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Why Automotive Manufacturers Should Make the Move to Busbar Power in 2025

February 11, 2025 As automotive manufacturing continues to grow, with North American production projected to increase by 5% annually through 2031, manufacturers are under pressure to optimize workflows, reduce costs, and enhance efficiency. To stay competitive in 2025, they need flexible industrial automation solutions that can adapt to evolving production needs and enable smarter operations….

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At Major IEA Conference, Decision-Makers from Tech, Energy and Government Underscore AI’s Implications for Energy Security and Transitions

February 11, 2025 IEA Executive Director emphasises ‘there is no AI without energy – specifically electricity’ at event involving 500 participants, including tech & energy leaders and government ministers Leading figures from governments, the energy sector, the tech industry and civil society gathered this week for the first major international meeting of its kind addressing…

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Hammond Power Solutions Launches New Smart Transformers for Predictive Energy Management

February 5, 2025 Hammond Power Solutions proudly announces the launch of HPS Smart Transformers, now available for medium and low voltage transformers. This advanced solution integrates IIoT-enabled power monitors to provide critical data insights, empowering users to proactively analyze and address potential issues before they lead to costly downtime. HPS Smart Transformers are designed to give…

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POWERCRIMPER VARIO – Automatic Crimper for High Process Safety

February 5, 2025 Easy crimping for connectors and wire end ferrules – safe, flexible, electrical The semi-automated POWERCRIMPER VARIO from Weidmüller provides more flexibility in panel building, thereby creating real efficiency benefits. Thanks to its purely electric drive, the POWERCRIMPER VARIO as a purely crimping machine offers flexible application options in production. Different inserts, e.g….

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ABB and Agilent Technologies Enter Collaboration to Advance Laboratory Automation

February 5, 2025 ABB Robotics and Agilent Technologies collaborate to produce automated laboratory solutions ABB Robotics and Agilent Technologies, a global leader in analytical and laboratory technology and software, have signed a collaboration agreement to deliver automated laboratory solutions. Working together, ABB and Agilent will combine the benefits of their technologies to enable companies across…

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BWXT Enters Agreement to Acquire Kinectrics, a Leading Service Provider to the Global Nuclear Market

January 29, 2025 BWX Technologies, Inc. recently announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Kinectrics, Inc., for approximately US$525 million, including assumption of Kinectrics’ net pension and debt liabilities, and estimated transaction expenses. Kinectrics is a leader in providing lifecycle management services for the global nuclear power and transmission and distribution markets,…

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Ontario Exploring New Nuclear Energy Generation in Port Hope

January 28, 2025 Province engaging with municipality and Williams Treaties First Nations to produce affordable energy to meet soaring demand The Ontario government has asked Ontario Power Generation (OPG) to explore opportunities for new nuclear energy generation at their Wesleyville site, following expressions of interest from the Municipality of Port Hope and the Williams Treaties…

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From Small Lab to Global Additive Manufacturing Powerhouse

January 28, 2025 Waterloo’s MSAM Lab is increasing capacity for research, training and partnerships to meet growing demands in the field of advanced manufacturing By Darren McAlmont, University Relations In 2004, the Multi-Scale Additive Manufacturing (MSAM) Lab at the University of Waterloo was a small, 150 square foot, windowless space. Today, it has expanded to…

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LM26 Assembly Completion (December 2024)

January 27, 2025 LM26 Assembly Completion (December 2024) General Fusion is accelerating its progress by building a fusion demonstration called Lawson Machine 26 (LM26) to achieve technical breakthroughs that will de-risk and fast-track the path to a power plant. LM26 is designed to achieve fusion conditions of over 100 million degrees Celsius and scientific breakeven…

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Guide to Mechatronics – Part 7: Challenges and Problem-Solving in Mechatronics

January 27, 2025 The field of mechatronics, while innovative and dynamic, comes with its own technical and integration challenges. These challenges often stem from the interdisciplinary nature of mechatronic systems and the complexity of blending mechanical, electronic, and computational elements into a cohesive unit. Technical Challenges Integration Challenges Problem-Solving Approaches Addressing these challenges requires a…

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Magnetic Proximity Sensors for Customer-Specific Requirements

January 27, 2025 Specific Sensors: Tell celduc About Your Project If your application needs position, presence, level or speed detection, then take a look at the available solutions from celduc’s range of magnetic sensors. If you cannot find the right product for your application, don’t worry. They can even design a specific product that meets…

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Omron Announces ATS Corporation as a Certified Systems Integrator Partner

January 27, 2025 ATS Corporation Partners with Omron as Certified Systems Integrator Omron has welcomed ATS Corporation (ATS) as the newest partner in its Certified Systems Integrator program. Headquartered in Cambridge, Ontario, Canada, ATS is a global automation and technology company supporting customers across various industries, including Life Sciences, Food & Beverage, Energy, Consumer Products,…

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Schneider Electric Named The World’s Most Sustainable Corporation for a Second Time

January 24, 2025 Schneider Electric Named The World’s Most Sustainable Corporation for a Second Time Schneider Electric has been named the World’s Most Sustainable Corporation 2025 by Corporate Knights and is the only company to rank first in the Global 100 twice. Schneider Electric previously topped this annual list of the most sustainable publicly listed companies, generating annual…

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Province Investing in Hydroelectric Energy Across Northern Ontario

January 24, 2025 Refurbishments will create 1,000 good-paying jobs and provide reliable, affordable and clean energy to power growth The Ontario government is supporting Ontario Power Generation’s (OPG) plan to refurbish and expand hydroelectric generating stations across Northern Ontario. The $2 billion investment will secure up to 830 megawatts (MW) of clean electricity generation, equivalent…

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A New Era for Nuclear Energy Beckons as Projects, Policies and Investments Increase

January 24, 2025 Nuclear power is set to reach a new record in 2025 and can improve energy security as electricity demand accelerates – but costs, project overruns and financing must be addressed Renewed momentum behind nuclear energy has the potential to open a new era for the secure and clean power source as demand…

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Ontario Advancing Plan to Refurbish Pickering Nuclear Generating Station

January 23, 2025 Thirty-year extension would create thousands of jobs and low-cost emissions-free power The Ontario government has approved Ontario Power Generation’s (OPG) plan to proceed with the Project Definition Phase, the next step toward refurbishing Pickering Nuclear Generating Station’s “B” units to secure more power and create thousands of jobs across the province. As…