Endress+Hauser and Purdue IN-MaC Collaborate to Cultivate STEM-Learning Opportunities

Endress+Hauser and Purdue IN-MaC Collaborate to Cultivate STEM-Learning Opportunities

 

On September 15th, Endress+Hauser inaugurated its Design and Innovation Studio, a center equipped with Industry 4.0 technology and STEM-learning opportunities for students K-8 as well as applications for high school students. In partnership with Purdue Indiana Next Generation Manufacturing Competitiveness Center (IN-MaC), the process automation manufacturer welcomed local educators, guidance counselors, and teachers to the grand opening of its new center.

 

Nexans Canada Copper Rod Mill Strike Affects Canadian Market – New Update

Nexans Canada Copper Rod Mill Strike Affects Canadian Market – New Update

 

 

Canadian Electrical Wholesaler has now learned that learned that discussions are progressing regarding the current strike at Nexans copper rod plant in Montreal. Ratification talks were expected Wednesday September 14. Additional updates have not yet been provided. The plant produces copper wire rod and drawn wire for its own manufacturing and is a core supplier of copper rod to many of Canada’s leading wire and cable manufacturers. 

 

Magna Develops and Pilots Autonomous, On-Road Last-Mile Delivery Solution

Magna Develops and Pilots Autonomous, On-Road Last-Mile Delivery Solution

 

Recently, at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Mich., Magna revealed how it is leveraging its expertise in automotive electrification and autonomy to develop new mobility business opportunities. The company has successfully developed and is piloting a novel “last mile” delivery solution for urban environments. 

 

Magna and Cartken to Collaborate on Autonomous Delivery Robots

Magna and Cartken to Collaborate on Autonomous Delivery Robots

 

Global mobility technology company, Magna, and San Francisco-based autonomous robotics company, Cartken, recently announced an agreement for Magna to manufacture Cartken’s autonomous delivery robot fleet to meet growing demand for last mile delivery. Manufacturing of Cartken’s Model C has begun in a Magna facility in Michigan.

 

Global Energy Employment Rises Above Pre-Covid Levels, Driven by Clean Energy and Efforts to Strengthen Supply Chains

Global Energy Employment Rises Above Pre-Covid Levels, Driven by Clean Energy and Efforts to Strengthen Supply Chains

 

IEA provides the proclaimed first ever assessment of energy jobs worldwide by region and technology, offering vital analysis in the context of the global energy crisis and clean energy transitions. Global employment in the energy sector has risen above its pre-pandemic levels, led by increased hiring in clean energy, according to a new IEA report that offers the first worldwide benchmark for employment across energy industries.

 

Derek Monk, Strong Advocate for Energy Efficiency, To Lead ABB Motion Canada Sales Team

Derek Monk, Strong Advocate for Energy Efficiency, To Lead ABB Motion Canada Sales Team

 

ABB Canada is pleased to announce the appointment of Derek Monk as Head of Sales for the Motion business area in Canada. Derek will support the efforts of the Sales & Marketing team for the Motors, Drives and Services division. With more than 25 years of experience at ABB, his role over the years has focused mainly on power electronics and power conversion.

 

IMTS 2022: Student Competition & I4.0 Learning Experience “Industry 4.Core: Embracing the Journey from Mechatronics to Industry 4.0”

IMTS 2022: Student Competition & I4.0 Learning Experience “Industry 4.Core: Embracing the Journey from Mechatronics to Industry 4.0”

 

Festo Didactic, Siemens, and SICK Safety are teaming up at this year’s International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) in Chicago. The trio is building awareness around the exciting advancements taking place in industry and technical education. They are hosting a special learning competition at the Smartforce Student Summit to inform and excite young people about the future of manufacturing.

 

Ontario Concludes Successful Trade Mission to South Korea and Japan

Ontario Concludes Successful Trade Mission to South Korea and Japan

 

The Ontario government has concluded a successful trade mission to South Korea and Japan to strengthen economic partnerships and forge new alliances. The mission, led by Vic Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, focused on attracting new investments and showcasing Ontario as the innovation and manufacturing gateway to North America.

 

RS Group Plc Announces Acquisition of Risoul for US $275 Million Strong Strategic, Financial and Cultural Rationale

RS Group Plc Announces Acquisition of Risoul for US $275 Million Strong Strategic, Financial and Cultural Rationale

 

Allied Electronics & Automation, a trading brand of RS Group plc, is pleased to announce an agreement to acquire Risoul y Cia, S.A. de C.V. (Risoul), a family-owned distributor of industrial and automation product and service solutions in Mexico, for a cash consideration of US$275 million (c. £228 million) on a cash-free and debt-free basis.

 

Relay From PILZ Sets Safety Standard – International Success Story

Relay From PILZ Sets Safety Standard – International Success Story

 

As part of modernization of the electrical and control technology for the whole machine portfolio at Advanced Engineering Industrie Automation, the company switched to PC-based control technology on the automation side. However, as the workspaces are enclosed, Advanced Engineering consciously decided against an integrated safety solution for the newly fitted safety technology.

 

Nexans Canada Copper Rod Mill Strike Affects Canadian Market

Nexans Canada Copper Rod Mill Strike Affects Canadian Market

 

Canadian Electrical Wholesaler has learned that Nexans has issued a force majeure notice to its customers because of the current strike at its copper rod Plant in Montreal. The plant produces copper wire rod and drawn wire for its own manufacturing and is a core supplier of copper rod to many of Canada’s leading wire and cable manufacturers. 

 

PILZ Automation Days 2022 Presentation: Every Second Counts – Using Safe Packaging Machines Worldwide

PILZ Automation Days 2022 Presentation: Every Second Counts – Using Safe Packaging Machines Worldwide

 

Did you miss our Pilz Automation Days this year? Not to worry! Request the recording of our presentation for free. The challenges to manufacturers and operators of packaging machines are huge: operator safety is the top priority, but this must be reconciled with maximum productivity. In the presentation we’ll be presenting flexible solutions for safety and security on packaging machines. Let’s WRAP this up together!

 

5G ACIA Member Verizon Will Showcase 5G Private Network at Hannover Messe USA Accompanied by Live Industrial Applications

5G ACIA Member Verizon Will Showcase 5G Private Network at Hannover Messe USA Accompanied by Live Industrial Applications

 

5G-ACIA will be on the Hannover Messe USA co-located with the IMTS (International Manufacturing Technology Show) in Chicago from September 12 -17. 5G-ACIA member Verizon will build a private 5G network leveraging mmWave and C-Band spectra. The 5G network is tailored for industrial users and will be accompanied with several live demonstrations from 5G-ACIA members: Aalborg University, Bosch, Ericsson, Festo, Fraunhofer IPT, HMS Networks, ifak, Nokia, NXP, Phoenix Contact, Radisys, Qualcomm and Verizon.

 

Festo Welcomes Groupe EP as A Distributor for Quebec, Atlantic Canada

Festo Welcomes Groupe EP as A Distributor for Quebec, Atlantic Canada

 

Festo has announced a distributorship agreement for Quebec City-based Groupe EP to sell and support the company’s complete portfolio of pneumatic, electric and process automation products throughout Quebec and Atlantic Canada. This new partnership took effect on Sept 1. “With its focus on growth, strong technical bias for automation, and a well-earned reputation for providing customers with value-added sales and support, Groupe EP is a particularly good representation of what Festo is looking for globally in a distributor,

 

Approved: Green Light for Joint Company Semikron Danfoss

Approved: Green Light for Joint Company Semikron Danfoss

 

SEMIKRON and Danfoss Silicon Power are joining forces to establish the ultimate partner in power electronics. On August 22, less than five months after it was first announced, the new leader in power semiconductor modules started doing business as Semikron Danfoss. With an existing workforce of more than 3,500 dedicated power electronic specialists, Semikron Danfoss will provide world-class technology expertise to its loyal customer base. The merger comes with a strong growth plan and a firm commitment to future investments, paving the way for green growth and a more sustainable, energy efficient, and decarbonized future.