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Welcomes 2023 from Mechatronics Canada
Welcome 2023. Anyone else feel like this year started with a bang? There is a lot happening in the industrial automation space this year, and we are excited to bring you the latest news about what is happening. This digest looks at how businesses can benefit from implementing technologies and improve efficiency, it touches on what is being done to develop the Canadian workforce in STEM careers, and it looks at some interesting uses of technology where you might not think to find them. Enjoy reading! |
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Featured Article: 5G Technology for AMRs
How 5G Technology Can Expand Your Options for Autonomous Mobile Robots
 The world has been abuzz for the past couple of years over the development of 5G (short for “fifth generation”) networks. The topic came up in a recent episode of an Omron podcast featuring special guest Mike Chen, Omron’s Senior Director of Solutions and Technology Development, and he provided insights into how 5G technology for AMRs could transform automation. One thing that came to mind immediately was the Omron autonomous mobile robot solution... Read More |
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Featured Article: Canada’s Future Work Force
Festo Didactic at the Forefront of Developing Canada’s Future Work Force
 With Canadian manufacturing suffering from a growing labour shortage, the participation of industry in skills development is emerging as a vital component in hiring and retention. The needs are stark: The Canadian Exporters and Manufacturers Association says almost 40% of its members have jobs they can’t fill. Five years from now, 60% expect to be short-staffed, especially when it comes to skilled trades. This growing shortage is affecting companies of all sizes... Read More |
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Arieltech’s Heater Series Line, New CSA Approved
Arieltech’s Heater Series Line was recently CSA Approved. Products from Arieltech as made in Canada and include climate control solutions such as Arieltech Thermostats, Hygrostat, Fan Filters, Exhaust Filters, Heaters, Thermoelectric Cooling Units and Air Conditioning systems increases the life of sensitive electronic equipment inside of control panels and electrical enclosures, preventing ongoing maintenance... |
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Peninsular Hydraulic Cylinders from AutomationDirect
AutomationDirect proudly enters the hydraulic components market with the addition of quality Peninsular hydraulic cylinders to their comprehensive line of automation products. These double-acting cylinders are interchangeable with other popular brands of NFPA hydraulic cylinders, offered with bore sizes from 1-1/2 to 4 inches, stroke lengths up to 24 inches, and tapped end caps for mounting accessories... |
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Softing Inc. Connects Rockwell PLCs to PostgreSQL Databases
Softing Inc. announces tManager™ for PostgreSQL delivering streamlined connectivity between Rockwell PLCs and PostgreSQL databases. tManager is one of many connectivity solutions offered by Softing including OEM engineering development toolkits, PLC in-chassis connectivity modules, DIN rail gateways, server-based connectivity solutions and a vast array of industry leading OPC UA solutions. tManager is... |
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Omron to Unveil New Systems at IPC Apex Expo 2023
Omron Automation Americas will introduce two new AOI systems at IPC Apex 2023 in San Diego: the VT-Z600 and VT-S1040. Its inspection systems use advanced hardware and sophisticated image processing to deliver exceptional reliability and performance at production speeds. The VT-Z600 is Omron’s fastest pre/post reflow AOI system. It features multi-direction and multi-color (MDMC) illumination to achieve... |
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Peers & Profiles
60 Years of Excellence as A Technical Distributor in Automation
 Proax Technologies is proud to announce that they are celebrating 60 years of serving the automation market! Industrial Automation has become an essential part of all manufacturing and Proax is well positioned to enable all industries to drive sustainable business growth through automation. Over the years, Proax has invested heavily in growth, with multiple acquisitions and new territory openings. They are continuing to look for opportunities to grow... Read More |
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ABB Provides Power Management System for BHP’s Jansen Potash
 ABB has been selected by BHP to deliver a power management system for the Jansen Potash Project in Canada, which will provide nutrient-rich potash fertilizer to enable more sustainable farming globally. The global resource company is progressing the US $5.7 billion Jansen Stage 1 Potash Project which is expected to achieve first production in late 2026. The order includes ABB Ability™ System 800xA Power Control Library, a digital application to monitor industrial... Read More |
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Named Atrium in The Barrett Centre for Technology Innovation
 Bob Barrett is the president and CEO of Polytainers and founded the Barrett Family Foundation along with his wife, and his daughters, Kim and Rebecca. The Barrett family are long-standing donors to the college supporting student scholarships, skills mentorship and the latest equipment and technology at the Barrett CTI on Humber’s North Campus. “We’re proud to be formally acknowledging Polytainers and the incredible support Humber has received. We are... Read More |
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Customer Experience Centre wins Rethinking Future Award
 The 47,000 sq. ft. Customer Experience Centre established a new sustainability standard for the family-owned, Swiss-based, industrial process measurement and analysis company’s global portfolio of facilities. The centre, official inaugurated last May, also is the first privately owned project in Canada to pursue both ZCB Certification and LEED Gold simultaneously. It recently attained that ZCB Certification, demonstrating that it has achieved zero carbon operations... Read More |
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PITmode Fusion from PILZ
The best gate safeguard or access control is worthless if unauthorized access to your machine is possible via the network. A holistic safety concept is required here, that takes both machinery safety and industrial security into account. Should any security gaps emerge, loss of quality and unplanned downtimes are two of the possible scenarios. So, it is all the more important to protect plant and machinery such that... |
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PIANO from PULS
The product family PIANO is designed for users who need reliable, easy-to-use and cost-effective DIN rail power supplies. The focus of the PIANO product family is on the basic functions without making compromises on PULS’ renowned qualities: efficiency, lifetime, reliability and small size. Additional and more complex features – such as power reserves – were deliberately omitted. This allows a cost-oriented... |
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Nidec Launches Robot Cameras for Hobbing and Broaching Machines
Nidec Machine Tool Corporation announced recently that it has launched Robot Camera SPEED, visual inspection equipment for cutting tools (hobbing machines) to process gears and other components, and Robot Camera MAX, visual inspection equipment for broaching machines. These Robot Cameras use a digital camera to automatically shoot images of cutting tools’ edges at a high speed and with high accuracy... |
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ABB Robots Increase Material Handling on EV Battery Production
ABB is adding two new robot families to its portfolio of large robots for complex manufacturing applications. Delivering enhanced speed, accuracy, flexibility, and a more robust design including integrated process cabling, ABB’s IRB 5710 and 5720 robots deliver increased productivity and enhanced performance with higher uptime for applications including electric vehicle (EV) manufacture, foundry, forging, rubber... |
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Featured Video: Hygienic Manufacturing Processes
Featured Video: Hygienic Manufacturing Processes
 To remain competitive, today's food industry must meet even higher standards in terms of hygiene, efficiency and digitalization. Industry professionals need answers to questions: What type of control cabinet can I install in the individual hygiene areas? How can I reduce the CO2 emissions? How can I ensure reliable and continuous traceability of data? How do I massively reduce my energy costs? Rittal solutions for this industry provide the ideal basis for this. Watch the video HERE. |
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Featured Video: Transform World-Class Venues
Gala Systems and Siemens Canada Transforms Steinmetz Hall
 Transform World-Class Venues. Gala Systems is an OEM, Headquartered in Quebec, Canada. They are the world’s largest manufacturer of under-stage equipment and a leader in automated multipurpose halls. Since 1980, Gala Systems has completed installations of remarkable electromechanical systems at more than 1,750 public assembly and performance venues in 65 countries. Transform World-Class Venues with Siemens Canada. Watch the video HERE. |
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