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Manufacturers Are Embracing AI, Reveals Survey from Universal Robots

September 11, 2024 Universal Robots (UR), the Danish collaborative robot (cobot) company, recently asked 1,200 manufacturers across North America and Europe how they use technology and how they plan to invest for the future. In the survey more than 50% responded that they already harness artificial intelligence and machine learning in their production. “AI isn’t just hype,”…

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Hammond Power Solutions Awarded Top Spot in 2024 TSX30 Ranking

September 11, 2024 Hammond Power Solutions Inc. (“HPS”) (TSX: HPS.A) a leading manufacturer of dry-type transformers and power quality solutions, announced the recognition as the top-performing company in the 2024 TSX30 ranking, highlighting the top-performing companies on the Toronto Stock Exchange. “Being named the top company in the 2024 TSX30 underscores the commitment from our…

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Vention and ABB Collaborate to Bring Cobot Automation to Small and Medium Manufacturers

September 10, 2024 The cloud robotics company welcomes ABB as part of its Manufacturing Automation Platform. Vention, the company behind the cloud-based Manufacturing Automation Platform (MAP), is proud to announce its collaboration with ABB Robotics, confirming the compatibility between the Vention Manufacturing Automation Platform and ABB GoFa™ cobot family. Clients of Vention and ABB will benefit…

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Vention Launches MachineMotion AI, an AI-Enabled Automation Controller for Robotics and Industrial Applications

September 10, 2024 Vention’s new controller, embedded with NVIDIA accelerated computing technologies, brings advancements to small and medium-sized robotics manufacturers. Vention, the company behind the cloud-based Manufacturing Automation Platform (MAP), is launching an AI-enabled motion controller, MachineMotion AI, in Chicago on September 10, 2024. This 3rd-generation controller, built on NVIDIA accelerated computing, is designed to significantly simplify…

Introducing the Festo Certified Systems Integrator Program!
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New Festo Canada Program Helps End Users Find System Integrators for Automation Projects 

September 10, 2024 New Festo Canada Program Helps End Users Find System Integrators for Automation Projects  For end users wanting to incorporate more automation in their operations but lacking the in-house capability to make it happen, Festo Canada has a solution to overcome that barrier. The company’s new Certified System Integrator Program will match an…

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Rethink Robotics Unveils Two New AMRs at IMTS 2024

September 6, 2024 The Rethink Ryder AMR line includes a model for light- to medium-weight payloads up to 550 kg and another for heavy payloads up to 1400 kg. With a renewed vision that aims to seamlessly integrate advanced robotics into manufacturing and logistics environments, Rethink Robotics announces the Rethink Ryder line of AMRs at…

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Rethink Robotics Launches Detachable Mobile Manipulator Robot at IMTS 2024

September 6, 2024 The Rethink Riser mobile manipulator robot (MMR) allows a single AMR to serve multiple stationary cobot applications. Announcing a major relaunch and rebranding, Rethink Robotics returns to IMTS, unveiling a full portfolio of new robotics products, including seven Rethink Reacher cobots, its Rethink Ryder AMR line, and the Rethink Riser MMR. Combining…

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Enhancing Food and Beverage Manufacturing with Motion Control

September 9, 2024 Reliability in automation motion control is crucial for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), directly influencing machine efficiency and production costs Key factors of motion control, such as servo position accuracy, trajectory repeatability, and system efficiency are essential for maintaining high performance and competitiveness. OEMs must balance the addition of advanced features with profitability,…

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Ontario and New Jersey Sign Agreement to Boost Trade and Investment

September 9, 2024 New agreement promotes deeper cross-border collaboration to drive economic growth On September 8, Ontario and New Jersey finalized a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at boosting cross-border trade and investment, promoting greater economic collaboration and creating good-paying jobs on both sides of the border. The MOU was signed by Premier Doug…

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ABB Motion, CIP Safety™ Module Enables ABB Drives

September 9, 2024 ABB introduces its CIP Safety™ FSCS-21 Function Module compatible with its ACS380 (Machin-ery), ACS580 (General Purpose) and ACS880 (Industrial) series of drives. Certified by TUV, this easy-to-use, compact plug-in safety module enables seamless integration of ABB drives into a CIP Safety™ network with any CIP Safety™ PLC. The module features two built-in…

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igus® Cable Carriers Promote Efficiency in Autonomous Hospitality Robot

September 6, 2024 igus® has supplied its E2.10 series of e-chain® plastic cable carriers as part of JEEVES, an autonomous robot from Robotise Technologies that can autonomously navigate its environment and replace up to 300 hotel minibars. Constructed from high-performance plastics, the igus® cable carriers are critical to the robot’s performance, guiding the system’s energy and data…

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FANUC America Establishes $1M Scholarship Fund with SME Education Foundation to Elevate Advanced Manufacturing Skills

September 6, 2024 FANUC’s Automation Endowed Scholarship Fund provides $50K Annually to Support North American Manufacturing Careers. FANUC America, a global leader in industrial automation and robotics, proudly announces the establishment of the FANUC Automation Endowed Scholarship Fund in collaboration with the SME Education Foundation. As the largest automation scholarship in SME Education Foundation history, this…

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FANUC Canada Opens New State-of-the-Art Automation Facility

September 6, 2024 FANUC is proud to announce the opening of its latest facility in Canada. The new Canadian facility is poised to become a hub for cutting-edge robotics technology. FANUC, one of the leading global providers of robotics and automation solutions, is proud to announce the opening of its latest facility in Canada. FANUC…

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A New Era Begins: Humber College Transforms into Humber Polytechnic

September 6, 2024 By Aaron Rathbone on August 29, 2024 Empowering the future workforce through changing times In late August 2023, Humber set out on an ambitious journey to redefine itself and what post-secondary education could look like in 2030 and beyond. This journey was called Humber Inspired and included discussions with more than a thousand people, including…

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WISER Systems, Launches Gen 2 Extended Range Antennas at IMTS 2024 – The International Manufacturing Technology Show

September 5, 2024 WISER Systems, Inc. proudly unveils its latest innovation, Gen 2 Extended Range Antennas for the ATLAS™ and Locator live positioning systems. These new antennas highlight WISER’s dedication to advancing real-time asset tracking technology. WISER’s state-of-the-art solution, offers precise, wireless location tracking for hundreds to thousands of tagged items in real-time, even in…