October 9, 2024 Author: Darrell Taylor The other day I performed a Google search for ‘How to detect an air leak’. Not surprisingly it came up with millions of results to detect leaks, over 18 million in fact. Whether solving the problem in a commercial establishment or a domestic home environment, the majority of search results…
Battery formation is a critical step in the process of producing batteries for electric vehicles. Festo’s EV solutions make this process more efficient, accurate, and optimized. October 10, 2024 By Krystie Johnston Festo is a leading supplier of pneumatic and electrical automation technology, and they are supporting the Canadian automotive industry with innovative products, optimized…
September 30, 2024 Hydrogen (H2) is considered the energy source of the future. It will play a key role in the transition to a sustainable power supply. Pilz is contributing to this transition by optimising the generation of green hydrogen from renewable energy sources such as wind power or photovoltaics as well as the safe…
September 30, 2024 Recent scientific discoveries reported by the Canadian Space Agency expose a chemical process in the atmosphere through which intense wildfires contribute to ozone layer depletion. These discoveries have been made possible by ABB technology on board the SCISAT satellite. Introduction Launched in 2003, the Canadian Space Agency’s SCISAT satellite tracks changes in…
September 30, 2024 By Krystie Johnston Quality cables and connections for photovoltaic (PV) systems are critical to ensure safe and long-lasting setups. HELUKABEL has provided cables, wires, and accessories for infrastructure and energy applications for more than 45 years. Their comprehensive portfolio of products is trusted by manufacturers, installers, and operators of PV systems worldwide…
September 30 2024 The Benefits of an Integrated Platform in Industrial Automation Explore how integrated platforms like Omron’s Sysmac are transforming industrial automation by streamlining operations and enhancing efficiency, productivity, and innovation. Streamlined Program Development and Operations Management Integrated platforms in industrial automation offer unparalleled ease and agility in program development. By consolidating various automation…
September 13, 2024 By Krystie Johnston Canada is undergoing an energy transition to become more sustainable, reduce emissions, and reach net zero targets. Wiser Energy from Schneider Electric is an integral Energy Management System that monitors devices and energy usage in real-time, helping you use electrical energy more wisely in your building. Buildings are the…
September 13, 2024 With the expansion of new and renewable energy, sufficient production is not the only challenge. This energy also needs to be stored. Users will, naturally, want to use the electricity created from solar, wind, or hydropower, even when the specific sources aren’t exactly accessible. Battery storage systems offer a solution for this…
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,…
September 3, 2024 All-in-one platforms can add flexibility to a system integrator’s offerings The COVID-19 pandemic presented system integrators with a unique opportunity to evaluate manufacturer performance during a global disruption. Throughout this period, there have been numerous instances where end users have successfully utilized their diversified supply chains to enhance production by integrating more…
September 3, 2024 A circuit breaker is an electrical safety device designed to protect an electrical circuit from damage caused by excess current. It functions as a switch that automatically interrupts the flow of electricity when it detects a fault, such as an overload or a short circuit, thereby preventing damage to the circuit, appliances, or electrical…
August 27, 2024 Modern electrical systems rely heavily on contactors, to regulate and control power distribution in a variety of applications as they are essential to many operations, such as turning on lights in high-rise buildings, automating processes in state-of-the-art facilities, or starting motors in manufacturing plants. Contactors are electrically controlled switches used to switch an…
August 12, 2024 The dependability and functionality of electronic devices and systems are greatly dependent on power sources in today’s technologically advanced society. Power supply guarantees that electronic equipment, ranging from industrial machinery on factory floors to smartphones in our pockets, receives the precise, consistent, and secure power required for optimal operation. Power supply knowledge…
August 9, 2024 Food producers who use compressed air in their operations can rely on the MS-Series from Festo to ensure compliance with SQF-Certification By Krystie Johnston Festo has a broad portfolio of products and solutions for the food industry. One facet of this offering is their MS-Series compressed air preparation units designed with your…
August 8, 2024 The stringent food safety standards of the FDA’s Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) impact everyone in the U.S. food supply chain, from manufacturers to retailers. For food and beverage processors, preventing contamination necessitates rigorous sanitation protocols to ensure equipment cleanliness at the microbiological level. Enter hygienic design: an approach to enclosure design…
August 6, 2024 By Krystie Johnston SEW-Eurodrive specializes in custom, scalable drive solutions that focus on meeting the needs of customers today – and into the future. SEW-Eurodrive’s decentralized variable frequency drives combine power, communications, integration, and support all-in-one, saving you time and money. They have this and so much more to offer. SEW-Eurodrive has…
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