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Siemens and Humber College: A Truly Sustainable Partnership

January 18, 2024 Having been partners for decades, Humber College in Toronto and Siemens have forged a long-term strategic alliance to advance higher education and support an ambitious campus decarbonization plan. Creating academic opportunities, advancing sustainability Today’s global challenges call for immediate action, including experiential education for tomorrow’s sustainability leaders. Strategic partnerships between higher educations…

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ABB Acquires R&D Engineering Company to Further Advance AI and Software-Driven Automation

January 18, 2024 ABB announced that it has agreed to acquire a majority of software service provider Meshmind to expand its research and development capabilities in AI, Industrial IoT and machine vision. Through this acquisition ABB will integrate engineering talent, AI and software knowledge to form a new global R&D hub to further accelerate the…

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Northvolt Chooses Canada for Its First EV Battery Plant in North America

January 18, 2024 Northvolt has chosen Canada to establish its very first North American battery plant Sweden-based Northvolt will invest $7 billion in an EV battery hub in Saint-Basile-le-Grand and McMasterville, Québec, which will include a cathode active materials facility, a battery cell manufacturing facility and a battery recycling operation. This major investment in Northvolt is…

Omron’s Enabling Technologies for Semiconductor Manufacturing

January 18, 2024 By Omron Automation Omron has a broad portfolio of technologies that help enable semiconductor manufacturing With semiconductor manufacturing booming in the Americas, fabrication facilities are on the lookout for innovative ways to quickly produce high-quality wafers and gain a competitive advantage. Omron has the solutions to make that happen. Their portfolio of…

Omron’s Semiconductor Manufacturing: From Front-End Inspection to Finished

January 18, 2024 By Omron Automation The front-end process of semiconductor manufacturing is critical to quality. As this is when circuits are formed on the surface of the wafer. With semiconductor manufacturing booming in the Americas, fabrication facilities are on the lookout for innovative ways to quickly produce high-quality wafers and gain a competitive advantage….

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Comau Will Significantly Accelerate the Testing and Verification of Automotive and Stationary Batteries

January 18, 2024 Comau has committed to developing the digitalization strategy for a next-generation battery systems testing platform as part of a multi-country, multidisciplinary consortium in support of the FASTEST project. Under the scope of the project, Comau will leverage its longstanding expertise in digitalization, process simulation and electrification to significantly accelerate the testing and…

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Governments Investing up to $8 Million in Ontario’s Dairy Processing Sector

January 17, 2024 Funds from both governments will help processors modernize their businesses to improve efficiency and ensure food safety The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing up to $8 million, through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP), to create or increase processing efficiencies and enhance food safety in the province’s dairy processing…

iTrans 2: Versatile, High-Performance Gas Detection with Easy Deployment

January 17, 2024 Cable-saving and time-saving installation, the iTrans 2 is suitable for almost any application via common configurations There are many prerequisites when it comes to gas detection, not least maximum flexibility, increased performance and minimal installation costs. Add in modern expectations such as smart features and the ability to detect explosive, toxic or…

Ontario Welcomes $65 Million Boost to Niagara Region Manufacturing Sector

January 17,. 2024 Expansion projects by three companies will create 46 new, good-paying jobs The Ontario government is supporting $65 million in investments by three companies to boost local manufacturing and create 46 new, good-paying jobs in the Niagara Region. As part of these investments, the province is providing the companies with $6.7 million in support…

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New igus Smart Fixed Flange Bearings Unlock Predictive Maintenance

January 17, 2024 Intelligent two- and four-hole fixed flange bearings with wireless sensing capabilities for wear detection igus®, a global manufacturer of motion plastics, has developed intelligent two- and four-hole fixed flange bearings with wireless sensing capabilities for wear detection, enabling condition monitoring and preventing costly machine breakdowns. Constructed from self-lubricating, high-performance plastic, the bearings…

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Ontario Investing in Quantum Science Innovation in Waterloo

January 17, 2024 $14.9 million in funding helping Quantum Valley Ideas Lab drive breakthroughs in quantum technology The Ontario government is investing up to $14.9 million to support a project by Quantum Valley Ideas Lab (QVIL), an independent research laboratory in Waterloo, that will accelerate the development and adoption of quantum science technologies by Ontario companies. Quantum…

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Ontario Welcomes Over $25 Million Manufacturing Investment in Kitchener

January 17, 2024 FluidAI Medical will create 38 new, good-paying local jobs The Ontario government is welcoming an investment of over $25 million by local medical technology company, FluidAI Medical. “Through our Regional Development Program, our government is helping growing Ontario manufacturers like FluidAI Medical innovate and create good-paying jobs,” said Vic Fedeli, Minister of Economic…

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Ontario Welcomes $10.4 Million Manufacturing Investment

January 15, 2024 Starlim North America will create new, good-paying jobs in London The Ontario government is welcoming a $10.4 million investment by Starlim North America Corp., a global leader in liquid silicone injection molding, to enhance its existing facility in London and create 26 new, good-paying jobs. “Thanks to investments from companies like Starlim,…

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Ontario Welcomes $33.6 Million Manufacturing Investment in London

January 15, 2024 Andriani’s expansion will create 42 new, good-paying jobs The Ontario government is welcoming a $33.6 million investment by Andriani Ltd., an Italy-based pasta manufacturing company, to build their first production facility in North America. This investment will create 42 new, good-paying jobs in London. “Andriani’s significant investment will spur growth throughout our…

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Panduit Fault Managed Power System World’s First UL Certified Class 4 Power System

January 15, 2024 Panduit®, a global leader in innovative electrical and network infrastructure solutions is proud to announce that it has launched the world’s first certified Fault Managed Power System (FMPS). Now, the Panduit FMPS Class 4 power system has received certification to UL 1400, the Outline of Investigation for Fault-Managed Power Systems, from UL Solutions. Panduit…