June 3, 2025 Agreements now in place with six provinces will grow Ontario’s economy by removing internal trade barriers Premier Doug Ford was joined by Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Prince Edward Island Premier Rob Lantz to sign Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) that will help grow all three provincial economies by advancing efforts to knock…
June 3, 2025 New legislation will drive investment, enable more ‘Buy Canadian’ and create jobs The Ontario government is taking decisive action to build a more competitive, resilient and self-reliant economy by introducing the Protect Ontario by Securing Affordable Energy for Generations Act, 2025. If passed, this legislation will support major growth in the province’s energy…
PIONEERING SINCE DAY ONE: 175 Years Globally, 50 Years in Canada. June 3, 2025 The year 2025 is truly special for Weidmüller. They proudly celebrate not just 50 remarkable years in Canada but also their 175th anniversary globally Weidmüller Germany — an extraordinary achievement few companies can claim. This legacy is a testament to their…
June 3, 2025 The offshore renewable energy sector offers Canada a once-in-a-generation economic opportunity, with the global offshore wind market expected to draw $1 trillion in investments by 2040. Boasting the world’s longest coastlines, exceptional wind resources and a highly skilled labour pool, Atlantic Canada is ideally situated to capitalize on this extraordinary opportunity for…
June 3, 2025 After facing challenging market conditions in 2024, the FRABA Group, a leading manufacturer of sensors for industrial motion control applications, is positioning itself for future growth with investments in innovative technologies and new business ventures. The company experienced a modest reduction in sales in 2024, with revenues slipping from €46 million in…
June 2, 2025 Teradyne Robotics and Honeywell Team Up to Help Companies Automate Material Transport and Successfully Scale Automation Solutions Teradyne Robotics is teaming up with Honeywell to deliver automation solutions for logistics, warehousing and fast-moving consumer goods companies throughout the Americas and Europe. The collaboration brings Teradyne Robotics’ autonomous mobile robot (AMR) and collaborative…
May 30, 2025 First Ever “Automation Happy Hour” A new quarterly event is launching in Cambridge that’s poised to become the go-to gathering for automation professionals across Ontario. The inaugural Automation Happy Hour will take place on Wednesday, June 12, from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at Four Fathers Brewing Co., located at 125 Guelph Avenue, Cambridge, Ontario. Designed as a…
May 27, 2025 As the global space economy accelerates, reaching $596 billion last year and projected to surpass $1 trillion by 2040, Canada has a narrow yet crucial opportunity to solidify its role as a leader in this growth. At Maritime Launch, they are fostering domestic and international partnerships necessary to secure that future in Nova Scotia….
May 26, 2025 Schneider Electric, a leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, announced on May 26 a landmark multi-year initiative dedicated to building a new kind of integrated ecosystem for sustainability and energy management, backed by a significant growth model that represents the company’s commitment to forward-thinking software and innovation. At…
May 26, 2025 2025 Ontario Budget will help protect Ontario by unleashing the province’s economy On May 15, Minister of Finance Peter Bethlenfalvy released the 2025 Ontario Budget: A Plan to Protect Ontario. The 2025 Budget includes measures to protect Ontario workers, businesses and jobs in the face of U.S. tariffs and continued economic uncertainty, with a plan to…
May 26, 2025 Endress+Hauser Now Boasts Over 9,000 Patents and Patents Pending On average, Endress+Hauser filed a patent every working day last year. There were 285 first filings for inventions. The family-owned company was granted a total of 701 patents overall, a figure exceeding the number of first filings as inventions are ultimately registered with…
May 21, 2025 By Thomas Pilz, Managing Partner, Pilz GmbH & Co. KG In terms of Safety, Security and AI: The European Legal Framework is Changing We all know the CE mark. You can see it on electrical appliances, toys or household goods, but also on plant and machinery of course. It stands for “Conformité…
May 21, 2025 By Susanne Kunschert, Managing Partner Pilz GmbH & Co. KG In the last financial year, the Pilz Group had to contend with the generally difficult economic situation. In 2024, our company achieved a turnover of 341 million Euro. That corresponds to a fall of 21 per cent over the previous year. After 3…
May 21, 2025 In the last financial year, the Pilz Group had to contend with the generally difficult economic situation. In 2024, the automation company achieved a turnover of 341 million Euro. That corresponds to a fall of 21 per cent over the previous year. The family business remains focussed on the future, even if the…
May 12, 2025 Festo is showcasing at Automate 2025 its most innovative automation solutions, including multi-axis positioning systems. Festo positioning systems can be specified in minutes and, after delivery, installed and functioning in hours instead of weeks. (Festo Automate Booth #1619, May 12-15, Huntington Place, Detroit, Michigan) This year, Festo celebrates the company’s 100th anniversary and is emphasizing…
May 12, 2025 Festo Didactic to showcase key training systems and skill-building for the automation industry Visit Booth #1619 Festo Didactic, a leader in technical education solutions, is heading to Automate 2025 with the latest innovative education and training programs for the automation industry. Automate 2025 is a premier showcase for automation technologies and solutions,…