Schneider Electric and REV on New Partnership and the Impact of Altivar Process ATV6000
Earlier this year Schneider Electric launched their Altivar Process ATV6000 medium voltage variable frequency drive (VFD) to the Canadian market.
Digitalisation of Production Systems: The Right Interfaces for Late Adopters
The fact that digitalisation of production systems is progressing has become an established consensus among manufacturers, operators and service providers in the mechanical engineering sector.
Festo and MassRobotics Select Companies for the Inaugural Healthcare Robotics Startup Catalyst Program
The first four companies in the inaugural Healthcare Robotics Startup Catalyst program have been selected by Festo and MassRobotics. The Healthcare Robotics Startup Catalyst is a new program for the global robotics startup community to advance healthcare developments…
German Technology Day 2021: The Future of Canadian Automation
In today’s climate, staying connected and on top of the rapidly changing landscape in automation can be a daunting task. Information comes to us from a variety of sources and are not always delivered in a coherent and connected manner.
Will a Robot or Cobot Work for Your Small to Medium Shop?
Today, small and large manufacturing plants in North America are ramping up production, and many are considering using robots for the first time. Why now? Some shop owners are having a difficult time finding skilled workers, and others who already have a full staff continue to look for ways to keep social distance measures in place and meet increasing customer demands.
PC-Based Control Optimizes Oil and Gas Production
Since FourPhase was founded in Norway in 2012, it has been committed to optimizing and enhancing the efficiency of established oil and gas extraction processes through modern technologies.
Four Ways to Maximize the Value of Your Safety Interlocks
Did you know that there are hidden savings in your machine safety devices? Manufacturers often overlook this type of technology in their cost-cutting plans, even though the devices’ proper selection, installation and maintenance can work wonders for the bottom line.
Compact Drive Technology Makes High-Tech CT Unit Mobile
Austrian medical technology company medPhoton presented its imaging solution for radiation therapy for the first time back in 2014. This Imaging Ring is now also available in a mobile version, which makes it possible to view the inside of the body on surgical wards before, after and even during an operation.
Safety Made Smart: ISOtechnologyTM from Siemens
With system survivability being a key concern to regulators, building managers, and the public, Siemens has developed systems that are designed to meet and exceed regulations that protect people, property, and assets.
Rittal – Standing with You Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow
Support is something that all businesses have needed over the last couple years, whether that is support in gaining access to much needed supplies and components, or support in moving along projects.
Taking a Phased Approach Makes RTU and SCADA System Upgrades Seamless and Cost-Effective
Utilities that are replacing their aging remote terminal units (RTUs) and SCADA systems are doing so to ensure system reliability, improve usability and enhance future scalability – taking advantage of technology advancements in data connectivity and remote management.
The Control Panels Engineering Expertise of Machine Control Systems
Combining over three decades of experience in the design, construction and programming of custom electrical control panels with a mastery of leading-edge technology; Machine Control Systems (MCS) is the supplier of choice for industry companies across countless sectors.
80 Years of Instrumentation Innovation
This year Weschler Instruments celebrates its 80th year as a supplier of meters and instrumentation. Much has changed in electronic measurement equipment and technology since 1941.
The New Normal in Canada’s Wire Cable Industry
In just 18 months, our industry has seen businesses locked down and borders closed. Lead times have grown from weeks to months and orders have been cancelled.
WESCO Canada Designated a Bosch Certified Excellence Partner
WESCO Distribution Canada LP recently announced that it has earned the Bosch Certified Excellence Partner designation. The Certified Excellence (CE) designation is an international program in the Partner Management of Bosch Rexroth.
Panduit: Grounding Failure Case Study – Verifying Absence of Voltage
Situation: Worker approaches the enclosure and the disconnect switch for the 480V power source is in the OFF position. The disconnect switch has failed with one phase (L1) in the closed position (L2, L3 are open).
