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Canada and Ontario Establish An Auto Pact to Secure Stellantis-LGES and Volkswagen Deals

Auto pact on joint support for electric vehicle and battery projects will attract economic growth and create thousands of good-paying jobs July 18, 2023 Recently, the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Canada’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Canada’s Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, the Honourable Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario,…

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Why Integrated Safety Is the Right Strategy for Large, Complex Applications

July 18, 2023 During the safety design process for a machine or application, manufacturers must choose whether these measures will be implemented as a standalone or networked (integrated) safety solution. Basic safety solutions can work for smaller-size applications, but then we are talking about large automotive production lines, for example, complexity makes these unworkable. Integrated…

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The Heart of Your Control Cabinet – Power Communicates Now!

WAGO Power Supply Pro 2: Control cabinets are undergoing a transformation July 18, 2023 WAGO Power Supply Pro 2: Control cabinets are undergoing a transformation because the requirements on them – both quantitative and qualitative – are becoming stricter and stricter. Greater networking, rising energy costs and increasing customization require economy, speed and flexibility in a minimal…

Siemens’ Automate the Future Tour 2023 Transforms the Every Day Across Canada
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Siemens’ Automate the Future Tour 2023 Transforms the Every Day Across Canada

July 17, 2023 By Krystie Johnston Siemens Canada recently completed their “Automate the Future Tour.” This cross-Canada tour showcased the most recent innovations in manufacturing and process technologies. Customers were invited to explore and engage with all aspects of factory automation, motion, and process automation solutions that are transforming operations and helping companies succeed in…

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WECO’s 100th Anniversary. Welcome to a Unique Journey

WECO Celebrates 100 Years of History 2021 marks WECO’s 100th Anniversary. While they are incredibly proud of this achievement because few companies reach this significant milestone, they are humbled to continue to be one of the global leaders in this field of expertise. It has been an exciting journey, one that was made possible with…

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Omron Honours Proax Technologies as 2022 Strategic Partner of the Year

The trusted Canadian automation partner, Proax Technologies, has engaged with Omron on a variety of projects and have consistently drive year-over-year growth July 14, 2023 Industrial Automation solutions provider Omron Automation Americas is proud to announce Proax Technologies as its Canadian Strategic Partner of the Year. This prestigious award recognizes Proax’s outstanding contributions and dedication…

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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…

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Siemens Launches Siemens Xcelerator in Canada

Xcelerator, an open, scalable business platform to accelerate digital transformation in industry and infrastructure July 14, 2023 Siemens Canada partners with Dexterra Group to harness power of digital technologies To unlock the value of digitalization at speed and scale for its Canadian customers, Siemens has launched its global open digital business platform, Siemens Xcelerator, in…

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New ABB Value Provider Authorized in The Safety Partner Domain of Expertise

July 12, 2023 ABB is proud to announce that Proax Technologies has been authorized as an ‘ABB Value Provider’ in Canada. The newly awarded ABB Value Provider has been authorized in the Safety Partner domain of expertise, which includes machine safety products that can easily be combined into a comprehensive safety solution to ensure highest…

Machinery Directive (MD) / Machinery Regulation (MR)
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Machinery Directive (MD) / Machinery Regulation (MR)

July 10, 2023 The Machinery Directive is one of the most important pieces of legislation for harmonizing the essential safety requirements for machinery within the European Union. It describes standardized health and safety requirements for interaction between human and machine. The Directive promotes the free movement of machinery within the single market and guarantees a high level…

Omron Announces Jet Automation as a Certified Systems Integrator Partner
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Omron Announces Jet Automation as a Certified Systems Integrator Partner

July 10, 2023 Industry-leading automation solutions provider Omron Automation Americas welcomes new partner Jet Automation, a full-service provider of turnkey system integration and design of control systems. Omron Automation Americas recently announced Jet Automation Inc as a new partner in its Certified Systems Integrator program. Based in the Greater Toronto Area, Jet Automation has over…

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Omron Honours High-Tech Automation Company Ramco Innovations with U.S. Strategic Partner of the Year Award

July 10, 2023 Automation solutions provider Omron Automation Americas recognizes Ramco Innovations its top channel partner FY22 for excellence in revenue growth expertise, local engagement, and solutions selling. Industrial Automation solutions provider Omron Automation Americas is proud to announce West Des Moines, IA-based Ramco Innovations as U.S. Strategic Partner of the Year for FY22. This…

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AcBel Completes Acquisition of the Power Conversion Division of ABB

AcBel Completes Acquisition of the Power Conversion Division of ABB July 10, 2023 AcBel Polytech Inc. has announced the successful completion of its acquisition of ABB Ltd’s Power Conversion division. The closing of the transaction follows the satisfaction of all conditions precedent, including CFIUS clearance. Power Conversion is based in Plano, Texas, USA, with manufacturing…

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Guillevin Datacom: A Global Expertise With a Local Approach, for the Distribution of Data Communication Infrastructure Products

July 4, 2023 Guillevin Datacom has global expertise and a local approach for the distribution of data communication and infrastructure products. Today’s omnipresent network communication cabling is essential for connecting communication systems, making it important to have an edge in infrastructure for increased reliability and performance. An optimized network cabling infrastructure offers many benefits, including…

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ABB Strengthens Smart Home Technology Portfolio with Acquisition of Eve Systems

July 4, 2023 ABB has announced the acquisition of Eve Systems GmbH, a Munich-based leader of smart home products with operations in Europe and the United States. The transaction will make ABB a leader in smart home products based on Matter and Thread, the new interoperating standard and wireless connectivity technology. The combined offer will…

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The New Wesco: Endless Possibilities

July 4, 2023 Wesco believes life should run smoothly. Every hour, every day, all around the globe. Their people create a world that you can depend on. As a leading global supply chain solutions provider, they use inspiration to drive innovation. Drawing on their unique skills and expertise, they build tangible solutions to transform the…