Electromate: BiSS-C & SSI Encoder Interface Protocols Explained
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Electromate: Hazardous Environments & Sensor Technologies Explained

Electromate Provides Informative Explanation of Hazardous Environments & Sensor Technologies. Hazardous environments present significant risks due to the presence of flammable gases, vapors, or combustible dust. These areas require strict safety measures to prevent ignition and ensure worker safety. The classification of hazardous locations helps determine the appropriate safety protocols and equipment necessary for each setting. A hazardous environment exists when a mix of air and flammable substances creates an explosive atmosphere. The presence of potential ignition sources, such as electrical equipment, increases the risk of combustion. Industries such as oil and gas, mining, and manufacturing must implement specialized safety solutions to mitigate these dangers.

Convergix: 4 Ways Automated Packaging Can Transform Logistics
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Convergix: 4 Ways Automated Packaging Can Transform Logistics

Automated packaging solutions have a host of benefits for any manufacturing business. But the material handling capabilities of robotic technology and leading-edge automation software aren’t limited to packing items in containers. There’s more to getting your products from the factory floor to the loading dock, and automation provides opportunities to increase productivity at every step along the way. Packaging automation technology touches every aspect of logistics, and the advantages add up—especially in warehouses and distribution centers, where storage, transport, packing, and shipping make up a larger part of day-to-day activities. Introducing automation to any one task can streamline your storage and shipping. But if a larger network of automated systems is right for your business, it can transform your logistics and distribution operations.

Navigating Economic Uncertainty: How Canadian Industries Are Adapting in 2025
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Rittal: Navigating Economic Uncertainty – How Canadian Industries Are Adapting in 2025

Entering 2025, Canadian industries are facing a rapidly shifting economic landscape shaped by fluctuating trade policies, rising costs, and ongoing supply chain disruptions. From industrial manufacturing to technology and energy, businesses are adjusting their strategies to remain competitive in the face of uncertainty. Despite economic pressures, Canada’s industrial sectors are showing resilience by leveraging advanced manufacturing, automation, and strategic supply chain adjustments. But with evolving regulations, global market volatility, and a growing emphasis on sustainability, companies must navigate these changes carefully.

Phoenix Contact: New Controller Family for Building and Room Automation
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Phoenix Contact: New Controller Family for Building and Room Automation

Compact distribution boards which offer little space for the hardware to be installed are often used in building and room automation. Phoenix Contact has therefore extended its product portfolio to include devices in the DIN rail-mount format. In addition to the proven ILC 2050 BI building controller, the new Catan C1 EN controller is now available.

Flexible Biomanufacturing Solutions Defy Economies of Scale
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Rockwell Automation: Flexible Biomanufacturing Solutions Defy Economies of Scale

How Digital Technologies & AI Can Offer Flexible Biomanufacturing Solutions. For more than a decade, there have been significant changes in how drugs are manufactured. The pharmaceutical industry has been undergoing a paradigm shift in its manufacturing practices, with an increased focus on flexible manufacturing to accommodate the production of complex, targeted medicines.

OMRON: Advancing Machine Design With the Power of Collaboration and AI
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OMRON: Advancing Machine Design With the Power of Collaboration and AI

The Power of Collaboration in Machine Design. Successful machine integration in the automation industry hinges on collaboration among various stakeholders, including plant management, operators, engineers, safety officers, and IT teams. This collaborative approach is essential for balancing metrics, best practices, quality, risk, and security. Given the unique nature of each project and the rapid pace of technological changes, machine builders play a crucial role in bridging the gap between early adopters and those lagging behind. By providing expertise and technology, they help users make informed decisions and improve efficiency, fostering a data-first culture that values the contributions of all team members.

Helukabel: Q & A With HELU - Cable Solutions for Glass Manufacturing
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HELUKABEL: Q & A With HELU – Cable Solutions for Glass Manufacturing

HELUKABEL Provides Insights Regarding Cable Solutions in Glass Manufacturing. In the glass manufacturing industry, various types of cables play essential roles in powering equipment, monitoring temperatures, and ensuring safe, efficient operations. Due to the high temperatures, heavy machinery, and automation involved in glass production, specialized cables are required to withstand extreme conditions, transmit data reliably, and maintain overall system safety.

Wieland: TÜV-Certified Training for Functional Safety February 24 – 28, 2025 in Mississauga
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Wieland: TÜV-Certified Training for Functional Safety February 24 – 28, 2025 in Mississauga

Wieland: TÜV-Certified Training for Functional Safety February 24 – 28, 2025 in Mississauga. This intensive five-day course is designed for designers, developers, maintenance engineers, and safety officers seeking to enhance their expertise in functional safety. Participants will gain in-depth knowledge and practical skills to implement functional safety measures throughout the entire CE process in compliance with international standards.

Electromate: BiSS-C & SSI Encoder Interface Protocols Explained
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Electromate: BiSS-C & SSI Encoder Interface Protocols Explained

BiSS-C & SSI Encoder Interface Protocols Differentiations. Absolute encoders are critical components in motion control and automation, providing precise position feedback. Two commonly used serial communication protocols for absolute encoders are BiSS-C and SSI. Both interfaces enable data transmission between encoders and controllers, but they differ in terms of architecture, data integrity, speed, and flexibility. This paper provides an overview of these protocols and highlights their key differences.

Yaskawa: How to Design High-Power Electrical Enclosures, Seven Climate-Control Factors
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Yaskawa: How to Design High-Power Electrical Enclosures, Seven Climate-Control Factors

Yaskawa: How to Design High-Power Electrical Enclosures, Seven Climate-Control Factors. Benefits of dynamic air mixing for temperature and humidity control help with the environmental and other key considerations when designing and installing electrical enclosure for high-voltage electrical equipment.

Legrand: Shelf Mounting Bracket
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Legrand: Shelf Mounting Bracket

Legrand: Shelf Mounting Bracket. Extend the mounting flexibility within Legrand Structured Wiring Enclosures with the AC1060 Shelf Mounting Bracket. The Shelf Mounting Bracket provides a vented stable surface to rest and secure 3rd party devices inside the enclosure. The shelf is perfect for heavy or tall devices that need sturdy support like ISPs, modem routers, connected hubs and more. Users can install the shelf in standard or an inverted orientation (plastic enclosures only). Plastic construction ensures Wi-Fi transparency for all wireless connected home devices. Unique hole pattern provides various options to secure down devices.

Mouser: TE Connectivity IoT Wireless Vibration Sensors
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Mouser: TE Connectivity IoT Wireless Vibration Sensors

TE Connectivity’s IoT Wireless Vibration Sensors consist of two options, the 85x1N and 89x1N series, that deliver excellent stability and longevity to industrial monitoring. The 85x1N implements Bluetooth Low Energy, while the 89x1N utilizes LoRaWAN technology, and both series fit seamlessly into tight spaces and diverse environments. The TE IoT Wireless Vibration Sensors offer a wide bandwidth, with superior resolution of up to 10kHz, compared to 4kHz in standard MEMs-based models.

Epiroc CAP - Common Automation Panel
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Epiroc: New CAP Compatibility With Pit Viper & SmartROC Rigs

Epiroc CAP (Common Automation Panel) – Available for Orders for Both Pit Viper and SmartROC Rigs. With CAP, operators can control mixed fleets from a single, ergonomic station, transforming the remote-control center into a more efficient, cost-effective, and safer environment. The Common Automation Panel is specifically designed to revolutionize control rooms for modern mining operations.