• Mazak to Unveil New and Expanded Product Lines at IMTS 2024

    Mazak to Unveil New and Expanded Product Lines at IMTS 2024

    At IMTS 2024 (September 9-14) in booth 338300, Mazak will showcase its ongoing commitment to continuous innovation in machine tool technology, automation and digital solutions designed to help manufactures do more and make more. Must-see technology for job shops, Multi-Tasking, advanced manufacturing and high-production will be featured in live demonstrations processing real-world industry-specific parts. Mazak’s…

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Strong guard locking. Small and simple to install.

The new PSENmlock mini safety locking device expands Pilz’s portfolio of safety switches with guard locking. With its compact design of just 30x30x159 mm, PSENmlock mini is ideal for space-critical applications, such as flaps or covers for example. This small safety locking device has a holding force FZH of 1950 N (F1max: 3900 N), providing safe guard locking for personnel protection applications up to PL d, Category 3 (EN ISO 13849-1).

The PSENmlock mini offers a high level of flexibility, with its RFID coded actuator that can be atached from the right, left and front. The bistable guard locking principle guarantees that the last locking state is maintained in the event of power loss.

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No Mess, Less Stress. IDEAL Introduces Yellow 77® in a Spray Version

The newest version of Yellow 77 lubricant maintains the performance of the classic wax-based formula, but now comes in a convenient, easy-to-use aerosol spray format. Beyond the ease of application, another feature that sets the Yellow 77 aerosol apart is its extended stability range. The aerosol is temperature-stable from -17°C to Learn More…


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Maximizing Motor Efficiency: Navigating the Impact of VFDs on Motors

VFD’s are great, but what about the power quality issues they present? Damaged equipment due to differential mode voltage spikes, common mode noise, and high peak voltages due to the reflected wave phenomenon jeopardize productivity and decrease profitability. Moreover, these effects are often difficult to diagnose and extremely problematic for everyday operations. 

Discover the options you can use to reduce these effects and find the right level of motor protection for your application. Learn more


Changing Scene

  • Omron Announces PLC Paramedics as its First Automation System Support System Integrator

    Omron Announces PLC Paramedics as its First Automation System Support System Integrator

    Omron Automation Americas is pleased to announce its collaboration with PLC Paramedics as the first Automation System Support System Integrator under the Authorized System Integrators program. This partnership solidifies PLC Paramedics’ position as a trusted provider of field support and assistance for Omron automation systems, offering migration and upgrades, as well as troubleshooting services. As… Read More…

  • SmartD Innovation Goes Public! Test Their Game-Changing VFD Technology for Free

    SmartD Innovation Goes Public! Test Their Game-Changing VFD Technology for Free

    SmartD Technologies is thrilled to announce that Innovation Solution Canada has selected SmartD to have their revolutionary variable frequency drive (VFD) technology tested by public and governmental institutions across Canada! This is your chance to deploy and experience the future of motor control, test their Game-Changing VFD Technology for Free! What is SmartD’s Innovation? They have… Read More…



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Leverage NOARK Electric’s Enclosed Breaker Panels

Noark’s Enclosed Breakers combine a UL Listed enclosure with our M Series Molded Case Circuit Breakers and neutral terminals, when required for 4 wire systems.

Features include:

  • Complies with UL489 and CSA C22.2 No.5 standards.
  • Available with current ratings up to 600A at 600Vac in three Nema rated enclosure types – Nema Type 1, Nema Type 12, and Nema Type 3R.
  • Useful wherever a feeder or branch circuit breaker must be mounted independently.
  • Suitable for Service Entrance as outlined in the National Electric Code and Canadian Electrical Code.

If you’re interested in exploring how NOARK’s Enclosed Breakers can improve your power systems, contact a NOARK representative to learn more.

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The next generation of MV circuit breakers

With native digital connectivity, EvoPacT medium voltage circuit breakers are integrated with embedded sensors for 24/7 predictive health monitoring, helping data and controls become visible locally or remotely for increased efficiency and reduced risk.

Designed to be modular and flexible, EvoPacT can be easily scaled and upgraded to accommodate your growing needs. EvoPacT includes scalable connectivity, IoT and an HMI that enables remote digital operation from outside of the arc flash zone.

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Compact Controller 100 – Maximum Freedom of IoT Applications

WAGO’s Compact Controller 100 is a full-fledged IIoT device with gateway functionality. As an all-in-one PLC with a variety of built-in I/O for smaller applications, it combines the requirements of two different domains within one device.

  • CODESYS 3.5 Programmable environment
  • Real-time Linux operating system
  • Removable wiring interface providing advantages for installation and commissioning.

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Latest Articles

  • Accelerate Production Without Sacrificing Flexibility and Quality

    Accelerate Production Without Sacrificing Flexibility and Quality

    Pharmaceutical and biopharma companies looking to improve quality and compliance need modern, digital solutions that can evolve with their needs. The goal is a solution that provides greater visibility and real-time insight that can help improve quality and compliance. This is especially true for companies that must properly handle thermo-sensitive material. Those that rely on… Read More…

  • ABB’s Expansion Joint System Helps Expand Sustainable Transportation Possibilities

    ABB’s Expansion Joint System Helps Expand Sustainable Transportation Possibilities

    ABB is proud to have designed and produced the expansion joint system used on the Champlain Bridge section of the REM, Montreal. Canada is considered to have one of the best developed infrastructures in the world, making it attractive for businesses, technology and international trade. Investments in infrastructure projects and community improvements are helping ensure… Read More…


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VeriSafe 2.0 – Absence of Voltage Testing

Safety is everything. So, being sure the power is off before you open electrical equipment and start handling matters. But how can you be safe and be sure the circuit is de-energized? What if the only acceptable method is a complex testing process that potentially exposes you to the very danger you’re trying to avoid? Panduit introduces a new solution – absence of voltage testers (AVTs) – to prove that the power is off.

Panduit’s Safety Business is focused on innovating groundbreaking new electrical safety technology that reduces risk, increases safety, and helps industry leaders achieve operational goals.

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Innovation Talk: Robotics Day

Industrial robots play a key role in the future of smart manufacturing and smart factories. However, robotics deployments must be coupled with digitization and advanced automation to help solve manufacturers production, flexibility, and sustainability challenges. 

Machine builders (OEMs) can create value by equipping machines with automation and digitization, enabling both machines and robots to be more connected and data driven.

Due to a change in scheduling, the planned event in Montreal will now take place on Thursday, March 14. Registration for the Montreal event will close on March 11.

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Siemens Canada: Automate The Future Tour 2024

Automate the Future Tour is coming to a city near you soon. This cross-Canada tour showcases the latest in manufacturing and process technologies. Explore all aspects of factory automation, motion, and process automation– from the hardware and software that drive it, the newest technologies, and fully integrated solutions – that can transform your operations to win in this highly competitive market…

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Product News

  • Mouser: DISPLAY VISIONS EA HMI 4.3″ Modbus RTU/TCP Touch Panel Displays

    Mouser: DISPLAY VISIONS EA HMI 4.3″ Modbus RTU/TCP Touch Panel Displays

    DISPLAY VISIONS EA HMI 4.3″ Modbus RTU/TCP Touch Panel Displays expand a classic control unit in a control cabinet with a color display and inclusive touch. Thanks to edge computing, even complex and visually appealing screen layouts can be easily implemented. Program control tasks via USB, LAN, or RS485 and connect the desired HMI displays via… Read More…

  • Polycase: New IP-Rated HP Series Enclosures

    Polycase: New IP-Rated HP Series Enclosures

    The goal for Polycase was to provide a cost-effective solution for outdoor applications that require waterproof protection, without compromising quality. Listening to what customers value most, the team at Polycase designed the HP Series – prioritizing the essentials needed like a continuous gasket and waterproof ratings while forgoing some of the enhancements you would find on Polycase’s other… Read More…


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