July 23, 2024 Digital Technology Hub opens to empower organizations with advanced cybersecurity solutions Humber College is announcing the launch of its Digital Technology Hub, dedicated to bolstering cybersecurity resilience among small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and not-for-profit organizations across Canada. Equipped with capabilities in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cyber Security, and Internet of Things (IoT), the Hub…
July 22, 2024 Applications for the largest round of the Skills Development Fund Training Stream to train workers in manufacturing, construction and technology to open next week The Ontario government is investing up to an additional $260 million through the Skills Development Fund (SDF) Training Stream to tackle the province’s labour shortage and connect Ontario workers with…
July 17, 2024 Festo has introduced a line of pre-configured, assembled, and tested compressed air preparation units that not only makes specification and ordering faster and easier, but also ensures clean air in food and beverage production. Right out of the box, the new units meet the Safe Quality Food (SQF) guidelines of final filtration…
June 25, 2024 ABB and the Niedax Group collaborate on joint venture to meet demand for cable trays By Krystie Johnston ABB and the Niedax Group recently announced their intent to form a 50/50 joint venture that combines their respective strengths into one organization to help that will meet the increased demand for cable trays…
June 18, 2024 WAGO’s new IO-Link Converter is a 4-20 mA analog input with a digital display incorporating analog signals into a digital communication network for sensors and actuators from the field into an IO-Link-capable system. Application: Decentralized display, preprocessing and conversion of analog signals Use as an IO-Link device: The device has an IO-Link…
May 28, 2024 By Krystie Johnston ATS Life Sciences Systems relies on Festo’s automation experience to develop customized pipetting solutions that exceed the capabilities of existing liquid handling technology on the market. Festo in the Life Science Industry The healthcare industry encounters numerous challenges in meeting demand and time-to-market for new products and innovations. Festo’s Life Science division offers innovative solutions…
May 28, 2024 Shelly Vaz to the position of business unit manager, CPDI, Electrical Sector – Electrical Americas – Canada, effective May 1 Eaton is pleased to announce the selection of Shelly Vaz to the position of business unit manager, CPDI, Electrical Sector – Electrical Americas – Canada, effective May 1. Shelly will be located out of our…
May 22, 2024 Key benefits include efficient motion control capabilities, flexible machine safety, increased performance and seamless scalability For the first time in ten years, Siemens is announced a new generation of controllers at AUTOMATE 2024. The SIMATIC S7-1200 G2 controllers are part of the SIMATIC controller family. With this new generation, Siemens is expanding…
May 8, 2024 In a recent blog post, SmartD delved into the challenges associated with the introduction of Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) into electrical systems. As a brief reminder, these challenges stem from the Pulse Width Modulation (PWM), a fundamental aspect of VFD functionality. This waveform introduces complications such as voltage spikes, corona discharge, common…
May 7, 2024 Visit SmartD in Booth 2476, Chicago, Il from May 6th to 9th Save the Date! Join SmartD at Automate 2024, where their team will be showcasing their cutting-edge Clean Power Variable Frequency Drives. They are excited to connect with you and discuss how their Clean Power VFDs can meet your unique automation…
May 7, 2024 Rockwell Automation reduces downtime with new FLEXLINE 3500 Motor Control Center. The new Allen‑Bradley® FLEXLINE™ 3500 low voltage motor control center (MCC) recently launched for IEC markets. The MCC is engineered to integrate motor control and power distribution into one centralized package, meeting IEC standards 61439-1&2. The smart devices in FLEXLINE 3500 MCCs help…
March 20, 2024 Elevate your operations with HPS encapsulated distribution transformers Elevate your operations with HPS encapsulated distribution transformers, available in two distinct lines tailored for commercial and industrial applications. Designed for environments prone to contaminants, their transformers safeguard internal components, significantly reducing the risk of operational interruptions. More Information Encapsulated Solutions for Commercial and…
March 15, 2024 Introduction Running a motor directly from the power source produces uniform, sinusoidal waveforms but wastes energy due to continuous speed operation regardless of the load requirements. To enhance efficiency, variable frequency drives (VFDs) control motor speed, reduce energy consumption, and minimize equipment wear. However, VFDs use pulse-width modulation (PWM) to supply electrical…
Join WAGO for an Automation Webinar Apr 3, 2024 01:00 PM in EST (US and Canada). In today’s fast-paced world of automated systems, making the right choices can mean the difference between success and falling behind. Take the lead and propel your automated systems to new heights. Join WAGO for an Automation Webinar where you will learn…
March 5, 2024 Register today for the Canadian Apprenticeship Service Register today for the Canadian Apprenticeship Service and receive up to $20,000 in grants for hiring and training first year-apprentices in 39 Red Seal construction and manufacturing trades. In addition to financial incentives, resources and training are provided to assist with recruiting, onboarding, and retaining an apprentice(s). The Canadian Apprenticeship Service is administered in…
February 22, 2024 McMaster University is using technology to better control and manage its legacy thermal systems and create smarter buildings McMaster University is using technology to better control and manage its legacy thermal systems and create smarter buildings. Carmichael Engineering Ltd., a Canadian systems integrator, worked closely with ABB Canada’s leading experts and its highly…
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