When a Tier 1 Automotive Supplier in Ontario wanted to manufacture shock absorbers for a leading auto maker, they used Festo’s Electric Motion Sizing software to help them get the job done right. And in record time. June 9, 2023 By Krystie Johnston The Importance of a good suspension A good suspension in your vehicle…
June 8, 2023 Rittal Limited is proud to announce that their organization has been named on the 2023 Best Workplaces in Manufacturing in Canada list, for the sixth year in a row. André Bousette, President, Rittal Limited says, “Rittal is so honoured to obtain this recognition as a Best Workplace in Manufacturing in Canada, especially because…
June 7, 2023 What challenges are machine builders and switch-gear system manufacturers facing in today’s global markets? How can the right course be set for efficient engineering at an early stage in the game? This year’s Eplan L!ve 2023 event on 21 June 2023 is providing distilled answers, highlights from the new version of the…
June 7, 2023 RS is proud to announce three new suppliers: Niryo, HELUKABEL, and MGM Transformer Company. French startup Niryo adds affordable, easily deployable, and user-friendly cobots engineered for Industry 4.0 prototyping applications, while HELUKABEL cable, wire, and accessories and MGM Transformer Company expand access to essential electrical solutions for industrial and infrastructure applications. RS,…
Autonomous Mobile Robots revolutionize intralogistics at Bosch June 6, 2023 In the age of digitalization and automation, companies are looking for innovative solutions to make their logistics processes more efficient and safer. Our Success Story gives us an insight into the world of automated transport systems at Bosch factories. Alexander Balandin, Head of Mobile Robotics,…
June 6, 2023 Immerse yourself in the world of virtual commissioning with Vario-X and experience how the “digital twin” of your plant allows you to detect and eliminate potential errors at an early stage. You will not only save time, but also money by avoiding expensive rework and ensuring smooth cooperation of all components. With…
The fast and most flexible vision system with newly added AI Components to the already complete and powerful set of inspection tools June 6, 2023 Omron’s new FH Vision System is a compact yet powerful solution for advanced quality inspection, identification and positioning applications. With top-of-the-line sensing and processing capabilities, the vision system is designed…
June 5, 2023 New modules for the Productivity family of controllers. AutomationDirect has released several new modules for the Productivity family of controllers. Two new lower-cost, high-resolution, four-channel analog input modules, supporting current (0-20 mA) or voltage (0-10 VDC) signals, are now available for the Productivity1000 PLC. The ProductivityOpen Arduino-based controller line now offers a…
June 5, 2023 Emerson is improving perimeter security for the DeltaV distributed control system (DCS) with its new NextGen Smart Firewall, a purpose-built control system firewall designed to provide easy-to-install and easy-to-maintain perimeter security for all industries. More ruggedized construction, increased bandwidth, and role-based access provide users with increased performance and more granular access control. Manufacturers need to…
June 5, 2023 RS offers more than 48,000 ready-to-ship products that can help machine builders overcome current market challenges, control costs, and remain competitive, as well as the technical expertise and value-added services needed to solve complex design challenges and save time and money. Machine building has long been essential to the growth and success…
June 5, 2023 The FX5S PLC brings the outstanding performance, superior drive control, and user-centric programming of the MELSEC iQ-F series compact controllers to budget-conscious customers. Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. expands its line of MELSEC iQ-F series compact controllers to now offer a basic model providing OEMs with an all-in-one controller for small machines up…
June 2, 2023 The FRABA Group, an internationally recognized leader in industrial position sensors and Wiegand technology, has reported a successful and eventful year in 2022. Overall sales were 45 million Euros ($49 million USD). While this number is lower than the 48 million Euros reported in 2021 (largely because of the divestiture of the…
ArcelorMittal Construction has awarded ABB a contract to deploy solutions specifically designed for metals processing at its cold rolling mill in Contrisson, France, as part of a modernization project. The solutions, which include ABB Ability™ Manufacturing Operations Management for metals (MOM4Metals), Roll-Gap (RGC) and Automatic Gauge Control (AGC), will help the world’s largest steel producer…
May 29 2023 WMV Vented Enclosures, Type 3R Rittal Canada is proud to introduce the WMV vented outdoor UL 3R Type Rated enclosure to better accommodate easy in-field maintenance. Outdoor environments can have severe effects on the electrical controls inside enclosures. Those sensitive electronics are extremely susceptible to overheating, moisture, dust, and debris. The WMV vented enclosure is…
May 29 2023 Safety and Industrial Security – A one stop shop Susanne Kunschert We have shown that there will be extensive normative and legal changes in the field of security, and that the whole of industry is affected. But when we talk with customers and partners, we are currently noticing some uncertainty when dealing…
May 29, 2023 Thomas Pilz Security: Legislation will apply to industry and engineering The standards and laws for safety in an industrial environment are currently facing upheaval. This is being driven by the issues of security and Artificial Intelligence (AI). For industry in general and for mechanical engineering, there are three new or upcoming legal…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
