September 6, 2023 Nidec Instruments Corporation a wholly owned subsidiary of Nidec corporation, has announced the release of its latest semiconductor wafer transfer robot. Nidec Instruments’ Latest Semiconductor Wafer Transfer Robot, SR7163 series Despite a temporary slowdown in 2023, the global semiconductor market is expected to expand from 2024 after demand recovers in a wide…
September 6, 2023 New Festo CMMT MP Multi-Protocol Servo Drives Festo introduces the CMMT MP multi-protocol servo drive. Every drive in this family is configurable for EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT, PROFINET and Modbus TCP. With CMMT MP, machine builders supporting multiple communications protocols can reduce their own servo-drive inventories. A unified drive family improves engineering productivity through…
September 6, 2023 Festo Remote I/O Solutions for Electric, Pneumatic Motion With the recent introduction of its distributed I/O solution CPX-AP-A, along with its established CPX-AP-I decentralized I/O, Festo now offers a range of electric and pneumatic automation solutions that is unmatched for performance, flexibility, cost savings, and engineering productivity. AP stands for Automation Platform and this backplane-based remote I/O…
August 30, 2023 Safety distance determined simply and safely The new browser-based software tool “Safety Distance Calculator” from Pilz enables users to calculate safety distances for all common safety light curtains on the market simply and quickly. The free, digital calculation tool uses the values entered to determine the necessary safety distance and suggest the…
August 29, 2023 Looking for reliable, high-speed network solutions? You’re in the right place! In this post, Proax Technologies explores Phoenix Contact’s Gigabit Ethernet switches. From the easy-to-use 1000 and 1100 series Unmanaged Switches to the advanced 2000 Series Managed Switches and robust FL MGUARD security routers, they have you covered. Whether it’s fast Ethernet…
August 29, 2023 The MS-Basic line features easy ordering, fast shipping, and is ideal for the most common pneumatic applications. MS-Basic air preparation components have the functionality to perform the most important technical tasks necessary for proper compressed air preparation and consist of pressure regulators, filter regulators, electric on/off and soft start valves, as well as manual on/off valves…
August 29, 2023 Schneider Electric, a leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has published details of its quarterly sustainability impact performance, alongside its half-year financial results. At the end of this quarter, the company is halfway through its Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) program spanning 2021-2025. By measuring and disclosing progress every few months,…
August 24, 2023 As technology advances, autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) have emerged as valuable tools for improving efficiency and productivity in various industries. From warehouses to manufacturing facilities, these intelligent machines are revolutionizing the way we handle tasks and streamline operations. However, deploying AMRs successfully requires careful planning and consideration. In this blog post, Omron…
August 24, 2023 Omron Development Team in Japan is now certified by the IEC 62443-4-1 guidelines and requirements for establishing a secure development lifecycle for its Programmable Logic Controller products. An industry-leading automation solutions provider, Omron Automation Americas, takes a significant stride towards bolstering information security for customer factories and production equipment. The company now…
August 24, 2023 H5CC Digital Timer The new H5CC time includes a bigger, brighter LCD screen, user-friendly programming, improved status indicators, predictive maintenance features, and environmental resistance, making it the most fully featured timer product. Industry automation solutions provider Omron Automation Americas releases the H5CC, a new digital timer that combines the functions of a…
ABB Canada interns unveil new perspectives in a series of engaging talks during thought pollination event August 22, 2023 A vibrant display of unconstrained thinking and ingenuity unfolded at ABB Canada’s Thought Pollination networking event, where seven interns took center stage, presenting their ideas to employees and the leadership team. The event captivated a multi-generational…
August 22, 2023 Comau is shaping innovation and taking digital-driven, advanced automation to a whole new level with powerful new solutions designed to accelerate deployment, increase quality and ensure sustainable productivity inside and beyond the smart factory paradigm. From June 27-30 in Munich (Germany), Comau, which recently celebrated its 50th anniversary, unveiled its advanced solutions…
Macrodyne Technologies will create 25 good-paying jobs in Vaughan August 22, 2023 The Ontario government is welcoming a $5 million investment by Macrodyne Technologies Inc., North America’s largest manufacturer of hydraulic presses and automation systems, equipment used by manufacturers in over 40 industries to shape and mould materials such as metal, plastic, rubber and wood….
Servo Drives that Withstand the Elements and Push Boundaries August 22 2023 Advanced Motion Controls (AMC), a leading provider of servo amplifier solutions, is proud to announce the addition of six new CANopen servo drives with Extended Environment capabilities to their FlexPro® line. These new drives join AMC’s existing EtherCAT Extended Environment FlexPro drives, making…
The Truly Connected Factory August 21, 2023 By Lucas Hale – Global Marketing Manager The truly connected smart factory. Over the past decade, new technologies have increasingly permeated the factory floor. Automation, always a part of manufacturing, has quickly escalated thanks to ever increasing computer processing power and data storage. At the same time, technologies…
Siltech Corporation expansion will create good-paying jobs in Fort Erie August 21, 2023 The Ontario government is welcoming a $100 million investment by Siltech Corporation, an Ontario manufacturer of specialty silicone used in the personal care, automotive, agriculture, pulp and paper, and oil and gas industries. The investment, to build a new manufacturing facility in…