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Global Leader in Thermal Imaging Reveals New Brand and Website – Teledyne FLIR OEM: New Look. Same Trusted Experience 

July 23, 2025 By Krystie Johnston  Teledyne FLIR OEM recently unveiled a new brand and website to reflect its industry-leading thermal technology and empower original equipment manufacturer (OEM) integrators to see and do more. Ezra Merrill, Senior Director of Marketing – OEM at Teledyne FLIR, led the charge on update, and discusses the strategic evolution. …

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Why PLCnext Technology Is the Future of Industrial Automation

July 23, 2025 The landscape of industrial automation is changing rapidly. Traditional PLC systems, while reliable, often struggle to keep pace with the demands of modern manufacturing and Industry 4.0 initiatives. Enter PLCnext Technology from Phoenix Contact – a revolutionary approach to industrial control that’s reshaping how we think about automation platforms. At Proax, they…

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Turning Up the Heat on Grid Reliability: How FLIR Thermal Vision is Protecting a Quarter of Ireland’s Electricity Grid from Cascade Failure Blackouts

July 22, 2025 Automated thermal monitoring brings early fire detection and continuous condition monitoring insights to major Irish power station. In a power station, where a fire could trigger a grid shutdown affecting up to 25% of Ireland’s electricity supply, the need for early fire detection isn’t just a matter of efficiency; it’s an essential…

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New Pneumatic Innovations from SMC: 2025 Product Highlights

July 21, 2025 SMC continues to lead industrial automation with groundbreaking pneumatic technologies. These new releases are designed to boost connectivity, reduce energy use, and improve system performance across diverse manufacturing environments. As an authorized SMC distributor, Proax proudly presents the latest additions that can transform your operations. D-MPG Compact Position Sensor The D-MPG series delivers precise stroke…

How Humber is Putting Canada on the World Stage for Mechatronics and Supporting Workforce Development
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How Humber is Putting Canada on the World Stage for Mechatronics and Supporting Workforce Development

July 18, 2025 By Krystie Johnston Humber Polytechnic is a technical institute located in the Greater Toronto Area of Ontario, and it has a long history of building brilliance and training the workforce of the future. In this article, Neal Mohammed, Director of the Barrett Centre for Innovation Technology shares his insights about Humber’s initiatives…

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California’s Sierra College, Roseville Joint Union High School District to Offer Mechatronics Training at High School Level

July 15, 2025 By Krystie Johnston In the U.S., California is the leading employer for electro-mechanical and mechatronics technicians. Training people to fill these roles domestically is critical for supply chain resilience. For the U.S. to compete globally, and bring manufacturing and innovation back to American soil, they need a skilled workforce that can operate…

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How Omron’s VHV5 is Making High-Performance Barcode Reading Effortless

July 10, 2025 Omron’s new VHV5 Ultra-High Performance Barcode Reader is designed for barcode reading applications in industries like automotive, food packaging, and logistics. It offers unparalleled ease of use, automated intelligent setup, and superior performance. Ease of Use One of the standout features of the VHV5 is its user-friendly design. The reader simplifies the…

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MOXA Next-Generation LAN Firewalls: Enhancing Industrial Security and Reliability

July 7, 2025 Cyberattacks on critical infrastructure have become an all-too-familiar reality. While no longer shocking headline news, their effects are far-reaching, disrupting essential services that people and organizations rely on daily. From power grids to transportation systems and water treatment facilities, these infrastructures are at the heart of modern life and are highly vulnerable…

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Revolutionizing Bottled Water Quality Control: How Advanced Vision Technology Delivers 1,000+ Bottles Per Minute Inspection

July 7, 2025 Picture this: your bottling line is running at full speed, but you are constantly worried about defective products slipping through inspection. Misaligned caps damage equipment downstream, contamination issues create costly recalls, and your brand reputation hangs in the balance with every bottle that leaves the facility. This scenario recently played out for…

Festo’s Legacy of Innovation and Technical Education Forges New Pathways to Lifelong Learning 

July 4, 2025 By Krystie Johnston   Festo has a long history of innovation in technology, automation, and education. This year, the global company celebrates its 100th anniversary, and Festo Didactic, the training arm of the company, celebrates 60 years. When Festo began in 1925, automation was unheard of. They helped shape it by developing innovative…

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Siemens Launches New Microcredential to Empower the Workforce of the Future 

July 3, 2025 By Krystie Johnston  Siemens recently launched ‘Expedite – Skills for Industry’ at Realize LIVE Americas in June. Delivering on their promise to help students prepare better for the future of work by connecting engineering theory with practical skills, their microcredential courses will begin accepting enrollment this month. Dora Smith, Senior Director, Future…

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Spring Spotlight: Unlock Smart I/O & Filter Performance

June 19, 2025 Introduction As digital transformation reshapes manufacturing and warehousing, gaining actionable insights from the field and protecting sensitive assets are top priorities. Smart I/O brings intelligence to every corner of your facility, while motor protection filters shield your drives and motors from harmful voltage transients. Together, they form a robust foundation for a…

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Feedback Devices: Exploring Linear, Rotary and Sine Encoders

June 19, 2025 Encoders are the most widely applicable feedback devices for high-precision industrial servo systems. Learn the operating principles and appropriate applications for linear, rotary and sine encoders, as well as how to mitigate EMI/RFI noise for the most precise and reliable servo system control. Encoders: The High-Resolution Feedback Choice Encoders are characterized under…

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A Basic Guide to the Types of Communication Interfaces Used in Mechatronic Automation

June 17, 2025 Mechatronic components, such as feedback devices, motors, and drives, often use various communication interfaces to interact with control systems and other devices. These communication interfaces have evolved over time to meet specific needs and standards in the industry. Electromate explores some of the common communication interfaces and provides a simplified overview of…

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OTI Lumionics Transforms OLED Testing with Next-Generation Lab Automation

June 11, 2025 Automated material testing system triples throughput and achieves highly precise control for nanometer-scale deposition with Beckhoff technology In the race to develop next-generation display technologies, one of the biggest challenges is creating and validating new materials that can meet increasingly demanding specifications. OTI Lumionics, an advanced materials innovation company located in Mississauga,…

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How Automation Saved Meadowbrook Restaurant Co. Unnecessary Repair Costs: A Step-by-Step Guide to Smarter Restaurant Management

June 6, 2025 Introduction In the high-pressure world of restaurant management, margins are slim, risks are high, and even minor oversights can lead to catastrophic losses. For Meadowbrook Restaurant Co., a multi-location restaurant group, that reality hit hard when a single night of equipment failures and human error cost them $10,000 in spoiled inventory and near-disasters. But…