In this episode of Beyond Now Expert Talk, Siemens discusses how industrial 3D printing helped to provide essential medical equipment during the crisis. They take a look at its potential to strengthen supply chains and increase the flexibility and the productivity of industrial production in times of the new normal.
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For those working in automaton and control there is no need to stress the importance of automotive manufacturing in Canada. As a country, Canada produces roughly 2 million light vehicles a year through 5 main OEM’s (Fiat Chrysler, Ford, GM, Honda, and Toyota) that contributes roughly 19 billion annually to the GDP.
The Smart Grid Atlantic initiative will determine how energy technologies of the future can provide customer, community, and provincial benefits such as cleaner local power, more renewable energy, new energy solutions and more reliable electricity.
This May 17th all-day event is focused on North America and supported by Siemens’ Integrated Control Panel associates in the United States, Canada, and Germany. Learn first-hand about changes to standards, practical tips and application examples for electrical engineering and how digitalization can increase productivity in your work processes online at this exciting event.
Siemens recently introduced the Virtual Product Expert (VPE), a new support program for its CNC machine tool users, machine builders, dealers and importers. Through the VPE program, customers can now interact directly with a SINUMERIK CNC product expert and have their specific operation and programming questions answered.
Siemens Smart Infrastructure and EPLAN have signed a strategic partnership to strengthen collaboration in the area of software solutions for the industry and infrastructure market segments. As part of this agreement, Siemens’ Electrical Products business unit will join the EPLAN Partner Network as a strategic partner.
Siemens is setting the course for long-term value creation through accelerated growth and stronger profitability with a simplified and leaner company structure. The main aim of the Vision 2020+ company strategy is to give Siemens’ individual businesses significantly more entrepreneurial freedom under the strong Siemens brand in order to sharpen their focus on their respective markets.
Spartan Controls is proud to announce a 15-year partnership with Northwestern Polytechnic (NWP) as the exclusive naming sponsor for the institution’s new $16 million, full-service training and education space. The facility, set to open in summer 2025, will be named the Spartan Controls Northwestern Centre for Industrial Automation & Innovation. Read More…
Convergix Announces Tarriff Mitigation Plan. With the recent news regarding tariffs affecting trade between Mexico, Canada, China, and the U.S., and the indication of tariffs being imposed on the U.S. by Canada and Mexico, we want to take a moment to share the steps Convergix is taking to minimize any potential impact on our customers.… Read More…
The way to the Industrial IoT does not have to be complicated. Whether access to valuable data is required or new, data-driven services are to be generated, Weidmuller enables its customers to go from data to value the easy way. Weidmuller’s comprehensive and cutting-edge IIoT portfolio applies to greenfield and brownfield applications. Weidmuller offers components and solutions from data acquisition, data pre-processing, data communication and data analysis.
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Advanced Motion Controls is proud to announce the addition of six new CANopen servo drives with Extended Environment capabilities to their FlexPro line. These new drives join AMC’s existing EtherCAT Extended Environment FlexPro drives, making the FlexPro line the go-to solution for motion control applications in harsh environments.
Many motion control applications take place in conditions that are less than ideal, such as extreme temperatures, high and low pressures, shocks and vibrations, and contamination. Electronics, including servo drives, can malfunction or sustain permanent damage in these conditions.
Bruce Kesler and Mark Gatewood have been given new titles and responsibilities for Service Wire Co.
Bruce Kesler has assumed the role of Senior Director – Business Development. Bruce will be responsible for Service Wire’s largest strategic accounts and our growing Strategic Accounts Team.
Mark Gatewood has been promoted to the role of Vice President – Sales & Marketing. In this role, Gatewood will lead the efforts of Service Wire Company’s entire sales and marketing organization in all market verticals.
Recently, Tri-Mach Inc. was thrilled to announce the addition of a new 45,000 sq ft. facility. Located at 285 Union St., Elmira, ON, this facility expands Tri-Mach’s capabilities, allowing them to better serve the growing needs of their customers.
Positioning for growth, this additional facility will allow Tri-Mach to continue taking on large-scale projects, enhance product performance testing, and provide equipment storage for their customers. The building will also be the new home to their Skilled Trades Centre of Excellence.
Convergix Automation Solutions has completed the acquisition of AGR Automation (“AGR”), a UK-based provider of custom, high-performance automation design and systems integration primarily to the life sciences industry.
Following Convergix’s acquisitions of JMP Solutions in August 2021 and Classic Design in February 2022, AGR marks the third investment in Crestview’s strategy to build Convergix into a diversified automation solutions provider targeting the global $500+ billion market, with a particular focus on the $70 billion global systems integration and connectivity segments. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
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,… Read More…
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… Read More…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
