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ITC 101 Series: Why You Should Use Ferrules & Crimp Terminals for Safer Connections
Proper wire termination helps create secure, reliable electrical connections in control panels and machinery. Ferrules and crimp terminals prepare wire ends for different connection types, providing several benefits such as strong mechanical and electrical connections, reduced electrical resistance, protecting wire ends from fraying, corrosion and short circuits, as well as organized wiring for easy installation…
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Review Your Safety System Before Age Becomes a Risk
When was the last time you reviewed your machine safety system? Many safety components have a mission time of up to 20 years or are limited by operating cycles. As components age, failure risks increase, spare parts become harder to find, and unplanned downtime becomes more likely.
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Choosing the Right Cooling Unit for Electrical Enclosures: The Smart Way to Size It
Selecting the right cooling solution for an electrical enclosure is more than a technical detail — it directly impacts reliability, efficiency, and operating costs. This article explores the correct sizing method, compares available cooling technologies, and shows how tools like Cosmotec WebSelect help panel builders make faster, smarter, and more accurate decisions.
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Noramco Announces the Appointment of Ray Brown as Their New National Advisor, Strategic Projects
Congratulations to Ray Brown on his promotion to National Advisor, Strategic Projects! Over the past six years, Ray has played a key role in establishing and growing Noramco’s Strategic Projects business. In his new national role, he will focus on mentoring and developing their Strategic Projects team while supporting major project initiatives across Canada. Read More…
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Electro-Federation Canada (EFC) Announces the Appointment of Patrick McManus as President & CEO
Electro-Federation Canada (EFC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Patrick McManus as President & CEO, effective October 13, 2026. McManus will succeed Carol McGlogan, who is retiring following 10 years with EFC. McGlogan will remain with the organization through the end of 2026 to support a smooth leadership transition. McManus is an experienced association… Read More…
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COMING SOON: NOARK’s L1H UL1053 RCCB – Because Residual Current Protection Matters!
Ground faults can occur without generating enough current to trip conventional overcurrent protection. RCCBs detect potentially hazardous leakage currents, adding an important layer of protection for people, equipment and property.
✓ Up to 63A
✓ Electromagnetic tripping technology
✓ Strong anti-interference performance
✓ Rugged, heat-resistant construction
✓ Easy fault identification
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PLANET Series – The New Benchmark for DIN Rail Power Supplies
Designed for maximum performance, PULS’s new PLANET series offers significantly improved efficiency, compact control cabinet integration, long service life and ease of use at an increase of around 27% in comparison to the previous QS and QT series. PULS is setting new standards for single- and three-phase DIN rail power supplies with over 40 years of development experience and state-of-the-art power electronics. Contact X Tronics for availability in Canada.
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Rockwell Automation: The 5 Priorities Defining Manufacturing’s Next Chapter
A few years ago, the focus was on digital transformation itself. Organizations were asking whether they should invest, where to begin, and how quickly they could justify the cost. Today, the debate is largely over. According to Rockwell Automation’s 11th annual State of Smart Manufacturing Report, 90% of manufacturers now say digital transformation is necessary… Read More…
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LOVATO Electric: Optimizing Energy Consumption in Industrial Greenhouses in Canada – A Key to Productivity
The industrial greenhouse sector in Canada is booming, driven by the growing demand for fresh, locally grown produce available year-round. However, this growth comes with a major challenge: energy consumption. Lighting, heating, ventilation, irrigation, and automation are all significant cost factors for greenhouse operators. In some facilities, energy expenses can account for 30 to 40%… Read More…
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Your Water Systems Face 7 Known Threats to Uptime
Unplanned downtime in water and wastewater operations is not random. It is caused by known, preventable threats. The ACQ580 drive is purpose-built to address the toughest challenges your systems face, from cavitation and water hammer damage to process control inefficiency.
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Compact Waterproof Connections with Techno TEEPLUG®
Techno TEEPLUG® plug and socket connectors provide compact, reliable connections for power, signal, lighting and industrial automation applications. Designed for indoor and outdoor use, the range offers high IP Ratings up to IP69, quick installation with screw or screwless connection options…
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TURCK: TBEN-LLH-4RMC Roller Motor Control Module
Take control of conveyor performance with TURCK’s roller motor control technology. The TBEN-LLH-4RMC is a compact multiprotocol Ethernet I/O module engineered to simplify the control and integration of conveyor roller motors in material handling and intralogistics applications. Read More…
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ABB: AC500-eCo V3 PLC
ABB’s AC500-eCo V3 PLC brings everything together – communication, performance, and flexibility in a compact format. With built-in protocols and expansion options, it’s the smart core of any small-to-medium automation solution. Just power it up, connect, and you’re ready to control. AC500-eCo V3 is a comprehensive range of PLCs providing ready-to-go solutions with all necessary… Read More…
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