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Emerson Expands Automation Leadership With Agreement to Acquire Flexim

Acquisition enhances Emerson’s intelligent devices portfolio with innovative ultrasonic technology November 23, 2023 Emerson has announced a definitive agreement to acquire FLEXIM Emerson has announced a definitive agreement to acquire FLEXIM Flexible Industriemeßtechnik GmbH (“Flexim”), a global leader in clamp-on ultrasonic flow measurement for liquids, gases and steam. Headquartered in Berlin, Germany, Flexim brings highly…

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Omron Launches V460 Handheld Barcode Reader with Intelligent Lighting for Reading of Difficult Part Marks and Labels

November 16, 2023 The V460 sets a new standard for usability The new Omron V460 handheld barcode reader provides an intelligent out-of-box reading experience to decode direct part marks and labels of a variety of sizes and distances, while seamlessly communicating to the most common PLC platforms. Leading automation solution provider, Omron Automation, launches its…

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How the Latest Handheld Barcode Reader is Making it Easy for Users to Overcome Traceability Challenges

November 13, 2023 V460 is an advanced handheld barcode reader that has set a new standard for reading capabilities There are a variety of challenges that manufacturers face when trying to efficiently use traceability technology. Difficult to read direct part marks can hinder the performance of traceability in a production process. The V460 is an advanced…

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Endress+Hauser Enhances its Go-To Flowmeter for Food+Beverage and Life Sciences

November 7, 2023 Promag H flowmeter provides temperature, flow and conductivity measurement in one device Endress+Hauser is adding more innovations to its feature-rich Proline Promag H 300/500 series electromagnetic flowmeters for hygienic operations, endowing them with more capability to assure process integrity and maximize production uptime. Promag H is the go-to series for the food…

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Ontario and Nevada Strengthen Economic Ties

New agreement between Ontario and Nevada will increase trade and build stronger supply chains October 4, 2023 Ontario and Nevada are strengthening their economic relationship through a new partnership that will increase trade, attract investments and strengthen supply chains in both jurisdictions. The new Economic Cooperation Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) will support joint promotion of…

Compact NOA Edge Device Comprising Embedded PC, HART I/O Terminals, and OPC UA Server
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Compact NOA Edge Device Comprising Embedded PC, HART I/O Terminals, and OPC UA Server

October 2, 2023 PC-based control for the implementation of NAMUR Open Architecture (NOA) at Bayer Process analytical technology (PAT) plays a crucial role in the chemical industry. Bayer AG, for example, is enhancing efficiency and transitioning from time-based to condition-based maintenance by embracing the cutting-edge NOA concept. This is implemented through the seamless integration of…

Festo at CMTS 2023: Presenting Best-In-Class Automation Solutions for Small Tasks, Big Jobs
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Festo at CMTS 2023: Presenting Best-In-Class Automation Solutions for Small Tasks, Big Jobs

September 18, 2023 Festo’s “Blue Path to Higher Efficiency” underscores how its latest products help position users for a sustainable future At the Canadian Manufacturing Technology Show (CMTS) 2023, Festo is showcasing its latest motion control technology for performing simple or complex tasks and almost anything in between. CMTS visitors also can see examples of…

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Ontario Supporting Made-In-Ontario Life Sciences Innovations

$3 million in funding helping six companies bring Ontario medical innovations to the world August 22., 2023 The Ontario government is investing $3 million to help six life sciences companies develop and bring to market made-in-Ontario medical innovations and health-care solutions. These companies are the first recipients to receive support from the province’s Life Sciences…

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Ontario Supporting Innovation in Growing Life Sciences Sector

August 21, 2023 $9.7 million in funding helping the Ontario Bioscience Innovation Organization bring new technologies to market The Ontario government is investing up to $9.7 million to support a project by the Ontario Bioscience Innovation Organization (OBIO) that will help Ontario companies in the life sciences sector adopt and develop critical technologies, such as 5G, ethical…

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Omron Introduces F440 Smart Camera: Offering Flexibility and Machine Design with Compact and Powerful Machine Vision

July 24, 2023 With its compact form factor, the F440 is ideal for OEMs and manufacturers seeking a state-of-the-art smart camera that combines power and quality in a small package. Industry-leading automation solutions provider Omron Automation Americas announces the launch of the F440 Smart Camera, an innovative solution designed to add flexibility to machine vision applications. It…

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Ontario Advancing Growing Automotive, Life Sciences and Tech Sectors with Mission to South Korea and Japan

Investors announce new $100 million South Korea-Canada life sciences venture capital fund July 19, 2023 The Ontario government has concluded a successful business mission to South Korea and Japan to strengthen relationships with economic partners and attract new investments in key sectors, including the life sciences and automotive sectors. As part of the mission, LSK…

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Endress+Hauser’s iTHERM Self-Calibrating Thermometers Create New Possibilities with Additional Smart, Safety, Features

June 19, 2023 Endress+Hauser has introduced generation 2.0 of its iTHERM TrustSens TM371/TH372, which they claim is still the world’s only self-calibrating RTD thermometer for hygienic operations. Gen 2.0 includes new smart and safe features for added convenience and expanded roles in the life sciences and food-and-beverage sectors in particular. These include a wider operating…

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F440: The Latest in High-Resolution Compact Smart Cameras

The F440 Smart Camera is the latest in high-resolution compact smart cameras from Omron Automation. June 14, 2023 The F440 is the latest in high-resolution compact smart cameras from Omron Automation. Featuring a 5 MP Global Shutter sensor, this fully contained vision system can tackle even the most difficult machine vision applications. The Omron F440…

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Four Reasons Why Omron’s F440 Is the Perfect Smart Camera for Embedded Applications

June 12, 2023 Many applications in the life science, food and commodity, and other industries require small-form-factor smart cameras to be embedded within a machine. Understandably OEMs with s such needs are looking for smart camera technology that can fit in cramped spaces without sacrificing power or quality.  Omron’s new F440, which is the latest…

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RS’s Automated Warehouse Expansion: A Closer Look

June 1, 2023 Check out all the high-tech improvements that make RS’s newly-expanded warehouse run smoothly and sustainably for their suppliers and customers! The warehouse features automated robotic storage and retrieval! Design it. Build it. Maintain it. Partnership for your entire facility, end to end. More Information RS Online Related Story Allied Electronics & Automation…

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Ethernet-APL is Ready, Endress+Hauser to Begin Rollout of Compatible Devices

May 24, 2023 Following on the success of a multi-partner load-testing program, Endress+Hauser is launching a full portfolio of Ethernet-APL measuring devices based on the PROFINET protocol. Expectations in the process sector for this new advanced physical layer are enormous, and the load testing results confirm the technology’s potential as a game-changer in industrial communication….