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Province Launches Largest Competitive Energy Procurement in Ontario History

August 28, 2024 Procurement will ensure long-term affordability as electricity demand forecasts to rise 60 per cent by 2050 The Ontario government is launching the largest competitive energy procurement in the province’s history, focused on generating affordable electricity for families and businesses. This builds on the province’s plan to procure up to 5,000 megawatts (MW)…

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Sandvik Coromant Introduces New Brand Identity

August 28, 2024 Sandvik Coromant is united with its customers and partners in a pursuit of innovation and improvements The new brand identity reflects the commitment to innovation and sustainable progress. Integral to the new identity is a mindset called manufacturing wellness, which is highlighting the value of shaping resilient, thriving, sustainable manufacturers that positively impact…

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ABB to Acquire Födisch Group Strengthening Global Leadership in Continuous Emission Monitoring

August 27, 2024 ABB has announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire Födisch Group, a leading developer of advanced measurement and analytical solutions for the energy and industrial sectors. The acquisition enhances ABB’s offering in continuous emission monitoring systems (CEMS) and bolsters its competitiveness in technology and innovation. Through the acquisition, ABB will…

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NVIDIA Announces Generative AI Models and NIM Microservices for OpenUSD Language, Geometry, Physics and Materials

August 27, 2024 New Services Accelerate Universal Scene Description-Based Workflows and Development of Industrial Digital Twins and Robotics NVIDIA has announced major advancements to Universal Scene Description, or OpenUSD, that will expand adoption of the universal 3D data interchange framework to robotics, industrial design and engineering, and accelerate developers’ abilities to build highly accurate virtual worlds…

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New Study Finds Workforce Challenges Emerge as a Top Concern Among CPG Manufacturers

August 27, 2024 Global study reveals critical workforce issues, rising technology budgets, and evolving strategic priorities for CPG manufacturers. Rockwell Automation, Inc. one of the world’s largest companies dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, have announced the results of the 9th annual “State of Smart Manufacturing Report: CPG Edition.” The global study encompasses the…

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Highly Functional and Incredibly Energy-Efficient Thanks to Silicon Carbide

August 27, 2024 AX8000 multi-axis servo system extended by SiC axis module The AX8000 multi-axis servo system from Beckhoff is renowned for its high functionality and has now been expanded to include an axis module with silicon carbide (SiC) semiconductors instead of the conventional IGBTs. These SiC semiconductors set new standards in switching voltage and…

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Canada Implementing Measures to Protect Canadian Workers and Key Economic Sectors from Unfair Chinese Trade Practices

August 26, 2024 Canada’s auto manufacturing industry directly supports over 125,000 good-paying Canadian jobs, many of which are unionized, and our electric vehicle (EV) supply chain potential is ranked first in the world. Similarly, Canada’s steel and aluminum sectors support over 130,000 jobs across the country. However, Canadian auto workers and the auto sector currently…

International Compliance – CE Marking and Services for Machinery
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International Compliance – CE Marking and Services for Machinery

August 26, 2024 CE marking in accordance with current requirements, from a one-stop shop Pilz uses their proven expertise and comprehensive service to support you during the CE marking process. This is required for new or modified machinery being imported or put into service in the EU. Manufacturers have been obliged to carry out a…

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ABB Canada Launches Ergonomics Pilot Project to Help Improve Employee Health and Safety at Work

August 26, 2024 ABB Canada’s Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) team recently deployed an ergonomics pilot project at its Iberville, Quebec, facility aimed at improving overall employee well-being in the workplace. Exoskeletons are assistive technologies that mechanically support the body and reduce the stresses associated with physical work such as lifting heavy loads. Specifically, passive…

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Olis Robotics Launches New PLC Capabilities at IMTS

August 21, 2024 Remote monitoring, diagnostics, and debugging is now possible across complete industrial cells, thanks to powerful new PLC functionality built into the company’s flagship ‘Olis’ solution. Olis Robotics will launch the world’s most comprehensive remote diagnostics solution for industrial automation cells at IMTS 2024 in Chicago, September 9-14, following the addition of powerful…

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Ontario Investing $10 Million to Train Workers in Shipbuilding and Repair

August 21, 2024 Employer-led training program trains and up-skills workers in St. Catharines, Hamilton and Thunder Bay The Ontario government is investing $10 million through the Skills Development Fund (SDF) Training Stream with Ontario Shipyards Inc. to train and upskill workers for careers in the shipbuilding and repair sector. This is part of the government’s up…

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Ontario Welcomes Over $37 Million Manufacturing Boost in Kingston

August 21, 2024 Expansion projects by two companies will create 70 new, good-paying jobs The Ontario government is welcoming over $37 million in investments from two Kingston-based companies, strengthening local manufacturing and driving economic growth in the region. IPG Photonics Inc., a manufacturer of optical sensors and software, is investing more than $21 million to…

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Guide to Mechatronics – Part 3: Strategies for Integrating Mechatronic Subsystems

August 20, 2024 Integrating various subsystems in mechatronics is a complex task that requires a thoughtful approach, blending mechanical, electronic, and computing components into a cohesive and efficient system. Methodologies for Integration: Common Challenges in Integration: Overcoming Integration Challenges: Integration of mechatronic subsystems is as much an art as it is a science. It requires…

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Voyager Space Selected as First Technical Support Team Member for Spaceport Nova Scotia

August 21, 2024 Voyager will provide comprehensive engineering, design and fabrication support to Maritime Launch Maritime Launch Services is pleased to announce that the company has selected Voyager Space (Voyager) as the first Owner Authorized Representative (OAR) for the next phase of development, Spaceport Nova Scotia’s launch support infrastructure. This strategic partnership between the two…

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Automating the Impossible In Any Factory, In Any country.

August 20, 2024 Explore how Bosch Rexroth combined the Anybus Communicator with their Smart Flex Effector to bring industrial automation’s most versatile compensation module to the world. Bosch RexrothBosch Rexroth, the automation branch of the Bosch group, has over 32,000 employees worldwide and specializes in advanced drive and control technologies. At their Customer and Innovation…

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CNL Launches New Nuclear & Emerging Technologies (N2ET) Program to Accelerate Innovative, Next-Generation Technologies

August 20, 2024 Canada’s national nuclear laboratories consolidates clean energy and health sciences projects into new N2ET program, which is designed to fast-track promising technologies Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL), Canada’s premier nuclear science and technology organization, is pleased to announce the launch of an exciting portfolio of work known as the New Nuclear & Emerging…