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…
May 4, 2023 As a warehouse or factory owner, you are always looking for ways to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and increase productivity. Investing in a pick and place Cobot could be the solution you have been searching for. Benefits of Pick and Place Cobots Pick and place Cobots are collaborative robots designed specifically for…
The first Festo automation components get their digital representations May 4, 2023 Faster time-to-market, more efficient engineering, more functionality and higher quality – these are the benefits of a digital twin for machine and system builders. Festo is working hard to equip its automation components with a digital twin – a digital representation in the…
May 4, 2023 Kollmorgen and OTTO Motors have announced their strategic technical collaboration. The collaboration between the two global leaders is a major milestone for the autonomous material handling industry. Kollmorgen and OTTO Motors share a common goal to deliver exceptional self-driving vehicle applications to OEMs and System Integrators that strive to streamline material handling…
May 4, 2023 Improving production efficiency and quality in control cabinet building is a common pursuit of Weidmüller and Eplan. To achieve this goal, both companies are working on the best possible integration of their interfaces and data models. This has resulted in a technology partnership that was sealed in 2022 as part of the…
May 4, 2023 Revolutionary energy efficiency & sustainability starts with innovative technology. Sustainability and energy efficiency are among the greatest challenges facing industrial companies. This entails careful analysis of every aspect, from small pieces of equipment through to large-scale production machines. To limit the impact of climate change, CO2 emissions should be avoided wherever possible….
May 4, 2023 The muting safety function enables a smooth production process when material is fed in and out via a conveyor. With applications such as the monitoring of conveyor belts, palletizing or controlling the outflow of packages, unnecessary downtimes can be avoided, and productivity increased. The muting arms available for the safety light curtains PSENopt II make integration and…
May 4, 2023 The decentralized FIEPOS power supplies with high protection classes IP54, IP65 or IP67 were developed for flexible use directly in the field. Decentralization. Field power supplies. The need for flexible, modular systems shapes machine and system engineering. Decentralization of the system components has proven to be an important factor for success. It speeds up…
May 3, 2023 Rockwell Automation, one of the world’s largest company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, has announced it has been positioned by Gartner as a Leader in the Magic Quadrant for Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) with its portfolio of offerings being evaluated, including FactoryTalk MES and the Plex Smart Manufacturing Platform.1 The evaluation was based on…
May 3, 2023 AutomationDirect has added Swivellink Standard series device mounting systems to their Barcode/RFID/Vision product category. Device mounting systems are assembled using several components and can be configured to mount vision cameras, lights, sensors, and scanners. They allow for precise adjustment and ease of equipment installation. These mounting systems are modular, and components are…
May 3, 2023 SurgePure’s industrial surge protection devices are rated foremost in the industry because of their unique ‘Non-Degrading’ design. You won’t be left second-guessing if you’re protected or not with SurgePure’s premium ‘Single-Element’ surge protection systems. What is Dirty Power Costing You? Dirty power is not good for any business and usually ends up costing you thousands in…