May 10, 2023 On May 17 and 18, 2023, the very first edition of the Robotics & Automation Show will take place at the Center Caztel, in Sainte-Marie, in order to allow Quebec manufacturers to have privileged access to cutting-edge processes and to stakeholders for guide them in their robotics and automation project. Développement économique Nouvelle-Beauce…
May 8, 2023 Every year, HMS Networks analyzes the industrial network market to estimate the distribution of new connected nodes in factory automation. This year’s study shows that the industrial network market is expected to grow by 7% in 2023. Industrial Ethernet still shows the highest growth and now accounts for 68% of all new…
May 8, 2023 Leuze is placing its strong growth on a broader footing and has expanded its executive management. Xavier Hamers joined the company on April 1, 2023. By 2025, Leuze will have doubled its sales growth since 2020, and not for the first time. With a sales increase of 25 percent, Leuze took another…
May 8, 2023 The ABB #Buildthefuture Roadshow returns for a second year with its hands-on, in-person events across Ontario and Quebec from April to June 2023. The 400 square foot showroom on wheels demos the breadth of ABB’s offering. The showroom showcases how ABB’s innovative technology helps industries safely reduce their carbon footprint while limiting…
Students won four gold medals, two silver and three bronze May 5, 2023 By Chris Clay It was a successful showing for Humber College students at the Skills Ontario Competition as they earned a number of medals including several golds. The annual competition gives students an opportunity to show off the skills they’ve learned in their programs as…
May 4, 2023 From mining critical minerals to building batteries and cars, Ontario and Canada continue to attract historic, transformational investments across the electric vehicle supply chain to secure more good-paying jobs for workers today and for decades to come. Last month, Ontario and Canada secured a historic investment from Volkswagen, Europe’s largest automaker. Volkswagen…
May 4, 2023 Siemens’ intelligent software landscape for process industries can help your business stay competitive and future-ready. With advanced features and cutting-edge technology, their software is designed to meet the evolving requirements of modern businesses. Their software for process industries can increase your agility and speed, reduce your carbon footprint, and provide you with…
May 4, 2023 Proax Technologies is thrilled to announce the launch of their brand new website updates WeAutomate! Their team has been working hard to bring you a more user-friendly and intuitive experience. With the updates, you’ll enjoy faster load times, new BOM tool, and an updated design that makes it easier to find what…
May 4, 2023 Kollmorgen and OTTO Motors have announced their strategic technical collaboration. The collaboration between the two global leaders is a major milestone for the autonomous material handling industry. Kollmorgen and OTTO Motors share a common goal to deliver exceptional self-driving vehicle applications to OEMs and System Integrators that strive to streamline material handling…
May 4, 2023 Improving production efficiency and quality in control cabinet building is a common pursuit of Weidmüller and Eplan. To achieve this goal, both companies are working on the best possible integration of their interfaces and data models. This has resulted in a technology partnership that was sealed in 2022 as part of the…
May 4, 2023 Revolutionary energy efficiency & sustainability starts with innovative technology. Sustainability and energy efficiency are among the greatest challenges facing industrial companies. This entails careful analysis of every aspect, from small pieces of equipment through to large-scale production machines. To limit the impact of climate change, CO2 emissions should be avoided wherever possible….
May 3, 2023 Rockwell Automation, one of the world’s largest company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, has announced it has been positioned by Gartner as a Leader in the Magic Quadrant for Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) with its portfolio of offerings being evaluated, including FactoryTalk MES and the Plex Smart Manufacturing Platform.1 The evaluation was based on…
May 2, 2023 The Ontario government declared May to be Building Safety Month. This recognizes the importance of the province’s Building Code and the critical role building officials play in maintaining public health and safety, while making it easier and faster to build new homes. “Building Safety Month is an excellent opportunity to highlight the…
May 1, 2023 Ontario continues to attract key investments and create meaningful opportunities for people, families and businesses across the province. Many of these opportunities are in the manufacturing sector. As announced in the 2022 Budget, Ontario is establishing an Advanced Manufacturing Strategy to help boost the long‐term competitiveness and resilience of the sector. As…
May 2, 2023 How Omron, MICHauto and Square One Education are helping students bridge the gap between STEM education and careers in manufacturing. Most recent high school and college graduates can attest there’s a bit of a skills gap between what they learned and what they’re expected to do in their first job after graduation….
May 1, 2023 ABB Wins Best New Product Award for Star Teck ST90 Series ABB was recognized with the Best New Product Award in the category of Commercial, Institutional and Industrial electrical products at MCEE Expo for the Star Teck® ST90 series 90-degree Teck cable fitting. The MCEE Expo is one of Canada’s largest mechanical,…