With the total number of points, Endress+Hauser was also awarded platinum status for corporate social responsibility (CSR) in 2022. “Our sustainability journey naturally continues. Platinum status demonstrates that we are on the right path,” says Matthias Altendorf, CEO of the Endress+Hauser Group.
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz visited ABB’s training center in Berlin recently to mark the start of the new training year for apprentices and formally inaugurate the center’s extension building. The German Chancellor saw first-hand how ABB’s “Learning Factory Industry 4.0” in this new multifunctional building is transforming the education and training opportunities for technology companies – not only for ABB, but also for its partner companies.
Digitalization was center stage at IMTS 2022, the largest manufacturing technology show in North America. Attendees visited Siemens’ booth to witness the entire production process of a reengineered steering knuckle for an EV. The next phase of the production process demonstrates how comprehensive manufacturing plans are developed with Teamcenter software.
Fifteen prominent companies with expertise in automation and advanced manufacturing host this year’s fourth series of German Technology Days on October 20th at Humber College’s Barrett Centre in Etobicoke. A unique showcase of products from the various organizations will be displayed. SEW-EURODRIVE will be there! Enjoy connecting and collaborating with them. Visit them at Booth # 5 on October 20, 2022.
ABB is investing US $13 million in its Installation Products Division Iberville manufacturing facility in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, to increase production capacity and establish a research & development facility at its global center of excellence for cable tray manufacturing. This will support rising global demand, especially in the data center segment, and is ABB’s second multimillion-dollar investment in a Canadian site in the last 12 months.
MDA Ltd., a leading provider of advanced technology and services to the rapidly expanding global space industry, recently announced the second commercial sale of its products derived from Canadarm3 technology to Axiom Space.
Digi-Key Electronics, which offers the world’s largest selection of electronic components and automation products in stock for immediate shipment, is proud to announce that Stacy Hartmann, director of global customer support for Digi-Key, was named one of Supply & Demand Chain Executive’s 2022 Women in Supply Chain.
Guidance Automation, an award-winning pioneer in guidance, navigation and control technologies, recently announced that it has become the first reseller of OTTO Motors’ autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) in the United Kingdom.
The Ontario government is working for workers by investing an additional $90 million in the Skills Development Fund (SDF) to support innovative training projects that upskill workers and jobseekers, preparing them for meaningful careers in their communities.
Proax Technologies Ltd. Is pleased to announce the launch of its new slogan; WeAutomate. After extensive deliberation, this decision was made to reflect the changing nature of the automation and distribution industry and to better serve clients in the following technical sectors: Industrial Controls, Motion Control, Machine Safety, Pneumatics, Mechanical Solutions and Automation & Robotics
When global companies invest in Canada, they invest for the long haul. That’s the case with technology company Siemens, which established its Canadian operations more than a century ago. Today, Siemens Canada has 24 offices and manufacturing facilities across the country, including its headquarters in Oakville, Ontario.
The automation company PILZ and the expert in safe rail infrastructure, Pintsch, are to enter into a long-term development partnership. In future, the companies will work together to develop solutions for the digitization of the rail infrastructure. New, innovative solutions will emerge from the combination of industry-proven control solutions from PILZ and the safety-related rail expertise of Pintsch.
German Technology Day is expected to be even bigger and better this year. Fifteen prominent companies with expertise in automation and advanced manufacturing will host Canada’s fourth series of German Technology Days on October 20, 2022 at Humber College, Toronto, and on November 3, 2022 at Plaza Centre-Ville in Montreal. These companies are located in Canada with headquarters in Germany.
ABB has launched its first range of rebranded Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) following its acquisition of mobile robot leader ASTI Mobile Robotics in 2021. Since adding AMRs to its portfolio, ABB is the only company with a comprehensive and integrated offering of robots, AMRs and machine automation solutions.
A global ABB survey has revealed a growing trend in US and European businesses towards re-shoring or nearshoring operations to build resilience in the face of global challenges – but at the same time, a significant education gap in the skills necessary for these strategies to succeed.
The skilled trades are essential to Canada’s economy. Few industries are as essential to Canadians’ everyday lives. Smart investments are needed to support Canadians from all backgrounds in taking up apprenticeship training now, and to help kick-start lucrative careers in well-respected skilled trades.