Thought Pollination Networking Event: A Showcase Of Innovation and ABB Canada’s Young Talent
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Thought Pollination Networking Event: A Showcase Of Innovation and ABB Canada’s Young Talent

ABB Canada interns unveil new perspectives in a series of engaging talks during thought pollination event August 22, 2023 A vibrant display of unconstrained thinking and ingenuity unfolded at ABB Canada’s Thought Pollination networking event, where seven interns took center stage, presenting their ideas to employees and the leadership team. The event captivated a multi-generational…

New Industry Web Portal: Safety Guide for Purchasing Electric Motors in Canada
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New Industry Web Portal: Safety Guide for Purchasing Electric Motors in Canada

August 18, 2023 Electro-Federation Canada (EFC) represents electrical and automation manufacturers, distributors, and sales agents committed to electrical safety in Canada. The EFC Motor & Generator Business Section has developed an industry web portal and downloadable checklist that reminds consumers of the importance of purchasing safe and reliable motors that meet safety and quality standards….

Helping More Canadians Build Careers in Skilled Trades
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Helping More Canadians Build Careers in Skilled Trades

August 16, 2023 Skilled workers are the engine that drives Canada’s economy and it needs more skilled trades workers to continue building industries in every corner of the country. Demographic shifts and high retirement rates are fuelling demand and an ever-growing need to recruit and train thousands more Canadians for these jobs. The Government of…

Kollmorgen Expands its Line of Certified Explosion-Proof Products with New ATEX and IECEx/cETLus Status for Goldline High-Voltage Servo Motors
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Kollmorgen Expands its Line of Certified Explosion-Proof Products with New ATEX and IECEx/cETLus Status for Goldline High-Voltage Servo Motors

August 3, 2023 For hazardous locations that require use of an explosion-proof motor, Kollmorgen’s Goldline EB series of ATEX Certified and IECEx/cETLus Listed servo motors now includes the 480 Vac Goldline EBH. Kollmorgen, a global leader in motion control systems, has announced ATEX certification and IECEx/cETLus listing for the explosion-proof Goldline EBH 480 Vac servo…

Pilz Canada Celebrates 10 Years of Making Canada Safer – A Little Bit Each Day
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Pilz Canada Celebrates 10 Years of Making Canada Safer – A Little Bit Each Day

August 3, 2023 By Krystie Johnston Pilz was delighted to celebrate their 10th anniversary in Canada with staff, partners, customers, and distinguished guests on July 31, 2023. Managing Partners from Germany, Thomas Pilz and Susanne Kunschert, along with Andreas Sobotta, CEO and General Manager of Pilz Canada welcomed everyone to the Yankeelady IV and hosted…

Siemens’ Automate the Future Tour 2023 Transforms the Every Day Across Canada
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Siemens’ Automate the Future Tour 2023 Transforms the Every Day Across Canada

July 17, 2023 By Krystie Johnston Siemens Canada recently completed their “Automate the Future Tour.” This cross-Canada tour showcased the most recent innovations in manufacturing and process technologies. Customers were invited to explore and engage with all aspects of factory automation, motion, and process automation solutions that are transforming operations and helping companies succeed in…

WECO, One Hundred Years of Reliability. Your Partner for the Future
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WECO, One Hundred Years of Reliability – Your Partner for the Future

July 11, 2023 By Krystie Johnston About WECO WECO has reliably served the electrical market for more than a century. The company originated in Germany in 1921 and was born in the decades that saw electricity adopted into the daily lives of most businesses and homes across North America and much of the world. Technological…

Machinery Directive (MD) / Machinery Regulation (MR)
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Machinery Directive (MD) / Machinery Regulation (MR)

July 10, 2023 The Machinery Directive is one of the most important pieces of legislation for harmonizing the essential safety requirements for machinery within the European Union. It describes standardized health and safety requirements for interaction between human and machine. The Directive promotes the free movement of machinery within the single market and guarantees a high level…

Omron Announces Jet Automation as a Certified Systems Integrator Partner
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Omron Announces Jet Automation as a Certified Systems Integrator Partner

July 10, 2023 Industry-leading automation solutions provider Omron Automation Americas welcomes new partner Jet Automation, a full-service provider of turnkey system integration and design of control systems. Omron Automation Americas recently announced Jet Automation Inc as a new partner in its Certified Systems Integrator program. Based in the Greater Toronto Area, Jet Automation has over…

ArmorBlock 5000 I/O Blocks 
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ArmorBlock 5000 I/O Blocks 

June 22, 2023 Imagine having the flexibility to meet challenging application needs with minimal operation disruption and cost. Rockwell Automation’s ArmorBlock 5000™ I/O blocks integrated with IO-Link technology can help you achieve that. Designed for On-Machine™ use in harsh environments, their ArmorBlock 5000 I/O solution offers the scalability that will help reduce total installation time and…

Weidmüller’s SNAP IN Connection Technology – Quick. Simple. Safe. Robot Ready.
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Terminal Blocks with Innovative SNAP IN Technology

Weidmüeller’s new SNAP IN connection technology will take your wiring processes to a whole new level. June 20, 2023 SNAP INto the future with Klippon® Connect Time is money. For this reason, installation work in control cabinet construction must be carried out ever faster, preferably automated. At the same time, the connections should be permanently…

Bryant Pin & Sleeve Mechanical Interlocks from AutomationDirect
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Bryant Pin & Sleeve Mechanical Interlocks from AutomationDirect

June 20, 2023 AutomationDirect has added Bryant pin and sleeve mechanical interlocks to their growing lineup of motor disconnects and controllers. These interlocks use pin and sleeve technology to conveniently connect and disconnect mobile equipment safely. By using matching Bryant pin and sleeve connectors with keyways, these interlocks safeguard against connecting devices of different amperage…

New Sinamics G120X Drive Series Specializes in Infrastructure Pump, Fan and Compressor Applications
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New Sinamics G120X Drive Series Specializes in Infrastructure Pump, Fan and Compressor Applications

With power range from 1–700 hp (0.75–630 kW), Sinamics G120X drive is optimized for pump, fan and compressor applications June 12 2023 Siemens is introducing the new Sinamics G120X drive, a simple, seamless and easy-to-use drive, designed for use in pump, fan and compressor applications in industries such as water/wastewater, HVAC/R, irrigation/agriculture and in industrial…

Guillevin: Your Trusted Distributor of Breakers and Panels
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Guillevin: Your Trusted Distributor of Breakers and Panels

May 23, 2023 Guillevin is one of Canada’s largest distributors of electrical products. Founded in 1906 by François-Xavier Guillevin in Montreal, Quebec, they have enjoyed considerable expansion to become a leading distributor of electrical materials and products. Growth is something Guillevin is familiar with, and since their founding, they have opened numerous locations across Quebec…