Automation Canada: Robotic Integration Issue

With power range from 1–700 hp (0.75–630 kW), Sinamics G120X drive is optimized for pump, fan and compressor applications June 12 2023 Siemens is introducing the new Sinamics G120X drive, a simple, seamless and easy-to-use drive, designed for use in pump, fan and compressor applications in industries such as water/wastewater, HVAC/R, irrigation/agriculture and in industrial…
March 26, 2025 Electrical accidents remain one of the most significant workplace hazards across industries. According to statistics from Safe Work Australia, 142 workers died from electrical contact between 2003-2015. In Great Britain, electrical injuries to workers average one fatality every 10 days, while the U.S. recorded over 1,600 deaths due to electrical incidents in…
Orion Fans has expanded its family of Electronically Commutated (EC) fans to include spark proof IP68-ATEX rated versions for applications involving explosive atmospheres or flammable gases. Developed for Zone 2 equipment, the implementation of IP68-ATEX fans into a design eliminates the possibility of an explosion or fire.
POSITAL has announced that its family of absolute rotary encoders has been expanded to include support for the popular IO-Link communications interface. Simplify your communications system, acheive magnetic multiturn sensing without gear or battery, get condition monitoring via temperature sensor and vibration (coming soon), use hardware I/O-Pin for preset, reset or cam switch, enjoy simple wiring reducing costs, and benefit form automatic parameterization after device replacement.
Maxon’s new IDX compact integrated servo gearmotor + drive combines a powerful, brushless EC-i motor and an EPOS4 positioning controller, which can be complemented with a maxon planetary gearhead when required. This integrated motor stands out for its high torque density, high efficiency, maintenance-free components, and a high-quality industrial housing providing IP65 protection. The IDX also features configurable digital and analog inputs and outputs, and intuitive software enabling easy commissioning and integration into master systems.
September 22, 2023 By Krystie Johnston Festo is a leading supplier of pneumatic and electrical automation technology that tirelessly innovates to improve operations for machine builders and end-use customers in the discrete and process industries. Festo’s 2023 innovations include their CPX-AP-A remote I/O, CMMT MP servo drive, and a portfolio of productivity tools. Easily the…
Weidmüller’s scalable engineering software, u-control 2000, adapts individually to your requirements. And, the u-control is powerful, compact and fully compatible with Weidmüller’s I/O system u-remote. This article looks at what makes u-control the heart of your automation.
Programmable logic controllers (PLCs) are one of the main components of any automated system. A typical control system has inputs, outputs, controllers (i.e., PLCs), and some type of human interaction with the system, a human machine interface (HMI), for example.
April 30 2025 By Krystie Johnston Schneider Electric creates real impact by empowering all to make the most of our energy and resources, bridging progress and sustainability since 1836. Putting principles into practice, they are bringing back the Go Green Competition in 2025. Registration is open between April 1 and May 31, so get your… Read More…
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… Read More…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.