August 21, 2025 SCHUNK is expanding its end-of-arm solutions to ensure future readiness and is introducing the robot PLUS product portfolio. One of the highlights is the new CPS tool changer, which enables the automated exchange of end effectors on the robot. The technology pioneer thus offers potential for versatile robot applications with short changeover…
August 20, 2025 Festo is a new Cyber Valley Corporate Network partner Europe’s largest center of excellence for artificial intelligence and modern robotics, Cyber Valley, has gained a new Corporate Network partner in Festo. In the year of its 100th anniversary, one of the leading manufacturer of automation technology is taking the next step in…
August 20, 2025 Gleason Corporation invites customers and industry professionals to visit Booth 529 at Motion + Power Technology Expo 2025, short MPT, in Detroit, Michigan USA, from October 21 to 23, 2025. This year, they will present groundbreaking innovations across the full spectrum of gear technology — from digital design and high-precision manufacturing to…
August 20, 2025 Manufacturers today are under pressure to reduce costs, address labour shortages, and improve quality while keeping production moving. At FABTECH 2025, Bossard is helping teams meet those challenges head-on with smart assembly and inventory solutions designed for modern manufacturing environments. Join them September 8–11 at Booth #B13000 North Hall in the Automation…
August 19, 2025 The choice between maxon’s EC-i and ECX motor series depends on whether the application prioritizes torque or speed, rugged durability or quick responsiveness, and high load-handling capability or low-inertia performance. Both maxon product lines use brushless DC motor technology but are engineered with distinct rotor architectures and performance envelopes. This comparison outlines…
August 18, 2025 By Krystie Johnston ABB recently announced their plan to build a new R&D and manufacturing facility in Canada. It will combine their existing facilities in Iberville and Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu to increase production capacity and support future growth in key sectors across Canada like utilities, energy, and infrastructure. Michael Shenouda, Canada Region Leader –…
August 15, 2025 Skills Development Fund investments will train more than 3,500 workers for in-demand jobs in the face of U.S. tariffs Recently, Premier Doug Ford announced that the Ontario government is investing more than $2.8 million through the Skills Development Fund (SDF) Training Stream to help people in Durham Region and surrounding areas find…
August 12, 2025 Your route to safe, compliant machinery No Safety without Security! In the connected world of automation, Safety and Security are now a unit: one is no longer possible without the other. The networking of production and industrial plants and new normative requirements mean we are in the midst of a change process. …
August 12, 2025 Software-Defined Automation with EcoStruxure Automation Expert Software-defined industrial automation accelerates engineering operations and time to market. Many industrial automation systems in use today were designed and installed decades ago. Relying on outdated systems limits efficiency and brings a higher risk of downtime. EcoStruxure Automation Expert is an open, software-defined solution that helps…
August 12, 2025 SNS Telecom & IT’s latest research report indicates that private 5G networks are on the verge of mainstream adoption, with annual spending projected to reach $5 billion by 2028. Private LTE networks are a well-established market and have been around for more than a decade, albeit as a niche segment of the…
August 11, 2025 Join Omron expert Nick Cifuni for an inside look at the Omron and CiscoIIoT high-speed industrial automation and data solution—designed to drive scalable, efficient manufacturing productivity. Modern industrial applications in this video include smart cameras like the VHV5 Ultra-High Performance Barcode reader and industrial networks to enable IoT and traceability. More Information:…
August 11, 2025 Modern design, unmatched adaptability, and effortless assembly – engineered for your business’s efficiency. Key benefits Explore how the SMC AC-D Series delivers unmatched versatility, efficiency, and reliability. Designed with modern features and user-friendly assembly, this series is built to simplify your operations while maximizing performance. Why Choose the SMC AC-D Series? Designed…
August 11, 2025 Electromate Inc., Canada’s exclusive distributor of maxon precision mechatronic components, announces the release of the HEJ 70 High-Efficiency Joint actuator. This compact, fully integrated robotic joint actuator is engineered to meet the demanding performance needs of mobile and manipulation robots. Product Overview The HEJ 70-48-50 actuator combines a torque-dense motor, planetary gearbox,…
August 8, 2025 By Krystie Johnston Reshape Automation, a startup based in San Francisco, California, is building a platform designed to help industrial automation companies modernize their sales operations. The company’s flagship product, ReshapeX, is an AI-powered sales acceleration platform built specifically for OEMs, systems integrators (SIs) and distributors. Its goal: eliminate inefficiencies and close…
August 8, 2025 By Krystie Johnston As pressure mounts on companies to meet net-zero targets and provide transparent sustainability reporting, the need for intelligent, adaptive solutions has never been greater. In response, Schneider Electric Canada is introducing their agentic AI ecosystem – a transformative approach to driving sustainability and operational efficiency through autonomous, context-aware technology….
August 8, 2025 By Krystie Johnston Festo is a global company headquartered in Germany and present in about 60 countries around the world. In 2024, they had over €3 billion turnover, and more than 8% of that was put into research and development for innovative technologies and emerging markets, like laboratory automation. In this article,…