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Editor's Pick
Good communication is paramount in every business; it is the lifeblood of many systems. Keep your operations running smoothly with good communication: from the cables that run data, to the devices that connect them, to the software that makes it all easy to understand. This digest looks at the path to the future by exploring PROFINET and PROFIBUS, and the connections they make that keep industry moving smoothly. It also looks at the most recent products and news stories that are impacting industry today in Canada and around the world. Enjoy reading!
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The Choice Between Them
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PROFIBUS vs. PROFINET: Path to the Future
PROFIBUS, established in 1989, is a veteran serial Fieldbus, while PROFINET represents the Industrial Ethernet protocol, a future-proof solution. Both standards emerge from the same organization, PROFIBUS and PROFINET International, yet their characteristics markedly differ. PROFIBUS and PROFINET boast distinct characteristics and benefits. The choice between them hinges on your facility’s current status and future...
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Navigating Industrial Landscape
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The World of Industrial Ethernet Switches
In the ever-evolving industrial landscape, robust communication infrastructure is crucial. Industrial Ethernet switches are at the core of this, bridging modern communication systems effortlessly. They go beyond merely connecting devices; they ensure seamless, real-time interactions in challenging environments, upholding operational continuity and security. In an era where data is king, the speed of data transmission...
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Sponsored Content
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Cooling System Failure Solved with Cost-Effective VFD
A national delivery company in Ontario, Canada faced a critical issue in one of its warehouses where the cooling system had failed. The failure impacted the productivity of the warehouse sorting process, as the workers in the area were affected by the temperature change. The customer reached out to Wesco for a solution.
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Omron Advances Panel Solutions with MY-GS-R Relay
Industry automation solutions provider Omron Automation Americas adds advancements to its’ panel solutions with the new MY-GS-R relay. This addition allows users to verify the operational state accurately, while encompassing the other key features such as vibration resistance, reduced wiring times, and unified component dimensions. This relay can be integrated in broad industries with a variety of...
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New ABB ACS180 All-Compatible Machinery Drives
ABB is introducing the ACS180 machinery drive to the Canadian market. The newest entry in ABB’s low voltage AC drives portfolio, the ACS180 provides user-friendly, reliable, and energy-efficient motor and process control, keeping systems running smoothly while saving time and money over the product’s lifecycle. The ACS180, which is part of ABB’s all-compatible drives portfolio, is designed with machine....
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EM511: the Single Phase Energy Analyser Series
Carlo Gavazzi Automation, the international electronics group with activities in the design, manufacture and marketing of electronic equipment, now presents the new EM500 series 1-phase energy analyser. The EM511 is a bidirectional 1-phase energy meter with a backlit 9-digit display and 0.001 kWh resolution. Its energy measurement is bi-directional, thus enabling the separate measurement of imported...
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DIN Rail Mounted Enclosures 1597DIN Series
Suited for housing electronics for DIN rail mounted devices, Hammond’s 1597DIN series cases include a built-in DIN rail mounting mechanism and snap-together housings for easy assembly, no tools required. Key features include: ideally suited for housing electronics for DIN rail-mounted devices. Applications include: industrial drives and controls, automation, HVAC, and IoT. Mounts to standard symmetrical...
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Guillevin Experts Can Help
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All About Outdoor Fiber Optic Cable
Outdoor fiber optic cables meet many needs, and are suitable for all types of installations, whether residential, commercial or industrial. What type of outdoor cable should you choose from among the different types of size and use according to your needs? Guillevin’s experts can help. Looking to install outdoor fiber optic cable for a residential, commercial, or industrial project? Wondering what type of fiber optic cable...
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Phoenix Contact’s 100 Years Celebration
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Phoenix Contact’s 100 Years Celebration
Phoenix Contact recently hosted a memorable event for their customers, partners, and staff in Niagara Falls in honour of their 100th anniversary. The celebration kicked off on October 18th at their headquarters in Milton, Ontario, where guests were given a tour of their facility and their latest innovations. This event provided an opportunity for everyone to chat one-on-one with their team and discover exciting insights...
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Murrplastik Two-Piece Flex Split Conduit
AutomationDirect has added EWT-PA series flexible, non-metallic, two-piece split conduit from Murrplastik. This flex split conduit provides an easy solution for routing pre-terminated cables, eliminating the need to dismantle/reassemble the installed connectors. The EWT-PA series conduit consists of dual overlapping tubes that are easy to open yet provide mechanical protection and eliminate...
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Perforex Milling Terminal MT S
Perforex Milling Terminal MT S speeds up lead times during mechanical machining of the smallest enclosures and panels up to a large enclosure. Hole-drilling, thread-tapping and cut-outs in all machinable materials such as steel, stainless steel, aluminum, copper and plastic. Profitability and process acceleration from a batch size of just one. Automated solutions for mechanical machining?...Sure!
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Pilz Safety Distance Calculator
When a Safety Light curtain is required to protect a machine, the correct mounting distance of safety light curtains is just as crucial as the resolution for the proper protection and performance of the system. The mounting distance calculation is specified in the EN ISO 13855 standard. The standard defines the human approach speed in different scenarios and the calculation uses factors including the stop...
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WAGO’s New Basic Controller 100 Joins I/O System
WAGO’s new Basic Controller 100 joins the WAGO-I/O-System. Programmed with CODESYS 3.5 engineering software, they can be configured using web-based management with most any browser and are ideal for large volume and price sensitive control applications. Optimum performance and availability: Thanks to their ultra-high performance, low power consumption, numerous interfaces...
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- Governments of Canada and Ontario finalize agreement with Umicore
The Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario are welcoming an investment from Umicore Rechargeable Battery Materials Canada Inc. to build a new manufacturing plant in Loyalist Township. The facility will manufacture cathode active materials (CAM) and precursor cathode active materials (pCAM), critical components for producing electric vehicle (EV) batteries. The envisioned project, with a total cost envelope...
- SICK and Endress+Hauser Want to Join Forces in Process Automation
German sensor company SICK and Swiss measurement and automation technology specialist Endress+Hauser want to intensify their cooperation. Both companies are aiming for a strategic partnership for SICK’s process automation business segment and have signed a joint memorandum of understanding. By bundling their strengths, the companies are striving to provide even better support for their customers in important...
- Noark Electric Sparks Excitement at ADM in Toronto
Noark Electric, a leading provider of electrical components and solutions, is all set to showcase its cutting-edge products in booth 1328 at the upcoming Advanced Design and Manufacturing (ADM) Expo in Toronto from November 7th-9th. Whether you’re a Distributor, OEM, or a professional in the industry, this trade show promises to be an engaging event you won’t want to miss. See what Noark Electric has in store for its visitors!...
- Hammond Power Solutions Reports Third Quarter 2023 Results
Hammond Power Solutions Inc., a leading manufacturer of dry-type transformers, power quality products and related magnetics, has announced its financial results for the third quarter 2023. “The third quarter saw continued strong demand across our portfolio of products and services resulting a record quarterly revenue for the Company. Demand was driven by our custom power units that serve renewable and data center..."
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Featured Video
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Smart Production Solutions 2022: Connectors
In today’s world, electricity is king! Nothing in production works without it. Machines and systems need reliable, easy to install and safe to operate power. Murrelektronik offers a solution with their MQ15 family of power connectors. With the MQ15, a ¼-turn is all that is needed to create a secure, IP67 rated connection. This innovative quick-connect system reduces assembly time for installation, service and maintenance by up to 80%!
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Featured Video
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Siemens: Transform the Everyday
Siemens: Transform the Everyday. The clock is ticking. So let’s make big changes and leverage technology to transform the everyday by combining both the real and digital worlds. It’s time to make our cities more livable, design and produce innovative solutions faster and make transportation more sustainable. Start your transformation journey now.
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