July 4, 2024 Positioning applications can get complicated when you supplement the regular motor encoder with second encoder that reports the position. Thankfully, MOVI-C® technology combined with the latest version of MOVISUITE® (V2.50) makes the task easy. This video demonstrates “Combined encoder evaluation” using a scissor lift equipped with two encoders. More Information SEW-EURODRIVE Related…
July 4, 2024 Siemens Canada is investing approximately $14 million in a multi-phased modernization of its 10,400 sq m manufacturing facility located in Drummondville, Quebec, with the aim to optimize overall efficiency and capacity of the plant and position it for future growth. Plans for the facility, which has been making electrical products for the…
July 3, 2024 FANUC is proud to announce the opening of its latest facility in Canada. The new Canadian facility is poised to become a hub for cutting-edge robotics technology. FANUC, one of the leading global providers of robotics and automation solutions, is proud to announce the opening of its latest facility in Canada. This…
June 27, 2024 Follow-on contract kick-starts multi-year build phase, advances MDA Space commercial space robotics leadership position MDA Space Ltd., a trusted mission partner to the rapidly expanding global space industry, today announced that it has been awarded $1 billion from the Canadian Space Agency (CSA) for the next phases of the Canadarm3 program. The…
June 26, 2024 ANCA’s prestigious awards for creative trailblazing toolmakers and talented female machinists provide opportunities to seize global spotlight with outstanding designs and skills The Oscars of the cutting tool industry is back – #ANCATooloftheYear2024 is your chance to achieve global brand recognition as well as cash and a trip to Australia. With a…
June 26, 2024 AGILOX North America, a global leader in autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) for material handling automation, is excited to announce the opening of its new North American headquarters in Alpharetta, GA. The ribbon-cutting ceremony took place on June 12, 2024, marking a significant milestone in the company’s expansion and dedication to meeting the…
June 20, 2024 When precision, flexibility, and durability matter most, trust HELUKABEL’s state-of-the-art robotic cables. Engineered for extreme torsion applications, their cables ensure that your robots perform seamlessly, no matter the task. Dive into a world where technology meets reliability. Power and control every movement with HELUKABEL! More Information Cables and Wires for Robotics from…
June 19, 2204 General Fusion is advancing the design of its Magnetized Target Fusion (MTF) commercial power plant with proprietary simulation code now validated in a peer-reviewed scientific paper. General Fusion is unique in its ability to iterate nimbly. Since 2002, the company has built and tested dozens of complex prototypes. Now, it can move…
June 19, 2024 Safari Sun implemented a custom, self-programmed 3-axis gantry system to pick apparel, resulting in increased efficiencies and process optimization. Safari Sun is a family-owned and operated apparel manufacturer. What began as a simple napkin sketch evolved into a fully custom, self-programmed 3-axis gantry solution in just eight weeks. Despite minimal Python experience,…
June 19, 2024 In Sync: The Benefits of Coordinated Motion THG Automation has implemented a new feature in their cobot welding solutions that they believe “will blow their customers’ minds”; the new coordinated motion functionality from Universal Robots (UR). This innovative feature provides precise and synchronized motion between the UR cobot and one or more…
June 19, 2024 International project to be the largest radio telescope ever built MDA Space Ltd., a trusted mission partner to the rapidly expanding global space industry, has announced it has been awarded a contract by the National Research Council of Canada (NRC) to support the development, construction and integration of game-changing radio telescope technology…
June 19, 2024 At General Fusion, radical innovation and rapid iteration come together to deliver technology that will change our energy landscape. Fusion is the ultimate clean energy solution – it is the energy source that powers the sun and stars. Fusion is the process by which two light nuclei merge to form a heavier…
June 19, 2024 Canada’s national nuclear laboratories (CNL) hosts ‘Fusion Day 2024’ to unveil its fusion roadmap, and to announce new programs to accelerate fusion deployment in Canada Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL), Canada’s premier nuclear science and technology organization, is pleased to announce that it welcomed Canadian and international leaders in fusion science and technology to…
June 13, 2024 Agreements will create jobs for province’s nuclear workers and support economic growth The Ontario Government announced the completion of the first phase of site preparation for Ontario’s first Small Modular Reactor (SMR), the first in the G7, being built at Darlington. In addition, the government announced the successful completion of trade missions…
June 11, 2024 Expansion projects by four companies will create 187 new jobs The Ontario government is welcoming $93 million in new investments from four Oxford County companies, creating 187 new, good-paying jobs across the region. “Oxford County has a long history of manufacturing excellence, and thanks to continued investments in the region, that legacy…
June 11, 2024 New agreement identifies key sectors for cooperation to help rebuild Ontario’s economy Ontario and Illinois finalized a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to promote increased trade, attract investment and foster ongoing collaboration across key sectors such as automotive, agriculture, energy and advanced manufacturing. The MOU was signed by Premier Doug Ford and…