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Bosch Rexroth MGE Aluminum Framing Meets Virtually Any Customer Need

January 19, 2023 Bosch Rexroth MGE aluminum framing meets virtually any customer need. Advanced Motion & Controls Ltd. is known in Canadian industry for its unmatched selection of intelligent robotics and factory automation, but there is far more to the supplier than that. Customers can also receive specific value-added services from the company – including a…

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New Twin Profile Rail Stage TRS Actuator from Tolomatic

TRS Actuator Improves Accuracy in XYZ Motion System January 19, 2023 The new Twin profile Rail Stage TRS actuator from Tolomatic improves accuracy and increases production uptime on XYZ linear motion systems. The machined, rigid design handles high moment loading while providing reliable stable positioning along the length of travel. Able to carry loads up…

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FANUC Introduces New ROBODRILL Plus Machining Centre

FANUC’s new ROBODRILL DiB Plus compact machining center offers companies a wide range of advantages in terms of speed, performance, ease of use and automation January 17, 2023 FANUC the global leader in CNCs, robotics, and ROBOMACHINEs has introduced its new ROBODRILL DiB Plus compact machining center. “The new ROBODRILL Plus offers a wide range of…

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The New KR FORTEC Ultra Family: Ultimate Power, Compact Design

Technically Unbeatable for Manufacturing Processes That Involve Heavy and Large-Volume Components January 17, 2023 The robots of the KR FORTEC ultra family set new standards in the heavy payload range from 480 kg to 800 kg. Ideally rated for high payloads and moments of inertia, they especially meet the new requirements of the electromobility sector….

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Five Automation Predictions for 2023: Turnkey Solutions Are the Future

The past few years have seen many organizations implement tech-driven changes at a rapid pace. January 11, 2023 With rapid workplace transformation evident across industries, whether that’s moving to hybrid working or adopting new technologies, what can we expect from 2023? Anders Beck, Vice President of Strategy and Innovation at Universal Robots, discusses five predictions for…

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Arieltech’s Heater Series Line, New CSA Approved in 2022

January 6, 2023 Arieltech’s Heater Series Line was recently CSA Approved. Products from Arieltech as made in Canada and include climate control solutions such as Arieltech Thermostats, Hygrostat, Fan Filters, Exhaust Filters, Heaters, Thermoelectric Cooling Units and Air Conditioning systems increases the life of sensitive electronic equipment inside of control panels and electrical enclosures, preventing…

Festo Didactic at the Forefront of Developing Canada’s Future Work Force
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Festo Didactic at the Forefront of Developing Canada’s Future Work Force

 

With Canadian manufacturing suffering from a growing labour shortage, the participation of industry in skills development is emerging as a vital component in hiring and retention. Festo Didactic has made a focus on the need for recurrent education for existing workers so their skills remain relevant. How that’s done is evolving.

 

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Endress+Hauser Customer Experience Centre Wins Rethinking Future Award

 

The new Endress+Hauser Customer Experience Centre here, has been named winner of the Rethinking The Future Award 2022 in the Industrial (Built) category. Rethinking The Future is an annual award program which aims to promote outstanding work in the field of architecture and design across the world. 

 

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Endress+Hauser Customer Experience Centre Wins Rethinking The Future Award 2022

 

The Endress+Hauser Customer Experience Centre named winner of the Rethinking The Future Award 2022 in the Industrial (Built) category. Rethinking The Future is an annual architecture award program which aims to promote outstanding work in the field of architecture and design across the world. Over 1000+ registrations were received from more than 40 countries, spanning architecture, landscaping, urban design, product design, and interior design in ~50 categories.

 

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IKO Offers AutomationWare Electric Actuators for Optimal Positioning Accuracy and Control

 

With AutomationWare’s Mech Series E-actuators, engineers can obtain accurate, controllable movement for almost any performance and size requirement. The series features an advanced ball screw transmission system to handle a wide range of dynamic loads and speeds with exceptional thrust performance. The units come with integrated brushless or high-speed stepper motors and an integrated feedback encoder. In addition, the Mech Series delivers positioning accuracy to ±0.01 millimeter. Users can reduce space and cost by coupling the motors to the gearboxes or specify a sensorless version that uses motor control criteria to detect the correct position.

 

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The Benefits of Effector Offsets: The Invisible Tech that Delivers Real Results

 

The use of software control in cutting tool manufacture has made the process easier and more precise. ANCA continues to look for ways to improve their machines. Two huge benefits of software control are effector offsets and ANCA’s patented soft axes system. In this article, they review them both.

 

How Festo Is Filling the Training Gap with Workforce Development
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How Festo Is Filling the Training Gap with Workforce Development

 

Labour and skills shortages are among the most pressing challenges that manufacturers face today. Access to a large, high-quality workforce is critical for manufacturing to be successful. In this article, Greg James, Regional Sales Manager – Festo Didactic Ltd. shines some light onto what is being done in Canada to help ensure there are enough skilled workers available to keep the factory of the future running.

 

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Driving Digital Transformation Through Siemens Xcelerator and Its Leading Portfolio

 

Together with its partners and customers, Siemens is driving the digital transformation of economies through its open digital business platform Siemens Xcelerator, launched on June 29, 2022. The platform consists of a comprehensive, curated portfolio; a powerful ecosystem of partners and a marketplace for customers, partners and developers and strives to make digitalization easier, faster and at scale. Today, Siemens announced two new partnerships related to the Siemens Xcelerator platform.