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Editor's Pick
The New Eplan Platform 2023: Simply More Speed in Engineering
The new Eplan Platform 2023 is streamlining and accelerating project planning with new cloud-based device management and multi-standard support for schematic macros. This means that users can get results more quickly – especially when working on international projects – due to the simplified device data management system while... Read More |
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Acquisition
Accenture Completes Acquisition of Eclipse Automation
Accenture has completed its acquisition of Eclipse Automation, a provider of customized manufacturing automation and robotics solutions headquartered in Cambridge, Ontario, Canada. Terms of the transaction, which Accenture announced on July 21, 2022, were not disclosed. Eclipse Automation creates automated manufacturing systems to produce sophisticated products for life sciences, industrial equipment, automotive, energy and consumer... Read More |
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Standing Strong
Celebrating 100 years in Canada
Siemens has played an impressive role over the past 110 years in shaping the technological evolution of Canada. Unlike many other companies, it has successfully grown and overcome many challenges and crises. Playing an active role in shaping the future has always been a major goal. Discover Siemens’ Canadian technological milestones that have revolutionized a broad range of industries, as we take you on a trip through Siemens history. Read More |
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Hazloc Considerations
RFID in Explosion-Hazardous Areas: Three Examples from the Field by Pepperl+Fuchs
RFID: Noncontact identification based on radio waves is considered a versatile technology and one of the keys to production environments based on the Industry 4.0 principle. The range of applications is by no means limited to discrete manufacturing—RFID is also becoming increasingly popular in process plants due to... Read More |
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Affects of Temperature
DIN Rail Power Supply Units: How the Service Lifetime Is Determined by The Temperature
As a system engineer, it is important to have a reliable and long-lasting power supply on which you can rely. Failure of the unit after a short time is annoying, costly and time consuming. The minimum lifetime of power supplies is determined by the lifetime of the electrolytic capacitors. The warmer it is, the faster the... Read More |
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Featured Video 1
Service & Efficiency Consulting, the Rittal way!
Rittal walks your through the 4 stages in Service & Efficiency Consulting: -Efficiency Analysis -Recommendations -Switchover -Maintenance Contracts. Learn more at: www.rittal.ca/service, and Save Energy, Cut Costs, Reduce Co2 and Achieve Sustainability! Act today with one of our service plans or free efficiency checks! Watch the video HERE. |
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F&B Considerations
Controlling Dangerous Bacteria in Food & Beverage Processing Operations
Portable food processing, packaging, and conveyance equipment, allow companies the fl exibility to adjust food processing lines to maximize process efficiency and throughput. The key to portability is the ability to delivery power to delivery flexible electrical power through portable electrical cord and NEMA locking plugs or Pin & Sleeve, connectors... Read More |
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Cloud Manufacturing
Closing the IT/OT Gap: Adapting to Change Through Cloud Manufacturing
While digitalization has become a crucial goal across sectors, the application of digital solutions in manufacturing comes with added complications. Given the material nature of industrial process assets and equipment, the emphasis for manufacturing investment has still been predominantly hardware based, with upgrading plant machinery essential to... Read More |
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Upcoming Webinar
Littelfuse to Host Electrical Safety Webcast on September 22
Littelfuse, Inc. invites plant engineers, facility managers and maintenance and safety professionals to join its electrical safety webcast on Thursday, September 22, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. Central Time. Shock protection in the workplace can come in many forms but is most effective when implemented by design. This presentation will focus on a specific... Read More |
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Be Sure to Watch
Pilz Automation Days 2022
If you missed the Pilz Automation Days 2022, not to worry. You can request a recording of their presentation below. Functional safety standards are in a transition phase. IEC 62061 was republished in 2021, ISO 13849-1 is expected in the summer of 2022. How will this affect the design of safety-related control systems and compliance with the Machinery... Read More |
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Product News
Keep Your Distance and Stay Safe! New MP8000 Bluetooth Enabled Overload Relay from Littelfuse
Introducing the Revolutionary New MP8000 Bluetooth Enabled Overload Relay. This smart, universal relay can communicate directly with your smart phone via Bluetooth. No need to open the control panel. Monitor and control unlimited relays through the Littelfuse App on the smartphone you already own from... Read More |
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Support for a Sustainable Circular Economy: Recycling Robot Tackles Electrical Waste
Because of mercury and other gases, as well as sharp-edged parts, it's dangerous for people to dismantle LCD screens and monitors. To handle the process and eliminate the hazards, the Irish technology company Votechnik developed an automated application with a KUKA KR QUANTEC industrial robot at its core. The cell... Read More |
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Product News
WAGO: 852-1813/010-001 Industrial ETHERNET Switch
The configurable 852-1813/010-001 Industrial ETHERNET Switch features eight 10/100/1000BASE-T ports that all support Power over Ethernet (PoE+) at 30 W, and has two 100BASE-FX/1000BASE-LX/SX/ZX SFP ports (SFP modules are available as an option). All eight PoE+ ports can be operated simultaneously (PoE power budget: 24 VDC... Read More |
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Boost Machining and Programming Efficiency with New Digitalization Suite
FANUC America recently introduced the next step in end-to-end digitalization tools for machine shops with the new NC Reflection Studio. The advanced software allows for complex program creation, troubleshooting and editing while simulating the cutting process. NC Reflection Studio uses machine models from the machine... Read More |
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Product News
Factory Drive Recorder from Omron
The Omron Factory Drive Recorder offers users the ability to optimize their machine troubleshooting and minimize the time it takes to solve problems in the field through the combination of Omron Industrial Cameras and the easiest to use Event Capture Software on the market. The Omron Factory Drive Recorder combines Omron’s incredibly robust and... Read More |
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Coming Soon: Linear Position/Tilt Sensor Combo from POSITAL
Coming soon! POSITAL’s LINARIX family of linear sensors will soon include a new series of draw-wire position sensors with built-in inclinometers (also known as tilt sensors). These combo sensors will be available with an extension range of up to 8 meters (25 ft) plus one- or two-axis tilt measurement. IP69K-rated housings and seals will be available to... Read More |
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Product News
Phoenix Contact: New Narrow Surge Protective Devices for MCR Technology
Two product versions have been added to Phoenix Contact’s portfolio of narrow surge protective devices for MCR technology with an overall width of just 6 mm. With TTC-6P-2x2 and TTC-6P-4x1, items are now available for protecting both analog and digital 4-conductor applications. Both product versions feature a modular design. They consist... Read More |
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LAPP’s New Data Cable Monitoring Device Simplifies Preventative Maintenance
LAPP has introduced its ETHERLINE GUARD data monitoring device for data cables. This compact, easy-to-use unit lets users carry out maintenance measures on data cables according to their actual condition and performance — to avoid unexpected failures. Although LAPP ETHERLINE Industrial Ethernet (IE) cables are durable and long-lasting... Read More |
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Looking Global
Just Like Before, Only Better! An International Application by WAGO
High-rise buildings in France, tunnels in Switzerland, prestressed concrete ceilings in Germany – one source of their stability is wire products from Kehl in Baden-Württemberg. Badische Drahtwerke GmbH (BDW) supplies reinforcing steel mesh, reinforcement cages, lattice girders and many other rebar and reinforcement products to the region... Read More |
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Changing Scene
JMP Parent Company, CONVERGIX Acquires AGR Automation, Expanding Global Reach
Convergix Automation Solutions has completed the acquisition of AGR Automation (“AGR”), a UK-based provider of custom, high-performance automation design and systems integration primarily to the life sciences industry. Following Convergix’s acquisitions of JMP Solutions in August 2021 and Classic Design in February 2022, AGR marks the third... Read More |
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Honeywell Appoints Robin Watson To Board Of Directors
Honeywell has recently announced that its board of directors has elected Robin Watson, 55, former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of John Wood Group PLC, to its board of directors as an independent director. Watson was appointed CEO of Wood in 2016 after serving as both chief operating officer and an executive member of the Wood Group Board of... Read More |
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For Better Future
EY Canada Acquires Sustainability Consulting Firm, AFARA
EY Canada is pleased to welcome AFARA and its team of multidisciplinary consultants to the firm to deepen existing resources and expertise in sustainability, and environment, social and governance (ESG) services. “Businesses around the world are now embracing societal change and sustainable development as road maps to long-term success... Read More |
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Featured Video
Terminal blocks with Push-X technology
Now available: The newest milestone in connection technology. Cross into the next dimension of connecting with Push-X terminal blocks. A simple push completes connections for simple, effortless terminations that will save both time and effort. Watch the video HERE. |
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In Case You Missed It
SmartBag Grouping is Live at YVR
Brock Solutions is happy to announce that SmartBag Grouping has successfully gone live at Vancouver International Airport. SmartBag Grouping provides YVR a tool for managing their Manual Early Bag Storage. The tool uses real-time data and allows users to create groups for baggage based on criteria such as time, flight, and airline. Critical information is Read More |
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