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Guide to Mechatronics – Part 9: Sustainability in Mechatronics

March 20, 2025 As global awareness of environmental issues grows, sustainability has become a crucial consideration in all fields of engineering, including mechatronics. Integrating mechatronic systems in sustainable engineering solutions plays a pivotal role in reducing environmental impact, enhancing energy efficiency, and promoting the sustainable use of resources. Energy Efficiency: One of the primary contributions…

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Schneider Electric: Your Trusted Partner in Sustainability and Efficiency

March 20, 2025 By Krystie Johnston Schneider Electric is on a mission to be the trusted partner in sustainability and efficiency. Since 1836, they have pioneered technological innovation to create a world where life is on. Frederick Morency, Vice President of Sustainability, Strategic Initiatives & Innovation at Schneider Electric Canada, has experienced this joie de…

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NGen, Humber Polytechnic, and Festo Didactic Showcase Canadian Skills at Hannover Messe 2025

March 19, 2025 NGen, Canada’s advanced manufacturing global innovation network, Festo Didactic, a leading provider of technical education equipment and solutions, and Humber Polytechnic, a leading Canadian post-secondary institution known for its career-focused, hands-on approach to education, are partnering to demonstrate the strength of Canadian mechatronics skills at Hannover Messe. This collaboration will feature a…

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Teradyne Robotics to Debut AI Accelerator-Powered Solutions at NVIDIA GTC 2025, Marking a First in AI-Driven Collaborative Robotics

March 18, 2025 New AI-powered Applications Showcase Advanced Capabilities in Dynamic Metrology, GenAI Programming, Reinforcement Learning, and Bimanual Assembly Teradyne Robotics and its partners are set to unveil a suite of advanced, AI-driven robotics solutions at NVIDIA GTC 2025 March 17-21. The unveiling represents the first public demonstration of the AI Accelerator in commercially viable…

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Gescan, New Authorized Festo Distributor for Western Canada

March 18, 2025 Gescan, New Authorized Festo Distributor for Western Canada Festo Canada is announcing the launch of an authorized distributor agreement with one of Western Canada’s largest privately owned electrical distributors, Gescan, a Sonepar company. Gescan has 29 branch locations spanning British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba, and will sell and support the complete…

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Introducing the ESCON2 Servo Controller: Unprecedented Power Density & Control Performance

March 18, 2025 Electromate, Canada’s exclusive distributor of Maxon, is proud to introduce the ESCON2 servo controller—a next-generation motion control solution delivering unmatched power density, precision, and versatility for industrial and robotic applications. Next-Level Control for High-Performance Applications Building on the success of Maxon’s renowned ESCON series, the ESCON2 servo controllers leverage advanced semiconductor technology…

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Unveiling New Sensor Technology for Enhanced Industrial Precision and Flexibility

March 17, 2025 Discover Omron’s latest Sensor Technology, the E3AS-HF, designed to transform industrial sensing with its advanced Time of Flight technology and robust design. Ideal for challenging environments and complex sensing needs. Unveiling New Sensor Technology for Enhanced Industrial Precision and Flexibility Discover Omron’s latest Time of Flight Sensor, the E3AS-HF, designed to transform…

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Bossard Canada: Proving Productivity

March 14, 2025 By Owen Hurst Bossard Inc. has been a pillar of the manufacturing industry for more than 190 years, solving fastening challenges in electrical and mechanical engineering in many industries. Bossard Canada serves industries from coast to coast to coast. Manufacturers around the world rely on the quality of their products, services, and…

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Solid State Relays with Diagnostics from celduc® relais

March 11, 2025 celduc® relais has developed a range of Solid State Relays (SSRs) with integrated diagnostics to improve real-time monitoring. In order for machine builders to make informed decisions, solve urgent problems on short notice and develop machines that are more autonomous, data from the various components within the machine needs to be collected and…

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Vention Unveils Click & Customize Robotic Work Cells — Fast-Deploy Machine Tending & Welding Solutions to Address Manufacturing’s Labour Crisis

March 13, 2025 Vention, creator of the world’s only full-stack software and hardware automation platform, is expanding its portfolio with the launch of a Click & Customize robotic work cell family — starting with machine tending and welding solutions designed to help manufacturers boost productivity amid the skilled worker shortage. These pre-engineered solutions are ready…

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Festo Packages a Multiprotocol Servo Drive and Motor Into an innovative Developer’s Kit

March 12, 2025 CMMT-ST kit offers a host of learning curve benefits and costs 50% less than individual parts. The new Festo CMMT-ST servo drive starter kit for control engineers and programmers offers a smart, low-cost way to learn how to commission and size Festo’s multiprotocol family of servo drives that range from 300 W DC up…

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PrecisionX Group Expands Manufacturing Operations to Meet Growing Demand for Precision Aerospace Components

March 12, 2025 PrecisionX Group Expands Manufacturing Operations PrecisionX Group (“PrecisionX”), a leading provider of precision metal components for critical-use applications, is expanding its manufacturing operations at its Clifton, NJ, and Waterbury, CT facilities to meet the growing demand for high-precision aerospace components. This expansion includes new equipment investments and increased production capacity, enhancing the…

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Critical Manufacturing to Show at APEX 2025 that You Might Need a New MES for Making Industry 4.0 A Reality

March 11, 2025 Critical Manufacturing, a leader in advanced Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and a subsidiary of ASMPT, will show visitors to IPC APEX EXPO 2025 that the company’s MES – complete with extensive features specific to the electronics industry – can serve as a true Industry 4.0 platform. Any electronics manufacturer looking to turn…

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Festo’s Solutions Prevent Contamination in EV Batteries

March 11, 2025 By Owen Hurst Festo’s Solutions Prevent Contamination in EV Batteries Today, approximately 95% of electric vehicles (EVs) and energy storage systems use conventional lithium-ion batteries, which require liquid electrolyte filling. Lawrence Lin, Business Development Manager at Festo, specializes in automation advancements and technologies that drive improvements in productivity, quality, and safety through…

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Advancing Electrocaloric Research with FLIR Thermal Imaging at Queen’s University Belfast

March 11, 2025 At Queen’s University Belfast, researchers leveraged FLIR’s A8583 cooled mid-wave infrared (MWIR) camera and 5x microscope bayonet lens, and FLIR Research Studio software to investigate the electrocaloric effect—temperature changes in dielectric materials under an electric field. This combination of high-speed thermal imaging and advanced analysis tools enabled real-time observation of thermal fluctuations,…

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Fighting for Canadian Workers and Businesses

March 10, 2025 Last week, the United States administration imposed unjustified tariffs on Canada, disrupting a successful trading partnership and raising costs for Americans and Canadians alike. The federal government will use every tool at their disposal so Canadian businesses and workers can weather this storm. They will defend Canadian jobs. The Minister of Finance…