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Editor's Pick
This digest looks at how thermal imaging can play a crucial role in predictive maintenance and daily operations at industrial facilities – and is more accessible than ever. It looks at how one automation company has developed modular packaging machines to be flexible and address the demands of the food and beverage industry. It also looks at machine safety and compares different types of motors. Finally, it brings you 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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FLIR’s Thermal Camera Technology
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A Crucial Component in Industrial Settings
Thermal imaging technologies like the ones by FLIR improve safety, operational efficiency, and cost savings in many automated and industrial applications. By capturing the infrared radiation emitted by an object or process, it identifies thermal anomalies that warrant further investigation by experts. Today, thermography is more sophisticated and accessible than ever, making is easy for anyone to begin... Read More... |
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SEW-Eurodrive Demonstrates at ATX 2023
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StarterSET for Vertical FFS Machines
Across Canada and around the world, innumerable products are packaged, transported, and processed in a variety of ways before finally being distributed. The packaging machines that assist with this process are vitally important, and when automated, must be able to complete these tasks with various functions and movements. To meet these challenges, SEW-Eurodrive has developed their StarterSET... Read More... |
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Sponsored Content
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WAGO Modules and Controllers Out-Perform Specified Tasks in Your Systems
The PLCS for small control tasks: WAGO’s 750 Series Controllers for all standard fieldbuses used in industrial, process, and building automation.
Your benefits with the Controllers 750:
• Controllers for all prominent fieldbus systems
• Expandable with the comprehensive WAGO-I/O-SYSTEM 750 product range
• Extensive IT integration possibilities
• Easy installation, expansion, and modification of the I/O node without tools
• Fast, vibration-proof connections with proven CAGE-CLAMP® technology Learn more |
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Generative AI Takes Predictive Maintenance to Next Level
Siemens is releasing a new generative artificial intelligence (AI) functionality into its predictive maintenance solution – Senseye Predictive Maintenance. This advance makes predictive maintenance more conversational and intuitive. Through this new release of Senseye Predictive Maintenance with generative AI functionality, Siemens will make human-machine interactions and predictive maintenance faster and more efficient... Read More... |
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WAGO’s New IO-Link Converter
WAGO’s new IO-Link Converter is a 4-20 mA analog input with a digital display incorporating analog signals into a digital communication network for sensors and actuators from the field into an IO-Link-capable system. The Analog/IO-Link Converter provides an economical, compact solution for easily incorporating conventional analog sensors and actuators into an IO-Link-capable system like the WAGO I/O System Field... Read More... |
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ACS580-01 UL Type 4X/IP66 Drive: Performance and Reliability
ACS580 UL Type 4X drive is a new member in ABB’s all-compatible drive portfolio. It is designed for the most demanding industrial environments to withstand extreme rain, heat, cold, salt spray, dust, and humidity. ABB’s ACS580 UL Type 4X listed and IP66 rated to prevent the ingress of liquid and dust, the 4X drive thrives in food and beverage applications where regular washdown, hose rinsing, splashing and exposure to common... Read More... |
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Power Supplies for Extreme Ambient Conditions
The third generation of power supplies sets a new standard in machine building. The power supplies are compact, robust, reliable, and impress with their easy handling. With the protective-coated PCB, the new power supply ensures high system availability, even under extreme ambient conditions. The coating protects against dust, corrosive gases, and humidity. Failures due to creepage currents and electrochemical migration... Read More... |
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Machine Safety
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Strategy in Manufacturing: Why it Matters and How to Get Started
Machine-related accidents in the workplace can have devastating consequences, causing injuries, disabilities, and even fatalities. These incidents also result win significant financial losses for businesses. To mitigate these risks, it is crucial for companies to establish a comprehensive machine safety strategy. This strategy should encompass compliance with standards and regulations, hazard identification... Read More... |
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Comparing Motors
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Comparing Eight Different Types of Servo Motors to Stepper Motors
While servo motors are often chosen as a high-performance alternative to stepper motors, their variety and specialized applications are less commonly understood. This article aims to explain the differences between the types of servo motors, enhancing your understanding of when and why to use each type. AC servo motors excel in industrial applications due to their high power and efficiency.... Read More... |
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Panduit Receives CSA Certification for its Cable Cleats
Panduit, a global leader in innovative electrical and network infrastructure solutions, announces it has successfully complied and received certification for its cable cleats in accordance with the recently published technical standard by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA). CSA C22.2 No.61914:23 Cable Cleats for Electrical Installations, was published in early October 2023. This achievement underscores the company’s ongoing... Read More... |
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ABS Plastic Miniature Hand Held Enclosures 1551 Series
Key Features of the 1551 Series are that it is ideally suited for mounting small printed circuit boards or used as potting boxes, molded in a choice of black, gray, or translucent blue general purpose ABS plastic, has a satin texture finish, and comes complete with lid and two self tapping screws. This series is also available with flanged lids. Screws are color matched to enclosure (nickel plated screws with grey enclosures and black... Read More... |
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DHPL, a Competitively Priced Long-Stroke Parallel Gripper
From recently completed production lines, Festo introduces the DHPL, a new generation of competitively priced long-stroke grippers that offers a host of advantages for high load and torque applications. The DHPL is interchangeable with competitive long-stroke grippers. It provides the added benefits of lighter weight, higher precision, and no maintenance. The new long-stroke gripper is ideal for stacking boxes, gripping plates... Read More... |
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HELUPOWER AQUATIC-750-BLUE: Approved for Prolonged Use
HELUKABEL is introducing a comprehensive upgrade to its HELUPOWER AQUATIC-750-BLUE. The latest version of this water-resistant cable, initially introduced in 2021, comes with additional approvals for drinking water. This makes it suitable for various applications, including the food and beverage industry. Designed for a voltage range of 450/750 V, the cable continues to demonstrate outstandingcapabilities underwater... Read More... |
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Sponsored Content
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Introducing The MOXA EDS-4000/G4000 Managed Switches
Introducing the EDS-4000/G4000 Managed Switches That Strengthen Your Network Resilience. The EDS-4000/G4000 Series industrial managed Ethernet switches unveil a new chapter of industrial networking. Read More... |
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- MoU to Advance Offshore Wind Power and Good Jobs
Energy systems across the world are rapidly transforming, and offshore wind development will create sustainable jobs and help power Canada’s economy. With the longest coastlines in the world, Canada is well positioned to become a global leader in the $1-trillion global offshore wind energy market, particularly in Atlantic Canada. The Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources...
- New Carlo Gavazzi Canada Office
November 1st marked a major milestone for Carlo Gavazzi Canada as we said goodbye to their long time home of 33 years and moved into their new office which is also in Mississauga. The move to their new home symbolizes growth, progress, and a commitment to meeting the changing needs of their customers and partners. As they open this new chapter, they look forward to continued success and opportunity...
- ANDRITZ and Powerhouse Controls Team Up
International technology group ANDRITZ and Powerhouse Controls, a leading provider of drive systems, have entered into a partnership to address the need of North American paper mills to modernize their paper machine drive systems while minimizing production downtime. The partnership combines Powerhouse Controls’ drive solutions with ANDRITZ’s extensive paper machine engineering expertise to provide...
- Leviton Acquires PRISM DCS
Leviton has announced that it acquired PRISM Data Centre Solutions (DCS) Limited, a leading manufacturer of network enclosures. Established in 1996, UK based PRISM DCS provides an unrivalled, service focused offering including consultation, design, manufacture and installation of 19” cabinets, hot and cold aisle containment, security caging to communications network and data centre applications. The acquisition...
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Featured Video
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Leading in Automation Technology: Pilz
We automate. Safely. Driven by their vision of “The Spirit of Safety”, they use all their passion and knowledge to offer you the best possible automation solutions. They are automation specialists committed to safety. Get to know Pilz better in this video! Watch the video HERE |
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HPS Power Quality Products
Good power quality is important to maintain critical operations, improve energy efficiency and prevent premature equipment failure. Examples of poor power quality include harmonic distortion, reflected wave voltage, and low power factor. HPS Power Quality products include active harmonic filters, passive harmonic filters, dV/dT filters, sinewave filters, line and load reactors, drive isolation transformers, harmonic mitigating transformers and multi-pulse transformers. Watch the video HERE |
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