Author: Krystie Johnston

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Secretary of State Zerucelli Highlights New Government of Canada Measures to Protect, Build, and Transform Canada’s Workforce and Build Canada Strong

October 9, 2025 The world is rapidly changing, and the effect is profound. To meet the challenges of our time, we must build Canada strong. This starts with strength, ambition, and action, right here at home. To these ends, the Honourable John Zerucelli, Secretary of State (Labour), visited the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW)…

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Canada Advances Battery Innovation with Made-in-Canada Technology

October 8, 2025 On October 3, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced an investment of over $22 million in support of eight projects to accelerate battery innovation and production capacity across Canada. By powering electric vehicles and making it easier to incorporate renewable energy into our grids, batteries play an important…

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Daily News | Automotive | Power Distribution & Energy

Canada Installs 157 New Electric Vehicle Chargers for Atlantic Canadians

October 9, 2025 Canada is making it easier for families and businesses to switch to an electric vehicle (EV) by expanding access to EV charging infrastructure across Atlantic Canada. On October 3, Kody Blois, Parliamentary Secretary to the Prime Minister, on behalf of the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced over…

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ITC 101: Understanding IP Ratings for Electrical Enclosures

October 8, 2025 Understanding IP Ratings for Electrical Enclosures Electric and electronic equipment are often exposed to challenging environments where dust, water, or accidental contact can cause failures. To address this, the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) established the Ingress Protection or IP rating system under the IEC 60529 standard. This system provides a clear, standardized method of…

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ABB to Divest Robotics Division to SoftBank Group

October 8, 2025 ABB to Divest Robotics Division to SoftBank Group Ad hoc Announcement pursuant to Art. 53 Listing Rules of SIX Swiss Exchange ABB has announced it has signed an agreement to divest its Robotics division to SoftBank Group Corp. (TSE: 9984, “SoftBank Group”) for an enterprise value of $5.375 billion and not pursue its…

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Peers & Profiles | Industry Insights | Power Distribution & Energy

Aztec is Evolving to Serve You Better

October 8, 2025 Aztec is evolving to serve you better. On November 3, 2025, Dixon, MGM, and Aztec will unite under the Dixon name—bringing together deep industry knowledge, expertise, and a renewed commitment to helping you succeed. This alignment strengthens their ability to: Source Why Aztec is Evolving As your trusted electrical supplier, Aztec is…

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Unifying Automation: The Key to Smarter, Scalable Industrial Systems

October 8, 2025 How a unified architecture transforms productivity, resilience, and future readiness The Hidden Costs of Fragmentation Industrial automation systems often grow into isolated islands of control platforms and industrial protocols. While functional, these setups create inefficiencies, duplicate engineering, capture inconsistent process data, and introduce security vulnerabilities. Maintenance becomes complex, and scaling or integrating…

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Product News | Industry Insights | Motors

Niron Magnetics Changes Game by Breaking Ground on Rare-Earth-Free Magnet Facility

October 6, 2025 Niron Magnetics has broken ground on a new state-of-the-art 1,500-ton-per-year permanent magnet manufacturing facility in Sartell, Minnesota. After nearly a decade of research and development in partnership with the U.S. Department of Energy and the University of Minnesota, Niron Magnetics has successfully created one of the first commercially viable new magnet materials…

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Schneider Electric Unveils New AI Data Centre Reference Designs with NVIDIA

October 6, 2025 Schneider Electric, a leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has announced new reference designs developed with NVIDIA that significantly accelerate time to deployment and aid operators as they adopt AI-ready infrastructure solutions. The first reference design delivers the industry’s first and only critical framework for integrated power management and liquid…

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Product News | General Manufacturing | Oil & Gas | Power Distribution & Energy

Wesgarde Highlights the Advanced MP Series 87 Heavy Duty Marine Rated Circuit Breaker

October 6, 2025 Wesgarde, a national leader in the distribution of electromechanical and electronic power components, is proud to highlight the MP Series 87 Heavy Duty Marine Rated Circuit Breaker, an advanced solution for marine, vehicle, and rugged industrial environments. The switchable high amp circuit breaker features an intuitive manual reset and true On-Off functionality,…

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Festo AI-Powered Pneumatic Cylinder Monitoring Cuts Machine Downtime, Transforming Maintenance from Reactive to Predictive

October 3, 2025 Festo introduces its AI-enabled monitoring and predictive maintenance system Festo AX Motion Insights Pneumatic. AX Motion Insights Pneumatic is a cost-effective, easy-to-use solution for preventing costly unscheduled machine downtime through its monitoring of pneumatic cylinders for wear and anomalies. This AI-based industrial app ensures operations are more reliable, efficient, and ultimately more…

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Product News | Advanced Motion Products | Building Controls | General Manufacturing | Power Distribution & Energy

Weekly Time Relay Type TMRTC and Astronomical Time Relay Type TMAST from LOVATO

October 2, 2025 LOVATO Electric expands its range of modular time relays with two new models featuring with an integrated Real Time Clock (RTC) with backup battery and NFC connectivity for programming. TMRTC is the new weekly time relay, designed to control relay output activation at user-programmable time intervals based on the day and time of the week.It is used…

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Peers & Profiles | Motor Control | Motors

ABB Unveils New Brand Architecture for NEMA Motors Division

October 2, 2025 ABB Unveils New Brand Architecture for NEMA Motors Division ABB, a global leader in electrification and automation, has executed a bold new brand architecture for its NEMA Motors* Division, introducing a dual-brand product strategy that distinctly positions its product offerings while leveraging the combined strengths of ABB and ABB Baldor-Reliance. This strategic…

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IPD Connectors: The Future of Tool-Free Power Distribution

September 30, 2025 When it comes to reliable, efficient power distribution in challenging industrial environments, IPD (Installation Power Distribution) connectors represent a revolutionary leap forward in connectivity technology. At Proax, they understand that modern industrial installations demand solutions that combine speed, reliability, and versatility – exactly what IPD connectors deliver. As part of their comprehensive connectors…

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Cloud Computing vs Edge Computing: Driving Predictive Maintenance, Remote Diagnostics, and Device Safety

September 30, 2025 Cloud computing and edge computing are reshaping how industrial organizations manage connected devices, analyze data, and maintain operations. While both architectures process and store data, they differ significantly in where that processing occurs—centrally in the cloud or locally at the edge. Understanding these differences is critical for companies evaluating strategies for predictive…

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Data Interfaces for Control Cabinets and Devices from Phoenix Contact

September 30, 2025 Data Interfaces for Control Cabinets and Devices from Phoenix Contact The new Data Service Interfaces (DSIs) from Phoenix Contact are a convenient solution for service work on control cabinets and devices. With various interfaces including RJ45 and USB, the space-saving service interfaces enable the quick and easy connection of additional electrical devices. The…

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Author: Krystie Johnston

Secretary of State Zerucelli Highlights New Government of Canada Measures to Protect, Build, and Transform Canada’s Workforce and Build Canada Strong

Canada Advances Battery Innovation with Made-in-Canada Technology

Canada Installs 157 New Electric Vehicle Chargers for Atlantic Canadians

ITC 101: Understanding IP Ratings for Electrical Enclosures

ABB to Divest Robotics Division to SoftBank Group

Aztec is Evolving to Serve You Better

Unifying Automation: The Key to Smarter, Scalable Industrial Systems

Niron Magnetics Changes Game by Breaking Ground on Rare-Earth-Free Magnet Facility

Schneider Electric Unveils New AI Data Centre Reference Designs with NVIDIA

Wesgarde Highlights the Advanced MP Series 87 Heavy Duty Marine Rated Circuit Breaker

Festo AI-Powered Pneumatic Cylinder Monitoring Cuts Machine Downtime, Transforming Maintenance from Reactive to Predictive

Weekly Time Relay Type TMRTC and Astronomical Time Relay Type TMAST from LOVATO

ABB Unveils New Brand Architecture for NEMA Motors Division

IPD Connectors: The Future of Tool-Free Power Distribution

Data Interfaces for Control Cabinets and Devices from Phoenix Contact

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