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Achieving Sustainability with Schneider Electric’s FlexSeT Technology: A Discussion with Michael Lofty
By Elle Bremmer - Schneider Electric recently brought its FlexSeT low-voltage switchboard technology into Canada. Designed with shortened lead times, increased efficiency and reliability in mind, the innovative technology is sure to make its mark in the Canadian electrical industry. We talked with Michael Lofty, Senior Vice President of Power Products...
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Supporting You
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Pilz Services – Safe Premises, for Optimum Protection of Your Staff
CENELEC standards, Machinery Safety Directive, CE conformity… Pilz has perspective in this standards’ jungle. They provide support, from project planning and programming through to documentation and the approvals process. As for drawing up compliant technical documentation for the authorities – you can leave that to Pilz...
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Sponsored Content
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Siemens Canada: Automate The Future Tour 2023
This cross-Canada tour showcases new innovations in manufacturing and process technologies. You will have the opportunity to learn from Siemens industry experts, participate in interactive sessions, and network with peers and like-minded professionals from various fields.
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Automating
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What’s the Best Way to Guard AS/RS with Safety Light Curtains?
Automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS) are a popular way to make storage space usage more efficient and cut down on manual labor. Although these systems also improve safety by eliminating the need for people to manually access shelving, safeguarding is still required to keep people out of hazardous...
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RS Partners With Hammond Manufacturing to Provide Custom Electrical and Electronic Enclosures
RS Group plc offers more than 4,900 fully customizable electrical and electronic enclosures from Hammond Manufacturing, in addition to more than 2,900 supporting products. Enclosures are used to connect and protect two or more electrical and electronic components and devices. They are employed in virtually every commercial and...
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Schunk: MPZ Gripper for Small Components
Introducing the MPZ gripper from Schunk, a small 3-finger centric gripper with base jaws guided on T-slots. The T-slot guidance allows for precise gripping at high moment loads. An air supply via hose-free direct or screw connections allow for a flexible pressure supply in all automated systems. The compact dimensions of the gripper provide...
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Ideal: InSITE BNC Compression Connectors, 90 Degree
Introducing the Inside BNC 90 degree Compression Connectors from Ideal. Installing one-piece compression BNC and right angle connectors just got easier. No more uncertainty when inserting the cable into the connector. No more collapsed center pins. No more wasted connectors and rework time on the job. With the patented InSITE Technology feature...
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SICK: AS30 Array Sensors
SICK has come out with the AS30 sensor arrays. Array sensors operate on the proximity scanning principle. They detect even the smallest edges based on differences in grayscale values within the field-of-view. Positioning of, for example, a paper web based on the web edge or a contrast line is only one of many possible applications. Widths, diameters, and...
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AutomationDirect: IDEM Two-hand Safety Control Panels
AutomationDirect has recently announced the addition of IDEM two-hand safety control panels to their safety products portfolio. Two-hand safety control panels, used with a special control monitoring relay, require an operator to use both hands simultaneously during a hazardous operation. This forces operators to keep their hands on the two...
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OTTO Motors Launches OTTO 600 Midsize Autonomous Mobile Robot and Makes Strides in Software Development
OTTO Motors has recently unveiled its newest AMR, OTTO 600, the toughest and most nimble AMR in its class. With the launch of OTTO 600, OTTO Motors offers an incredibly comprehensive autonomous material handling fleet to the market. OTTO 600 unlocks important new workflows with its ability to move pallets, carts and other payloads...
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KUKA: KMP 600-S diffDrive – New Avenues for Intralogistics
A compact powerhouse meets the highest safety requirements: The new generation of the KMP 600-S diffDrive expands KUKA’s portfolio of mobile platforms. The KMP 600-S diffDrive is fast – up to two meters per second – and equally safe, thanks to laser scanners and 3D object detection. Mobile solutions must meet extremely high...
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Siemens: SIRIUS Motor Starter Packages
Siemens has developed an innovative enclosed line of motor starters using the SIRIUS product family, placing the most advanced motor control technology “in a box.” To compliment their long standing “V” series made-to-order SIRIUS Motor Starters, the 3RE41 line offers a modular approach to ordering and configuring enclosed motor...
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St. Clair College Receives Lab Test Stands Provided by ONYX Engineering Ltd.
Recently, ONYX Engineering Ltd. provided custom Lab Test Stands for the St. Clair College electrical program, helping students build a backplate and wire components. Ask ONYX Engineering how they can build a custom solution for your electrical needs.
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Schneider Electric Appoints Hugo Lafontaine to Lead Its Industry Business in Canada
Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, announces the appointment of Hugo Lafontaine to the position of Vice President, Industry, Canada. Hugo will lead the company’s automation business…
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Siemens Creates New Vertical Market Dedicated to Intralogistics in the U.S.
Siemens recently announced the formation of the new Intralogistics vertical that brings best-in-class material handling thought leadership, hardware automation, software and service solutions to customers in the United States. Siemens is leveraging its broad technology to address the market needs for digital transformation, cybersecurity...
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Hannover Messe 2023: Industrial Transformation – Making the Difference
This is the lead theme for the HANNOVER MESSE from 17-21 April 2023, which will again focus on high-tech and innovative solutions for overcoming global industrial challenges. This year Pilz will provide a varied programme related to “Safety and Industrial Security”, with an expert panel. What does the future hold for machinery safety...
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Featured Video
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GTM Testing and Metrology: Multi-component calibration with maximum precision
We dive into the world of multi-dimensional calibration and take a look behind the scenes at GTM Testing and Metrology GmbH in Bickenbach near Darmstadt. Using PC-based control and precise measurement technology from Beckhoff, they have developed a truly unique calibration device that calibrates not only more precisely, but also fully automatically.
Watch the video HERE
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- RS Group Appoints Simon Pryce as Chief Executive Officer
RS Group plc has recently announced that Simon Pryce is to be appointed to the role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Executive Director effective 3 April 2023. David Egan, currently Acting CEO, will work alongside Simon in his role of Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Simon Pryce is a highly experienced business leader of customer focused, global industrial...
- 3 Decades of Growth and Success in North America
On February 17, 2023 the US-American subsidiary SCHUNK Intec Inc. celebrated an important milestone. “Over the past 30 years, SCHUNK has become a real household name in the American market,” said a proud Henrik A. Schunk. Solutions from SCHUNK can now be found on American production floors in all industries, from the automotive industry to high...
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