April 14, 2025 Jacmar Awarded Distributor of the Year 2024 by Pilz Canada Jacmar is delighted to announce that it has been honoured with the Distributor of the Year Award for 2024 by Pilz Canada. This prestigious accolade recognizes Jacmar’s exceptional distribution performance and its unwavering commitment to excellence in the industry. Pilz Canada, a…
April 11, 2025 At Electromate, they understand how recent tariff policies have impacted the cost and availability of automation components across North America. That’s why they have made it easier for Canadian manufacturers, OEMs, and system integrators to source tariff-free mechatronic and robotic automation components. They are a Canadian-owned and operated company with representation and technical…
April 10, 2025 Canada Helps Spur Growth in Sales in the Americas Endress+Hauser achieved a positive performance in 2024 amid a challenging environment. The family-owned measurement technology and automation solutions specialist increased its sales, created new jobs worldwide, invested more than at any time in its history and maintained profit stability. It also anticipates additional…
April 10, 2025 Gescan Announces Strategic Distribution Partnership with ABB Canada Gescan, A Sonepar Company, is pleased to announce a new distribution partnership with ABB Motion, a business of ABB Ltd renowned for its pioneering solutions in automation and electrification. Gescan will now offer ABB’s high-quality drive solutions in Manitoba and Saskatchewan, making energy-efficient motor…
April 10, 2025 ODVA is pleased to announce that a new pull model for configuration data is now available for CIP Security, the cybersecurity network extension for EtherNet/IP. This new profile is in addition to the existing pull model for CIP Security certificates which allows for efficient distribution of device authenticity information. The CIP Security…
April 10, 2025 Level sensors are the latest option for process device profiles to be added to The EtherNet/IP Specification. ODVA announced on March 31, 2025, that level sensors are the latest option for process device profiles to be added to The EtherNet/IP Specification. Process device profiles help users to reduce complexity and to more quickly install new devices…
April 10, 2025 Investment will create up to 90 new jobs while helping secure Ontario’s leadership in battery manufacturing The Ontario government welcomes an investment of $150 million from Siemens, a leading technology company, to establish a Global AI Manufacturing Technologies Research and Development (R&D) Center for Battery Production at its headquarters in Oakville. With…
April 4, 2025 Weidmüller: A Journey of Innovation and Excellence The year 2025 is truly special for Weidmüller. They proudly celebrate not just 50 remarkable years in Canada but also their 175th anniversary globally—an extraordinary achievement few companies can claim. This legacy is a testament to their relentless pursuit of innovation and commitment to refining…
April 3, 2025 Endress+Hauser exclusively markets SICK’s gas analysis and flow measurement technology worldwide Advanced gas analysis and flow measurement technology now expands Endress+Hauser’s comprehensive instrumentation portfolio. This results from a strategic partnership in the field of process automation with the German sensor specialist SICK. It allows customers to access a broader range of products…
April 3, 2025 Navigating the Digital Seas: Cybersecurity in the Maritime Industry The maritime industry, while embracing innovation, faces growing cybersecurity threats. As digitalization accelerates, with advancements in cargo tracking, decarbonization, and operations, cyberattack risks increase. These attacks can disrupt operations, compromise safety, steal data, and cause significant financial losses. What Are Maritime Cyberattacks? These attacks target…
April 3, 2025 Schneider OffGrid Portable Power Station 730, 700W, 120V, 738Wh Lithium-ion, LCD, 3 NEMA, Sinewave, 3 USB-A, 2 USB-C, Wireless Charger Schneider Electric’s OffGrid Portable Power Station is designed for outdoor enthusiasts and home users to provide consistent, reliable power whenever you need it – anytime, anywhere. Weighing 6.4 kg (14.1 lb), the…
April 3, 2025 myPNOZ – The modular safety relay The modular safety relay myPNOZ is produced individually in batch size 1, tailor-made to your requirements. Easy to handle, flexible to use and with clever features, it provides reliable monitoring of your safety functions. Create your safety Start myPNOZ creator New modules – new possibilities! We have systematically…
April 3, 2025 So, what is “Automation Made Easy”? Automation made easy is made possible with SEW-Eurodrive. In today’s fast-paced world, the mantra for businesses across the globe is simple: innovate or fall behind. Automation stands at the forefront of this revolution, transforming complex, labor-intensive operations into streamlined, efficient processes. The essence of automation lies…
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 3, 2025 This year’s prestigious HERMES AWARD goes to Siemens in recognition of its AI-powered “industrial copilots”; these provide assistance covering the entire industrial value chain. An independent jury chaired by Prof. Dr.-Ing. Holger Hanselka, President of the Fraunhofer Society, selected the winner from among three nominated companies. The award was presented during the…
April 2, 2025 Discover the future of AI in inspection for specialized tasks to versatile solutions. The landscape of AI and vision technology in inspection and quality control is set to transform with the development of more generalized algorithms. These advanced systems will be capable of tackling a wide range of inspection challenges, moving away…