June 13, 2025 In a whitepaper released on June third, ABB has set out the scale of the challenge facing the global industrial sector and emphasizes the critical role of industrial energy efficiency in meeting rising energy demand while strengthening energy security & affordability and driving industrial competitiveness. With 45% of the world’s electricity converted…
Is This Silent Motor Killer Causing Unplanned Downtime? Learn more in this webinar Friday, June 20, 2025 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM EDT Struggling with Short Motor Life and Unscheduled Downtime? Your Problem May Be Electrical – Not Mechanical! Are you constantly experiencing downtime due to VFD tripping or motor bearing damage? The problem may…
May 28, 2025 ABB has broken its own world record for energy efficiency in large synchronous electric motors with a new motor designed in line with its Top Industrial Efficiency (TIE) initiative which delivers equipment which exceeds standard performance benchmarks. ABB’s TIE motors and generators are engineered to surpass current efficiency benchmarks, helping customers reduce electricity usage, operating…
May 22, 2025 IKO is pleased to announce its LT170H2 direct drive linear motor stage for dynamic applications such as semiconductor fabrication which require high thrust forces and long strokes. This latest addition to the LT family of linear motor stages delivers 260N of rated force and up to 500N maximum, exceeding the thrust ratings…
May 1, 2025 ABB has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) agreement with Raumaster Paper to jointly explore integrated winder solutions in the US, helping paper mills enhance operational efficiency and extend the lifecycle of existing equipment. ABB will bring its expertise in automation, system drives and digitalization to the partnership, combining its industry-leading control…
April 28, 2025 Proax Technologies supports customers across industries in selecting the right drive for their automation needs. ABB offers a powerful lineup of variable frequency drives (VFDs) built for flexibility, energy efficiency, and safety. In this post, They explore the ACS255, ACS380, ACS580, and ACS880 series so you can confidently choose the best solution…
April 22, 2025 Kollmorgen Corporation, a global leader in motion control and automation systems, has introduced an addition to its IC Ironcore DDL motor family, expanding beyond 230 VAC products with a new capability to support 400/480 VAC-powered applications. Kollmorgen’s new direct drive linear motor delivers a continuous force range up to 8,211 N and peak…
April 22, 2025 Market Summary: The global electric motors market size was USD 129.78 Billion in 2023 and is likely to reach USD 240.61 Billion by 2032, expanding at a CAGR of 7.1% during 2024–2032. The market is driven by the rising trend of industrial automation and surging adoption of electric vehicles, worldwide. Increasing demand for energy-efficient solutions is expected to drive the market…
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 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 Driving Efficiency: Less Energy Costs, More Performance. SEW-EURODRIVE is setting a new standard for efficiency with the launch of the DR2C motor, an IE5 ultra-premium efficiency motor engineered for wide speed range operation and maximum long-term energy cost reductions. Designed for industries focused on minimizing total cost of ownership (TCO), the DR2C…
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…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
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