ABB Opens Refitted, State-Of-The-Art US Robotics Facility, Reaffirming Commitment to North American Customers
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ABB Opens Refitted, State-Of-The-Art US Robotics Facility, Reaffirming Commitment to North American Customers

March 13, 2024 ABB has opened its refitted US robotics headquarters and manufacturing facility in Auburn Hills, Michigan, which will support ABB Robotics’ global leadership in developing and manufacturing cutting-edge robotic solutions in the US, for the US and the Americas. The expanded facility reflects ABB’s commitment to long-term growth in the US market, which…

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Valeo and Applied Intuition Partner to Provide Digital Twin Technology for ADAS Simulation

March 12, 2024 Valeo, a global leader in automotive technology, and Applied Intuition, a vehicle software supplier, are partnering to provide a digital twin platform for advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) sensor simulation. The joint solution will allow automotive original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to bring safe and reliable ADAS features to market faster. Valeo and Applied Intuition’s platform will…

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The New SINAMICS S200 Servo Drive System from Siemens: Move Beyond!

March 12, 2024 By Krystie Johnston Siemens recently released their new SINAMICS S200 servo drive system. It is designed to address a wide range of standard applications, including battery, packaging, handling and robotics, metal forming, and other general machinery. The S200 has been optimized for performance, is easy to use, and is fit for the…

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Could Space be the Final Frontier for this Novel Robotic Manipulator?

March 11, 2024 CNL researchers designing a field deployable manipulator look to redefine work with radioactive materials A “hot cell” is the common term for a shielded nuclear radiation containment chamber that allows nuclear operators to safely perform work on highly radioactive materials using mechanical manipulators. The specialized facilities are not only expensive to build,…

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CNL Granted Licence Amendment for Chalk River Laboratories to Authorize Construction of an NSDF

March 11, 2024 Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL) to construct a near surface disposal facility (NSDF) on the site In January 2024, the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) announced the Commission’s decision to amend the licence for Chalk River Laboratories, authorizing Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL) to construct a near surface disposal facility (NSDF) on the site. The Commission…

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United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority and Canadian Nuclear Laboratories Partner to Accelerate Fusion Energy Development

March 11, 2024 Agreement complements the recent signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the UK and Canada reflecting a new partnership on fusion energy  The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) and Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL), have signed a collaboration framework agreement to partner on the development of technologies in relation to the management…

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Artificial Intelligence and Aquaculture: Fleming College to Assist Independent Robotics with Innovative Canada’s Ocean Supercluster Projects

March 8, 2024 Fleming College is pleased to announce its involvement in two funded research projects recently announced by Canada’s Ocean Supercluster These projects mark a significant step forward in advancing sustainable aquaculture practices and environmental stewardship using artificial intelligence. Researchers from Fleming College’s Centre for Innovative Aquaculture Production (CIAP) and the Centre for Advancement in Mechatronics and Industrial…

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First Nations and Ontario One Step Closer to Building All-Season Roads in the Ring of Fire

March 7, 2024 New agreement includes commitment to build community infrastructure to support economic development in the area The Ontario government, Marten Falls First Nation and Webequie First Nation have signed an agreement to develop community infrastructure projects that could support future development opportunities in the area, including building all-seasons roads to the mineral-rich Ring…

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Ontario Strengthening Mining Industry in Northern Ontario

March 7, 2024 Province investing in mining supply and service sector companies The Ontario government is providing more than $3.7 million through the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC) to 11 mining supply and service sector companies in Northern Ontario. This investment is promoting innovation, workplace safety, business development and job creation in the mining industry. “Our…

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Ontario Welcomes $35 Million Manufacturing Investment

March 7, 2024 Tillsonburg Custom Foods’ expansion will create 78 new good-paying jobs in Trenton and St. Marys The Ontario government is welcoming a $35 million investment by Tillsonburg Custom Foods, a family-owned food processing company. The investment will be used to add new equipment to increase production and create a total of 78 new,…

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ABB Technology Ensures Grid Stability as the Faroe Islands Pivot to Green Energy

March 7, 2024 ABB is working with SEV, the main electrical power producer and distributor for the Faroe Islands, to deliver innovative synchronous condenser (SC) technology that will stabilize its power grid as renewable generation replaces fossil-fueled plant. The first SC unit is currently being commissioned on the island of Suðuroy. SEV has now placed…

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ABB To Deliver Third Synchronous Condenser to Help the Faroe Islands Continue Its Transition to Green Energy

March 7, 2024 ABB is continuing its collaboration with SEV, the main electrical power producer and distributor for the Faroe Islands, to deliver innovative Synchronous Condenser (SC) technology to stabilize the power grid as fossil-fueled plant is phased out in favor of renewable generation. This latest development will see a third SC unit deployed on…

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ABB Partners With Seaspan Shipyards on New Canadian Coast Guard Polar Icebreaker

March 6, 2024 ABB has secured a comprehensive propulsion system contract with Seaspan’s Vancouver Shipyard for the first of the Canadian Coast Guard’s new-generation polar icebreakers Seaspan Shipyards, Canada’s long-term shipbuilding partner for the Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) and Royal Canadian Navy, has awarded ABB a contract to deliver an integrated propulsion system for the…

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Government of Canada Selects 10 Companies for SoCal-Canadian Space Accelerator, Led by Mandala Space Venture

March 6, 2024 Initiative is a two-month virtual accelerator for Canadian space small and medium enterprises (SMEs) Mandala Space Ventures, a Pasadena-based venture studio and leader in supporting entrepreneurs and venture capitalists to successfully launch companies within the emerging new-space economy, has announced the selection of 10 Canadian space startups to take part in the…