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.

EPLAN Data Portal Update 01 June 2024

EPLAN Data Portal Update 01 June 2024

In this update of the EPLAN Data Portal, there are now a total of 492 manufacturers and more than 1,758,000 data sets are available with the update on June 18, 2024. New manufacturer catalogs are available from GAESTOPAS S.L. with 286 new data sets for busbars, field distribution devices, housings and housing accessories internal extensions, LED2WORK GmbH with 37 new data sets for lights, cables and housings, and TECO Electric & Machinery Co., Ltd. with 51 new data sets for contactors and relays.

Machine Safety: Risk Assessment According to Canadian, U.S. & International Standards

Machine Safety: Risk Assessment According to Canadian, U.S. & International Standards

Join in for an insightful webinar on risk assessment according to Canadian, U.S., and international standards. In this engaging session, speakers will examine the specifics of risk assessment methods for evaluating machinery, emphasizing the significance of aligning with Canadian and U.S. regulations and global best practices. Whether you are a seasoned professional or new to risk assessment, this webinar offers valuable insights and practical strategies to enhance your approach. Do not miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding and elevate your risk management skills.

Hatch Celebrates 17th Year as One of Canada’s Best Managed Companies
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Hatch Celebrates 17th Year as One of Canada’s Best Managed Companies

Hatch, a global engineering and consulting firm, has been recognized as one of Canada’s best managed companies for the 17th consecutive year. The list was announced recently in a special feature of Report on Business magazine. The Canada’s Best Managed Companies program recognizes Canadian-owned organizations that are leaders in the areas of strategy, culture and commitment, capabilities, innovation, governance, and financial performance. Each year, hundreds of companies compete for the designation in a rigorous and independent evaluations process.

HELUKABEL White Paper: “PUR or PVC”

HELUKABEL White Paper: “PUR or PVC”

The jacket material is a key factor when looking for the right cables and wires. The outer jacket performs a multitude of functions that ensure the durability, safety and performance of the cable or wire. Users must often choose between polyurethane (PUR) and polyvinyl chloride (PVC). In HELUKABEL’s new white paper “PUR or PVC”, you will learn about the different properties of these two materials, and which applications they are best suited for. This white paper is available immediately to download for free.

Ontario Making It Easier to Enter Skilled Trades

Ontario Making It Easier to Enter Skilled Trades

The Ontario government is introducing new policy and legislative measures to attract more young people to the skilled trades, including adding a new apprenticeship pathway and an online job matching platform. These initiatives are designed to promote the skilled trades to youth and workers and help set them on a path to rewarding, well-paying careers as electricians, plumbers, carpenters and other skilled trades.

IO-Link Safety: Transforming the Future of Safety Communication and Diagnostics

IO-Link Safety: Transforming the Future of Safety Communication and Diagnostics

With manufacturing companies moving into industry 4.0, data generated on the plant floor is increasing in importance. IO-Link has been a great success in reducing installation cost, providing greater flexibility and increased data to the user while keeping the communication universal. In the Webinar IO-Link Safety: Transforming the Future of safety communication and diagnostics Pilz Canada will explain how the new IO-Link Safety standard can help solve many pains in the new modern Facility by increasing available data and decreasing installation complexity and cost.

Mazak to Unveil New and Expanded Product Lines at IMTS 2024
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Mazak to Unveil New and Expanded Product Lines at IMTS 2024

At IMTS 2024 (September 9-14) in booth 338300, Mazak will showcase its ongoing commitment to continuous innovation in machine tool technology, automation and digital solutions designed to help manufactures do more and make more. Must-see technology for job shops, Multi-Tasking, advanced manufacturing and high-production will be featured in live demonstrations processing real-world industry-specific parts. Mazak’s booth will feature a wide range of machines from its Ez, SYNCREX, QUICK TURN, NEO and INTEGREX series this year at IMTS.

EPLAN Data Portal Update 01 April 2024
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EPLAN Data Portal Update 01 April 2024

In this update of the EPLAN Data Portal, there are now a total of 487 manufacturers and more than 1,680,000 data sets are available with the update on April 11, 2024. New manufacturer catalogs are available from China Leadshine Technology Co. Ltd. with 178 new data sets for amplifiers and controllers, Sichuan Odot Automation System Co. Ltd. with 71 new data sets for PLCs, and Sauter AG with 29 new data sets for amplifiers and controllers.

Electromate Recertified as a ‘Great Place To Work’ for 2024

Electromate Recertified as a ‘Great Place To Work’ for 2024

Electromate Inc. is proud to be Recertified by Great Place To Work for the 8th year in a row. The prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at Electromate. This year, 86% of employees said Electromate is a great place To Work – 26 points higher than the typical Canadian company. Great Place To Work is the global authority on workplace culture, employee experience, and leadership behaviors proven to deliver market-leading revenue, employee retention, and increased innovation.