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Introducing the Decora Edge Outlet and Switches from Leviton – The Future of Wiring

March 21, 2023 Introducing Decora Edge, from Leviton. With its patent pending color-coded lever terminals, you can wire outlets and switches faster, safer, and more efficiently. Just Push. Click. Done. More Information Decora Edge Related Product Leviton Announces New Category 6A LM-RDT™ Cable Expansion Leviton announced the expansion of the industry’s smallest diameter product line…

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Omron Exhibits Collaborative Robot at Meadow Glens STEM Night to Give Students Hands-On Automation Experience

March 21, 2023 Meadow Glens Elementary School held its 6th STEM Night that offers students hands-on experience for science, technology, engineering, and math. Omron Automation Americas attended the STEM Night event at Meadow Glens Elementary School in Naperville, Illinois. STEM Night is a highly acclaimed event that features exciting, immersive exhibits and activities that get…

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Festo’s DHOP Advances Lab Automation with High-Throughput Pipetting with Closed-Loop Control

March 21, 2023 The DHOP seamlessly integrates with Festo’s world-class mechatronic systems Festo’s new DHOP closed-loop pipette head for high-speed robotic pipetting applications delivers consistent volumes over a wide range of liquid viscosities. In so doing, it assures the utmost in automation flexibility, speed, and feedback where devices are frequently required to handle many liquids….

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Festo’s New Multi-Axis EXCL Gantry Breaks Price/Performance Barriers in Lab Automation

March 21, 2023 The EXCL gantry checks all the boxes for affordability, performance, flexibility, footprint, and integration Festo introduces the EXCL, a multi-axis gantry kit that lowers acquisition, engineering, and assembly costs for automated sample handling and liquid dispensing in laboratory devices. The EXCL joins Festo’s rapidly expanding portfolio of products dedicated to applications in…

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Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. Introduces Powerful iQ-R Series Module Allowing Users to Configure Two Networks Using One Module

The newly introduced iQ-R Series CC-Link IE TSN Plus module allows dual network communication, easy configuration, simple diagnostics using one software environment, simplified wiring, and much more March 20, 2023 Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. announces the iQ-R Series CC-Link IE TSN Plus module which supports CC-Link IE TSN and EtherNet/IP™ networks in one module. CC-Link…

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Blackwater Mine Moves Forward, Creating Jobs and Economic Opportunities

March 20, 2023 The Province has approved a Mining Act permit for a gold and silver mine that will provide jobs for hundreds of workers and generate economic benefits for communities and First Nations throughout British Columbia’s central Interior. “Congratulations to Artemis Gold, the Lhoosk’uz Dené Nation, Ulkatcho First Nation and Carrier Sekani First Nations,…

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RFID Made Simple: New UHF Read/Write Device with IO-Link

March 20, 2023 Seamlessly identify and track parts and goods according to the “Track and Trace” principle. Establish transparency throughout the entire manufacturing process. Creating the information basis for implementingIndustry 4.0 concepts. Pepperl+Fuchs now offers a practical solution for users looking for an easy entry into the world of RFID with all its possibilities: The new F191 RFID…

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First Annual Sustainability Impact Awards Debuted by Schneider Electric

March 20, 2023 Schneider Electric recently announced its first-ever Sustainability Impact Awards, an inaugural program that recognizes the critical role that Schneider’s partners and customers play in delivering a more resilient and sustainable electric world. The North American Impact Leaders demonstrated exceptional leadership and an accelerated path toward their decarbonization goals for the region. The global…

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ABB Invests in Direct Current Microgrid Start-Up Direct Energy Partners to Accelerate Energy Transformation in 2023

March 20, 2023 ABB is entering into a strategic partnership with Direct Energy Partners (DEP), a start-up using digital technology to accelerate adoption of Direct Current (DC) microgrids. The partnership involves a minority investment in Direct Energy Partners through ABB’s venture capital unit, ABB Technology Ventures (ATV). Financial details of the investment were not disclosed. About Direct…

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Ontario Preparing Students for Jobs of the Future

Mandatory high school graduation requirement will empower students with early exposure to technological education and skilled trades March 20, 2023 The Ontario government is implementing a new high school graduation requirement to help better prepare students across our province for the jobs of tomorrow. Starting with students entering Grade 9 in September 2024, all students…

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Littelfuse Expands eFuse Protection ICs Series to Address More Diverse and Demanding Applications

March 20, 2023  Littelfuse, Inc. announced the latest release of four versatile circuit protection devices in the eFuse Protection ICs product line. The latest eFuse Protection ICs utilize an innovative design ideal for a wide range of power inputs (3.3V to 28V) with highly integrated protection. These semiconductor-based electronic fuses provide robust overvoltage, overcurrent, short…

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Feintool and SITEC Strengthen Cooperation in Europe

March 20, 2023 After a successful cooperation start in Asia, both technology companies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to intensify cooperation in the production of metallic bipolar plates for fuel cells and electrolysers in Europe. The market for fuel cell and electrolyser applications in Europe is developing very dynamically and offers high potential. In…

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Common Misconceptions of Absence of Voltage Testers

An Electrical Safety Webinar You Don’t Want to Miss! March 20, 2023 Electrical safety will always be a top priority in the workforce. But as industry safety evolves, so should your processes and devices. Many are familiar with portable testers and test stations. But these traditional ways of testing cannot always ensure failproof safety for…

Volkswagen’s New Electric Vehicle Battery Plant Will Create Thousands of New Jobs
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Canada and Ontario Welcome Historic Investment from Volkswagen

German automaker to build its first overseas battery manufacturing plant in Ontario, Canada March 20, 2023 Volkswagen, one of Europe’s largest automaker, announced that its subsidiary PowerCo will establish an electric vehicle (EV) battery manufacturing facility in St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada. Following this announcement, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Canada’s Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry,…