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Proax Modification Centre for Rittal Enclosures

May 15, 2024 The journey starts here! Rittal universe within the Proax website The journey starts here! Rittal universe within the Proax website. Connect with Proax Technologies today for your cutting needs! Serving Canada for over 60 years, the company has been a leading Technical Automation Distributor, offering innovative solutions in the Automation & Robotics,…

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NordSpace Successfully Tests Flight Ready Liquid Rocket Engine, Prepares for Canada’s First Commercial Space Launch

May 15, 2024 NordSpace’s Hadfield engines are designed to propel the company’s Canadian made and launched vehicle, Tundra, to carry 500 kg to Low Earth Orbit (LEO). At 2:25 PM EST on Thursday February 8th, 2024, NordSpace successfully tested its flight ready, regeneratively cooled, rocket engine (Hadfield-10). NordSpace is a leading Canadian space technology company, building…

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Universal Robots and MiR Open New Robotics Hub in Denmark

May 15, 2024 Global robotics leaders Universal Robots (UR) and Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR), both Teradyne Robotics companies, will share headquarters to increase synergies and accelerate innovation within advanced robotics. Universal Robots, the Danish collaborative robot (cobot) company, and MiR, the Danish manufacturer of AMRs (autonomous mobile robots), recently celebrated the Grand Opening of their…

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Asahi Kasei to Build a Battery Component Plant in Port Colborne, Ontario

May 14, 2024 Asahi Kasei’s decision to build this new facility in Port Colborne is a testament to Canada and Ontario’s competitive business environment, Canada is a global leader in the electric vehicle (EV) market. As demand for EVs continues to grow, we want more of these vehicles to be assembled right here in Canada….

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Ontario Completes Largest Battery Storage Procurement in Canada to Meet Growing Electricity Demand

May 14, 2024 Successful electricity generation and storage procurement will meet province’s energy needs through 2030 The Ontario government has concluded the largest battery storage procurement in Canada’s history and secured the necessary electricity generation to support the province’s growing population and economy through the end of the decade. This successful procurement marks another milestone…

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ABB and Niedax Group to Create Joint Venture to Meet Growing Demand for Cable Tray Systems in North America

May 10, 2024 Electrification and automation leader ABB and Niedax Group, a leading global supplier of cable management systems, have entered into an agreement to form a new 50/50 joint venture. The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions. Expected to close and commence operations in Q4 2024, the collaboration will integrate the North American…

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Asahi Kasei to Construct a Lithium-ion Battery Separator Plant in Canada

May 10, 2024 Asahi Kasei has announced that it will construct an integrated plant in Ontario, Canada for the base film manufacturing and coating of Hipore™ wet-process lithium-ion battery (LIB) separator1. In relation to this plant, Asahi Kasei has concluded a basic agreement with Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Honda) and the two parties are currently…

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ABB Startup Challenge Winners Use AI to support the Energy Transition

May 10, 2024 • ABB announces winners of 2024 ABB Startup Challenge• Entrepreneurs challenged to use AI to further energy transition• Four winners each win a $30,000 collaboration project with ABB to bring new solutions to market Some of the most innovative startups were recognized at this year’s ABB Startup Challenge in the Sophia Antipolis…

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Vector Institute Announces Nearly $2 Million In Scholarships for Top Ontario AI Graduate Students

May 10, 2024 The Vector Institute has announced the 115 recipients of the 2024-25 Vector Scholarship in Artificial Intelligence (VSAI) The Vector Institute has announced the 115 recipients of the 2024-25 Vector Scholarship in Artificial Intelligence (VSAI). These $17,500 merit-based scholarships are awarded to top candidates enrolled in Vector-recognized master’s programs or pursuing individualized AI study paths…

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New Global Climate Action Initiative Harnesses Canada’s AI Expertise

May 10, 2024 The Vector Institute and Be Node unite to develop global climate action solutions through artificial intelligence In an effort to combat the global climate crisis, the Vector Institute and the Turkish Informatics Foundation through its Be Node platform have launched the Global AI Alliance for Climate Action. This international partnership will connect…

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Merck Canada Announces Collaboration with Vector Institute

May 10, 2024 Merck Canada announces collaboration with vector institute to further advance its artificial intelligence capabilities and drive innovation in healthcare Merck, known as MSD outside the United States and Canada, has entered into a multi-year agreement with the Vector Institute in Toronto, an independent not-for-profit corporation dedicated to advancing the field of artificial…

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Ontario Strengthening Critical Minerals Supply Chain

May 7, 2024 Additional funding for critical minerals projects will support innovation in the mining sector, helping create jobs The Ontario government is investing an additional $15 million over three years to expand the Critical Minerals Innovation Fund (CMIF). The funding was part of the 2024 Budget: Building a Better Ontario and will strengthen Ontario’s mining industry…

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Omron Announces Grand Opening of Newest Proof of Concept Centre in Guadalajara, Mexico

May 7, 2024 Omron’s latest Proof of Concept Centre in Guadalajara allows industry professionals to explore technology demos at the forefront of automation, validate solutions, and collaborate with experts. Omron is excited to announce the grand opening of its state-of-the-art Proof of Concept Center (PoCC) in Guadalajara, Mexico. This new center is designed to provide…

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B2 Solutions Joins Omron’s Certified Systems Integrator Program

May 7, 2024 Leading automation solutions provider Omron Automation Americas welcomes new system integrator B2 Solutions, an industrial security and technology solutions provider. Omron Automation Americas recently announced B2 Solutions as a new member of the Omron Certified Systems Integrator program. B2 Solutions is headquartered in Mexico and serves clients in Latin America. With a…

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Omron Announces PLC Paramedics as Its First Automation System Support System Integrator

May 7, 2024 Omron collaborates with PLC Paramedics, offering expert automation system support, programming, upgrades, and troubleshooting services. Omron Automation Americas, a leader in automation technology, is pleased to announce its collaboration with PLC Paramedics as the first Automation System Support System Integrator under the Authorized System Integrators program. This partnership solidifies PLC Paramedics’ position…