April 15, 2025 By Tiffany Moore Organizations are under more pressure than ever to improve sustainability metrics. How can you help them succeed — and win more business in the process? Building motor control systems with more sustainable parts is one piece of the puzzle. Control panel builders, system integrators, and design firms have an…
April 15, 2025 By Damien Herwegh Sophia, a dedicated electrical engineer in a large industrial complex, has been tasked with installing a drive system where the motor is located hundreds of meters away from the control room. Like many engineers before her, she considers the usual question: Should I place the drive in the electrical…
April 10, 2025 Gescan Announces Strategic Distribution Partnership with ABB Canada Gescan, A Sonepar Company, is pleased to announce a new distribution partnership with ABB Motion, a business of ABB Ltd renowned for its pioneering solutions in automation and electrification. Gescan will now offer ABB’s high-quality drive solutions in Manitoba and Saskatchewan, making energy-efficient motor…
April 2, 2025 Rockwell Automation, Inc., one of the world’s largest companies dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, has announced the launch of the M100 Electronic Motor Starter, enabling industrial organizations to simplify panel wiring and reduce component and engineering complexities with advanced functional safety solutions and more refined motor starting capabilities. Rockwell’s traditional motor…
April 2, 2025 By Krystie Johnston SmartD Technologies is a Canadian startup company that has created what they say is the world’s first clean power VFD. Industries around the world stand to benefit from their clean sine technology, which eliminates the negative effects of harmonics and pulse-width modulation found in traditional systems. Simon Leblond, CEO…
March 25, 2025 Kollmorgen, a global leader in motion control and automation systems, has introduced the new SFD-M (Smart Feedback Device, Multi-Turn). It allows machine builders to achieve high-resolution multi-turn feedback with absolute positioning information available at system startup. Designed to work with AKD™ and AKD2G drives, the SFD-M absolute multi-turn encoder can be integrated into Kollmorgen…
March 18, 2025 Easier approval process with regulatory bodies ABB medium voltage (MV) circuit breakers and enclosures recently received cUL certification from the standards organization, Underwriters Laboratories of Canada, providing additional assurance that these products are tailored to the stringent requirements of the Canadian market. This certification also validates their reliability and performance under exacting…
March 18, 2025 Electromate, Canada’s exclusive distributor of Maxon, is proud to introduce the ESCON2 servo controller—a next-generation motion control solution delivering unmatched power density, precision, and versatility for industrial and robotic applications. Next-Level Control for High-Performance Applications Building on the success of Maxon’s renowned ESCON series, the ESCON2 servo controllers leverage advanced semiconductor technology…
March 15, 2025 By Owen Hurst The National Electrical Trade Council (NETCO) has taken a major step in standardizing electrical training across Canada with the launch of its VR Motor Control Training. This innovative program is the first to standardize motor control training for IBEW electrical apprentices nationwide. Building on the success of their Hoisting,…
March 11, 2025 Since the 1980s, Arrow Speed Controls and Mitsubishi Electric Automation have delivered automation solutions that address challenges specific to customers in heavy industries to bring the highest value to customers. Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. (Mitsubishi Electric Automation) and Arrow Speed Controls celebrate over four decades of collaboration in Canada. Together, they have…
March 11, 2025 LOVATO Electric expands its range of variable speed drives with the new VLG3 series, with three-phase power supply 380…480VAC 50/60Hz. The new VLG3 series range includes sizes from 0.4 to 22kW and integrates an EMC filter and a braking chopper as standard. The compact enclosure allows side-by-side installation, with the possibility of mounting on a DIN rail or with…
March 11, 2025 SEW-EURODRIVE is proud to introduce the WES Series stainless steel gear unit, a compact, hygienic drive solution that runs cool – even under continuous operation. Unlike worm gear units that overheat, the WES Series integrates SPIROPLAN® right-angle gearing, ensuring smooth, reliable performance without excessive heat buildup. Designed for food, beverage, and other…
March 7, 2025 Finding the correct MTE product shouldn’t feel like solving a puzzle. At Vanco, they know how frustrating it can be to juggle voltage specs, enclosure types, and part numbers while racing against project deadlines. That’s why they built the MTE Instant Lookup Tool, a streamlined, intuitive solution designed to cut through the clutter…
March 6, 2025 New certification recognizes Rockwell’s PowerFlex 755T-series and PowerFlex 6000T VFDs for adherence to the stringent IEC 62443-4-2 cybersecurity standards’ guidelines. Rockwell Automation, Inc., one of the world’s largest companies dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, announced it has been recognized for achieving the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 62443-4-2 Security Level Capability 1…
March 5, 2025 In industrial settings where efficiency and reliability are paramount, choosing the right motor control solution can make all the difference in operational performance. While traditional motor starters provide basic functionality and frequency converters offer advanced capabilities, many operations need something in between—a solution that combines simplicity with versatility. Phoenix Contact’s CONTACTRON Speed…
February 20, 2025 SINAMICS G220 is the new high-performance variable frequency drive designed to meet current and future challenges in every industry. Thanks to improved hardware and software, SINAMICS G220 takes digital drive technology to a new level, making your applications more efficient, secure and future-proof. Innovation in every detail Thanks to a broad range…
