May 11, 2023 Penetration testing is the process of launching a real-world cyberattack simulation to assess and improve vulnerabilities and weaknesses in operational technology (OT) system security. Rockwell Automation cybersecurity specialists are well trained in the use of the same tools and systems used by threat actors. To identify vulnerabilities, a threat is intentionally launched…
Financial figures for the KUKA business year 2022 May 11, 2023 A strong result for KUKA: The Augsburg-based automation group won more orders than ever before in the past financial year: at €4,459.5 million, KUKA achieved the highest order intake in the company’s history, an increase of 25.1% compared to the previous year (2021: €3,565.3 million). All KUKA divisions…
The Vision Hardware Portfolio Receives the Red Dot Award and the iF Design Award Gold May 11, 2023 Beckhoff Vision now includes a complete hardware portfolio in addition to the TwinCAT Vision software solution that was introduced in 2017. From the very beginning, its development was oriented around an optimal design and concepts for industrial…
XTS with NCT: Linear transport system as a highly flexible multi-robot system May 11, 2023 The XTS linear transport system from Beckhoff has already proven to be an innovation factor in thousands of machines, and the ongoing expansion of its range of functions offers plenty of market potential for the future. A prime example here…
Change was a common theme of the event, as was adjusting to it and rising to the challenge May 10, 2023 By Krystie Johnston Endress+Hauser recently concluded their Annual Media Conference in Basel, Switzerland on April 4th, 2023. Like past media conferences, they reviewed the previous financial year and provided an outlook for the current…
Company showcases top 10 most viewed blogs of 2022 covering challenges and solutions across all industries May 10, 2023 Endress+Hauser has further cemented its dedication to providing much-needed insight and subject matter expertise to the process automation industry. The company launched the Endress+Hauser Process Automation Blog to help its customers and peers understand the most…
May 10, 2023 On May 17 and 18, 2023, the very first edition of the Robotics & Automation Show will take place at the Center Caztel, in Sainte-Marie, in order to allow Quebec manufacturers to have privileged access to cutting-edge processes and to stakeholders for guide them in their robotics and automation project. Développement économique Nouvelle-Beauce…
May 9, 2023 IIoT solutions for industrial communication in process industries. Pepperl+Fuchs has been active in the Industry 4.0 platform founded in 2013 from the very beginning. In 2015, the company played a decisive role in the development of the Industry 4.0 Reference Architecture Model (RAMI), which describes the structured approach and communication basis for Industry 4.0….
May 8, 2023 Every year, HMS Networks analyzes the industrial network market to estimate the distribution of new connected nodes in factory automation. This year’s study shows that the industrial network market is expected to grow by 7% in 2023. Industrial Ethernet still shows the highest growth and now accounts for 68% of all new…
May 8, 2023 Leuze is placing its strong growth on a broader footing and has expanded its executive management. Xavier Hamers joined the company on April 1, 2023. By 2025, Leuze will have doubled its sales growth since 2020, and not for the first time. With a sales increase of 25 percent, Leuze took another…
May 8, 2023 HMS Networks now releases a new version of the Ixxat SafeT100 module allowing users to implement safe I/Os for FSoE – Functional Safety over EtherCAT. Previously available for PROFIsafe and CIP Safety, the new version supports Functional Safety over EtherCAT according to ETG 5100 V1.2.0. Ixxat® Safe T100 is an all-in-one safety…
May 8, 2023 The ABB #Buildthefuture Roadshow returns for a second year with its hands-on, in-person events across Ontario and Quebec from April to June 2023. The 400 square foot showroom on wheels demos the breadth of ABB’s offering. The showroom showcases how ABB’s innovative technology helps industries safely reduce their carbon footprint while limiting…
Students won four gold medals, two silver and three bronze May 5, 2023 By Chris Clay It was a successful showing for Humber College students at the Skills Ontario Competition as they earned a number of medals including several golds. The annual competition gives students an opportunity to show off the skills they’ve learned in their programs as…
May 4, 2023 From mining critical minerals to building batteries and cars, Ontario and Canada continue to attract historic, transformational investments across the electric vehicle supply chain to secure more good-paying jobs for workers today and for decades to come. Last month, Ontario and Canada secured a historic investment from Volkswagen, Europe’s largest automaker. Volkswagen…
May 4, 2023 Siemens’ intelligent software landscape for process industries can help your business stay competitive and future-ready. With advanced features and cutting-edge technology, their software is designed to meet the evolving requirements of modern businesses. Their software for process industries can increase your agility and speed, reduce your carbon footprint, and provide you with…
May 4, 2023 Proax Technologies is thrilled to announce the launch of their brand new website updates WeAutomate! Their team has been working hard to bring you a more user-friendly and intuitive experience. With the updates, you’ll enjoy faster load times, new BOM tool, and an updated design that makes it easier to find what…