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Message from the Editor
Movement, Motion. Matter. Automated systems are making an impact in virtually every industry. This digest looks at how autonomous mobile robots are revolutionizing material movement, and why flexible topology is innovating machine building and related systems. Siemens’ Automate the Future Tour is back for 2024; register now in a city near you. And ABB reaffirms their commitment to the Americas by opening a state-of-the-art robotics facility, Also, discover the most innovative and reliable products on the market today, and news stories that are having an impact on industries right now. Enjoy reading! |
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Revolutionizing Material Movement
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Game-Changing MD Series Autonomous Mobile Robots
In today’s fast-paced manufacturing and logistics industries, the need for efficient and flexible material movement solutions has never been greater. Traditional methods like conveyor systems, forklifts, and manual pushcarts have served us well, but they come with limitations. That’s why Omron is thrilled to announce the launch of their game-changing MD Series of Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs)... Read More... |
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2023 Innovations from Festo
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CMMT-MP Servo Drive and CPX-AP-A Remote I/O
Festo’s latest innovations in technology leverage its decades of experience with pneumatic components as well as controls and remote I/O. From this unique position in the market, Festo has recognized opportunities to improve the way that field devices connect with PLCs, saving customers time and money with one integration point and one fieldbus interface. Festo’s new Automation Platform provides one... Read More... |
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Sponsored Content
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Webinar: 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 upcoming 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 you solve many pains in the new modern Facility by increasing available data and decreasing installation complexity and cost.
Stay tuned for additional details on our upcoming webinar. Learn More... |
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New EcoTech Label: Sustainable Transparency
Siemens has announced the launch of its sustainability product label approach – Siemens EcoTech – setting a new standard for transparency in the industry. Siemens EcoTech gives customers a comprehensive insight into product performance across selected environmental criteria. At launch, the Siemens EcoTech label... Read More... |
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New Digitally Enabled SureSeT MV Switchgear
Schneider Electric has announced the upcoming launch of its new SureSeT Medium Voltage (MV) switchgear offering for the Canadian market. This new and improved solution backed by the innovative and award-winning EvoPacT circuit breaker, has been designed to address the needs for primary switchgear applications with... Read More... |
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Position & Speed Sensing with Rotary Encoders
POSITAL’s measuring wheels and accessories, combined with the company’s versatile IXARC encoders, can be a convenient and accurate way of measuring linear motion in applications such as conveyer systems or the manufacture of rolled products. Recent enhancements to POSITAL’s programmable encoders have made it simpler... Read More... |
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HPS Fortress™ for Commercial Applications
For commercial applications where airborne contaminants are present, HPS general-purpose encapsulated transformers offer a cost-effective solution that prioritizes safety, quality and ease of installation and maintenance. The core and coil are completely encapsulated in epoxy and silica, providing excellent protection against... Read More... |
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- Tool Grinding’s Talented New Ambassador
Like many people, Lena Risse didn’t know what career to pursue when she entered young adulthood in 2017. Now she’s won ANCA’s inaugural Female Machinist of the Year contest. Lena studied media technology at a university for a time, and began a related apprenticeship in supporting trade fairs and concerts, but it didn’t suit her. Then, at 19, she decided to give tool grinding a try, an option that seemed simultaneously...
- RoboDK and Comau: Robotic Simulation & Offline Programming
The latest version of Comau Roboshop Next Gen software now fully integrates with RoboDK, bringing unparalleled benefits to the world of automation. This collaboration solidifies RoboDK’s presence in the OEM market, marking a significant step as an embedded solution. Comau users can now enjoy the benefits of RoboDK directly due to RoboDK’s integration into Comau’s Roboshop Next Gen software suite. This integration...
- HAIMER Tool Room Now with WinTool and Toolbase System
The Haimer Group becomes a 25% shareholder in WinTool AG and agrees on a strategic partnership with the TCM Group, which grants HAIMER global distribution rights to WinTool and Toolbase. Prior to the decision to acquire this stake in the company, WinTool and Toolbase were introduced in the company’s own production facilities and tested in continuous use, proving their worth in a very short period of time...
- Government of Canada Selects 10 Companies for SoCal
Initiative is a two-month virtual accelerator for Canadian space small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Mandala Space Ventures, a Pasadena-based venture studio and leader in supporting entrepreneurs and venture capitalists to successfully launch companies within the emerging new-space economy, has announced the selection of 10 Canadian space startups to take part in the SoCal – Canadian Space Accelerator...
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Upcoming Events
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Siemens Canada: Automate The Future Tour 2024
Automate the Future Tour is coming to a city near you soon. This cross-Canada tour showcases the latest in manufacturing and process technologies. Explore all aspects of factory automation, motion, and process automation– from the hardware and software that drive it, the newest technologies, and fully-integrated solutions – that can transform your operations to win in this highly competitive marketplace. Register for a location near you! Read More... |
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Two Pilz Developments Awarded at SPS 2023
Pilz’s innovative Key-in-pocket maintenance safeguarding system, which guarantees protection against unintended machine restarts, won third place in the Automations Best Award 2023, in the “Best Solutions” category. Readers of the media concepts “messtec drives” and “inspect” voted in their favour. These were the convincing... Read More... |
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New Ultrasonic Sensors – Easy and Flexible
If you’re a system operator looking to reduce the number of different sensors used in your systems, the 420B and 412B series from Leuze are the right choice: The new ultrasonic sensors are available with adjustable sound cone and as switching (HTU) or measuring (DMU) sensors – this allows extremely flexible application. The... Read More... |
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Easy Quick-Change of Gripper Fingers
With the new BSWS-R jaw quick-change system, SCHUNK enables automatic finger change during the ongoing process. The cleverly designed system consists of just a few components and is compatible with all grippers with PGN-plus-P screw connection diagram. The BSWS-R is the next stage of evolution of the BSWS series... Read More... |
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FLIR Announces Si2-Series Acoustic Imagers
FLIR, a Teledyne Technologies company, has announced the expansion of its versatile Si-Series of acoustic imaging cameras with three models in the new Si2 family, designed for detecting compressed air leaks, specialty gas leaks, mechanical faults, and partial discharges: the Si2-Pro, Si2-LD, and Si2-PD. The Si2-Series offers... Read More... |
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Commitment to North American Customers
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ABB Opens Refitted, State-Of-The-Art US Robotics Facility
ABB has opened its refitted US robotics headquarters and manufacturing facility in Auburn Hills, Michigan, which will support ABB Robotics’ global leadership in developing and manufacturing cutting-edge robotic solutions in the US, for the US and the Americas. The expanded facility reflects ABB’s commitment to long-term growth in the US market, which is predicted to follow global growth rates for... Read More... |
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Featured Video
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ABB Robotics Opens Refitted State-of-the-Art Robotics Facility
ABB has opened their refitted, state-of-the-art U.S. robotics headquarters and manufacturing facility in Auburn Hills, Michigan, U.S. Their new factory will develop and manufacture the latest AI-enabled technology to help businesses in the America’s respond to labour shortages, global uncertainty, and the need to operate more sustainability. Watch the video HERE |
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Featured Video
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MAXOLUTION® System Solutions | SEW-Eurodrive
Whether in production or logistics operations, MAXOLUTION® is synonymous with innovation in factory automation – across all industries and worldwide – helping you achieve your vision of an adaptable and resilient lean smart factory. Under the MAXOLUTION® brand, SEW-EURODRIVE creates customized solutions for cutting-edge materials handling technology – from the shop floor through to IT. Watch the video HERE |
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