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Changing Scene | Advanced Robotics | Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) | General Manufacturing | Logistics and Intralogistics | Mobile Robots (AGVs, AMRs, UASs, UAVs, etc.) | Software

Logistics Industry | Fully Autonomous RFID-based Inventory System Uses OMRON Mobile Robots

March 3, 2023 How did Omron’s autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) help smart inventory solutions provider T&W Operations eliminate manual and forklift-dependent processes in their fully autonomous RFID inventory system? Watch this video to learn about the game-changing Omron AMR technology that incorporates dynamic mapping capabilities and a mobile base that can safely carry heavy payloads…

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Announcing New We Automate1 Updates

The New We Automate1 Offers a New Shopping Eperience March 2, 2023 Say hello to a new shopping experience! Proax is thrilled to announce the launch of their brand new website updates! Their team has been working hard to bring you a more user-friendly and intuitive experience. With the We Automate1 updates, you’ll enjoy faster…

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Functional Safety Standards: Current Transition and Harmonization Periods

sMarch 2, 2023 ISO 13849 and IEC 62061 Functional safety describes the part of a system’s safety that depends on the correct function of the safety-related control system. Generally speaking safety also depends on other risk-reducing measures, which are examined in accordance with EN ISO 12100. E-STOPs, safety gates, light curtains or speed monitoring are…

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Changing Scene | Sustainability

SCHUNK Stands Hand in hand on Important Topics such as Digitalization and Sustainability

March 2, 2023 When international companies get together at the world’s leading trade show in Hanover from April 17 to 21, 2023, they will all be setting their own priorities – and yet they will have one thing in common: they are currently facing major tasks that require a profound rethinking. In addition to urgent…

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Changing Scene | Data & Security

UL Solutions New Approach to Cybersecurity in Automotive Industry: Integrating Functional Safety and Cybersecurity Teams

March 2, 2023 UL Solutions is leveraging its collective expertise to drive innovation in automotive safety by combining members of its functional safety and cybersecurity teams to enable a more holistic approach to testing, inspection and certification for automotive safety. This new interdisciplinary team provides a well-rounded approach to addressing advanced mobility technologies. As safety,…

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Changing Scene | General Manufacturing

Siemens Named in the Visionaries Quadrant of the 2022 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Global Industrial IoT Platforms

March 1, 2023 Gartner named Siemens a Visionary in its 2022 Magic Quadrant™ for Global Industrial IoT platforms[1]. Gartner delivers actionable, objective insight to executives and their teams. Its expert guidance and tools enable faster, smarter decisions and stronger performance on an organization’s most critical priorities. A Gartner Magic Quadrant is a culmination of research…

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Changing Scene | General Manufacturing

Rockwell Automation Announces Acquisition of Knowledge Lens

Acquisition of Knowledge Lens to accelerate Rockwell’s delivery of Industrial AI solutions to manufacturers globally Rockwell Automation, Inc., among the world’s largest companies dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, has announced that it has acquired Knowledge Lens. Based in Bengaluru, India, Knowledge Lens is a services and solutions provider that delivers actionable business insights from…

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Changing Scene | General Manufacturing

Algoma Steel Installs First Structural Columns for Electric Arc Steel Shop

Ontario Premier Ford Commemorates Project Milestone February 24, 2023 Algoma Steel Group Inc. has announced that the Company installed the first structural steel columns this week at its electric arc steelmaking facility (‘EAF’) in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario Canada and Ontario Premier Doug Ford visited the site to commemorate the project milestone. Algoma’s EAF project…

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NGen Celebrates Additional $177 Million Investment from Government of Canada

February 23, 2023 Advanced Manufacturing Cluster to launch new calls for project proposals with renewed funding Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen), the industry-led organization behind Canada’s Global Innovation Cluster for Advanced Manufacturing is pleased to announce an investment of $177 Million from the Government of Canada. Budget 2022 confirmed Canada’s commitment to the clusters, with an…

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Changing Scene | General Manufacturing | Sustainability

Sustainability at Festo – Balanced

Ecological innovations as the key for more sustainability February 23, 2023 Automation is an enabler for the industrial transformation towards climate protection, resource efficiency and sustainability. With its products and solutions, Festo helps to enable resource-conserving production and helps to establish a circular economy along the entire value chain – with the clear aim of…

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AutomationDirect Voted Best of Forsyth for 4th Year

February 23, 2023 Every year, our local newspaper, Forsyth County News, conducts their Readers’ Choice “Best of Forsyth” contest to decide the favorite businesses, groups and professionals in Forsyth County amongst the community. The 2023 contest included 310 categories celebrated with 2,000 business nominations, 14,500 nominations and 336,000 votes from the community to select the winners….

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Changing Scene | General Manufacturing

Mega Site in Southwestern Ontario: Strengthening Competitiveness to Attract Investment

Proposed legislation will consolidate an investment-ready mega site in Southwestern Ontario February 23, 2023 Mega site in Southwestern Ontario will attract investment and strengthen competitiveness. The Ontario government has introduced legislation that, if passed, will strengthen Ontario’s competitiveness by consolidating a new investment-ready mega site in St. Thomas. The proposed legislation builds on the province’s…

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Changing Scene | General Manufacturing

Endress+Hauser Initiates Generational Change

Dr Klaus Endress to leave the Supervisory Board by the end of the year; Matthias Altendorf named as successor; Dr Peter Selders will become CEO February 21, 2023 As previously announced, Dr Klaus Endress will give up his responsibilities as president of the Supervisory Board. He is to be succeeded by CEO Matthias Altendorf. The…

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Changing Scene | Automotive | Electric Vehicles (EVs)

ABB E-Mobility Delivers 1 Millionth EV Charger

February 21, 2023 ABB E-mobility has announced the delivery of its one millionth electric vehicle charger, the latest milestone in the company’s ongoing mission to enable an emission-free future through smart and reliable EV charging solutions. With a presence in more than 85 markets, the launch of ABB E-mobility’s new $30 million, 16,000m2 production facility in…

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Changing Scene | General Manufacturing

Siemens Mobility Awarded Service Contract for Ontario’s Metrolinx

The contract includes Siemens Mobility service for three years with an additional two-year option February 21, 2023 Siemens Mobility has been selected by Ontario’s local public operator Metrolinx to provide track, signal, and right-of-way maintenance services for the agency’s railway infrastructure system that makes up the West Region of Toronto. The contract includes service for…

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Ontario Taking Next Steps to Bring Back Northeastern Passenger Rail

Province investing in new rail cars as part of its plan to connect communities and unlock economic opportunities in the north and bring back Northeastern passenger rail February 21, 2023 The Ontario government is purchasing three new trainsets as part of its plan to bring back northeastern passenger rail service. The $139.5 million investment marks…

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Logistics Industry | Fully Autonomous RFID-based Inventory System Uses OMRON Mobile Robots

Announcing New We Automate1 Updates

Functional Safety Standards: Current Transition and Harmonization Periods

SCHUNK Stands Hand in hand on Important Topics such as Digitalization and Sustainability

UL Solutions New Approach to Cybersecurity in Automotive Industry: Integrating Functional Safety and Cybersecurity Teams

Siemens Named in the Visionaries Quadrant of the 2022 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Global Industrial IoT Platforms

Rockwell Automation Announces Acquisition of Knowledge Lens

Algoma Steel Installs First Structural Columns for Electric Arc Steel Shop

NGen Celebrates Additional $177 Million Investment from Government of Canada

Sustainability at Festo – Balanced

AutomationDirect Voted Best of Forsyth for 4th Year

Mega Site in Southwestern Ontario: Strengthening Competitiveness to Attract Investment

Endress+Hauser Initiates Generational Change

ABB E-Mobility Delivers 1 Millionth EV Charger

Siemens Mobility Awarded Service Contract for Ontario’s Metrolinx

Ontario Taking Next Steps to Bring Back Northeastern Passenger Rail

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