July 7, 2025 Investments in company-owned sites lay the foundation for future growth Following exceptionally strong growth in 2021 and 2022, the electrical connectivity and automation specialist Weidmüller has experienced a decline in sales for the second consecutive year. In 2024, revenue fell by approximately 11 percent compared to the previous year, reaching EUR 980…
June 24, 2025 Aztec Electrical Supply Expands Footprint in Southern Ontario Aztec is strengthening its presence in Southwestern Ontario with two major moves this June—the grand opening of its newly expanded Cambridge branch and the opening of its brand new Stoney Creek branch. Located at 430 McNeilly Road, Aztec’s new Stoney Creek branch will specialize in automation…
June 19, 2025 The new PxG® integrated series combines PxG® planetary gear units and CM3G.. servomotors to create a single highly compact, precise, and dynamic unit. Specifically developed for highly dynamic applications involving precise positioning SEW-EURODRIVE’s PxG®M..CM3G.. precision planetary gearmotors have been specifically developed for highly dynamic applications involving precise positioning. One key feature is…
June 9, 2025 Phoenix Contact’s collaboration with TECSAFE offers an additional opportunity to provide individual solutions that enable improved organization and greater efficiency. Customers can custom configure and order individual foam inserts in the TECSAFE online shop. As part of this collaboration, more than 300 hand tools from Phoenix Contact have been added to the TECSAFE database…
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…
May 20, 2025 By Krystie Johnston Hannover Messe 2025 was an extra special event for Festo. The Festo Group celebrated their 100th anniversary, Festo Canada celebrated their 50th anniversary, and Festo Didactic celebrated their 60th anniversary. Festo Didactic, the education arm of the company, understands how important education is for empowering individuals, driving economic growth,…
April 21, 2025 Electromate is pleased to announce it will be hosting a Collaborate Canada Cobot Automation Fair on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, in in Toronto, Ontario. This complimentary event is ideal for End Users, Machine Builders, and System Integrators looking to automate a production process. Sorry, no competitors, please. Event Details: The Automation Fair…
April 3, 2025 Expect the Best – Choose a Weidmüller Distribution PRO Always there where you need them: global distribution partners and Weidmüller. Access best-in-class products and enhance your projects with the unmatched support of a Weidmüller Distribution PRO Partner. All Weidmüller’s distribution partners, whether global actors or local specialists, provide thorough knowledge of the…
April 2, 2025 Canadian manufacturers face more pressure than ever — rising costs, labour shortages, and the need to boost productivity. That’s why Proax launched Boots on the Ground — bringing automation expertise directly to your facility. See how facility visits translate to measurable production improvements. Their CEO Stephen Daub explains why on-site support matters…
March 6, 2025 With its modular solutions for mobile systems, SEW-EURODRIVE offers innovative, tried-and-tested hardware and software modules from a single source. This modular system supports customers who want to expand their portfolio or gain a foothold on the market for mobile solutions. Modular technology system makes it possible to create mobile solutions SEW‑EURODRIVE manufactures…
March 5, 2025 The future of mechatronics is closely intertwined with the advancement of emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), and machine learning. These technologies are not only enhancing the capabilities of mechatronic systems but are also opening new possibilities and applications. Artificial Intelligence (AI): AI’s integration into mechatronic…
March 3, 2025 By Krystie Johnston QEYnet is a Canadian space-based quantum communications company on a mission to build the world’s first global quantum key distribution (QKD) network enabled by low-cost microsatellites. They will be demonstrating their QKD technology soon, taking a pivotal step towards establishing a new era of ultra-secure communication on a world…
March 3, 2025 Siemens is bringing its latest innovation in industrial robotics to the market: the Sinumerik Machine Tool Robot (MTR). This groundbreaking technology is a significant advance in the precision and productivity of robots that will open the door to new applications in the manufacturing industry. The Sinumerik Machine Tool Robot from Siemens is…
February 25, 2025 Latest 60,000 square foot state of art deployment set to bring increased housing production to the regions with AI-driven robots On February 25, Promise Robotics, an AI company turning off-the-shelf industrial robots into autonomous production systems for home construction, announced its plans to expand deployment of its production lines at a new 60,000-square-foot…
February 11, 2025 In robotics, a subsystem refers to a distinct functional unit within a robot, each responsible for specific tasks that contribute to the robot’s overall operation. Understanding these subsystems is crucial for designing, analyzing, and optimizing robotic systems. This guide delves into the primary subsystems commonly found in robots, detailing their components and…
February 1, 2025 The complex nature of textile manufacturing, encompassing spinning, weaving, finishing, and dyeing processes, demands sophisticated technological solutions to meet both production and quality requirements. Italy’s Tintoria Stamperia Gorlese (TSG) has increased productivity and reduced installation and tuning time by up to 50% by upgrading its machinery with advanced web tension load cells. …