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Investing to Make Canada a Global Critical Minerals Superpower

March 12, 2025 As global demand for critical minerals is expected to double by 2040, Canada is uniquely positioned to be a global leader and supply this growing market: we have an abundance of critical minerals and the workers, businesses and communities with the know-how to scale up the mining, processing and manufacturing of products…

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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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ABB Signs Agreement with Dow as the Automation Partner to Support Path2Zero Ethylene Complex in Canada

March 12, 2025 ABB has signed a Leveraged Procurement Agreement (LPA) to support as the automation partner for Dow’s Path2Zero project at Fort Saskatchewan in Alberta, Canada. According to Dow, the project, which is currently under construction, will create the world’s first net-zero Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions ethylene and derivatives complex1, producing…

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Critical Manufacturing to Show at APEX 2025 that You Might Need a New MES for Making Industry 4.0 A Reality

March 11, 2025 Critical Manufacturing, a leader in advanced Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and a subsidiary of ASMPT, will show visitors to IPC APEX EXPO 2025 that the company’s MES – complete with extensive features specific to the electronics industry – can serve as a true Industry 4.0 platform. Any electronics manufacturer looking to turn…

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Mitsubishi Electric Automation and Arrow Speed Controls Celebrate Four Decades of Collaboration in Canada

March 11, 2025 Since the 1980s, Arrow Speed Controls and Mitsubishi Electric Automation have delivered automation solutions that address challenges specific to customers in heavy industries to bring the highest value to customers. Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. (Mitsubishi Electric Automation) and Arrow Speed Controls celebrate over four decades of collaboration in Canada. Together, they have…

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Variable Speed Drives VLG3 Series from LOVATO

March 11, 2025 LOVATO Electric expands its range of variable speed drives with the new VLG3 series, with three-phase power supply 380…480VAC 50/60Hz. The new VLG3 series range includes sizes from 0.4 to 22kW and integrates an EMC filter and a braking chopper as standard. The compact enclosure allows side-by-side installation, with the possibility of mounting on a DIN rail or with…

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Emerson Next-Generation Pneumatic Valves Now Available With Higher Flow Rates, Greater Flexibility

March 11, 2025 The latest AVENTICS Series XV release offers greater range with new flow rates, configurations, functionality, certifications and more. Emerson has released the latest stage of its next-generation AVENTICS™ Series XV pneumatic valve systems with new flow rates, configurations, accessories, UL certifications and more. These updates give original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) greater design flexibility and…

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New From SEW-EURODRIVE: WES Series Stainless Steel Drives

March 11, 2025 SEW-EURODRIVE is proud to introduce the WES Series stainless steel gear unit, a compact, hygienic drive solution that runs cool – even under continuous operation. Unlike worm gear units that overheat, the WES Series integrates SPIROPLAN® right-angle gearing, ensuring smooth, reliable performance without excessive heat buildup. Designed for food, beverage, and other…

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OnRobot Introduces the VGP30: Highest-Payload Vacuum Gripper for Enhanced Collaborative Automation

March 7, 2025 The release marks OnRobot’s highest payload gripper to date, with intelligent control and seamless integration for palletizing and handling OnRobot has announced the release of its new VGP30 vacuum gripper. This powerful and robust 30 kg (66 lbs.) payload gripper is designed to excel at palletizing boxes and handling irregular shapes and…

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Safe Connections for Energy Storage Systems from Phoenix Contact

March 7, 2025 Safe Connections for Energy Storage Systems The new Phoenix Contact BPC series connectors protected against polarity reversal are ideally suited for use in energy storage systems. They provide users with a high degree of flexibility due to their 360° rotatability and various connection types. Touch-proof contacts and colour-coded and mechanical coding ensure safety…

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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…

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Base Power Supply from WAGO

March 6, 2025 Get an excellent balance between price and power with WAGO’s new efficient, high-performance 2587 Base Power Supply Series The Base Power Supply Series with the industry-proven Push-in CAGE CLAMP® connection provides essential functionality during operation and stands out for its cost-effectiveness. The new devices offer quick, reliable and tool-free connections, along with…

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Rockwell Automation Achieves Industry Benchmark with IEC 62443-4-2 Cybersecurity Certification for Variable Frequency Drives

March 6, 2025 New certification recognizes Rockwell’s PowerFlex 755T-series and PowerFlex 6000T VFDs for adherence to the stringent IEC 62443-4-2 cybersecurity standards’ guidelines. Rockwell Automation, Inc., one of the world’s largest companies dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, announced it has been recognized for achieving the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 62443-4-2 Security Level Capability 1…

Contactron Speed Starters: Phoenix Contact's Game-Changing Solution for Modern Motor Control
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Contactron Speed Starters: Phoenix Contact’s Game-Changing Solution for Modern Motor Control

March 5, 2025 In industrial settings where efficiency and reliability are paramount, choosing the right motor control solution can make all the difference in operational performance. While traditional motor starters provide basic functionality and frequency converters offer advanced capabilities, many operations need something in between—a solution that combines simplicity with versatility. Phoenix Contact’s CONTACTRON Speed…

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Retrofit Your Substations with MOXA Secure IEC 61850 Gateways

March 5, 2025 Simplify Protocol Communication in Substation Automation Systems Integrating legacy power systems with IEC 61850 communication networks can be challenging due to the diverse industrial protocols used at field sites. Additionally, incorporating these systems into modern networks introduces significant security risks. Moxa’s MGate 5119 Series IEC 61850 gateways are designed to bridge this gap by…

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Sumant Vashisht Appointed as EFC Vice-Chair of the Dry-Type Transformer Section

March 4, 2025 Sumant Vashisht Appointed as EFC Vice-Chair of the Dry-Type Transformer Section HPS is pleased to announce the appointment of Sumant Vashisht as Vice-Chair of the Dry-Type Transformer Section of Electro-Federation Canada (EFC). This Section represents manufacturers of dry-type transformers that are voltage changing or isolation devices, which are air-cooled rather than liquid…