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Ontario Streamlining Complex Approval Processes

March 6, 2024 Changes will protect world-class environmental standards while helping get shovels in the ground sooner As the Ontario government is investing nearly $98 billion over the next ten years to build new roads, highways and public transit, including Highway 413 and the Bradford Bypass, it is streamlining and simplifying the complex 50-year-old environmental…

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Easy Quick-Change of Gripper Fingers During the Ongoing Process

March 56, 2024 The new BSWS-R jaw quick-change system, SCHUNK enables automatic finger change during the ongoing process With the new BSWS-R jaw quick-change system, SCHUNK enables automatic finger change during the ongoing process. The cleverly designed system consists of just a few components and is compatible with all grippers with PGN-plus-P screw connection diagram….

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Government of Canada Announces $50 Million for Ontario’s Expansion of Clean, Reliable and Affordable Nuclear Energy

March 1, 2024 This investment comes as the Governments of Canada and Ontario are working together on the Canada-Ontario Regional Table collaboration framework For decades, Canada and Ontario’s nuclear technology has been world-leading, providing safe, reliable, and affordable non-emitting energy, as well as good jobs for workers, with over 75,000 hard-working Canadians employed across the…

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ANCA Celebrates a Half-Century Contribution to Industrial Progress Through Precision Cutting Tools

March 1, 2024 1.1 billion cutting tools and counting have shaped the world around us for 50 years Family, fulfillment, and a fascination with technology are all part of a formula that has seen ANCA lead the demanding niche of CNC tool and cutter grinders for a half-century. In its time, the Australia-based global business…

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Police Tactical Vest: IoT and AI to Enhance Safety on Operations

March 1, 2024 The new tactical IoT solution, which attaches to pre-installed body armor, ensures redundant safety and connectivity through a state-of-the-art AI-enhanced warning device that is independent of current radio systems The innovative connected tactical vest project uses artificial intelligence (AI) for its abnormal-situation detection system and can transmit this warning to a command…

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StarterSET – Create the Finished Machine More Quickly

February 29, 2024 With the StarterSET, SEW-Eurodrive gives you a basic package that you can expand with customized add-ons according to the requirements of your machines – in a flexible, modular, and independent way. It’s good to know that this gives you options. You can base your drive and automation technology entirely on products from…

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Comau and Leonardo Leverage Cognitive Robotics to Deliver Advanced Automated Inspection for Mission-Critical Aeronautical Structures

February 29, 2024 Comau and Leonardo Leverage Cognitive Robotics to Deliver Advanced Automated Inspection for Mission-Critical Aeronautical Structures The increasing push for faster processes, better control and higher quality in the aerospace industry necessitates a new generation of advanced automation designed to automate complex processes that until a short time ago could only be done…

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Small Controllers PNOZmulti 2 – New Input Module

February 29, 2024 To monitor pushbuttons and other digital sensors, you can use the input module PNOZ m ES 16DI for standard applications. Configurable in the software tool PNOZmulti Configurator from Version 11.3, 16 digital inputs are available for the connection of pushbuttons and other digital sensors. A maximum of 6 modules can be connected to the base unit PNOZ m B1, making a…

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The Power of OPC-UA in Industrial Automation

February 27, 2024 In the world of industrial automation, the need for seamless communication between devices and systems in paramount. This is where OPC-UA (Open Platform Communications United Architecture) comes into play. OPC-UA is an open and secure communication protocol that enables interoperability between different devices and software applications. In this blog post, Omron explores…

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Delta Unveils New Innovative AI Server Power Solutions at APEC 2024: ORV3 33kW / 18kW Power Shelves and Vertical Power Delivery Solutions

February 27, 2024 Delta Unveils New Innovative AI Server Power Solutions at APEC 2024: ORV3 33kW / 18kW Power Shelves and Vertical Power Delivery Solutions Delta, a global leader in power and thermal management solutions, announced presenting the next-generation power solutions capable of enhancing the energy efficiency in AI servers and data centers at IEEE…

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Ontario Investing Nearly $1.3 Billion to Stabilize Colleges and Universities

February 26, 2024 Province maintaining tuition fee freeze to keep costs down for students and parents The Ontario government has introduced a suite of measures to stabilize the province’s colleges and universities, including nearly $1.3 billion in new funding, while maintaining the tuition fee freeze to keep costs down for Ontario students and parents. The…

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ABB At Light + Building 2024: Experience Smart Buildings Cutting-Edge Technologies for Improved Interoperability, Efficiency and Livability

February 26, 2024 At Light + Building 2024 (Hall 12, Booth B/E 51) from March 3 to 8, ABB will be showcasing scalable solutions for residential, commercial and industrial buildings At the world’s leading trade fair for lighting and building technology, ABB will be demonstrating how digitalization and interoperability in smart functional buildings, modern living…

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ABB Appoints Morten Wierod to Succeed Björn Rosengren as CEO

February 26, 2024 From August 1, 2024, until the end of the year, Björn Rosengren will advise and assist Morten Wierod and the Executive Committee to ensure a seamless transition The ABB Board of Directors has appointed Morten Wierod as Chief Executive Officer. He will take office on August 1, 2024, and succeed Björn Rosengren,…

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A Basic Guide to the Types of Communication Interfaces Used in Mechatronic Automation

February 26, 2024 Mechatronic components, such as feedback devices, motors, and drives, often use various communication interfaces to interact with control systems and other devices. These communication interfaces have evolved over time to meet specific needs and standards in the industry. This article explores some of the common communication interfaces and provide a simplified overview…

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Introducing the New VLM-60 Multi-turn Encoder from Netzer Precision

February 26, 2024 Netzer is proud to introduce the new VLM-60 multi-turn, hollow shaft absolute rotary encoder, the ideal solution for smooth and continuous production with limited space. The VLM-60 multi-turn encoder from Netzer is an extremely low profile, hollow shaft absolute rotary encoder. Often used in multi-axis machinery, servo motors machine tools or robots,…

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Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. Provides an Automated Machine Tending Solution that Triples Output for Customer

February 26, 2024 TL Aerotek was looking for an automated solution to keep up with accelerating demand and found success using Mitsubishi Electric Automation’s plug-and-play machine tending solution, LoadMate Plus™. TL Aerotek, a small-job milling shop customer, experienced a large influx of orders. To keep up with demand, they sought a solution that would alleviate…