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Changing Scene

US $13 Million Investment by ABB to Expand Presence in Canada

ABB is investing US $13 million in its Installation Products Division Iberville manufacturing facility in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, to increase production capacity and establish a research & development facility at its global center of excellence for cable tray manufacturing. This will support rising global demand, especially in the data center segment, and is ABB’s second multimillion-dollar investment in a Canadian site in the last 12 months.

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Changing Scene | Aerospace | General Manufacturing

MDA Announces Second Commercial Sale of Space Robotics Technology to Axiom Space

MDA Ltd., a leading provider of advanced technology and services to the rapidly expanding global space industry, recently announced the second commercial sale of its products derived from Canadarm3 technology to Axiom Space.

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Changing Scene

Digi-Key Electronics’ Stacy Hartmann Receives 2022 Women in Supply Chain Award

Digi-Key Electronics, which offers the world’s largest selection of electronic components and automation products in stock for immediate shipment, is proud to announce that Stacy Hartmann, director of global customer support for Digi-Key, was named one of Supply & Demand Chain Executive’s 2022 Women in Supply Chain.

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Changing Scene

Guidance Automation Becomes the First UK Reseller of OTTO Motors’ Autonomous Mobile Robots

Guidance Automation, an award-winning pioneer in guidance, navigation and control technologies, recently announced that it has become the first reseller of OTTO Motors’ autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) in the United Kingdom.

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Changing Scene

Ontario Investing an Additional $90 Million into Skills Development Fund

The Ontario government is working for workers by investing an additional $90 million in the Skills Development Fund (SDF) to support innovative training projects that upskill workers and jobseekers, preparing them for meaningful careers in their communities.

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Changing Scene | Product News

Proax Technologies: We Automate

Proax Technologies Ltd. Is pleased to announce the launch of its new slogan; WeAutomate. After extensive deliberation, this decision was made to reflect the changing nature of the automation and distribution industry and to better serve clients in the following technical sectors: Industrial Controls, Motion Control, Machine Safety, Pneumatics, Mechanical Solutions and Automation & Robotics

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Changing Scene

Siemens: A Technology Leader in Canada for 110 Years

When global companies invest in Canada, they invest for the long haul. That’s the case with technology company Siemens, which established its Canadian operations more than a century ago. Today, Siemens Canada has 24 offices and manufacturing facilities across the country, including its headquarters in Oakville, Ontario.

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Changing Scene

The PILZ Group and Pintsch Gmbh Enter into A Development Partnership – Strong Partners for Safe, Digital Rail

The automation company PILZ and the expert in safe rail infrastructure, Pintsch, are to enter into a long-term development partnership. In future, the companies will work together to develop solutions for the digitization of the rail infrastructure. New, innovative solutions will emerge from the combination of industry-proven control solutions from PILZ and the safety-related rail expertise of Pintsch.

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Advanced Manufacturing | Changing Scene

The Future of Automation: Digital, Sustainable, Efficient. Welcome to German Technology Day 2022

German Technology Day is expected to be even bigger and better this year. Fifteen prominent companies with expertise in automation and advanced manufacturing will host Canada’s fourth series of German Technology Days on October 20, 2022 at Humber College, Toronto, and on November 3, 2022 at Plaza Centre-Ville in Montreal. These companies are located in Canada with headquarters in Germany.

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Advanced Robotics | Changing Scene | Mobile Robots (AGVs, AMRs, UASs, UAVs, etc.) | Software

ABB Rebrands Autonomous Mobile Robot Portfolio

ABB has launched its first range of rebranded Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) following its acquisition of mobile robot leader ASTI Mobile Robotics in 2021. Since adding AMRs to its portfolio, ABB is the only company with a comprehensive and integrated offering of robots, AMRs and machine automation solutions.

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Changing Scene | Education & Training

ABB Survey Reveals Re-Industrialization at Risk from Global “Education Gap” In Automation

A global ABB survey has revealed a growing trend in US and European businesses towards re-shoring or nearshoring operations to build resilience in the face of global challenges – but at the same time, a significant education gap in the skills necessary for these strategies to succeed.

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Changing Scene | Education & Training

Government Of Canada Announces New Partnership to Create At Least 5,200 More Apprenticeships in Atlantic Canada

The skilled trades are essential to Canada’s economy. Few industries are as essential to Canadians’ everyday lives. Smart investments are needed to support Canadians from all backgrounds in taking up apprenticeship training now, and to help kick-start lucrative careers in well-respected skilled trades.

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Changing Scene

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

On September 15^th, 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.

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Changing Scene

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.

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Changing Scene

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.

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Changing Scene

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.

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Changing Scene

US $13 Million Investment by ABB to Expand Presence in Canada

MDA Announces Second Commercial Sale of Space Robotics Technology to Axiom Space

Digi-Key Electronics’ Stacy Hartmann Receives 2022 Women in Supply Chain Award

Guidance Automation Becomes the First UK Reseller of OTTO Motors’ Autonomous Mobile Robots

Ontario Investing an Additional $90 Million into Skills Development Fund

Proax Technologies: We Automate

Siemens: A Technology Leader in Canada for 110 Years

The PILZ Group and Pintsch Gmbh Enter into A Development Partnership – Strong Partners for Safe, Digital Rail

The Future of Automation: Digital, Sustainable, Efficient. Welcome to German Technology Day 2022

ABB Rebrands Autonomous Mobile Robot Portfolio

ABB Survey Reveals Re-Industrialization at Risk from Global “Education Gap” In Automation

Government Of Canada Announces New Partnership to Create At Least 5,200 More Apprenticeships in Atlantic Canada

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

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

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

Magna and Cartken to Collaborate on Autonomous Delivery Robots

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