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Ontario Strengthening Electric Vehicle Supply Chain Through Investments in Mineral Exploration Projects

December 22, 2023 Additional funding flowing for Junior Exploration program also creating jobs in northern and Indigenous communities The Ontario government is investing close to $9 million to help junior mining companies finance early exploration projects to find critical minerals used in electric vehicles, smart phones, laptops, medical equipment and renewable energy. The funding is…

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Orbex Group Now Offers Two Fiber Optic Rotary Joint (FORJ) Solutions

December 22, 2023 Orbex Group announces its 700 Series of fiber optic rotary joint (FORJ) assemblies, supporting either single- or multi-mode operation with options for wavelengths of 1310 or 1550 nanometers. Both the 1310- and 1550-nanometer options feature an outer diameter of 7 millimeters for installation in tight spaces. Additionally, each FORJ assembly features an…

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MENNEKES Releases Multi-Gang SLPX Disconnects with Sloped-Top Clean Design

December 22, 2023 MENNEKES, a global manufacturer of  wiring devices, switch products and customized power distribution, announces its new SLPX Series of sloped-top motor disconnects. These devices will enable plant operators to more easily prioritize sanitation while meeting requirements for multiple disconnects. Available in three multi-gang enclosure sizes, the stainless steel SLPX Series features a…

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Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc.’s Networking and Compatibility Capabilities Provide Quality and Cost-Conscious Machine

December 22, 2023 Integrated Production Systems (IPS) develops a machine to produce anechoic foam for its customers by incorporating a complete Mitsubishi Electric solution including CC-Link IE TSN networking. Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. is known for the quality, performance, and compatibility of its automation components. Because of this, Womack Machine Supply, Diamond Partner Distributor Elite…

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Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. Provides HMI, PLC, VFD, and Servo Components to Achieve Precise and Delicate Capping Machine

December 22, 2023 Packaging machinery customer, Balpack Inc., creates a highly precise capping machine with quick changeover functionality through programming expertise from HPE Automation and precision controls from Mitsubishi Electric. When Balpack Inc., packaging machinery specialists from Sarasota, Florida, were tasked with manufacturing a star wheel capping machine for a customer, they turned to automation…

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The New SINAMICS S200 Servo Drive System from Siemens: Move Beyond!

December 21, 2023 By Krystie Johnston Siemens recently released their new SINAMICS S200 servo drive system. It is designed to address a wide range of standard applications, including battery, packaging, handling and robotics, metal forming, and other general machinery. The S200 has been optimized for performance, is easy to use, and is fit for the…

How to Properly Approach and Complete a Migration or Automation Upgrade in Your Facility
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How to Properly Approach and Complete a Migration or Automation Upgrade in Your Facility

December 20, 2023 By Krystie Johnston Rexel Canada Electrical Inc. is a global electrical distribution organization known in Canada under brands like Nedco, and Rexel Atlantic. Rexel is a leading distributor of high-quality electrical products and services for the residential, industrial, and commercial markets and they have a variety of specialists located across the country…

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The Path to Net Zero with Smart Building Technologies from ABB

December 20, 2023 By Krystie Johnston Industries can reduce emissions today; navigating your way to net zero starts with digitalization solutions such as ABB Ability™  Building operations account for 30% of global final energy consumption and 26% of global energy-related emissions. This sector, if entirely net zero, would contribute a significant percentage to reduced CO2…

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Electromate Announces Pre-Order Availability of Universal Robots’ New UR30 Cobot

December 20, 2023 Electromate is proud to partner with Universal Robots in bringing the UR30 to Canadian manufacturers Electromate Inc., a leading Distributor of Precision Robotic & Mechatronic Solutions, is excited to announce the pre-order availability of Universal Robots’ latest innovation – the UR30 collaborative robot (cobot). The UR30, boasting a 30 kg payload capacity,…

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Leviton Announces Agreement Extension with SPIE

New three-year agreement marks 20 years of commitment between SPIE and Leviton December 20, 2023 Leviton has announced a new three-year agreement with SPIE marking 20 years of cooperation and commitment between the two organizations. Over the past 17 years, Leviton and SPIE Nederland, the Dutch subsidiary of SPIE, have maintained a long-lasting, relationship to…

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Lakeside’s New Innovation & Service Excellence Centre

December 20, 2023 Lakeside is excited to announce their Innovation Centre is open and fully operational. This latest investment, a 44,000 sqft. Service Excellence Centre located in Hamilton, is their principal hub for service and solution manufacturing in Central Ontario.  The best-in-class technology, our skilled workforce, and a state-of-the-art facility are all combined to enable us to design and construct…

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Proax Technologies Announces New Calgary Office

December 20, 2023 Proax Technologies Ltd. is thrilled to announce the opening of their new 5,000 ft2 location in Calgary, Alberta! Proax’s expansion represents a big milestone for them, and they are eager to better serve their valued clients in the Calgary area. They would like to express their gratitude for your continued support in…

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Software PNOZmulti Configurator – What’s New in Version 11.3

The original safety circuit configuration tool for the small controllers PNOZmulti December 20, 2023 Laser scanner function blocks for PSENscan, motion monitoring for AGVS From software version 11.3.0, new blocks provide for the most secure und flexible monitoring of the: Laser scanner PSENscan: The zone selection function block enables productive solutions for stationary and mobile…

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Safeguard Your Motors and Cables with the HPS Centurion™ S SineWave Motor Protection Filter

December 19, 2023 HPS is pleased to announce the launch of the HPS Centurion™ S SineWave Motor Protection Filter. The HPS Centurion™ S SineWave Motor Protection Filter is a robust solution, purposefully designed to condition the pulse width modulated (PWM) output of a Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) into a nearly perfect sinusoidal waveform. In applications…

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Sealing and Material Coating in EV Manufacturing – How Omron’s Technologies Refine Quality

December 12, 2023 Omron’s automation solutions for material coating and sealing refine the quality and efficiency of EV manufacturing and assembly When it comes to electric vehicle or EV manufacturing assembly, meeting downstream customer demand for vehicle delivery while maintaining quality expected by downstream customers in the lite vehicle domain is the name of the…