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Comau Presents Its New Cell Formation and Testing Technologies at The Battery Show 2024 as Part of Its Turnkey E-Mobility Solutions

July 3, 2024 Comau showcased its advanced, turn-key battery cell formation and testing technologies at The Battery Show Europe conference, booth number 9-F50, held 18-20 June. In bringing its highly efficient and scalable battery cell formation solutions to the commercial market, the global automation company is among the first European players to locally source this key…

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Cables and Wires for Robotics from HELUKABEL

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…

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Ontario Celebrates $93 Million Boost to Oxford County Manufacturing

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…

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Ontario and Illinois Sign Agreement to Boost Trade and Investment

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…

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Project Arrow, Printed with Breton Genesi E3

June 5, 2024 The first zero-emission concept car called Project Arrow has been launched in Canada. It is a fully functional vehicle whose chassis was designed by APMA and XABA and 3D printed with Breton Genesi E3. More Information Discover the full potential of Genesi Related Story Project Arrow: First All-Canadian, Zero-Emission Concept Vehicle Designed…

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Power Supply in a Confined Space

June 5, 2024 Siltronic equips a new wafer production plant in Singapore with connecting cables from HELUKABEL Wafer manufacturer Siltronic’s new production facility has a large number of production machines. There is often little space for the power connection – this requires flexible cables with small bending radii. Thanks to the support of HELUKABEL Singapore…

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Ontario Appoints Skilled Trades Special Advisor

May 29, 2024 New advisor to help secure labour supply in Ontario’s manufacturing, automotive and other sectors The Ontario government is appointing Dave Cassidy, former President of Unifor Local 444, as a Skilled Trades Special Advisor (STSA) to the Minister of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development. The new advisor will assess the workforce needs…

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FLIR Announces Extech BR450W Series of Wireless Video Borescopes

May 22, 2024 Easily Inspect Areas Out of Reach and Document Findings with Articulating or Dual-View Video Borescopes FLIR, a Teledyne Technologies company, has announced the Extech BR450W Series of video borescopes for inspecting difficult-to-reach targets in building, automotive, and plant maintenance applications. The two models, the BR450W-D Dual HD Wireless and BR450W-A2 Two-Way Articulating…

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Siemens Unveils Breakthrough in Automation Technology with New Simatic Workstation

May 15, 2024 Siemens, a leading technology company, has announced a breakthrough in the longstanding challenge of closely managing numerous hardware control points throughout the factory. The solution is the new Siemens Simatic Automation Workstation, which allows manufacturers to replace a hardware PLC, a conventional HMI and an edge device with a single, software-based workstation….

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Asahi Kasei to Construct a Lithium-ion Battery Separator Plant in Canada

May 10, 2024 Asahi Kasei has announced that it will construct an integrated plant in Ontario, Canada for the base film manufacturing and coating of Hipore™ wet-process lithium-ion battery (LIB) separator1. In relation to this plant, Asahi Kasei has concluded a basic agreement with Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Honda) and the two parties are currently…

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MEET TEAM MAX – MAXOLUTION®System Solutions

May 8, 2024 MAXOLUTION® System Solutions from SEW-EURODRIVE Focus on growing your business, and let SEW-EURODRIVE deal with the integration of Smart Technology. Get ready for the  MAXOLUTION® All-in-one Solution and make the shift to an intelligent, highly efficient, advanced manufacturing process that is industry 4.0 ready! MAXOLUTION® from SEW-EURODRIVE delivers tailor-made system solutions with a…

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Ontario Strengthening Critical Minerals Supply Chain

May 7, 2024 Additional funding for critical minerals projects will support innovation in the mining sector, helping create jobs The Ontario government is investing an additional $15 million over three years to expand the Critical Minerals Innovation Fund (CMIF). The funding was part of the 2024 Budget: Building a Better Ontario and will strengthen Ontario’s mining industry…

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Omron Introduces VT-X850: The Next Generation 3D CT X-Ray Inspection System for EV SMT Manufacturing Lines

May 7, 2024 Omron introduces VT-X850, an inspection system with advanced features such as true 3D imaging, enhanced sample handling, and automated algorithms, ensuring the highest quality solder joints for critical EV assemblies. Omron Automation Americas, a global leader in industrial automation solutions, announces the launch of the VT-X850, a cutting-edge 3D CT X-Ray inspection system…

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Revolutionizing EV SMT Assembly: Enhancing Quality and Efficiency with Advanced CT X-Ray Inspection

May 7, 2024 In the dynamic realm of electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing, ensuring the utmost quality and reliability of circuit boards is of paramount importance. Omron, a pioneering force in automaton technology, has developed the VT-X850, an innovative CT X_Ray inspection system tailored specifically for EV SMT (surface mount technology) assembly This state-of-the-art machine offers…

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Ontario Making It Easier to Enter Skilled Trades

May 2, 2024 New measures would make it easier for youth to get on a fast-track to well-paying careers The Ontario government is introducing new policy and legislative measures to attract more young people to the skilled trades, including adding a new apprenticeship pathway and an online job matching platform. These initiatives are designed to…