ATS Announces Acquisition of Intellectual Property Assets of Transformix
ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc. recently announced that it has acquired substantially all of the intellectual property assets of Transformix Engineering Inc..
Electro Sonic Debuts Line Card for Panel Builders
Electro Sonic listens to the street. In the Panel Builder arena, there was a need, and Electro Sonic moved to fill it. Their target audience are companies which design and manufacture automation and control systems.
Festo opens first global development centre, in Boston, for life science market
Recognizing that North America is at the forefront of the global life sciences market, Festo made Boston the site for its first development centre for innovations for that sector. The newly opened Boston Technical Engineering Centre (TEC) will develop advanced products by partnering with renowned medical and laboratory equipment manufacturers…
Updated Studio 5000 Software Reduces Machine Design Time, Enhances Industrial Security
The latest release of the Studio 5000 integrated development environment from Rockwell Automation can help get smart machines to market faster with enhanced security.
Rockwell Automation Joins Initiative to Bring OPC UA to Field-Level Devices
Rockwell Automation is joining an OPC Foundation initiative to extend the OPC UA protocol to field-level industrial communications.
The Future of Automation: Key Enabler for the Vision of Future Factories
The world of manufacturing has never been as dynamic as it is today. Automation powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI), Edge Computing (Edge) and Augmented Reality (AR) is driving a new chapter in the industrial revolution.
Danfoss acquires US-based industrial refrigeration technology leader
Danfoss recently announced the acquisition of AAIM Controls Inc, located in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania, US. AAIM Controls is a specialized supplier of custom-designed regulation and control automation solutions, from motor starters to complete PLC systems.
Schneider Electric: Simplify Your Switchgear Upgrade
Once you decide to modernize your electrical systems, there are a number of factors to consider. From spare parts availability to the impact of downtime, you have a partner to guide you through the process.
The Weidmüller Group announces new leadership for Weidmuller Canada
The Weidmüller Group is pleased to announce that Javi Richmond recently joined the company as Managing Director of Weidmuller Canada. Richmond replaces Terry Hodgson, who has been promoted to Executive Vice President of Weidmuller Inc, North America.
ISA to provide end-user perspective in new international smart manufacturing collaboration
A major international standards program on smart manufacturing will receive end-user input from the International Society of Automation (ISA), a developer of widely used international consensus standards in key areas of industrial automation, including cybersecurity, safety and enterprise-control integration.
The New Active & Intelligent Packaging Message: What it can do for you!
During its world Congress, held in Amsterdam, both the AIPIA President and its Chief Executive emphasized that the AIPIA (Active & Intelligent Packaging Industry Association) message has changed emphatically during 2018. No longer are we talking about ‘How it Works’, said Dick de Koning in his presidential opening address, it is now all about ‘What it can do for the Brand Owners’ he proclaimed.
Yokogawa and Sphera Reach Agreement to Provide Risk Assessment and Consulting Services for Plant Facilities
Yokogawa Electric Corporation has announce that it has reached a go-to-market agreement with Sphera Solutions, Inc., a provider of integrated risk management software and information services focusing on environmental health & safety, operational risk, and product stewardship. Starting December 3, 2018, Yokogawa will offer Sphera’s risk assessment and consulting services.
Automation Federation completes third review and update of the original Automation Competency Model
A review team of automation experts recently convened in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina to perform the third critical review of the Automation Competency Model (ACM) since its inception in 2008.
Seneca and KUKA Canada Ltd partner to enhance automation training for students
Seneca and KUKA Canada Ltd have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to provide Seneca students with state-of-the-art robotic equipment and the opportunity to enhance their manufacturing skills as future graduates within the postsecondary sector.
JMP Solutions Continues Growth Through Acquisition of Alfacon Solutions
JMP Solutions, industrial technology partner to the Fortune 1000, announced today that they have acquired the assets of Alfacon Solutions, a 35-year-old custom material handling solution provider based in Milton, Ontario.
Revolutionizing Just-in-Time Inventory Management With IIoT
Through the use of IIoT to connect wireless pushbuttons in the field to ERP inventory and order management, Jergens Industrial Supply is transforming its business for the digital future of industry.
