the benefits of their technologies to enable companies across…

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MDA Space Signs $1.1b Contract with Globalstar to Build Next Generation Leo Constellation

February 11, 2025 MDA Space will manufacture more than 50 MDA AURORA™ software-defined digital satellites for Globalstar MDA Space Ltd., a trusted mission partner to the rapidly expanding global space industry, has announced that it has signed a definitive contract with Globalstar Inc. (NYSE American: GSAT) to be the prime contractor for the satellite operator’s next…

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Control Stations Type LP4 from LOVATO Electric

February 11, 2025 The LP4… control stations come complete with operators and contact elements already assembled, ready for use with plug and play M12 connector. The range includes versions with mushroom head pushbuttons for emergency stop functions or flush buttons spring return, for on/off or up/down control. The range is completed by LP4…L type control…

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Pilz Automation Safety Canada L.P. Is Pleased to Announce the Promotion of Marcus Graham to the Role of National Channel Manager

February 10, 2025 Marcus will continue his role as Senior Technical Sales Representative at Pilz for the Southwestern Ontario region, while also taking on the responsibility of overseeing nationwide partnerships with distributors and integrators. In this expanded role, Marcus will not only drive sales in Southwestern Ontario but also strengthen relationships with our valued partners…

ABB unveils new direct drive motor technology for fan wheels at AHR Expo
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ABB Unveils New Direct Drive Motor Technology for Fan Wheels at AHR Expo

February 7, 2025 ABB unveils new direct drive motor technology for fan wheels at AHR Expo. ABB, a global leader in HVACR technologies, will unveil its new ERH, the next next generation of energy-efficient motor solutions for the HVACR industry, at the AHR Expo in Orlando, Florida, U.S., February 10-12. The official product launch took place at 11am on…

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Hitachi Establishes Its Fourth Corporate Venture Capital Fund to Capture Technology Turning Points and Future Growth Opportunities

February 6, 2025 Total Assets Under Management (AUM) Reaches 1 Billion USD, Contributing to Sustainable Growth with a World-Class Investment Scale Hitachi, Ltd. recently announced the establishment of the fourth fund of the corporate venture capital (hereinafter referred to as “CVC”) fund “HV Fund” with a purpose to identify startups with the potential to create or…

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Electromate Announces Spring 2025 SPARK Symposium in Vancouver, BC

February 6, 2025 Electromate is pleased to announce its biennial Spring 2025 SPARK Symposium (Showcasing Precision and Robotic Knowledge), scheduled for Wednesday, March 5, 2025, in Vancouver (Surrey), British Columbia. This complimentary event is tailored for OEMs, machine builders, system integrators, and engineering students in the greater Vancouver area. Sorry, no competitors, please. Event Details:…

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POWERCRIMPER VARIO – Automatic Crimper for High Process Safety

February 5, 2025 Easy crimping for connectors and wire end ferrules – safe, flexible, electrical The semi-automated POWERCRIMPER VARIO from Weidmüller provides more flexibility in panel building, thereby creating real efficiency benefits. Thanks to its purely electric drive, the POWERCRIMPER VARIO as a purely crimping machine offers flexible application options in production. Different inserts, e.g….

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Update to ISA/IEC 62443 Standards Addresses Organization-Wide Cybersecurity in Industrial and Critical Infrastructure Operations

February 5, 2025 Update to ISA/IEC 62443 Standards The International Society of Automation (ISA) — the leading professional society for automation — has announced the publication of ANSI/ISA-62443-2-1-2024, Security for Industrial Automation and Control Systems. It is the latest update to the ISA/IEC 62443 series of standards, the widely used global consensus-based automation and control systems cybersecurity standards. Addressing cybersecurity on…

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ABB Launches Next-Generation Robotics Control Platform OmniCore

February 5, 2025 OmniCore™ intelligent automation platform is faster, more precise and more sustainable, to empower, enhance, and futureproof businesse ABB Robotics has launched OmniCore™, an intelligent automation platform that is faster, more precise and more sustainable, to empower, enhance and futureproof businesses. The OmniCore platform, the result of more than $170 million of investment…

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ABB and Sage Geosystems Unearth Geothermal Energy Opportunities

February 5, 2025 ABB and Sage Geosystems (Sage), a leading geothermal baseload and energy storage company, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) agreement to collaborate on developing energy storage and geothermal power generation facilities that utilize natural heat from the earth’s core to produce clean electricity. The collaboration will allow ABB to support Sage’s…

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What To Know About Navigating the End of RSLogix 5

February 5, 2025 Review what the final lifecycle phase of RSLogix 5 programming software means for your operations and how to prepare for the future. For nearly four decades, the Allen‑Bradley® PLC-5® and its programming software RSLogix™ 5 have been the cornerstone for industrial automation. While paving the way for future PLC and software development…

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Soft Starters ADXT from LOVATO Electric

February 4, 2025 LOVATO Electric expands the range of soft starters with the new ADXT series, which features three-phase control for the progressive starting of three-phase asynchronous motors. ADXT is particularly suitable for controlling heavy-duty applications, characterized by high inertia, such as crushers, fans, vertical or inclined conveyors, screw compressors, centrifuges, propellers, mills, band or circular…

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SEW-Eurodrive Canada’s Pick-Up and Delivery Repair Service

February 3, 2025 SEW-Eurodrive Canada’s Pick-up and Delivery Service Even in transport logistics, SEW-Eurodrive Canada’s first-class Pick-Up and Delivery Service takes perfect care of your drive technology and automation. With a logistics concept tailored to your needs, you can take advantage of other services alongside the simple and rapid pick-up and delivery of your components…

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Eaton Canada Regional Manufacturing Facilities

February 3, 2025 Eaton Canada Regional Manufacturing Capabilities Eaton satellites can specify, develop and manufacture customised products and solutions locally in Canada. Their regional manufacturing capabilities give their customers local access to market knowledge and in-depth technical skills – along with significant refurbishment and repair services to help you get your business up and running…