October 30, 2025 Schneider Electric’s Altivar Solar ATV320 variable speed drives — available at RS — increase the reliability, sustainability, energy efficiency, and service life of solar-powered pumping applications. RS, a high-service global product and service solutions provider for industrial customers, offers Schneider Electric’s Altivar Solar ATV320 variable speed drives (VSDs) for solar powered pumping applications….
October 23, 2025 Innovative Shuttle Warehouse The mountain sports retailer Bergzeit has been operating an automated shuttle warehouse with 54,000 storage locations since 2022. Equipped with regenerative drive technology from SEW-EURODRIVE, the system feeds the lifts’ braking energy back into the grid. The result: greater energy efficiency, lower operating costs, and a more sustainable logistics…
October 22, 2025 Siemens is setting new standards in industrial drive technology with the launch of its new high-performance drive system, Sinamics S220. Building on the success of Sinamics S120, the system marks a leap in performance with the new control unit CU320-3 and software version 6.6. As an integral part of the Siemens Xcelerator…
October 22, 2025 • ABB expands its IE5 synchronous reluctance motor (SynRM) portfolio with smaller frame sizes, offering the broadest range of magnet- and rare earth-free motors • The well-proven IE5 SynRM cut energy losses by about 40% compared to IE3 motors, with short payback times, often under a couple of months ABB has expanded…
Is This the End of Manual Pallet Adjustments in Logistics? October 14, 2025 Is this the end of manual pallet adjustments in logistics? Kollmorgen and ifm join forces to bring precision to pallet handling. Bridging the Gap Between Manual Handling and Smart Automation In many warehouses and production sites, the handover between manual labour and…
October 14, 2025 Electromate Inc. is pleased to announce the availability of the Kollmorgen Essentials™ Servo Motion System in its offerings, reinforcing its commitment to providing accessible, high-performance motion control solutions to machine builders, OEMs, and automation integrators across Canada. The Kollmorgen Essentials line combines servo motors, drives, and single-cable connectivity into an optimized package…
October 6, 2025 Niron Magnetics has broken ground on a new state-of-the-art 1,500-ton-per-year permanent magnet manufacturing facility in Sartell, Minnesota. After nearly a decade of research and development in partnership with the U.S. Department of Energy and the University of Minnesota, Niron Magnetics has successfully created one of the first commercially viable new magnet materials…
October 2, 2025 ABB Unveils New Brand Architecture for NEMA Motors Division ABB, a global leader in electrification and automation, has executed a bold new brand architecture for its NEMA Motors* Division, introducing a dual-brand product strategy that distinctly positions its product offerings while leveraging the combined strengths of ABB and ABB Baldor-Reliance. This strategic…
September 30, 2025 Cloud computing and edge computing are reshaping how industrial organizations manage connected devices, analyze data, and maintain operations. While both architectures process and store data, they differ significantly in where that processing occurs—centrally in the cloud or locally at the edge. Understanding these differences is critical for companies evaluating strategies for predictive…
September 26, 2025 These pre-configured servo systems deliver simplicity and flexibility in sizing, selection, installation and commissioning—at an unbeatable value Kollmorgen, a global leader in motion control and automation solutions, has introduced the Kollmorgen Essentials™ motion system, a new line of servo motion solutions that makes high-performance motion control easier and more affordable for virtually any…
September 25, 2025 NOARK Electric, a global authority in motor control and power distribution solutions, unveiled its highly anticipated Ex9VF7 Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) during the NECA 2025 tradeshow, taking place September 12–15 at Chicago’s McCormick Place West. Spotlight: NOARK Ex9VF7 VFD – Precision Meets Performance The Ex9VF7 VFD series represents NOARK’s latest leap in motor control technology, delivering unparalleled efficiency, versatility,…
August 28, 2025 • Integrated shaft-grounding ring for bearing protection• NEMA Super Premium® (IE4)* efficiency• Flexible configurations ABB continues to help companies increase motor efficiency by as much as 20% by expanding the ABB Baldor-Reliance® SP4 motor™ line. The release of the newest Baldor-Reliance SP4 motor variant featuring integrated shaft grounding technology marks the fourth phase of the ABB…
August 21, 2025 Economy drive system expands the motion portfolio AX1000 servo drive: extremely compact and efficient The AX1000 economy servo drives are a particularly cost-efficient series in the 1.65 to 6.9 A nominal current range, and meet the highest technological standards. Two versions are available: Despite their compact dimensions, they still manage to incorporate an integrated…
August 20, 2025 The SmartD Clean Power VFD Catalog v07 is finally here — and it’s more than just an update. It’s a leap forward. From the very first page, you will notice what has changed — and what has not. SmartD kept what made their drives stand out: the true sine wave, the SiC-powered…
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 15, 2025 Safe, Swift, and Certified – Disconnect with Confidence When working with DC power, having the right disconnect matters. ITC’s DC Disconnect Switches are designed for secure interruption of direct current loads, with a robust cam system that ensures fast, snap-action operation every time. Features & specification: Available in door-mounted format with lockable…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
