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Editor's Pick
Last Chance: Discover the Best of German Automation in Canada
With 15 exhibitors, this year’s trade show will be the place to see the latest technology releases from leading German companies in the Canadian marketplace. From the latest in AI, machine learning led tools, to solutions in manufacturing, automotive, robotics, building automation, smart city automation, safety, and more. The Exhibition Hall will feature Factory, Logistics, and Process Automation and will be open the entire day to all registered attendees... Read More |
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Featured Article
PS61 Series Pressure Switch from Gems Sensors & Controls
Trash compactors are one way that we can improve the environment by reducing the volume of trash that goes into a landfill. Smaller bags, smaller loads means that dumpsters can hold more trash and smaller loads entering the landfill. This also yields fewer times the dumpster needs to be emptied which equals less use of fuel to dump the load. A pressure switch is needed to monitor the amount of hydraulic pressure in the compactor’s system. As the compactor... Read More |
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Featured Article
Q&A With HELUKABEL: Robotic Dress Packs
Robots are an integral part of the manufacturing industry worldwide to the extent that they are indispensable. In production, robots and cobots frequently encounter each other, working and interacting side by side with humans, but also performing tasks independently. The latest industrial robots move in a three-dimensional space and can therefore perform a wide variety of tasks. In order to ensure optimum system performance, a dress pack... Read More |
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Product News
New K7TM Heater Condition Monitor from Omron Reduces Downtime
Manufacturers seeking to avoid downtime and work-in-progress due to heater failure in industrial ovens, kilns, and metal heat treatment applications can gain peace of mind from a new Omron solution that monitors heater condition with high accuracy on a 24/7 basis. Industry leading automation solution provider Omron Automation Americas recently launched a new heater condition monitor that supports predictive maintenance... Read More |
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SEW-Eurodrive's All-In-One Load Handling Power Combo Is Here!
The MS TVO15 (Donkey) is MAXOLUTION’s Canadian assembled and configured UL/CSA certified Autonomous Guided Vehicle (AGV). It has an impressive load capacity of 500 to 2000 Kg and draws its primary and continuous source of power from an inductive charging line (MOVITRANS®) concealed beneath the floor, which also serves as a navigation route in both dirty and wet environments. In instances where the AGVs needs to... Read More |
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Product News
Type 4X Stainless Steel Junction Box C4XSC Series from Hammond Mfg
Designed for use as a wiring box, junction box, terminal or pull box in indoor or outdoor applications where subject to hose down/precipitation or corrosion. Standards include UL 508A Listed; Type 3, 4X, 12, cULus Listed per CSA C22.2 No 94; Type 3, 4X, 12, complies with NEMA Type 3, 4X and 12 and IEC 60529, IP66. Construction is 14 gauge 304 stainless steel body up to 12"x12"; 12 gauge body when 30"x30" or larger, 14 gauge... Read More |
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PILZ Is Expanding Its Offer for Safe Applications of AGVs
PILZ is expanding its offer for the safe use of automated guided vehicle systems (AGVS): In cooperation with NAiSE GmbH, the expert for material flow automation, the automation company PILZ offers the world's first traffic and order management software for all participants in intralogistics – for humans as well as transport systems. Thanks to precise, real-time localization, NAiSE Traffic can be used to implement AGVS applications... Read More |
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International News from ABB
ABB Signs with Insta to Strengthen Control Systems Leadership in Finland
ABB has signed a channel partner agreement with Insta Automation Oy, an independent specialist in industrial automation and digitalization solutions, to grow its control systems business in Finland. ABB and Insta will work together to strengthen their distribution channels, improve industry knowledge and increase lead generation across many industries, including water, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals and energy. The deal follows a project that ABB.. Read More |
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Name Change Announced
Allied Electronics & Automation Announces Name Change
Allied Electronics & Automation, a trading brand of RS Group plc (LSE: RS1), a global omni-channel provider of product and service solutions, is rebranding as “RS” in Q1 2023. The name change is part of an overall rebranding strategy to establish a better connection across RS Group’s products and services. Having one global RS brand will deliver efficiency, value, and scalability to stakeholders worldwide. “This marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for us... Read More |
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Product Focus
More LUTZE SILFLEX® FBP Control Cable from AutomationDirect
AutomationDirect has added new LUTZE SILFLEX FBP cable options to their existing cut-to-length cable lineup. More 20, 18, 14, and 12 AWG shielded and unshielded cables, an additional 16AWG shielded cable, and a new 10AWG shielded cable option are now available. LUTZE SILFLEX FBP cable is specifically designed to meet all UL and FDA requirements for cabling used in food and beverage facilities. The patent-pending... Read More |
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Explore MENNEKES' Full Range of Disconnect Options
It’s never been easier to upgrade your facility with motor disconnect switches that prioritize sanitation, promote safety and minimize installation time with footprint compatibility. Thanks to an industry-standard mounting pattern, MENNEKES 30A CDS, SPEC Grade and SDS motor disconnects are true drop-in replacements. Offered in non-metallic or stainless steel enclosures, all provide superior functionality and durability in... Read More |
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Product Preview: ElectroCraft Introduces RPE Brushless DC Servo Motors
The ElectroCraft RapidPower Enhanced series (RPE series) is an innovative, new brushless DC (BLDC) motor design that combines performance, flexibility and affordability, offering original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) the perfect platform for a wide range of motion applications. This level of configurability for BLDCs enables the RPE series to be quickly acquired and adapted into an application, shortening the design cycle... Read More |
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Bosch Presents ctrlX OS: Operating System Now Available for 3rd Parties
With the automation toolkit ctrlX AUTOMATION and the principle of the “smartphone for the world of industrial automation”, Bosch Rexroth signaled a paradigm shift in the market back in 2020. In 2021, the leap from an open platform to an industrial partner network was achieved with the ctrlX World. Now Bosch Rexroth is taking the next step as regards freedom and openness: In the past, the real-time-capable, Linux-based... Read More |
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Peers & Profiles
Siemens Turns 175
On October 12, 2022, Siemens is marked its 175th birthday with a celebratory event at the Schaltwerk factory in the Siemensstadt section of Berlin. German Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz, together with numerous guests from the realms of politics, business and academia joined the anniversary event. On October 12, 1847, Siemens started operations as a small factory workshop with ten employees manufacturing pointer telegraphs, in a courtyard tucked away... Read More |
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Danfoss Named 2022 Innovative Star of Energy Efficiency
The Alliance to Save Energy presented Danfoss with the prestigious Innovative Star of Energy Efficiency Award for the company’s efforts to create solutions that decarbonize through energy efficiency. Alliance President, Paula Glover, presented the award to Rick Sporrer, president of Danfoss North America, at the 30th annual Stars of Energy Efficiency Awards Gala at the International Spy Museum in Washington, D.C. on Oct. 4. The event brought together energy... Read More |
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NSK Receives Tribology Technology Award
NSK has received the “Japanese Society of Tribologists (JAST)*1 Technology Award” for new technology improving the durability of bearings by strengthening the rolling elements (steel balls). The award-winning rolling element reinforcement technology is already being used in bearings for automotive transmissions and machine tools, contributing to improved reliability in a wide range of machinery. Moving forward, NSK will continue to draw on its world-class... Read More |
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Featured Video
ABB Access – Your 24/7 Self-Service for ABB Drives, Motors and PLCs
With ABB Access, you can unlock all aspects of your drives, motors or PLCs, from the palm of your hand. Simply scan the QR code on the ABB product to get started. ABB Access helps you easily find up-to-date product online data, documentation, and manuals. If you happen to experience issues with your ABB product, this can be fastly and easily reported online to reach expert support from ABB. Watch the video HERE. |
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Featured Video
Festo Automation Suite
Find out how to commission your complete drive package consisting of servo drive controllers, mechanics, controllers as well as remote IO devices and linked valve terminals extremely easily and super fast in just a few steps using the Festo Automation Suite commissioning software. To download the Festo Automation Suite, and for more details, visit https://www.festo.com/ca/en/ Watch the video HERE. |
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