New Festo Canada Program Helps End Users Find System Integrators for Automation Projects 
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New Festo Canada Program Helps End Users Find System Integrators for Automation Projects 

New Festo Canada Program Helps End Users Find System Integrators for Automation Projects  – For end users wanting to incorporate more automation in their operations but lacking the in-house capability to make it happen, Festo Canada has a solution to overcome that barrier. The company’s new Certified System Integrator Program will match an end user with highly skilled system integrators, providing the validated know-how and expertise to turn the aspirational into the realizable.

E.B. Horsman & Son Partners with North Island College to Enhance Lab on Automation, Controls, and Instrumentation

E.B. Horsman & Son Partners with North Island College to Enhance Lab on Automation, Controls, and Instrumentation

E.B. Horsman & Son was proud to recently partner with North Island College to enhance their lab focused on automation, controls, and instrumentation. Along with Siemens, they designed custom posters that showcase key Siemens products, bring real-world leaning tools to the classroom.

EPLAN Data Portal Update September 2024

EPLAN Data Portal Update September 2024

In this update of the EPLAN Data Portal, there are now a total of 507 manufacturers and more than 1,860,000 data sets are available with the latest updates in August and September 2024. New manufacturer catalogs are available from Chenguang Cable, EISELE GmbH, EcoG, Hoshimoto Co. Ltd., Mibu Denki Industrial Co. Ltd., Ouneva Group, People Electric Appliance Co., Ltd., Shanghai UPUN Electric (Group) Co., Ltd., and Suzhou cableplus Technologies Co., Ltd..

Welcome to German Technology Day 2024
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Welcome to German Technology Day 2024

After another successful German Technology Day, it is back in 2024 with over 30 major German companies with expertise in automation and advanced manufacturing solutions. This year, the sixth edition of German Technology Day Canada will take place on October 31st at the Toronto Convention Center. With over 30 companies, this will be the biggest edition. This event is aimed at designers/engineers, technicians, system integrators, panel builders, supply chain professionals and all members of the industrial IT manufacturing and electrical industries. As industries become more competitive and strive for return on investment, we seek to show you ways to work smarter, not harder, to be more productive.

Siemens Webinar: Surge Protection for Industrial Control Panels in North America
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Siemens Webinar: Surge Protection for Industrial Control Panels in North America

How can you select and wire the correct surge protection devices? Discover the physical background and the importance of overvoltage surge protection in industrial machinery for the specific North American market. Explore the selection and proper wiring of surge protection devices and gain a deeper understanding of their role in protecting your machinery.​

Littelfuse Appoints Jebco Agencies As Manufacturer Representatives In Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Northwestern Ontario

Littelfuse Appoints Jebco Agencies As Manufacturer Representatives In Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Northwestern Ontario

Littelfuse is excited to announce the appointment of Jebco Agencies as our official Industrial Business Unit (IBU) manufacturer representative in Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Northwestern Ontario. With regional offices in both provinces and a strong outside sales presence, Jebco Agencies is well-positioned to deliver Littelfuse’s innovative solutions to customers across these regions.

International Compliance – CE Marking and Services for Machinery
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International Compliance – CE Marking and Services for Machinery

August 27, 2024 CE marking in accordance with current requirements, from a one-stop shop Pilz uses their proven expertise and comprehensive service to support you during the CE marking process. This is required for new or modified machinery being imported or put into service in the EU. Manufacturers have been obliged to carry out a…

Panduit Boosts PDU Offerings with Worldwide Release of G6 Series
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Panduit Boosts PDU Offerings with Worldwide Release of G6 Series

August 27, 2024 Panduit, a global leader in innovative electrical and network infrastructure solutions, is pleased to announce the global release of its G6 PDU Series. The innovative G6 line marries the best-in-class form factor of the G5 Series with an upgraded intelligence card to bring faster performance along with new functions and cybersecurity improvements…

ABB Reinforces Commitment to Circularity with First EPD Certified Instrumentation

ABB Reinforces Commitment to Circularity with First EPD Certified Instrumentation

August 27, 2024 ABB has announced its first instrumentation product with an Environmental Product Declaration, demonstrating its continued commitment to circularity and sustainability. The PGS300, an all-rounder gauge pressure transmitter, is used for measuring liquid, gas and steam pressure, and is key for the safety and efficiency in industries such as chemicals, oil & gas,…

RS Adds Lincoln Industrial and MTE Corporation as New Industrial Lubrication and Power Quality Solutions Suppliers
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RS Adds Lincoln Industrial and MTE Corporation as New Industrial Lubrication and Power Quality Solutions Suppliers

RS has recently added two new suppliers to its expansive line card: Lincoln Industrial, an SKF brand, and MTE Corporation. Lincoln Industrial, an SKF brand, is a global supplier of industrial lubrication equipment, handheld lubrication tools, and accessories backed by a combination of more than 300 years of research and development experience dedicated to reducing friction. MTE Corporation is a global supplier of simple, robust power quality solutions. Formed in 1982 by combining three well-established and -respected companies that specialized in different magnetics and transformer designs.

EPLAN Data Portal Update 02 July 2024
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EPLAN Data Portal Update 02 July 2024

In this update of the EPLAN Data Portal, there are now a total of 496 manufacturers and more than 1,800,000 data sets that are available with the update on July 25, 2024. New manufacturer catalogs are available from iba AG with 5 new data sets for PLCs, JingQi (Tianjin) technology Co., Ltd. with 210 new data sets for PLCs, sensors, switches and pushbuttons, and Kriwan Industrie-Elektronik GmbH with 13 new data sets for general, measuring instruments and test devices.

Pilz Training Courses on Plant and Machinery Safety
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Pilz Training Courses on Plant and Machinery Safety

Plant safety is vitally important for the safe operation of technical plants. As a machine manufacturer or operator you are legally obliged to ensure the safety of plant, machinery and devices. Training teaches you to identify risks and avoid accidents. Further training for safety officers and employees is the key to success here. With this knowledge you can operate plants more efficiently and safely carry out maintenance work. By integrating plant safety into your company you are demonstrating responsibility and increasing the confidence of authorities, employees and the public. Plant safety also contributes towards the prevention of environmental pollution and damage.

EPLAN Data Portal Update 01 July 2024

EPLAN Data Portal Update 01 July 2024

In this update of the EPLAN Data Portal, there are now a total of 492 manufacturers and more than 1,779,000 data sets that are available with the update on July 09, 2024. Companies with updated and new data include: ABB LTD with 180 new data sets for signal devices, sensors, switches and pushbuttons; KEYENCE CORPORATION with 35 new data sets for amplifiers, cables, controllers, PLCs, sensors, switches and pushbuttons; and Rockwell Automation with 27 new and 54 updated data sets for contactors, PLCs, relays and terminals.

Register Now for the ‘Energy Monitoring for Industrial Machinery’ Webinar
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Register Now for the ‘Energy Monitoring for Industrial Machinery’ Webinar

The energy consumption of a industrial machinery or an entire production system is often a significant factor in manufacturing costs. In this webinar you will learn how to determine and optimize the energy requirements of your industrial machinery or even machine tool depending on the operating status in order to minimize manufacturing costs and CO2 emissions. Siemens’ experts will cover various topics, including how energy data is communicated from all the sensors to the PLC and beyond, and strategies for minimizing energy consumption.

RS PRO Control Panel Products Improve Automation Efficiency
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RS PRO Control Panel Products Improve Automation Efficiency

RS offers an extensive selection of RS PRO brand control panel products ideally suited for improving automation efficiency and overcoming common challenges in applications extending throughout the industrial market. Companies in the energy, utilities, and process manufacturing industries are under immense pressure to improve efficiency, productivity, and profitability and deliver value in the face of market challenges ranging from supply chain disruptions, rising energy costs, and inflation to skilled labor shortages, unplanned downtime, and the persistent need to continually enhance customer and employee experiences to better retain both.

In Sync: The Benefits of Coordinated Motion in Cobot Welding

In Sync: The Benefits of Coordinated Motion – THG Automation has implemented a new feature in their cobot welding solutions that they believe “will blow their customers’ minds”; the new coordinated motion functionality from Universal Robots (UR). This innovative feature provides precise and synchronized motion between the UR cobot and one or more external axes. Coordinated Motion not only optimizes cycle time significantly while adhering to precise toolpaths, it also enables the welding of odd-shaped and cylindrical parts that are difficult to efficiently weld with cobots.