July 27, 2023 Paxton Coghlin and Dillon Kong won gold in the Mechatronics (Team of 2) division and have qualified for WorldSkills By Chris Clay on July 19, 2023 A pair of Humber College students have captured gold and a Best of Region Award at the Skills Canada National Competition. Paxton Coghlin and Dillon Kong, students in the Electromechanical…
July 27, 2023 When a Safety Light curtain is required to protect a machine, the correct mounting distance of safety light curtains is just as crucial as the resolution for the proper protection and performance of the system. The mounting distance calculation is specified in the EN ISO 13855 standard. The standard defines the human…
New agreement will support increased trade and job creation in both jurisdictions July 25, 2023 Ontario and Michigan are building on their longstanding economic relationship through a new partnership that will increase trade, attract investment and encourage job creation in both jurisdictions. The new Economic Cooperation Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) will support joint initiatives in…
July 25, 2023 MAXOLUTION® System Solutions – Innovative and integral system solutions for your smart factory Whether in production or logistics operations, MAXOLUTION® is synonymous with innovation in factory automation – across all industries and worldwide – helping you achieve your vision of an adaptable and resilient lean smart factory. Under the MAXOLUTION® brand, SEW-EURODRIVE…
July 25, 2023 New NYE Series HMI. At Omron, one of their primary goals is to help their customers transition seamlessly to the latest versions of their solutions. Whether it is the hardware or the software that is being updated, they make sure customers have what they need to start using the newest technology without…
AGLIOX is excited to unveil the cutting-edge advancements in their Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) – the OCF (Omnidirectional counterbalanced Forklift) July 25, 2023 At AGILOX, they always prioritize safety and efficiency in all their solutions. They are thrilled to announce the release of three remarkable features that will revolutionize the way you handle material handling…
AGILOX Wins IFOY Award For Most Innovative AMR Solution July 25, 2023 The global technology company, AGILOX, was awarded the IFOY award for their latest product innovation the “AGILOX ODM” as the most innovative AMR (Autonomous Mobile Robot) solution in 2023. This recognition is another testament to the innovation strength of the pioneer for driverless…
Mitsubishi Electric’s MELSERVO-J5 EtherCAT-compatible servo amplifiers support FSoE for increased safety, performance, and reliability July 25, 2023 Mitsubishi Electric Automation Inc.’s MELSERVO-J5 EtherCAT compatible Servo amplifiers allow users to easily integrate safety devices (E-Stop buttons, safety sensors, and other devices) into a single network. MELSERVO-J5 Servo amplifiers are known for their reliability, simple wiring, easy…
July 24, 2023 If control cabinet-free machines are the question, then the Beckhoff MX-System is the answer. The integration of functional modules onto a backplane system creates a waterproof and dustproof composite of metal enclosures suitable for automating a wide variety of manufacturing/production solutions. These systems often include 48 V motion components, for which the…
ABB is working closely with educators to close the automation skills gap with a new robotics education package. July 24, 2023 ABB helping to prepare students for future of work. The future of work is changing. Automated technologies are increasingly a part of the working world, which requires a new generation of tech-savvy employees who can…
July 24, 2023 Calvek deserves this recognition thanks to strong presence in Mexico automation industry and commitment to incorporate Omron technologies and solutions into every project. Industrial Automation solutions provider Omron Automation Americas is proud to announce Calvek, a company with a very large presence in the region, as Mexico Strategic Partner of the Year….
July 24, 2023 With its compact form factor, the F440 is ideal for OEMs and manufacturers seeking a state-of-the-art smart camera that combines power and quality in a small package. Industry-leading automation solutions provider Omron Automation Americas announces the launch of the F440 Smart Camera, an innovative solution designed to add flexibility to machine vision applications. It…
July 21, 2023 ABB Robotics is expanding its large robot range with four new models and 22 variants offering more choice increased coverage and greater performance. The next generation models include the IRB 6710, IRB 6720, IRB 6730 and IRB 6740, suitable for payloads ranging from 150kg to 310kg, with a reach from 2.5m to…
July 20, 2023 Kollmorgen, a leader in motion, announces a new classification for select products that can be delivered within an accelerated timeframe Kollmorgen, a global leader in motion control systems, has announced the launch of Kollmorgen Express Delivery. This new designation identifies highly popular motion products — including some of the most-requested configurations and options —…
July 20, 2023 At the automatica 2023 show in Munich, Universal Robots, the Danish manufacturer of collaborative robots (cobots), presented a new brand-new, innovative software platform specifically developed for machine tending tasks. The name is PolyScope X and through a new, customizable user interface, it will add new levels of flexibility to high mix, low volume machine tending automation….
July 20, 2023 There is a long history of successful collaboration between Universal Robots and SICK. Now the two companies have come together to address the need for additional safety measures in certain collaborative human-robot applications. The new safety solution will be demonstrated to customers for the first time at this week’s Automatica in Munich,…