Gary Martins Joins Weidmuller Canada as Managing Director
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Gary Martins Joins Weidmuller Canada as Managing Director

Weidmüller Group is delighted to announce the appointment of Gary Martins as the new Managing Director for Canada. Gary brings an impressive 28 years of experience in the automation industry, making him the ideal leader to drive Weidmuller Canada’s growth and innovation. Gary’s distinguished career includes key leadership roles at B&R Automation, Murrelektronik, and Phoenix Contact, where his strategic vision and dynamic leadership consistently delivered outstanding results. Renowned for his ability to transform challenges into opportunities, Gary has played a pivotal role in fostering business growth and operational excellence throughout his career.

Main Disconnect – Requirements for Operation in Emergency
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Main Disconnect – Requirements for Operation in Emergency

What are the detailed requirements regarding the main disconnect in terms of operation in emergency? In this webinar the focus is on the requirements of the IEC 60204-1 standard “Electrical Equipment of Machines” and the requirements for Emergency Stop and Switching Off functions​. Siemens’ experts will cover several topics on the subject, and you will also have the opportunity to ask questions during the webinar.

Strategic Partnership Launched: SICK and Endress+Hauser Join Forces in Process Automation
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Strategic Partnership Launched: SICK and Endress+Hauser Join Forces in Process Automation

SICK and Endress+Hauser are bringing their strategic partnership in process automation to life: SICK’s advanced gas analysis and flow measurement technology is now an integral part of Endress+Hauser’s comprehensive instrumentation portfolio. The collaboration is designed to offer customers in the process industry enhanced support in increasing plant efficiency, protecting the environment and reducing carbon footprint.

Automated Test Equipment (ATE) Revival: Repurposing and Extending the Life of Aging ATE Systems
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Automated Test Equipment (ATE) Revival: Repurposing and Extending the Life of Aging ATE Systems

Automated Test Equipment (ATE) and Automated Test Systems (ATS) serve the critical purpose of ensuring that electronic devices operate according to specifications in the field. As such, these systems are widely utilized for testing automotive electronics, batteries, telecom infrastructure, renewable energy systems, and consumer electronics. The aerospace and defense sectors also make substantial investments in ATE due to the criticality of electronics utilized in military equipment such as aircraft, naval vessels, and ground vehicles, as well as in various systems like weapons, radar, and wireless communication.

Legrand Acquires Power Bus Way, a Provider of Fully Customized Power Feeder Systems for Data Center, Industrial and Large-scale Commercial Applications
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Legrand Acquires Power Bus Way, a Provider of Fully Customized Power Feeder Systems for Data Center, Industrial and Large-scale Commercial Applications

Legrand has recently announced it has acquired Power Bus Way, a Toronto-based premier provider of custom-designed cable bus solutions for data centers, industrial facilities and commercial projects. Due to increasing demand for more digital infrastructure, Legrand estimates the North American data center market will continue to grow. This accelerated growth is further bolstered by increasing power needs, particularly in relation to the rapid adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies.

ITC Electrical Components Celebrates 30 Years of Service to the Electrical, Automation and OEM Market in Canada
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ITC Electrical Components Celebrates 30 Years of Service to the Electrical, Automation and OEM Market in Canada

Celebrating its 30th anniversary, ITC Electrical Components has recently launched its new and improved website. After a successful 15-year career in the electrical components industry Luca Fontana founded ITC Electrical Components in 1994.  Since that time the company has grown from a home-based operation to a successful business with 15 employees and a new warehouse 12,000 square foot facility at 50 Mural Drive, Richmond Hill. Today ITC stocks over 10,000 specialized parts including enclosures, DIN rail, control and protection devices, cable management components and wire and cable tools to name a few.

NOARK Enclosed Breakers: Guardians of Electrical Systems
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NOARK Enclosed Breakers: Guardians of Electrical Systems

In the world of electrical safety, enclosed breakers play a pivotal role. Imagine a robust fortress protecting your electrical circuits from the chaos of overloads and short circuits. That’s exactly what NOARK’s enclosed breakers do. These circuit breakers are housed within a protective enclosure, designed not just for functionality, but for maximum durability.

Implementing Functional Safety Requirements
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Implementing Functional Safety Requirements

The Safety Functional Requirements Specification (SFRS; sometimes referred to as SRS or Safety Requirements Specification) is the plan for the safety controls on a machine and is the second step of the safety lifecycle. The SFRS document serves as a framework for the safety control system design, is informed by prior work done in the risk assessment, and directly impacts the design and validation of the control system.

From Endress+Hauser, 24/7 Digital, Plant-Wide Health Monitoring for Rockwell Systems Optimizes Workflows and Processes
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From Endress+Hauser, 24/7 Digital, Plant-Wide Health Monitoring for Rockwell Systems Optimizes Workflows and Processes

Endress+Hauser’s Asset Health Monitoring Solution–Rockwell Edition, now available for installation, provides operators with a centralized, digital overview of plant-wide device health to avoid unscheduled shutdowns and accelerate troubleshooting. It not only presents early visibility of problematic devices but distinguishes itself by adding likely causes and remedies to such a report so problems can be fixed faster and often remotely, optimizing workflows and maintenance scheduling. Trips to the field are minimized. The software adds remote device configuration, advanced diagnostics and preventive maintenance capabilities to any existing or planned Rockwell Automation control system.

Revealing the Real Story Behind Motor Power and VFD Ratings: Avoid Costly Mistakes
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Revealing the Real Story Behind Motor Power and VFD Ratings: Avoid Costly Mistakes

When it comes to selecting a VFD for a motor, many professionals start with the values provided for Normal Duty (ND) and Heavy Duty (HD). It seems straightforward — these ratings supposedly help match a drive to a motor based on its operating cycle. But here’s the truth: these numbers can be misleading. In fact, the Heavy Duty rating is essentially a derated version of the VFD’s Normal Duty value.

Advanced Barcode Technology for Seamless Traceability
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Advanced Barcode Technology for Seamless Traceability

Effective traceability is crucial for maintaining operational efficiency and compliance. However, barcode readability challenges, such as poor print and environmental damage, can significantly disrupt workflows. Omron’s latest blog post delves into advanced barcode technologies that overcome these obstacles. Discover how sophisticated barcode reading solutions, including enhanced imaging capabilities and adaptive lighting, can ensure accurate data capture even in the most demanding conditions. Learn how these innovations can transform your traceability system into a powerful asset for your business.

Phoenix Contact Announces Planned Leadership Change
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Phoenix Contact Announces Planned Leadership Change

Recently, Pheonix Contact Ltd. Canada was pleased to announce a planned leadership change taking place during September and October 2024. Roger Hallett, who has been the company’s President since July 2019 will step down during this period to be replaced by Martin Stephenson. Phoenix Contact Canada wishes to thank Roger for his leadership over the last 5 years, which has been a period of dramatic growth and organizational development, as the company continues to strengthen it’s presence in the Canadian market.

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.

Weidmuller Canada Unveils a New Customer Experience Center and Introduces the Innovative WOW Van for the Eastern Canada Markets
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Weidmuller Canada Unveils a New Customer Experience Center and Introduces the Innovative WOW Van for the Eastern Canada Markets

Weidmuller Canada proudly opens its new Customer Experience Center at its headquarters in Markham, Ontario. This state-of-the-art 600 sq. ft. facility is designed to provide customers and distribution partners with an immersive, hands-on experience of Weidmuller’s latest products and solutions. Kevin Blair, National Sales Manager, expressed his excitement: “We are thrilled to offer this dedicated space. Our sales representatives can now invite customers into our facility to explore the extensive range of our offerings, particularly our Wire Processing Centre and Printers.”

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.​

Beckhoff Launches Compact, Multi-I/O Interface for Endless Use Cases in One Device
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Beckhoff Launches Compact, Multi-I/O Interface for Endless Use Cases in One Device

August 27, 2024 The EL8601-8411 EtherCAT Terminal supports up to 12 signal interfaces and nine signal types in one multi-purpose I/O module Beckhoff’s new EL8601-8411 EtherCAT Terminal offers incredible interface flexibility in a compact, 12-mm-wide design. With up to 12 signal interfaces (8 x DI, 2 x DO, 1 x AI, 1 x AO) and…