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ABB Strengthens Smart Home Technology Portfolio with Acquisition of Eve Systems

July 4, 2023 ABB has announced the acquisition of Eve Systems GmbH, a Munich-based leader of smart home products with operations in Europe and the United States. The transaction will make ABB a leader in smart home products based on Matter and Thread, the new interoperating standard and wireless connectivity technology. The combined offer will…

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The New Wesco: Endless Possibilities

July 4, 2023 Wesco believes life should run smoothly. Every hour, every day, all around the globe. Their people create a world that you can depend on. As a leading global supply chain solutions provider, they use inspiration to drive innovation. Drawing on their unique skills and expertise, they build tangible solutions to transform the…

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WECO Welcomes the 20th Century by Providing Major Infrastructure Projects

July 4, 2023 WECO entered the new century by expanding its reach in Asia, opening its first sales office in Hong Kong in 2006 and a second office in Shenzhen the following year. This new decade initiated the beginning of WECO’s global reach. WECO now had more international reach with its direct access to the…

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Sustainable Automation with Pilz

June 26, 2023 Automation technology helps manufacturing to be more economical and sparing on resources. Safe automation technology from Pilz supports their customers on the road to sustainable production. For a lower failure rate and increased availability and productivity. In short: for a long life for plant and machinery. That’s why Pilz has Industrial Security…

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Omron Honors RS Group as National Partner of the Year

RS Group, the omni-channel industrial solutions provider consistently delivers innovative solutions and exceptional customer service while driving year-over-year (YOY) growth June 26, 2023 The omni-channel industrial solutions provider consistently delivers innovative solutions and exceptional customer service while driving year-over-year (YOY) growth. RS Group was announced by industrial automation solutions provider Omron Automation Americas as its…

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Rockwell Automation Obtains Highest Level Product Security IEC Security Certification

June 22, 2023 Rockwell Automation, Inc., one of the world’s largest companies dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, has announced it has been recognized for achieving Maturity Level 4 of the globally recognized The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC)  62443-4-1 industrial cybersecurity certification, the highest level. Certification of the Rockwell Automation SDL was performed independently by TÜV…

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Nidec and Embraer Announce Joint Venture Agreement to Develop Electric Propulsion System for Emerging Aerospace Industry

June 19, 2023 Japan’s Nidec Corporation and Brazil’s Embraer have announced an agreement to establish a joint venture company, called Nidec Aerospace LLC (hereunder “JV”), to develop Electric Propulsion Systems for the aerospace sector. The transaction combines the complementary synergies and distinct areas of expertise of two world-class engineering companies to spearhead a new era…

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Festo Adding Americas Production Capacity with New Plant in Mexico 

June 19, 2023 Festo’s plant in Monterrey, Mexico to reinforce supply chain Festo is investing $100 million to build a plant in Monterrey, Mexico to reinforce supply chain resilience for key products used in the Americas. It highlights the company’s “Local for Local” philosophy to position it closer to specific markets with great growth potential. …

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Rittal Limited: Recognized as a 2023 Best Workplace in Manufacturing in Canada for the Sixth Year in a Row!

June 8, 2023 Rittal Limited is proud to announce that their organization has been named on the 2023 Best Workplaces in Manufacturing in Canada list, for the sixth year in a row. André Bousette, President, Rittal Limited says, “Rittal is so honoured to obtain this recognition as a Best Workplace in Manufacturing in Canada, especially because…

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Success Story Robert Bosch GmbH

Autonomous Mobile Robots revolutionize intralogistics at Bosch June 6, 2023 In the age of digitalization and automation, companies are looking for innovative solutions to make their logistics processes more efficient and safer. Our Success Story gives us an insight into the world of automated transport systems at Bosch factories. Alexander Balandin, Head of Mobile Robotics,…

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HPS Announces Adrian Thomas as Chief Executive Officer

June 6, 2023 HPS is pleased to announce the appointment of Adrian Thomas as the Company’s next Chief Executive Officer, replacing Bill Hammond who will assume the position of Executive Chairman after 22 years as the CEO. Mr. Thomas will also be appointed to HPS’ Board of Directors. The announcement follows an extensive search process…

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Nidec and Renesas Collaborate on Semiconductor Solutions for Next-Generation E-Axle for EVs

June 5, 2023 Nidec Corporation and Renesas Electronics Corporation have agreed to join forces on the development of semiconductor solutions for a next-generation E-Axle (X-in-1 system) that integrates an EV drive motor and power electronics for electric vehicles (EVs).  Today’s EVs are increasingly adopting the 3-in-1 unit called E-Axle, which integrates a motor, inverter, and…

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FRABA Group Marks a Successful 2022 With Growth in Key Areas

June 2, 2023 The FRABA Group, an internationally recognized leader in industrial position sensors and Wiegand technology, has reported a successful and eventful year in 2022. Overall sales were 45 million Euros ($49 million USD). While this number is lower than the 48 million Euros reported in 2021 (largely because of the divestiture of the…

EXAIR Application Engineer Achieves CCASS Certification for Compressed Air System Management

June 1, 2023 EXAIR offers a great number of tools to assist customers in better understanding the path to improving their processes. Utilizing years of experience working with unique processes and their requirements, EXAIR Application Engineers work directly with customers to diagnose problems and offer guidance on improving their efficiency. With this goal in mind,…

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Nidec Receives “Clarivate Top 100 Global Innovator 2023” Award

May 29, 2023 Nidec Corporation has announced that it has been selected by the UK’s Clarivate Plc, a global information service provider, as a top 100 global innovator for 2023 Since 2012, Clarivate Plc annually gives the “Clarivate Top 100 Global Innovator” award to organizations selected as the top 100 revolutionary companies and institutions leading…

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Susanne Kunschert: Safe Automation for Every Industry

May 29 2023 Safety and Industrial Security – A one stop shop Susanne Kunschert We have shown that there will be extensive normative and legal changes in the field of security, and that the whole of industry is affected. But when we talk with customers and partners, we are currently noticing some uncertainty when dealing…