August 11, 2023 Q&A With HELU: IP Rating Have you ever looked inside of a computer, cellphone or industrial control panel? If you have, you know that each contains a multitude of fragile electronic parts. Some of them are smaller than a grain of rice. In some cases, you might see a thin, shiny protective…
August 9, 2023 Backfeeding is a physical process that is highly desirable in many applications, such as electric vehicles, for the purpose of energy recovery. However, in an industrial setting, backfeeding can be a problem and lead to costly system downtimes if the power supply units fail. In this blog article you will learn how…
Mod Center is Expanding to Better-Serve Electrical OEMs Across North America August 3, 2023 Noark Electric is a global manufacturer of low-voltage electrical components for industrial applications and their specialties involve motor control and circuit protection products for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). Their entire portfolio of products is designed for ease of manufacturing and assembly. Each…
August 3, 2023 By Krystie Johnston Pilz was delighted to celebrate their 10th anniversary in Canada with staff, partners, customers, and distinguished guests on July 31, 2023. Managing Partners from Germany, Thomas Pilz and Susanne Kunschert, along with Andreas Sobotta, CEO and General Manager of Pilz Canada welcomed everyone to the Yankeelady IV and hosted…
August 2, 2023 The food and beverage industry has long been a major contributor to the global economy, with the sector consistently showing strong growth. In recent years, the sector has undergone rapid technological advancements, leading to the development of new innovations that have dramatically improved the efficiency of food production and distribution. One of…
August 2, 2023 Integrating autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) into your facility can optimize materials transport thanks to the robots’ ability to navigate autonomously, adapt to changing environments, and perform a range of tasks. However, successful AMR implementation requires careful consideration of several key factors: space analysis, floor conditions, and environmental factors, among others. By evaluating…
The introduction of LED and lighting controls forced rapid shifts in how the residential, commercial and industrial sectors addressed their lighting needs. August 1, 2023 Simply put, lighting is changing The introduction of LED and lighting controls forced rapid shifts in how the residential, commercial and industrial sectors addressed their lighting needs. As we look…
July 25, 2023 Collaborative robots, or Cobots for short, can greatly enhance productivity and employee satisfaction by taking over dull, reparative, and dirty tasks that humans would rather not perform. Because these robots are designed to work safely around people, many manufacturers are under the impression that no further safety measures are needed. This is…
July 24, 2023 By Krystie Johnston Schneider Electric launches EcoStruxure Automation Expert V23.0: a new software-centric automation system based on IEC61499 standards, enabling sustainable operations and improved IT and OT integration Schneider Electric has launched EcoStruxure Automation Expert V23.0, an open platform that connects everything in the enterprise, for the Canadian market. EcoStruxure Automation Expert…
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…
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…
July 11, 2023 By Krystie Johnston About WECO WECO has reliably served the electrical market for more than a century. The company originated in Germany in 1921 and was born in the decades that saw electricity adopted into the daily lives of most businesses and homes across North America and much of the world. Technological…
“Enormous Opportunities, Many of Which We Are Still Completely Unaware Of” July 4, 2023 Whether in production, assembly, material handling or logistics, industrial automation is being integrated into more and more processes across all industries and areas of business and it’s changing them from the bottom up. Cables and wires are like a nervous system….
July 3, 2023 By Nikunj Shah, Siemens Industry, Inc., Digital Factory, Motion Control Business In this paper, the author examines the various characteristics of electric drive enclosures labeled NEMA 1 and UL Type 1, detailing the differences and similarities, with an explanation of why the NEMA enclosure rating does not equate to the apparently similar…
Topics in this article include a review of the dynamic drive and software solutions being applied to automotive test stands to address the needs of electric vehicles, including battery, e-powertrain and motor performance June 29, 2023 By James Ellis, Motion Control Business Development Manager, Siemens Industry, Inc. The shift to eMobility in the automotive industry…
June 21, 2023 In a servo system, the choice between a regulated and unregulated power supply is crucial. It can significantly impact the performance, stability, and longevity of the system. For servo systems, it is highly recommended to use a regulated power supply due to the following technical reasons: Voltage Stability: Servo systems require precise…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
