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Pilz Digital Annual Press Conference 2023 – Safety, Security and Automation

June 14, 2023 By Krystie Johnston 2022: A difficult and positive year Pilz recently presented their annual press conference where the Board of Directors outlined the past 2022 business year and provided an outlook on further economic and technological development within the Pilz Group. 2022 was a disruptive year for many companies, and Pilz was…

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Four Reasons Why Omron’s F440 Is the Perfect Smart Camera for Embedded Applications

June 12, 2023 Many applications in the life science, food and commodity, and other industries require small-form-factor smart cameras to be embedded within a machine. Understandably OEMs with s such needs are looking for smart camera technology that can fit in cramped spaces without sacrificing power or quality.  Omron’s new F440, which is the latest…

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Festo’s Electric Motion Sizing (EMS) – Helping the Automotive Industry Enjoy a Smooth Ride

When a Tier 1 Automotive Supplier in Ontario wanted to manufacture shock absorbers for a leading auto maker, they used Festo’s Electric Motion Sizing software to help them get the job done right. And in record time. June 9, 2023 By Krystie Johnston The Importance of a good suspension A good suspension in your vehicle…

All You Need to Know About Disconnect Switches from ABB

June 1, 2023 Disconnect switches are essential safety devices that play a critical role in electrical circuitry, both in industrial settings and in everyday life. These switches are designed to ensure the safe de-energization of electrical circuits during emergency stoppages, maintenance, or repairs. ABB, a leading global technology company, offers a wide range of high-quality…

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Ahead Of the Curve with Hairpin Production

May 31, 2023 Stamping and forming machine builder Bihler has developed an innovative servo production system for the hairpins used in electric motors. With short cycle times and automated changeover between variants, the system is particularly efficient at producing the bent copper parts in high quantities. For automation and motion control, Bihler relies almost exclusively…

AGILOX in the Limelight at AUTOMATE 2023
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AGILOX in the Limelight at AUTOMATE 2023

May 24, 2023 By Krystie Johnston Who is AGILOX? AGILOX is one of the fastest-growing manufacturers of innovative advanced material handling solutions. Their Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) use a highly sophisticated operating system, “X-Swarm Intelligence,” to navigate warehouses and manufacturing facilities and deliver pallets and supplies without needing a centralized fleet management system. This provides…

Guillevin: Your Trusted Distributor of Breakers and Panels
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Guillevin: Your Trusted Distributor of Breakers and Panels

May 23, 2023 Guillevin is one of Canada’s largest distributors of electrical products. Founded in 1906 by François-Xavier Guillevin in Montreal, Quebec, they have enjoyed considerable expansion to become a leading distributor of electrical materials and products. Growth is something Guillevin is familiar with, and since their founding, they have opened numerous locations across Quebec…

Efficient Power Supplies – An Analysis on Investment for the Future

May 18, 2023 Nico Schepers In the search for a suitably efficient power supply, the costs play a major role, alongside the technical requirements. The focus is often on the initial purchase price, while other potential costs that may be incurred during the operation of the power supply are not taken into consideration. In this…

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Cascades & Rittal: A Greener Environment on Paper

Cascades offers sustainable, innovative and value-added solutions for packaging, hygiene and recovery needs. May 16, 2023 Founded in 1964, Cascades headquartered in Quebec, offers sustainable, innovative and value-added solutions for packaging, hygiene and recovery needs. The company employs approximately 10,000 employees who work in almost 80 facilities in North America. The mission of Cascades is to…

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Endress+Hauser’s Annual Media Conference 2023: Change is the Only Constant

Change was a common theme of the event, as was adjusting to it and rising to the challenge May 15, 2023 By Krystie Johnston Endress+Hauser recently concluded their Annual Media Conference in Basel, Switzerland on April 4th, 2023. Like past media conferences, they reviewed the previous financial year and provided an outlook for the current…

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Cable Solutions for Automotive Manufacturing Plants

May 2, 2023 Automotive manufacturing has changed dramatically over the past several years, driven largely by the shift in production from gasoline to electric-powered vehicles. In 2021, almost 80 million motor vehicles were produced worldwide, which is an increase of around 3 percent, compared with the previous year. Globally, China, Japan and Germany were the…

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Nexii Building Solutions – Reinventing the Way the World Builds

May 1, 2023 By Krystie Johnston Nexii Building Solutions is a green construction company that is reinventing the way the world builds. It designs and manufactures high-performance green buildings and building products that are sustainable, cost-effective, and climate resilient. In this article, we sit down with Zosia Brown, VP of Sustainability, Nexii Building Solutions, to…

Vision Sensors—Use Cases for Industrial Vision in Material Handling (Part 3)

May 1, 2023 Whether it is the adjustment of automated-guided vehicles, the positioning of stack carriers, or the removal control during order picking processes—material handling faces a multitude of challenges. To meet these, Pepperl+Fuchs offers a broad portfolio of vision sensors in material handling. Learn more about three application examples from storage and material handling…

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Omron’s Robotic Solutions: Thousands of Possibilities

April 27, 2023 Robots can improve the productivity of many industries and processes. They can handle a variety of tasks, such as laborious or repetitive work, and can dramatically improve processes in industries such as machine tending, assembly, packaging, and other manufacturing activities. Moreover, they can handle routine operations, allowing employees to perform higher-value tasks….

How To Choose the Right Electrical Transformer?
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How To Choose the Right Electrical Transformer?

April 18, 2023 Are you looking for the transformer that best meets your needs but are hesitating among the different types of products on the market? Guillevin’s experts present the four major families of electrical transformers available, and invite you to explore the different options available to you. How to choose the right electrical transformer? An…