September 2, 2021
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Parker Hannifin Corporation, a global leader in motion and control technologies, recently announced that its Board of Directors has elected Jennifer A. Parmentier as Chief Executive Officer and Andrew D. Ross as Chief Operating Officer, each effective January 1, 2023.
October 17, 2024 With nearly 200 full-time employees in 4 countries on 3 continents, the Groupe celduc® and its subsidiaries celduc® transfo and celduc® relais is a leading player in the global market for industrial automation, magnetic proximity sensors and power transformers. Founded and located in Sorbiers in the department of the Loire, they are…
July 27, 2023 Paxton Coghlin and Dillon Kong won gold in the Mechatronics (Team of 2) division and have qualified for WorldSkills By Chris Clay on July 19, 2023 A pair of Humber College students have captured gold and a Best of Region Award at the Skills Canada National Competition. Paxton Coghlin and Dillon Kong, students in the Electromechanical…
CES Transformers expansion will create 80 good-paying jobs in Markham August 21, 2023 The Ontario government is welcoming a $4 million investment by CES Transformers, a leading manufacturer of power transformers, the devices used to transmit electrical power from one circuit to another. This investment, to expand the company’s existing facility and increase production, will…
AcBel Completes Acquisition of the Power Conversion Division of ABB July 10, 2023 AcBel Polytech Inc. has announced the successful completion of its acquisition of ABB Ltd’s Power Conversion division. The closing of the transaction follows the satisfaction of all conditions precedent, including CFIUS clearance. Power Conversion is based in Plano, Texas, USA, with manufacturing…
Omron Automation Americas welcomes partners and customers to its Proof of Concept Centres across the United States. This multi-location, multi-day event is a forum for customers to access leading-edge technical information, application knowledge and industry insights to lead their digital engineering transformation.
November 12, 2024 In today’s manufacturing landscape, the complexity of machine control systems often leads to increased costs, extended implementation times, and challenging maintenance requirements. Omron’s NX102 Machine Automation Controller addresses these challenges head-on by seamlessly integrating EtherCAT motion control and CIP Safety functionality into a single, powerful platform. Simplified Network Architecture Through Integration The NX102 controller… Read More…
November 12, 2024 While many manufacturers are still embracing the principles of Industry 4.0, the next evolution, Industry 5.0, is already beginning to take shape. Unlike Industry 4.0, which was a giant leap forward in automation and digitalization, Industry 5.0 represents a reconsideration of how smart technology platforms can work alongside humans. This includes technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), the Industrial… Read More…
In today’s fast-paced manufacturing and logistics industries, the need for efficient and flexible material movement solutions has never been greater. Traditional methods like conveyor systems, forklifts, and manual pushcarts have served us well, but they come with limitations.
That’s why Omron is thrilled to announce the launch of their game-changing MD Series of Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs). Read more
November 21, 2024 FLO confirms that all FLO commercial charging stations remain eligible for ZEVIP funding under this new federal directive Canada recently announced trade measures impacting vehicles from China and limiting eligibility under the Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program (ZEVIP) to electric vehicle (EV) charging products manufactured in countries that have negotiated free… Read More…
November 21, 2024 Next-generation, non-contact safety interlock switch for most common safety applications. The D40A-2 Non-Contact Safety Door Switch is designed to enhance safety and efficiency in industrial environments. This advanced switch exceeds safety standards and is ideal for manufacturing settings, featuring a coded magnetic mechanism that improves reliability and prevents bypassing. It includes 2-color… Read More…