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Message from the Editor
Technology and innovations are constantly improving processes in businesses across the country and around the world. This digest looks at what it takes to build a smart factory, with practical examples to ensure your facility is connected and ready for the future. It also takes a look at some common mistakes to avoid when implementing autonomous mobile robots into a facility and reap the rewards of increased productivity while addressing the reality of labour shortages. It also looks at the products and news stories that are having an impact on industries right now. Enjoy reading!
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The Truly Connected Factory
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Building a Smart Factory Requires a Smart Approach
Over the past decade, new technologies have increasingly permeated the factory floor. Automation, always a part of manufacturing, has quickly escalated thanks to ever increasing computer processing power and data storage. At the same time, technologies such as artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things connectivity, cloud computing, big data analytics, 3D printing, and many others that were previously complex to install...
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5 Common Mistakes to Avoid
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When Implementing AMRs in Your Facility
As technology advances, autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) have emerged as valuable tools for improving efficiency and productivity in various industries. From warehouses to manufacturing facilities, these intelligent machines are revolutionizing the way we handle tasks and streamline operations. However, deploying AMRs successfully requires careful planning and consideration. In this blog post, Omron explores common...
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Sponsored Content
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The Next Generation of Performance
Advanced controllers automate both complete production plants and applications with extremely high demands on performance, flexibility, and connectivity. Discover Siemens’ innovative SIMATIC S7-1500 controllers that will transform your machine concepts into reality.
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Phoenix Contact Gigabit Ethernet Switches
Looking for reliable, high-speed network solutions? You’re in the right place! In this post, Proax Technologies explores Phoenix Contact’s Gigabit Ethernet switches. From the easy-to-use 1000 and 1100 series Unmanaged Switches to the advanced 2000 Series Managed Switches and robust FL MGUARD security...
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Festo Introduces Pneumatic Service Units – MS-Basic
MS-Basic air preparation components have the functionality to perform the most important technical tasks necessary for proper compressed air preparation and consist of pressure regulators, filter regulators, electric on/off and soft start valves, as well as manual on/off valves with filter/regulator combinations...
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Omron Enhances Information Security with IEC 62443-4-1
IEC 62443-4-1 is an internationally recognized standard that focuses on enhancing the security of industrial automation and control systems (IACS). By achieving this certification, Omron demonstrates its unwavering commitment to implementing robust security measures and adhering to industry best practices...
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Automatic Calculation of the Safety Distance for PSENopt
The new browser-based software tool “Safety Distance Calculator” from Pilz enables users to calculate safety distances for all common safety light curtains on the market simply and quickly. The free, digital calculation tool uses the values entered to determine the necessary safety distance and suggest the appropriate...
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- Ontario Investing an Additional $160 Million to Train Workers
The Ontario government is investing an additional $160 million in the Skills Development Fund (SDF) to tackle the labour shortage and help at least 100,000 workers get free training to meet the needs of employers hiring in their communities. The funding will prioritize programs that propose innovative training solutions to help people on social assistance and with prior criminal records find meaningful employment in critical...
- Siemens Mobility Achieves Highest Ranking In the EcoVadis
Siemens Mobility received 81 of 100 points in the latest EcoVadis Sustainability Rating and was awarded the platinum certificate for sustainability. With this score, the company ranked in the top 1 percent of the assessed companies and was the leading company in the rail industry. Siemens Mobility achieved progress in all strategic sustainability categories evaluated by EcoVadis in environment, labor and human rights, ethics...
- Thought Pollination Networking Event: A Showcase Of Innovation
A vibrant display of unconstrained thinking and ingenuity unfolded at ABB Canada’s Thought Pollination networking event, where seven interns took center stage, presenting their ideas to employees and the leadership team. The event captivated a multi-generational audience of nearly 100 employees on August 3rd, 2023, at ABB Canada’s headquarters in Montreal, Quebec. Thought Pollination embraced ABB’s core values...
- Schneider Sustainability Program Reaches Midterm Milestone
Schneider Electric, a leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has published details of its quarterly sustainability impact performance, alongside its half-year financial results. At the end of this quarter, the company is halfway through its Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) program spanning 2021-2025. By measuring and disclosing progress every few months, Schneider Electric ensures..."
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ADVANCED Motion Controls FlexPro® Extends Product Line
Advanced Motion Controls (AMC), a leading provider of servo amplifier solutions, 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...
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Industrial Surge Protection for Mission Critical Environments
SurgePure’s industrial surge protection devices are rated foremost in the industry because of their unique ‘Non-Degrading’ design. You won’t be left second-guessing if you’re protected or not with SurgePure’s premium ‘Single-Element’ surge protection systems. Dirty power is not good for any business and...
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ArielTech’s Thermoelectric Cooling Unit (COLTEC Series)
Thermoelectric Cooling Units are used for the most demanding industries such as industrial and electronic enclosures, medical equipment, laboratory instruments, aerospace, semiconductors & telecommunications equipment. Uses range from simple food and beverage coolers for an afternoon picnic to extremely...
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PULS DIMENSION C Series, Perfectly Suited
The DIMENSION C series power supplies combine the highest efficiency, breakthrough space-saving design and a long product lifetime. The result are AC/DC and DC/DC converters with the lowest cost of ownership to the customer. DIN rail power supplies of the C series are perfectly suited for a wide range...
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Featured Video
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Servo Axis Sizing, Ordering, and Configuration with Electric Motion Sizing (EMS) from Festo
Electric Motion Sizing (EMS) is the Festo online tool for easy servo axis sizing, ordering, and configuration. This electric motion sizing tool helps you finding a perfectly dimensioned combination of electric or eletromechanic drive components based on your application needs. After entering only a small set of parameters the tool will recommend the best product combinations out of several million combinations within seconds.
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Featured Video
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Guillevin Brand Video: Flip the Switch
When you want to illuminate your world, you don’t think about what happens behind your walls, through your community, and across your country to power your lifestyle. You’ll just flip the switch. Guillevin provides the products to make that happen. The next time you flip the switch, you’ll see opportunity.
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