August 15, 2024 PC-based control and EtherCAT from Beckhoff power the Twin Robotic NDT System while boosting aerospace inspection speeds by a factor of 10 Designing non-destructive test (NDT) systems for aerospace clients can feel like engineering with blindfolds on. Even when the parts under test aren’t confidential, they can change rapidly as companies optimize…
August 14, 2024 CoreTigo and Raven.ai are pleased to announce their collaboration, offering a robust and rapidly deployable solution that enhances production efficiency and operational excellence in manufacturing. The partnership is set to provide manufacturers with fast and easy-to-use tools for improving Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and optimizing machine performance. By integrating Raven’s OEE and…
August 14, 2024 Hundreds of thousands of Canadians are switching to heat pumps as a way to cut their energy bills and contribute to the fight against climate change. The increased demand in heat pumps, backed by a range of government programming, is supporting good jobs in a cleaner economy. Installing and maintaining this technology…
August 17, 2024 Successful start for new apprentices and practice-integrated students 41 new apprentices and 32 students joined Beckhoff on August 1, embarking on the first stage of their professional careers, and they are delighted that they are settling in well. The first two induction days featured a variety of tours, presentations, and workshops, giving…
August 13, 2024 Maritime Launch Services Inc. and a prominent international launch vehicle operator have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to facilitate the launch of a small-class orbital vehicle from Spaceport Nova Scotia. This strategic agreement marks a significant milestone for Canada’s participation in international space collaboration and aims to boost the capabilities of…
August 13, 2024 From mining critical minerals to building cars and batteries, Canada is attracting historic investments to help secure and create jobs, grow our economy and keep our air clean. In the last four years, we’ve seen companies announce more than $46 billion in electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing investments across Canada. They want a…
August 13, 2024 Thinking big but starting small – this is often a sensible step to take to be successful. With the digital transformation in full swing, the same applies to engineering. It’s an excellent idea for experts in the field to network: worldwide! This is exactly what will be taking place at the Eplan…
August 12, 2024 Decentralized Variable Frequency Drives (VFD’S) Power, Communications, Integration and Support All-in-One! SEW-EURODRIVE’s decentralized drive technology has everything you need – compact drive units, decentralized inverters and motion controllers for field use – and everything can be easily combined and recombined as required. This is all possible because the standardized control and communication…
August 12, 2024 By Krystie Johnston SEW-Eurodrive specializes in custom, scalable drive solutions that focus on meeting the needs of customers today – and into the future. SEW-Eurodrive’s decentralized variable frequency drives combine power, communications, integration, and support all-in-one, saving you time and money. They have this and so much more to offer. SEW-Eurodrive has set…
August 12, 2024 Modern automation and industrial control systems rely heavily on inductive proximity sensors like ones from Omron. These sensors use the principles of electromagnetic induction to determine if metallic items are present or absent without coming into direct touch with them. Their resistance to harsh circumstances, such as exposure to dust, grime, oil, and…
August 12, 2024 Funding will help connect over 36,000 workers to better jobs and bigger paycheques The Ontario government is investing nearly $17 million through the Skills Development Fund (SDF) to train over 36,000 workers in the North for in-demand careers in mining, construction, energy and forestry and build new training facilities. With this investment, the province…
August 12, 2024 Manufacturing seems to be a mixed bag right now, with some folks up big and others struggling. Finding welders continues to drive challenges for fabricators and when we look to automation, it can feel overwhelming to trade a welder shortage for a robot tech shortage. While no one wants to turn away…
August 8, 2024 CanREA’s Go Solar Guide 2024 is the go-to resource for Canadians looking to install solar on their rooftops and homes. The Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) launched the 2024 edition of its highly anticipated annual Go Solar Guide on July 22. This free consumer guide contains everything homeowners and small business owners…
August 8, 2024 FANUC America has expanded its footprint to over 2 million square feet and has created over 400 jobs since 2019. FANUC America, a global leader in robotics and automation systems, has officially unveiled its new 650,000 square foot West Campus facility in Auburn Hills, Michigan. The expansion increases the footprint in Michigan…
August 8, 2024 Food producers who use compressed air in their operations can rely on the MS-Series from Festo to ensure compliance with SQF-Certification By Krystie Johnston Festo has a broad portfolio of products and solutions for the food industry. One facet of this offering is their MS-Series compressed air preparation units designed with your…
August 8, 2024 Applications now open for largest round of Skills Development Fund to train workers in manufacturing, construction and technology The Ontario government’s Skills Development Fund (SDF) Training Stream opened on July 29, with up to an additional $260 million available, the biggest funding round since the Fund launched in 2021. Building on the success of…