August 20, 2025 No interruption due to Safety and Security When handling radioactive waste, safety is COVRA’s top priority. That’s why the Dutch processing company planned a safety upgrade for its highly automated pressing and transportation system. Cylindrical drums containing radioactive waste are transported through the plant on conveyors and are compressed into flat blocks…
August 19, 2025 The choice between maxon’s EC-i and ECX motor series depends on whether the application prioritizes torque or speed, rugged durability or quick responsiveness, and high load-handling capability or low-inertia performance. Both maxon product lines use brushless DC motor technology but are engineered with distinct rotor architectures and performance envelopes. This comparison outlines…
August 18, 2025 By Ali Haj Fraj The landscape of industrial automation has undergone a seismic shift over the past few decades, and so has Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI). Once simple interfaces, allowing operators to control machinery through basic visual representations, industrial HMIs have evolved into advanced systems that allow the user to do so much…
August 18, 2025 By Harshad By 2030, the global collaborative robot arm market is projected to be worth $3.38 billion—for good reason. Cobots powered by AI are becoming highly versatile in their application covering a wide range of industries from satellite servicing to assistive tools for the aging. There are many different types of collaborative robot arms (cobots),…
August 18, 2025 By Krystie Johnston ABB recently announced their plan to build a new R&D and manufacturing facility in Canada. It will combine their existing facilities in Iberville and Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu to increase production capacity and support future growth in key sectors across Canada like utilities, energy, and infrastructure. Michael Shenouda, Canada Region Leader –…
August 6, 2025 By Krystie Johnston Festo is a global company headquartered in Germany and present in about 60 countries around the world. In 2024, they had over €3 billion turnover, and more than 8% of that was put into research and development for innovative technologies and emerging markets, like laboratory automation. In this article,…
July 31, 2025 By Krystie Johnston As pressure mounts on companies to meet net-zero targets and provide transparent sustainability reporting, the need for intelligent, adaptive solutions has never been greater. In response, Schneider Electric Canada is introducing their agentic AI ecosystem – a transformative approach to driving sustainability and operational efficiency through autonomous, context-aware technology….
July 28, 2025 In the intricate world of automation and control systems, actuators stand as pivotal components responsible for converting energy into physical motion. They are virtually the “muscles” in a system, performing actions based on commands from a control system. Understanding the nuances between different kinds of actuators – namely pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical…
July 28, 2025 By Krystie Johnston Teledyne FLIR OEM recently unveiled a new brand and website to reflect its industry-leading thermal technology and empower original equipment manufacturer (OEM) integrators to see and do more. Ezra Merrill, Senior Director of Marketing – OEM at Teledyne FLIR, led the charge on update, and discusses the strategic evolution. …
July 23, 2025 The landscape of industrial automation is changing rapidly. Traditional PLC systems, while reliable, often struggle to keep pace with the demands of modern manufacturing and Industry 4.0 initiatives. Enter PLCnext Technology from Phoenix Contact – a revolutionary approach to industrial control that’s reshaping how we think about automation platforms. At Proax, they…
July 10, 2025 Omron’s new VHV5 Ultra-High Performance Barcode Reader is designed for barcode reading applications in industries like automotive, food packaging, and logistics. It offers unparalleled ease of use, automated intelligent setup, and superior performance. Ease of Use One of the standout features of the VHV5 is its user-friendly design. The reader simplifies the…
July 9, 2025 From outdated to optimized: how ABB helped modernize a Swedish rolling mill and how Proax can help you in Canada Kanthal AB, a leading steel manufacturer in Sweden, recently faced a critical challenge. Their rolling mill in Hallstahammar had relied on a DC motor and drive system installed more than 70 years…
July 9, 2025 Electric motors are the workhorses of modern industry, driving pumps, fans, compressors, conveyors, and more. Yet, despite robust mechanical designs, many motors experience unexpected downtime due to hidden electrical stresses. This guide dives deep into the mechanisms of premature failure, empowers you to assess vulnerabilities in your installations, and provides a layered mitigation…
July 7, 2025 Cyberattacks on critical infrastructure have become an all-too-familiar reality. While no longer shocking headline news, their effects are far-reaching, disrupting essential services that people and organizations rely on daily. From power grids to transportation systems and water treatment facilities, these infrastructures are at the heart of modern life and are highly vulnerable…
July 7, 2025 Controlled Pneumatics from Festo is the precise and energy-efficient solution Efficiency, process stability and energy savings are key factors in modern production, especially in applications involving sensitive goods. Achieving this requires an intelligent control concept that precisely and flexibly regulates pressure and flow while minimizing energy consumption. With Controlled Pneumatics, Festo offers…
June 24, 2025 As power systems become more complex and industries rely increasingly on sensitive electronic equipment, onsite power quality metering is becoming an essential tool for facility operators. In a recent discussion featuring Dan Davis from Hammond Power Solutions and Ali Halimi from SMAART Power, key insights were shared about the importance of power quality…
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